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With
something to suit all tastes, Kelantan's many offerings range
from simple river cruises, rafting and bird watching to jungle
trekking. Beginning at Kuala Krai, the River Cruise winds
its way upriver to the town of Dabong. Passing through ancient
tropical forests and a number of riverine communities, you
may catch a glimpse of the shy jungle wildlife. Kingfishers,
eagles and hornbills are readily seen along with various species
of monkeys. |
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From
Dabong, you may return to Kota Bharu by train or, head to Jelawang
for jungle trekking. Chalets are available and various jungle trails
have been laid. A 1 1/2 hour trek will take you to the spectacular
Jelawang Waterfalls. Gua Musang is another alternative which can
also be reached by train. Well known for its limestone caves, cave
temple and the Lata Beringin waterfalls, Gua Musang is only a 2-hour
drive from Taman Negara (the National Park). |
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The Kedasar Inn, located at Gua Musang
old town can arrange visits to goldmine, a deer park, an
ethno-botanical garden and aboriginal settlements as well
as organising river rafting and cave explorations. A summer
camp, complete with various obstacle and fitness courses,
provides leadership and youth training programmes.
Kuala
Koh, two hours hour drive from Gua Musang is the northern
entrance to Taman Negara and serves as the Park Headquarters
in Kelantan. Chalets are available at Kuala Koh, and a small
restaurant serves basic fare. Arrangements for guides, however,
should be made through an accredited tour operator in Gua
Musang, where transport can also be arranged to Kuala Koh,
if required. |
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For bird watching enthuasists, it is possible
to see quite a variety of birds in a couple of days and for anglers,
the pristine rivers offer some excellent sportfishing. The whole
area offers superb opportunities for photographers, the diverse
flora and fauna in the emerald forest providing perfect settings,
colours and contrasts.
The
are many river-based activities around Kuala Koh. Kayaks, bamboo
rafts and inflatables can be hired. However, anyone planning any
serious river activities should check with the Wildlife and National
Parks Department at Kuala Koh on river conditions before setting
off.
There are, many jungle trails of varying distances and degrees of
difficulty within the vicinity. And for those who wish to view life
at the top of the jungle, a canopy walkway has recently been completed
adjacent to Kuala Koh. |
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Waterfalls
Waterfalls in Kelantan are major attractions for picnics
and swimming. Jeram Pasu is just off the Kota Bharu - Pasir
Puteh road while Jeram Linang is off the Pasir Puteh - Machang
road. Lata Beringin, with its 120 - metre drop, cool waters
and lush vegetation is most spectacular and is found off
the Kuala Krai - Gua Musang Highway. |
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Gunung
Stong
One of Kelantan's highest mountains, at 1,442 metres, it is reputed
to hold hidden treasure in Gua Ikan (Fish Cave), named after a solitary
fish-shaped rock. The treasure is said to be hidden during the Japanese
Occupation. |
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