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Kenyir Lake

Tasik Kenyir is the largest man-made
lake in Southeast Asia, spanning
260,000 hectares. It is also Malay-
sia'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 spe-
cies 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
anglers haven as the lake is home The houseboat travels to waterfalls and fishing sites provid-
to hundreds of species of freshwater ing an exhilarating adventure for nature lovers.
fish like Baung, Toman, Kelisa, Lam- Tasik Kenyir is also a gateway to Taman Negara through
pam and Kelah. Surounded by a vast Tanjung Mentong.
tropical jungle, the lake area is a pop-
ular spot for angling, boating, canoe- By Car
ing, jungle- trekking, 4WD driving and There are several alternative routes to go to Kenyir Lake. If
golfing. Accommodation varies from you travel by car from Kuala Lumpur, head to Ajil through
a 3 star resort, chalets on the islands,
floating resort or houseboats where Karak Highway to Jerengau-Jabor Highway then onwards to
rooms and meals are provided. Kenyir. Another alternative route is to take the coastal road
through Kemaman, Dungun, Kuala Terengganu and then on
to Kenyir Lake.

Who To Contact
Tourist Information Centre, Pengkalan Gawi
+609-626 7788/ 666 8498

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