Taman Negara National Park, Pahang Malaysia

Taman Negara is Malaysia’s Premiere National Park, home to a pristine rainforest rich of flora and fauna.

Highlights

Taman Negara is one of the world's oldest rainforest
The forest is home to native Orang Asli the “original people” of Malaysia
Taman Negara's canopy walk is 530m long and up to 40m above the forest ground
Rapid shooting is probably one of the most exciting activities to do in Taman Negara

Taman Negara spans an area of 4, 343 square km, comprising mountains, limestone hills, caves, rivers and undisturbed rainforest. The park protects hundreds of plant species and unique wildlife.

Taman Negara’s Canopy Walkway is one of the largest rainforest walkways in the world being 530m long and up to 40m above the forest ground. The bridge is connected from one tree to another tree and provides a bird’s eye view of the roof of the forest.

Teresek Hill Trek is another interesting and challenging activity that would test the endurance of the visitors in climbing their way to the top of the hill.

Lata Berkoh Waterfalls can be reached by a 45-minute longboat ride from Kuala Tahan. The waterfalls offer its visitors an invigorating experience of swimming in a cool deep pool.

Taman Negara is the home of the Orang Asli, the indigenous peoples of Malaysia. They are nomadic hunters and gatherers, so the exact location of their settlements change within the general confines of the area that they inhabit.

HOW TO GET THERE

Shuttle Transfer

Daily shuttle transfer from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tahan Taman Negara.

From Kuala Lumpur to Taman Negara = Shuttle bus departs at 09.00am from Hotel Istana Lower Lobby / Expected arrival at Taman Negara at 1.00 pm

From Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur = Shuttle bus departs at 09.00am from Kuala Tahan Jetty / Expected arrival at Hotel Istana in Kuala Lumpur at 1.00 pm

Shuttle Transfer And Boat Transfer

For those who would like to experience the journey to Taman Negara with traditional wooden boat from Kuala Tembeling Jetty.
From Kuala Lumpur to Taman Negara = Shuttle bus departs at 09.00am from Hotel Istana Lower Lobby / Departure from the jetty Kuala Tembeling to Taman Negara by boat at 1.30 pm (Saturday to Thursday) & 2.30 pm on Friday / Expected arrival at Taman Negara at 4.30 pm to 5.00 pm

From Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur = Boat departs from Kuala Tembeling Jetty 9.00 am / Shuttle bus departs to Kuala Lumpur 11.30 am / Expected arrival at Hotel Istana in Kuala Lumpur at 3.00 pm

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

Even though December to February is the lowest peak season, it’s best to avoid visiting Taman Negara at that time because it’s usually monsoon season. Peak tourist season is usually around May to August so it gets crowded.

ACCOMMODATION

Mutiara Taman Negara Resort

This unique accommodation in the middle of Malaysia’s lush rain forest is truly a place to get away from the world as you know it. Mutiara Taman Negara Hotel’s lodging choices range from resort-styled wooden chalets to simple bungalows and rugged camp sites out in the wilderness.

Overlooking the Tembeling and Tahan Rivers, the hotel is just a five-minute drive from Kuala Tahan and three hours from Kuala Lumpur.

There is a restaurant on-site that serves a wide variety of Malaysian cuisine. There is also a bar to sit back and relax in after a long day out exploring. Both nature lovers and thrill seekers will enjoy the fascinating sights, sounds, and smells of the surrounding hotel grounds, making Mutiara Taman Negara Hotel the ultimate getaway.