  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.
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 1.5 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).
The Kedasar Inn, located
at Gua Musang old town can arrange visits to a 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 programs.
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.
For bird watching
enthusiasts, it is possible to see quite a variety of birds in a couple
of days and for anglers, the pristine rivers offer some excellent
sport-fishing. The whole area offers superb opportunities for
photographers, the diverse flora and fauna in the emerald forest
providing perfect settings, colours and contrasts.
There are many
river-based activities around Kuala Koh. Kayaks, bamboo rafts and
inflatable 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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