Pahang information and travel guide

Pahang - Adventures off the Beaten Track

With a land mass spread over 35,000 sq km, Pahang is the largest state in Peninsular Malaysia. Much of the state is still covered by extensive rainforests. The jungles in Taman Negara, the country's most well-known national park is estimated by scientists to be about 130 million years old. The park is home to a myriad of flora and fauna and is high on the itinerary of tourists seeking an experience of the rainforest. Special canopy walkways have been constructed to allow nature lovers a splendid view of the park surroundings. There are also elevated hides to allow for night viewing of wildlife. For the more adventurous, white-water rafting, trekking, camping, fishing and a host of other jungle activities make their stay in Taman Negara an exotic holiday in the Malaysian jungles.

Tasek Bera and Tasik Cini in the southern sector of Pahang are two major natural freshwater bodies worth a visit. Observe the intriguing way oflife of the Semelai aborigines in the jungles of Tasik Bera or participate in jungle-trekking and exciting river safari activities. Apart from jungle adventures, pahang offers fabulous resorts for those seeking a cool retreat to the hills. Cameron Highlands,with its cool climate is home to Malaysia's tea, vegetable and flower growing industries. A range of hotel and chalet accommodation is available to visitors. Fraser's Hill which is only about 100 km from Kuala Lumpur, is another cool hill resort dotted with quaint and colonial holiday bungalows. It is acknowledged as a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts. Genting Highlands is an hour by road from KL and is the perfect escapade for those seeking relaxation in a cool mountain setting. It also houses a world -class casino, a theme park and several hotels and an excellent IS-hole golf course. In the vicinity of Kuantan, the capital of Pahang, there are tempting beaches such as the worldrenowned Cherating, the site of Asia'sfirst Club Mediterranee, TeI uk Chempedak, Beserah and Balok. Tioman Island, acknowledged as one of the world's most beautiful islands, is accessible by boat from Mersing or Tanjung Gemuk on the coast, as well as by air from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. This fantasy island in the South China Sea is an irresistible retreat for sun seekers and diving enthusiasts. The Tekam Plantation Resort in Jerantut, near to Taman Negara, entices those interested in agro-tourism with its vast rubber and oil palm plantations and fruit orchards.