Covering an area of 80,000 hectares, Endau-Rompin National Park serves as the second largest national park in the Peninsular Malaysia which houses the world’s oldest rainforest including the Royal Belum State Park and Taman Negara.
In any case, you want to experience a slow-paced life away from the sound of bustling vehicles in the city, spending a day or two with your best buddies at Endau Rompin National Park. With this, here are some of the must-do things.
1. Forest adventure
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If you have a heart that is close to nature, Endau-Rompin is a perfect choice, given the fact that it is an ecological paradise which brings together 230 species of birds, 43 species of fish, 26 species of frogs, 9 species of lizards, 179 species of butterflies, plus there are also some endangered wild animals including elephants, civet cats, tigers, white palm gibbons, and more to be seen here.
In addition, the park is also home to a variety of exotic orchids, herbs, medicinal plants, and trees that attract many ecologists to conduct scientific researches.
2. Rafting activities
Since Endau-Rompin actually comes from two rivers: Endau and Rompin, the national park is one of the best spots for rafting activities. The national park offers a wide river surface with clear water that is indeed perfect for boating other related river activities.
3. Mesmerizing the beauty of Buaya Sangkut Waterfall
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Among the quite few water spots in the park, Buaya Sangkut Waterfall, which literally means trapped (sangkut) crocodile (buaya) is undoubtedly one of the most famous. As told by the indigenous people, an old crocodile that lived in the pools above the waterfall was hunted in order to end the cases of near-death experiences in the area. Until one day, the crocodile was found floating downriver and got itself trapped between the boulders, causing the water to change to its direction to the Endau River.
4. Enjoy the fascinating waters of Upeh Guling Waterfalls
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Upstream the Buaya Sangkut Waterfalls are waterfalls which are said to be around for more than 200 million years. The Upeh Guling falls feature a mix of waterfalls and cascades with beautiful rocks that you can walk on. Aside from playing with the refreshing water of the falls, the place is also perfect for a picnic!
5. Experience aboriginal life culture
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There are groups of aborigines who have lived in the area for more than a centur—Orang Jakun. Since the opening of the park to the public, the Orang Jakun started to take charge of the ecological tour, allowing the guests to experience the hunting life of the aborigines. In line with this, tourists can also taste the cuisine of the aborigines. The Orang Jakun people usually make food cooked in Nepenthes which is a pitcher plant. During special days, the aborigines also include chicken, spices and other ingredients to their meals.
6. Plunge into the waters of the mesmerizing Tasik Air Biru
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One of the sights that you shouldn’t miss when you’re in the park is the Blue Lake / Tasik Air Biru. It features clear and blue water as if inviting you to take a bath there.
7. Go camping
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For those who want to spend the night with nature can go camping in the park. As a matter of fact, the Endau-Rompin National Park has camping facilities to facilitate 250 to 300 people.
Endau-Rompin National Park
Location: JKR 475, Bukit Timbalan, Johor, Malaysia
*Note: The park is temporarily closed during the rainy season (November – March)
