Lake Kenyir is huge
Kenyir Lake (Tasik Kenyir) is THE lake of Malaysia I would say. This man made lake in Malaysia had me going back almost every year since the first time I visited it back in 2005 probably. Since then, I have been back to the lake many times over, fishing, camping or just plain relaxing. It really is a place to just get away from it all and relax.
This visit is no different. The lake itself looks as if time has stood still. Its beauty is just mesmerizing. John, upon seeing the lake for the first time froze as he soaked up the scenery. “Keong…this place is different. No where close to Lake Temenggor or Lake Bera (L:INK). I know now why you like this place so much”.
Yup, this place is awesome. It is different. Freshwater all around and it’s jungle is pristine. It will make you want to stay and never leave the place (well, it’s the case for me at least). There are many things to do at this lake. Besides its numerous attractions like waterfalls, caves and hilltop islands, this place is a great place for fishing and nature appreciation trips as well.
Kenyir’s island are actually hittops, they emerged after the water has flooded the entire area
Some trees are still standing even after the place has been flooded
There are a few ways to get to Lake Kenyir. Of course driving your own vehicle there would be the best option. Driving will give you the flexibility of just stopping anywhere, whenever you want.
But if you have to take public transport, the nearest town to Pengkalan Gawi jetty is Kuala Berang. The only buses that goes directly into Pengkalan Gawi jetty (Lake Kenyir’s entry point) as far as I know comes from Kuala Lumpur, Putra bus station near PWTC. You will have to check the bus operator though, trips are on certain days and not frequent.
From other parts of Malaysia, try to make your way to Kuala Berang and from there take a cab. Alternatively, fly into Kuala Terengganu and take a cab in. But from Kuala Terengganu’s airport to Pengkalan Gawi would be more than an hour’s drive, so be prepared to pay for the cab ride.
Boat ride on Lake Kenyir
While making your way there seems like a challenge, it is all worth the effort I guarantee. Kenyir lake is magnificent, charming and irresistible.
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