Belum Forest is situated in the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia, in the state of Perak and is around 365km from Kuala Lumpur. A virgin jungle with an area of more than 200.00 hectares, which ends at the boarder of Thailand.

Belum is a haven for so many endangered species and protected flora and fauna such as the Biggest Flower in the world and much more. The area is safe for the public even though there is a lot of wildlife like Seladang (Wild ox), Elephants, Tigers, Malayan bears, Samba and Barking deer, Mouse-deer, Monkeys, Tapir, Hornbill and much more....

The Orang Asli (the indigenous people) in this area are from two tribes, the Temiar and the Jahai. Temiar people are very shy, gentle and friendly. Both tribes live at the edge of the forest by the Temenggor lake, cultivating tapioca and collecting fruits from the forest and hunting small animals such us deer, wild boar and fish from nearby lakes & rivers.

One who treks/hikes in Belum will be rewarded with an unforgettable memory of Malaysia's Rainforest and climbing hills, river crossings, spotting wildlife/animals (if lucky) & camping beside the river bank are the highlights of our activities in the Belum Forest. At the same time one can learn about the different types of trees/plant life, such as plants with herbal or medical value, the ecological and the eco-system of the rainforest.

Learn about the native people of the Belum Rainforest and also Jungle Survival tips by our guides, more about Belum Rainforest (read more.....)

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