Taman Negara National Park Sights & Attractions

Taman Negara is one of the oldest primary rain forests in the world. Expect to see a lot of flora, and a bit of fauna (with luck).

Things to see in Taman Negara

• Lata Berkoh & Waterfall Cascades - a famous spot for swimming in clear and cool water. Beware of strong currents and not stray too far from the bank. You can reach Lata Berkoh by boat ride for RM160. The boat ride itself is a unique experience. You can ask the boatman to turn off the engine (on your way back only) and enjoy the sound and sights of the jungle. It is like being in a Rambo movie. Half way to Lata Berkoh you can stop by the Kelah Sanctuary. 
  

• Kelah Fish Sanctuary - the Kelah fish is a culinary delight of the locals. They are known for their sweet flesh and is absolutely delightful when steamed fresh. You can feed these friendly fishes here with food that be bought from the Rangers. Stand bare footed in the river and watch as they come to nibble at your feet.  

• Videos on Indigenous flora & fauna - shown at the Interpretive Room at 8.45PM daily.  

• Tahan Wildlife Observation Hide - you may see some wildlife at the salt lick. It is best to stay overnight. 

Things to do in Taman Negara

• Jungle Trekking - jungle treks of various duration, some up to nine days, are possible. Trekking requires considerable preparations, a lot of water and a guide must be taken on all long trekking journeys. Although challenging, the jungle treks prove to be an equally rewarding authentic jungle adventure. 
  
• Climb Bukit Teresek (Teresek Hill) - 334m high hill. The trail is relatively easy until the foot of the hill. Then it turns to a moderate climb among ropes and tree roots. Get lucky and spot various wildlife including wild hog, rare birds, scorpians and others. Smell and drink the native Seranti tree, which is similar to a cola. When you finally reach the view point, you will be able to see almost the entire national park.  
• Canopy Walk (on Bukit Teresek) - walk across the longest Malaysian suspension bridge in the world, at 530 m. Walk across the canopy 25 m-40 m high, and view the rich and diverse flora and fauna at the summit of the forest. RM5.  
• The canopy walk in Taman Negara National Park
• Visit the Orang Asli Settlements - "Orang Asli" means "original people" in the Malay. The Orang Asli live a nomadic lifestyle in Taman Negara. Their settlements are found along the trails. Some settlements are accessible by boat. Let them teach you how to shoot a blow gun and drink the juices of the local fruits.  
  
• Night Walking Safaris - view nocturnal plants and animals in an easy hour guided trek from the Ranger's headquaters. See flowers that only bloom at night, water dragons, snakes, glow in the dark fungis, stick insects other weird and wonderful creatures.  
• Night 4WD Safaris - go on a guided drive through the forest and view owls, leopard cats, snakes, and nocturnal birds. You can see kingfishers, hornbills, otters, monitor lizards and more. 
• Fishing - it is estimated there are as many as 300 species of fish in the rivers. You may only fish the waters of Sungai Tahan below Lata Berkoh and Sungai Keniam below Kuala Keniam Kecil. Fishing tends to be best in the drier months of February to April and June to August. Permit costing RM10 per rod is necessary.  
• Cave Exploration - Gua Teliga (Ear Cave) has rock formation in the shape of an ear. Gua Kepayang and Gua Daun Menari (Dancing Leaves Cave) are some of the few limestone outcrops that you can explore along with animals and insects that live in the caves.  
• Shooting The Rapids - travelling upstream on Sungai Tembeling from Kuala Tahan is an exhilarating experience. One must be prepared to get drenched as the boat has to negotiate 7 sets of rapids.  
• Bird watching - there are over 350 species of birds in the park.
• Climb Gunung Tahan (Tahan Mountain) - you will need to carry your own food and tent on this 4-7 day journey to the top of the highest mountain in Peninsular Malaysia at 2,187 m, . There is a slim chance of seeing elephants in the wild. Needless to say, guides are necessary. Months of physical fitness training is needed before most trekkers would attempt the climb.