Taman Negara National Park
Establishes in Malaysia in 1938 as King George V National Park, and renamed
to Taman Negara National Park after independence, is the largest in Peninsular,
with many activities to do in the tropical forest.
The park has been developed for ecotourism destination in Malaysia and every
year, thousands of visitors from around the world will come by to experience the
thick lush tropical jungle.
Taman Negara is nestled between 3 states in Malaysia, namely largest in Pahang
which cover an area of 2,477km2, Kelantan (1,043km2) and Terengganu (853km2),
with a total area of 4,343km2. It is the largest national park in Peninsular
Malaysia and known to be the world's oldest tropical rainforest.
There are a few attractions in the park; Gunung Tahan is the highest peak in
Peninsular Malaysia for the climbers. Near to Gunung Tahan, there's Ear Cave (Gua
Telinga) and Lata Berkoh for rapid shooting, where visitor can venture the cave
and enjoy the fats moving water stream. There's also Bukit Teresek for hiking,
it's situated more than 300m above sea level. The initial walk is similar to
canopy walkway trail, if you move on the steep climb you will reach the Two
Point View, overlooking the Teresek River.
Finally, do not miss out on Orang Asli village, where you can witness how the
aborigines live untouched in the jungle. Accommodation range from basic camp
tent to luxurious chalet/resorts. It usually comes together with the tour
packages.
Getting There
By Car
Coming from Kuala Lumpur will take 3.5 hours to Kuala Tahan, but you will miss
the boat ride experience. Take the East Coast expressway and exit at Temerloh,
and then proceed to Jerantut. Turn right at a T-junction to Kuala Tahan which is
75 km away.
You can also take a public bus from Jerantut to Kuala Tahan.
By Boat
After arriving at Jerantut (either via bus or train), catch a taxi to Kuala
Tembling Jetty, the boat leaves at 9.00 am and 2.00 pm. The journey take about 2
- 3 hours to reach Kuala Tahan.
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