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TAMAN NEGARA
Taman
Negara is the place for the best jungle experience in peninsular Malaysia ;
perfect for those that don't have the option of visiting the jungles of Borneo.
Within the park there are numerous resorts, ranging from basic guesthouses of
nice resorts. There are many activities to do in the park,
like hiking, night walks, rapid shooting and fishing. Because of its location
you can easily combine a visit to Taman Negara with a trip to Cameron Highlands
.
'''Take nothing but memories. Leave nothing but footprints. Kill nothing but time.''
Attractions and activities at Taman Negara
- Once in the park there are many fun things to do. Walking
excursions are usually under accompaniment of a guide, he will take you
into the jungle.
- There's also the famous Taman Negara Canopy Walk ; this is a
510 meters long suspension bridge between high treetops (arguably the
longest in the world). You can walk over it, and enjoy spectacular
views at heights of over 45 meter.
- A night walk is a very nice to-do at Taman Negara ; but make
sure you wear mosquito repellant and clothes with long sleeves and long
trousers. Special socks against leeches are not really necessary ; you
can always pull them off you bottom legs after your trip .
- Other activities and attractions within the national park
are bird watching, staying overnight in one of the wildlife observation
hides, adventurous cave explorations (i.e. Gua Telingga, Gua Kepayang,
Gua Luas, Gua Landak and Gua Tumpat) river cruises, Lata Berkoh with
its waterfalls, fishing (Taman Negara offers great fishing
opportunities for anglers), enjoying the scenic views after climbing to
the summit of Mount Tahan (multi-day jungle trek).
- Visiting the Orang Asli (Batek and Semokberi) people in their villages.
Checklist to Taman Negara
- First aid travel kit with personal medicine
- Tripod for your camera (to make pictures in low light conditions)
- Mosquito repellent
- Rain coat, umbrella
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Dry clothes
- Comfortable walking shoes and socks