General Information
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Belum Rainforest Resort is one of Malaysia's premier ecotourism resort set in the midst of a tropical paradise, Pulau Banding.
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It is located about 373km from Kuala Lumpur and can be reached via North-South Highway in 4 1/2 to 5 hours drive.
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Situated right next to Temenggor Lake, the largest man-made lake in Perak, it is a great gateway to nature with the Belum-Temenggor Rainforest literally at its doorstep and a perfect getaway destination for nature-lovers. Visitors get to enjoy stunning view of the lake with lush green tropical rainforest as background.
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Belum-Temenggor Rainforest which is over 130 million years old and with the size of 300,000 hectares is home to a vast number of species of animals and plants, including 3 species of the largest flower in the world, the Rafflesia.
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Rooms are designed with contemporary, nature-inspired décor and equipped with modern facilities to make your stay a comfortable one.
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Other facilities provided by the resort include lounge area, meeting/conference room, restaurant and a prayer room for Muslim (surau).
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Different packages are available for those who just want to stay and relax in the resort or those who want to explore deeper into the rainforest for wildlife/bird watching, Rafflesia spotting, jungle trekking, camping, visit to Orang Asli settlement, fishing or taking a dip in nearby waterfalls. Those who are lucky might spot 2 of the rarest species of Hornbill in Malaysia, the Plain-Pouched Hornbill and the Great Hornbill around Belum.
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Other activities to choose from are kayaking, round island cruise which costs RM80 per person and requires minimum 5 persons, walk around a small local herb garden in the resort and a walk through Banding Forest Trail which ends up in an Orang Asli village model by the lakeside.
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Board games and traditional games like "congkak" are available upon request.
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Belum Rainforest Resort is one of Malaysia's premier ecotourism resort set in the midst of a tropical paradise, Pulau Banding.
It is located about 373km from Kuala Lumpur and can be reached via North-South Highway in 4 1/2 to 5 hours drive.
Situated right next to Temenggor Lake, the largest man-made lake in Perak, it is a great gateway to nature with the Belum-Temenggor Rainforest literally at its doorstep and a perfect getaway destination for nature-lovers. Visitors get to enjoy stunning view of the lake with lush green tropical rainforest as background.
Belum-Temenggor Rainforest which is over 130 million years old and with the size of 300,000 hectares is home to a vast number of species of animals and plants, including 3 species of the largest flower in the world, the Rafflesia.
Rooms are designed with contemporary, nature-inspired décor and equipped with modern facilities to make your stay a comfortable one.
Other facilities provided by the resort include lounge area, meeting/conference room, restaurant and a prayer room for Muslim (surau).
Different packages are available for those who just want to stay and relax in the resort or those who want to explore deeper into the rainforest for wildlife/bird watching, Rafflesia spotting, jungle trekking, camping, visit to Orang Asli settlement, fishing or taking a dip in nearby waterfalls. Those who are lucky might spot 2 of the rarest species of Hornbill in Malaysia, the Plain-Pouched Hornbill and the Great Hornbill around Belum.
Other activities to choose from are kayaking, round island cruise which costs RM80 per person and requires minimum 5 persons, walk around a small local herb garden in the resort and a walk through Banding Forest Trail which ends up in an Orang Asli village model by the lakeside.
Board games and traditional games like "congkak" are available upon request.
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Prepare comfortable clothing and shoes for a walk through the trail.
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Bring along mosquito or insect repellent.
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The best time for deeper jungle trekking in Peninsula Malaysia is during the dry season from March to October.
Prepare comfortable clothing and shoes for a walk through the trail.
Bring along mosquito or insect repellent.
The best time for deeper jungle trekking in Peninsula Malaysia is during the dry season from March to October.
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| Here you get to touch the cold water of Temenggor Lake. |
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| Hidden gem at the end of the trail waiting for us to explore. |
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| Catch a glimpse of a pretty butterfly. |
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| Orang asli Village |
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| Sit back and enjoy the view. |
website : www.belumresort.com
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