Visitors can either drive or take a public transport to Merapoh via Kuala Lumpur – Kuala Lipis – Gua Musang – Kota Bharu road. Those taking the train, can stop at the nearest station – Merapoh Railway Station, Pahang.
Each visitor must obtain an entrance permit at RM1.00 / person. Fishing licence costs RM10.00 / rod while camera licence is RM5.00 / camera.
There are accommodation provided nearby Taman Negara such as guest house and homestay managed by local communities.
Taman Negara provides camp site facilities renting with the fee of RM1.00 / person / night.
Four-wheel drives from Sungai Relau to Kelah Kuala Juram Sanctuary and the beginning of the climb to Gunung Tahan in Kuala Juram charged of RM24.00 / person (minimum of 5 person / trip). RM100.00 / group with less than 5 person/trip.
| Activities | |
| Gunung Tahan Hiking | The highest peak in Peninsular Malaysia takes at least 5 days to hike, conquering its challenging routes. Hikers are compulsory under lead and in sight of mountain guide. Recommended period to hike is from March to August. |
| 4WD Night Observation | Activity to view nocturnal animals by 4WD. *Prices subjected by operator |
| Night Walk |
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| Cave Exploration | Gua Gajah is located 5.5 km away from Sg. Relau. Guide fees is RM150.00 per day (maximum 12 person) |
| Water Activities | Canoeing in Sungai Tanum for 3 days. *Prices subjected by operator |
| Kelah Observation |
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| Bird Watching | A variety of bird species have been identified in the area such as Rhinoceros Hornbill, Banded Pitta and White-rumped Shama. |
| Bumbun Rimau |
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| Panoramic View at Menara Seraya | Enjoy panoramic view of Gunung Tahan peak. |
| Sungai Relau (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Juram | 5 days 4 nights |
| Sungai Relau (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Tahan | 7 days 6 nights |
| Route Sungai Relau (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan Peak (Altitude) | Approximate Distance (KM) |
|---|---|
| Kuala Juram (309m) to Kuala Luis (306m) | 5.0 |
| Kuala Luis (306m) to Lata Luis (558m) | 6.0 |
| Lata Luis (558m) to Kem Kor (750m) | 2.5 |
| Kem Kor (750m) to Permatang (874m) | 2.5 |
| Permatang (874m) to Kubang (1406m) | 3.5 |
| Kubang (1406m) to Belumut (1493m) | 1.5 |
| Belumut (1493m) to Bonsai (1705m) | 5.5 |
| Bonsai (1705m) to Botak (1943m) | 3.0 |
| Botak (1943m) to Gunung Tahan (2187m) | 2.4 |
| Route & Duration | Rate (RM) |
| Kuala Tahan – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Juram (Merapoh) (5 days, 4 nights) | 1200.00 |
| Kuala Tahan – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Tahan (7 days, 6 nights) | 1200.00 |
| Kuala Tahan – Waterfall – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Tahan (9 days, 8 nights) | 1400.00 |
| Kuala Tahan – Waterfall – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Juram (Merapoh) (9 days, 8 nights) | 1400.00 |
| Kuala Juram (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Waterfall – Kuala Tahan (9 days, 8 nights) | 1400.00 |
| Kuala Juram (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Juram (Merapoh) (5 days, 4 nights) | 950.00 |
| Kuala Juram (Merapoh) – Gunung Tahan (peak) – Kuala Tahan (7 days, 6 nights) | 1200.00 |
| Charges for extra day | 150.00/day |
* Number of hikers are limited to 48 person / day
* Number of hikers are limited to 12 person / guide
For more information, please contact:
Assistant Superintendent,
Pahang National Park, Sungai Relau, Merapoh
27210 Kuala Lipis, Pahang
Tel/ Faks: 09-915 0214 / 09-9150215
E-mel: tnsgrelau@wildlife.gov.my
