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Introduction
Tasik Kenyir is the largest man-made lake
in Southeast Asia, spanning 260,000 hectares.
It is also Malaysia's largest rock filled
hydroelectric dam. When the area was flooded,
most of the hills were above the water level,
thus creating about 340 man-made islands.
The
rainforest that cradles the area furnishes
the lake with an incredible assortment of
flora and fauna. These include rare ferns,
exotic orchids, hornbills, elephants, and
panthers. It is also home to more than 8,000
species of flowers, 2,500 species of plants
and trees, 800 species of orchids, and 300
species of fungus.
It
is a popular retreat for nature lovers as
it is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest.
It is also an angler’s haven as the
lake is home to hundreds of species of freshwater
fish like Baung, Toman, Kelisa, Lampam and
Kelah.
Surounded
by a vast tropical jungle, the lake area
is a popular spot for angling, boating,
canoeing, jungle-trekking, 4WD driving and
golfing.
Accommodation
varies from a 3 star resort, chalets on
the islands, floating resort or houseboats
where rooms and meals are provided. The
houseboat travels to waterfalls and fishing
sites providing an exhilarating adventure
for nature lovers.
Tasik
Kenyir is also a gateway to Taman Negara
through Tanjung Mentong.
How
to get there
By car
There are several alternative routes to go
to Kenyir Lake. If you travel by car from
Kuala Lumpur, head to Ajil through Karak Highway
to Jerengau-Jabor Highway then onwards to
Kenyir. Another alternative route is to take
the coastal road through Kemaman, Dungun,
Kuala Terengganu and then on to Kenyir Lake.
By
air
Fly with either Malaysian Airlines or Air
Asia. They operate regular flights to the
Sultan Mahmud Airport in Kuala Terengganu
from Kuala Lumpur International Airport
(KLIA). From the Sultan Mahmud Airport,
you could take a taxi straight to Tasik
Kenyir. The fare is about RM 60.00, or if
you are heading to Kuala Berang the fare
is about RM30.00.
By
boat
There are a number of boat operators at
the Gawi Jetty, who can take you using their
fibre glass or double decked houseboats,
across Tasik Kenyir. It is advisable to
make prior bookings. Some travel agencies
offer tour packages.
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