Discover Temenggor Forest

Temenggor Lake(15200 hectares) is the largest man-made lake in Perak and second largest in Malaysia after Kenyir Lake in Terengganu. It was created when the Temenggor Hydro Electricity Dam was completed in 1978. The dammed waters of the Perak River, the Temenggor River and their many tributaries drowned more than 150 sq kms of mostly forested land. This large body of fresh water is home to many species of fishes which have adapted to survival in the still, deep waters of a huge artificial lake. The most common are toman, kelah, sebarau and baung.

Would you like to experience the very BEST Whitewater Rafting in Malaysia? Singor River in Temenggor has the most exciting rapids and pristine jungle conditions to added in your quest for a very MEMORABLE ADVENTURE!

Belum Eco Resort (BER)

BER is a privately owned resort built on one of the small islands located on Temenggor Lake. The family friendly resort is designed and built around the island to preserve island's natural eco-system. Some herbs and vegetables are grown on the island. When you walk around, you will notice a few varieties of ferns including staghorns, and orchids.  The cost of maintaining eco lodgings is high especially on an island where all food and maintenance materials have to be boated in, and all unrecyclable waste and laundry is brought out.The natural jungle conditions speed up decay and the job of upkeeping neverends for the owners.

For accommodation, it has 12 'A' type chalets, two dormitories and two boat houses. The boat houses are used for fishing programs.  All lodgings have mattress/tatami, pillows, blanket, bed sheets, ceiling fans, toilets and warm water showers. All accommodations have a balcony which faces the majestic lake. Electricity is generated by diesel engine, and only available between in the evening until late morning.

For recreation, there are non-motorised sports equipment such as kayaks, sail boats and windsurfing for guests to use for free. There are also board games and a large selection of movies available at the large function hall above the restaurant. The function hall which has a fantastic view of the lake is also furnished with chairs, tables, projector and sound system for meetings and gatherings.

The food cooked fresh from the BER kitchen and served at the restaurant with a view of the lake is certainly one of the tastiest found in Belum Temenggor. We can personally vouch for this through our visits here, and extra weight gained. The selection of cuisine changes for each meal and there is always plenty to eat so you will not feel you need to control your eating portions. However, take only the amount you can consume. If you have high metabolism and do get hungry, well, you can still order food and drinks from the kitchen. No pork is used in the cooking and all sauces have halal certification. You may bring your own alcoholic beverages.

Two cute and friendly dogs plus a cat live on the island with the resort staff. The well behaved dogs are the first to welcome guests on arrival to the resort jetty, and will keep guests good company till the end of their visit. During our stay, they would walk us to our chalet in the evenings, and run over to greet us in the morning for breakfast. They also provide a natural security for island.

What do I get to do?

You can fish, trek, raft/kayak, bamboo raft, seek the rafflesia, observe/participate the culture of the locals/indigenous tribes, study nature or just do nothing. Specialised birdwatching trips can be organised here as well.

Adventure Rating and Remarks

5 - A must see/do if you are a nature lover or avid birder. A great natural environment to take the family. No internet, poor mobile network and plenty of jungle noise.

Rate per person

Valid until 31 March 2015

Minimum 4 Adults

Accommodation in Twin or Triple sized chalets

Children aged 3 to 11 years is half price based on rates below

Note :
Arrival and departure time : please kindly adhere to the arrival and departure timing we set, if participants miss the boat, there is charge for the unscheduled departure at RM35 per person for a minimum of 4 person per boat, or RM140 per boat for single direction.
Vegetarian requirements must be informed when making reservations.

Itinerary

4 Day 3 Night Program (3 Day 2 Night Program excludes Day 3)

Day 1
12.30 pm : Pick up at Banding Island Jetty
1.00 pm  : Lunch at Rafflesia restaurant on BER
2.00 pm : Briefing and check in
3.00 pm : Bird watching
5.00 pm : Return to BER for afternoon tea break, swim and other non motorise water sports e.g kayaking and sailing
8.00 pm : Dinner
9.15 pm : Watch documentary “Temenggor Biodiversity in danger“

Day 2
8.00 am: Breakfast ( combination of local and western cuisine )
9.00 am: Visit to waterfall,  orang asli village ( to contribute rice, children books & games if guest brings), Rafflesia site.
1.00 pm : Return to BER for lunch
3.00 pm : Free and easy ( indoor games, swimming, fishing, kayaking or sailing & wind surfing )
5.00 pm : Tea break
8.00 pm : Dinner
9.15 pm : Watch documentary on Rafflesia. Karaoke or watch movies until midnight.

Day 3 (Excluded from 3D2N Program)
8.00 am: Breakfast ( combination of local and western cuisine )
9.00 am : Visit to Temengor hydro electric dam, white rock where dinosaurus age outcrops can be found, visit to elephant salt lick and Tilapia aquaculture farm.
1.00pm: Return to BER for lunch
2.00 pm : Free and easy (indoor games, swimming, fishing, kayaking or sailing & wind surfing )
5.00 pm :  Tea break
8.00 pm :  Dinner
9.15 pm :  Watch slideshow on 10 hornbill species which is unique only to Belum/Temenggor forest,  

Day 4
8.00 am : Breakfast ( combination of oriental and western )
9.00 am : Free and easy
11.00 am : Depart for Banding Island Jetty (30 minutes)

What does it include?

Boat transfers, nature guide, accommodation, meals as listed, non-motorised sports equipment usage and activities listed

What does it exclude?

Personal medication, transport to Banding Island Jetty, snacks, insurance

What to wear/bring?

Waterproof jacket, good hiking shoes, warm socks, hat, highly breathable/quick dry clothes, slippers, torchlight/flashlight, inflatable pillow, binoculars, cap/hat,  spare batteries, leech socks (very important if you fear this little blood suckers), salt to remove leeches, insect repellent.

For donations to indigenous tribes, you may bring books, clothes and food items. You can also purchase handicraft when visiting the villages.

For those interested to do fishing around the resort, please bring your own fishing rod, gears and baits. Fishing programs can be arranged for a fee for those interested in the sport.

Please bring along your own favorite karaoke music.

Best time to visit

Year round. It gets wetter during the Malaysian monsoon period which starts November to March.

Getting here

From Penang
Follow the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (BKE) towards Kulim or Kota Baru. You will passby Kulim, Baling and Gerik exits. Eventually, you will reach a bridge that crosses Temenggor Lake to Banding Island. Cross the first bridge. After passing by a Petronas petrol station, before the next bridge, there is a small road on the left. Take this turn to Banding Island public jetty (Jeti Awam Pulau Banding) and park your vehicle.

From Kuala Lumpur
Belum is situated approximately 300km from Kuala Lumpur with an estimated 5 hour drive. Head north on the North South Expressway (PLUS). Exit Kuala Kangsar and head towards Gerik. You will drive through Gerik town heading towards Jeli or Kota Baru on the East-West Highway (TR 4). From Grik town, it is another 30 minutes drive to Banding Island Jetty where Temenggor lake is located.