Spread out over 4,343 sq. km of the formidable Titiwangsa Mountain range in Taman Negara - one of the world's oldest Rainforest. A sanctuary to hundreds of species of birds, butterflies, insects, fish and plants. Home to Malaysia's friendly aborigines, the Orang Asli. A shy yet gentle race, they continue to live the nomadic way they have lived for centuries although fully aware of the country's fast-paced progress. Come discover the living treasures Mother Nature has to offer.
Whether it's shooting thrilling rapids, exploring spectacular caves, tackling a 20-pound fish, scaling up peninsular Malaysia's highest mountain, trekking through dense, thick forest pathways or swimming in crystal clear pools, Malaysia's National Park is a natural paradise you must experience. An adventure of a lifetime awaits you here.
Taman Negara straddles the interior border regions of Kelantan, Pahang & Terengganu, boasting a continuous evolution history that spans 130 million years. Owing to a state legislation in 1925, about 1,300 sq. km. of tropical jungle in its natural state was designated the Gunung Tahan game Reserve. In 1939, the three Sultans of the above-mentioned states declared the area a National Park. It was renamed King George V National Park. Following the nation's independence from the British in 1957, the park was officially given the name it goes by now.
Gunung Tahan (Mount Tahan), The trail leading up peninsular Malaysia's highest peak is 55 km. from the Taman Negara Resort. The climb is strenuous and demands sound physical and mental fitness.
Taman Negara is home to the world's Longest Canopy Walk - installed about 30 to 40 meters high and stretching over 400 meters. From here, you get a closer look at life at the top of the world's oldest tropical rainforest.
Another exciting activity you can look forward to here is cave exploration where you can encounter spectacular rock formations and a great variety of life within the mystifying interiors of the numerous caves here. Gua Telinga, Gua Kepayang And Gua Daun Menari are among the more popular caves.