Nothing will be more beautiful than nature. Isn’t it that we frequently get lost and mesmerized by its peacefulness and incredibly wonderful green view?
In Malaysia, National Parks preserve most natural and untouched nature. So the next generation will be able to see the outstanding beauty of nature.
For nature trippers out there that are looking for an earthy hangout place this coming weekend, come with us as we explore National Parks that are best for people who has a heart for nature.
1. Taman Negara National Park
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Taman Negara which is across the three continents of Pahang, Kelantan, Terengganu and has an area of 4,343 sq.km is one of the oldest rainforests in Malaysia. It has a spectacular natural landscape for it is located in Titiwangsa mountain range. If you wish to come here there are other activities that you can enjoy like boat fishing at Lata Berkoh Tahan mountain streams and Sungai Keniam fishing aside from drooling your eyes over nature.
Location: Taman Negara, 27000 Pahang, Pahang, 27000 Jerantut, Pahang, Malaysia
Contact: +60 9-517 7111
2. Taman Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
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This marine park located at Kota Kinabalu is composed of five islands which are Pulau Gaya, Pulau Sapi, Pulau Manukan, Pulau Sulug and Pulau Mamutik. This is a perfect place for those who like to embrace nature as well as the marine abundance that can be found here. Indulge yourself with the clear sea water wherein you can be able to mirror the rocks underneath.
Location: Sabah, Malaysia
Contact: +60 88-523 500
3. Kinabalu National Park
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Taman Kinabalu also was known as Kinabalu National Park is Malaysia’s first established national park which is also the first to be marked on World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO. If you are fond of seeing mountains and doing mountain activities, this national park is just perfect for you.
Location: Kinabalu Park, 89300 Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia
Contact: +60 88-523 500
4. Gunung Mulu National Park
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Gunung Mulu National Park is another place where you can experience how it is like to be close to nature. It has a total area of 562.64 km and since it has a vast area there are open water holes, deer cave, wind tunnel, moon hole, eagle hole for easy management. Mulu is also famous for animal species that can be found here such as hornbill, bats, Borneo bearded pigs, seabirds, tarsiers and more.
Location: Sarawak, Malaysia
Contact: +60 85-792 300
5. Bako National Park
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If you want to embrace the nature as well as to see some endangered species, then you must come and visit Bako National Park located at Sarawak Malaysia. There are about 150 estimated endangered proboscis monkey that can be seen here. This is just a good place to watch and observe these kinds of animals. In line with this, there are also tree frogs Colletti, white-breasted babbler, cynomolgus macaques and Trimeresurus to be found here.
Location: Sarawak, Malaysia
6. Endau-Rompin National Park
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Endau-Rompin National Park located at the junction of Johor and Pahang is considered as an ancient tropical rainforest which is the last standing low tropical rainforest in Malaysia. There were found 25 previously unknown plants in this tropical rainforest between the year 1985 to 1986. This is also the habitat of the Sumatran rhino.
For adventurous mountain climbers out there, try to visit this place, for it is just good for you.
Location: 80000 Labis, Johor, Malaysia
Contact: +60 7-922 2875
7. Taman Negara Bukit Lambir
Taman Negara Bukit Lambir otherwise known as Blue Peel Seoul National Park located 36 km from Miri, Sarawak mainly consists 1,175 kinds of mixed forest composition. One of the highlights of this national park is the 0.18 k distance waterfall which is a 20-minute walk from the park. While you are in the park, you can already see a lot of wild animals such as sun bears, pangolins, bats, and monkeys.
Location: Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia
Contact: +60 14-885 5707
