1,850 m
Elevation
1,204 m
Prominence
4.6000°, 115.3833°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Bukit Pagon
Brunei's highest peak in the remote Temburong District, accessible only through dense tropical rainforest. The summit area is on the Sarawak (Malaysia) border.
Climbing Bukit Pagon: route, season and difficulty
- How long it takes
- 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut
- Do you need a guide?
- Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
- Best season
- Usually the local dry season — anytime outside the monsoon or rainy months.
- Terrain & gear
- Steep trails with scrambling, loose rock or short exposed sections. Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest mountain in Brunei?
The highest mountain in Brunei is Bukit Pagon, at 1,850 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Bukit Pagon?
Allow 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut. Times vary with fitness, conditions and which trailhead you start from.
Can you climb Bukit Pagon without a guide?
Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
When is the best time to climb Bukit Pagon?
The usual season is the local dry season — anytime outside the monsoon or rainy months. Outside that window expect snow, storms or closed access.
What gear do you need for Bukit Pagon?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Bukit Pagon?
Bukit Pagon stands at 1,850 meters (6,070 feet).
Where is Bukit Pagon located?
Bukit Pagon is located in Brunei, within the Interior Highlands, Borneo.
Has Martin climbed Bukit Pagon?
Not yet — Bukit Pagon is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.