The Belum Rainforest Resort will in time become Malaysia’s premier ecotourism holiday destination. Set in the midst of a tropical paradise, the resort, which is located on Pulau Banding, promises to be everything nature lovers and holiday-goers expect in a getaway destination: complete relaxation and serenity, stunning views and surroundings, adventure, unmatched service, and the chance to get close to nature.
Nature’s Bounty at your Doorstep
With the Belum-Temengor Rainforest literally at their doorstep, guests at the resort will have a rare opportunity to experience the soothing beauty and mystery of the vast jungle, which has remained untouched for centuries. Nature lovers will revel at the chance to observe the beauty of plants and scenery that can be found only rarely elsewhere. Meanwhile, thrilling outdoor activities await adventure seekers who crave for adrenaline-pumping experiences.
PULAU BANDING
Let nature envelope your senses
Pulau Banding is a man-made island located within the majestic Temenggor Lake. Sitting amidst the million-year old Belum Rainforest, visitors to the island can look forward to indulging in nature based activities such as fishing, bird watching, camping and visiting orang asli settlements.
Unforgettable adventures
Explore the beautiful outdoors, or relax indoors with a wide variety of activities to choose from. If it’s the outdoors your prefer, try your hand at fishing to enjoy the thrill of reeling in kelah, or even a toman, opt to go boating, or take a dip in near of the numerous waterfalls that can be found around the lake.
BELUM-TEMENGGOR RAINFOREST
Belum-Temengor Rainforest is where the wonders of nature come alive. Over 130 million years of age and encompassing 300,000 hectares, this tropical paradise is home to a vast number of species of animals and plants, many of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. In fact, scientific studies indicate that this pristine forest, which remains one of the largest untouched forest reserves in Peninsular Malaysia, holds enormous potential for the discovery of more biological treasures.
Situated in the state of Perak, at the border of Peninsular Malaysia and Thailand, the stunning landscape of Belum-Temengor Rainforest houses over 3,000 species of flowering plants, including three species of the largest flower in the world – the Rafflesia. It is also the natural habitat of 64 species of ferns, 62 species of mosses, and has a lake that is home to 23 species of freshwater fish and 5 species of turtles. The entire forest complex is approximately four times the size of Singapore, which makes it the ideal place for large animals such as tigers, elephants and rhinoceroses to roam and breed, , undisturbed by man.
Nature at its purest
The unspoiled magic of Belum, which literally means ‘land before time’, makes it the perfect habitat for 14 of the world’s most threatened mammals, including the Malaysian Tiger, Sumatran Rhinoceros, the White-handed Gibbon, Asiatic Elephant, and Malayan Tapir. It also makes this forest an ideal destination for ecotourism activities, such as wildlife watching, education and research initiatives, which support the conservation efforts of the area.
