TELOM RIVER (CAMERON DESCENT) 3D2N - (PH/TLR3) Grade II-III
Located in Cameron Highlands, a popular highland for many to getaway from the heat of the lowlands. This highland is tucked away serenely amidst the clouds at 1829 meters above sea level in the Northwest corner of Pahang, Malaysia. Cool fresh air, beautiful scenery, montane jungle, fruit farms, colonial architecture and the vast hilly areas of tea plantations are among the magical lure of of this premier hilltop getaway.
Due to logging and development, there is much sedimentation in the river causing the once clear waters to be murky. The hasn't been a rafting trip here in a long while and guides are usually reluctant to come here unless a very large group is present or an event is held.
What do I get to do?
Relax in the cool climate, camp and eat by the river plus visit the orang asli villages and tea plantation. Raft along river to admire nature and leave your 'city baggage' behind. We can even combine your stay with other adventures such as hiking up Mount Irau and Brinchang whilst staying luxurious tudor-style accommodations.
Adventure Rating and Remarks
3 - Whitewater rafting is superb fun but not too strenous thanks to the skillful guides who are excellent navigators. This river is generally considered safe although you should abide by the guide's instructions at all times.
Cost:
TO BE CONFIRMED - from Kuala Lumpur. Minimum 10 pax. Requires 3 week notice.
Itinerary:
DAY 1 Meet river guide at designated location in Kuala Lumpur/Petaling Jaya at pre-arranged time and then depart by coach / van to Brinchang, Cameron Highland. Check into Rafflessia Inn and briefing by the trip leader for the coming program after which participants are free till dinnertime to wander around the town or to do last minute shopping. Dinner at 0800 pm at the nearby restaurant and final check with all participants on their luggage by the trip leader. (Dinner) (Rafflessia Inn)
DAY 2 After an early breakfast, depart by 4WD at 0800 hr to Boh Tea Estate and continue down Bertam Valley to Kampung Tiat. There will be a short stop at the Boh Tea Factory to savior the truly fresh brewed tea. The off road drive to Kampung Tiat will take approximately 3 hours passing through lush tropical rainforest and a couple of Orang Asli village. Pack lunch will be served on the way. Upon arrival at Kampung Tiat, the Put In point, preparing and loading of raft. There will be a detail briefing on the rafting technique and the safety part of it. Rafting equipments will be distributed and participants will be divided to groups. Raft down Sungai Telom to Kuala Perahu covering a distance of about 20 kilometres passing through 8 rapids with grades ranging from Class 2 to Class 4 according to International Standard. There will be numerous stops for refreshment and recee of each rapid. Upon arrival at Kuala Perahu, setting of tents and overnight. (Breakfast / Snacks / Trail Lunch / BBQ Dinner) (Camping)
DAY 3 Breakfast, and then at 0830 hr, break camp and loading of raft after which depart to Kuala Medang stopping at Pos Lanai for lunch. Upon arrival at Kuala Medang, wash up and then light refreshment before transfer back to Kuala Lumpur. Rafting distance from Kuala Perahu to Kuala Medang is about 24 kilometres with easy rapids at Class 1. The highlight of this stretch is the tree canopy covered river with a distance of approximately 13 kilometres. (Breakfast / Snacks / Lunch )
* times mentioned above are approximate only
What does it include?
Return shuttle service, river guides, training, rafting equipment, safety equipment, insurance, meals as stated, accommodation as stated.
What does it exclude?
Insurance
What do I need to bring?
Pack breathable clothing, hat, towel, insect-repellant, sun-block lotion, torchlight/headlamp, toiletries, strapped sandals, snacks, personal medication, a book, digital still/video camera and a smile
Best time to visit
The river can be rafted all year long.
Getting here
From Kuala Lumpur, it’s a four-hour drive to Gua Musang, the starting point for rafting trips on Sungai Nenggiri. Many bus companies operate comfortable coaches plying KL-Gua Musang route. One can also travel by train from Kuala Lumpur to Gemas and onwards to Gua Musang. The journey will take about nine hours.
Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia also fly to Kota Baru; from here, it’s a three-hour drive to Gua Musang