Nenggiri River (Grade I-II), Gua Musang, Kelantan State
Sungai Nenggiri, a muddy brown river that emanates from Lojing Highlands, the border with Cameron Highlands in Pahang and Kinta Height in Perak. It flows through dense tropical jungle and majestic limestone hills to join rivers Galas, Pergau and Lebir bringing life to the Kelantan River before leading to the sea.
This adventure takes you through virgin jungles, rapids, occasionally viewing wildlife, visiting several caves of great archaelogical importance and view the scenic natural formation of limestone outcrops. It can be combined with fun rock climbing and/or a visit to Mount Stong where you stay next to the the highest 7-tiered waterfalls in the region and soak in the beautiful sunrise or sunset at the crest of one of the waterfalls.
What do I get to do?
Rapids here are considered mild but the adventure doesn’t let up as you camp and dine by the river after a tiring day of paddling and taking short excursions to caves of archaeological importance.
Gua Cha is one of the most important archaeological sites in Peninsula Malaysia, due to the number of complete well preserved human burials, the abundance and variety of animal remains and cultural objects.
We are able to setup city and country tours from Kota Baru, the capital city of Kelantan. Since Kelantan is a traditional malay state that has evolved slower than the rest of Malaysia, the opportunity to discover its own culture is an adventure itself.
Ground transfers can also be arrange to various Kelantan destinations including across the Thailand border.
Adventure Rating and Remarks
3 - Rating here is different as you may be either be in a raft or raft made of tire tubes. This river is generally considered safe although you should abide by the guide's instructions at all times.
Rates will vary depending on numbers. ex-Gua Musang Minimum 10pax unless there is already another group confirmed.
Itineraries (all rates per pax) - 3 separate adventures
A. 4 Days 3 Nights Nenggiri Rafting and Mount Stong trek (KEL/NRMS4) Ex- Dabong Train Station (Kelantan)
PRICE
RM500 - Full board (10 meals and camping equipment)
RM300 - Free and Easy (cook yourself and bring your own camping equipment)
Includes local transfers from Dabong & Gua Musang, cave guides. river guides, camping site fees, park entry permit, hostel , rafting equipment, life jacket and certificate
Excludes Insurance, train fare, personal medication, personal belongings, safety helmet (rental RM20 per pax)
Day 01
0800am - Meet our Guide at Dabong Train Station / Breakfast / Cave visits to Gua Ikan-Gua Keris-Gua Pagar / Lunch / Baha's Camp / Kolam Tuan Puteri / Dinner - Camping
Day 02
0645am - Sunrise view / Breakfast / Mount Stong / Lunch / Baha's Camp / Dabong / Train ride to Gua Musang / Dinner - Hostel
Day 03
0700am - Breakfast / Kuala Betis / Gua Cha / Lunch / Kuala Jenera / Dinner - Camping
Day 04
0800am - Breakfast / Kg.Wias / Lunch / Waterfall / Rapid Shooting / Kg.Star / Gua Musang / Dinner - Transfer to Gua Musang train station
B. 3 Days 2 Nights Nenggiri Rafting Only (KEL/NR3) Ex-Gua Musang Train Station
PRICE
RM350 Full board (2B,3L,2D Camping equipment)
RM250 Free & Easy - bring your own food and camping equipment
Includes local transfers(Gua Musang - Nenggiri - Gua Musang), training, guides, rafting Equipment, life jackets, certificate
Excludes insurance, personal medication, personal belongings, safety helmet (rental RM20 per pax)
Rock Climbing Add RM40
Sewang Cultural Dance - on request and additional charge. Requires early notice
DAY 01
06.00 AM - Estimated arrival at Gua Musang train station - Own Breakfast
08.00 AM Meet our Guide / Briefing / Transfer to Kuala Betis - Rafting down to Gua Cha - Cave exploration - Lunch - Continue rafting to Kuala Jenera - Setting-up tent for over night by the river bank- Dinner- Free Time for fishing, etc (bring own fishing rods)
DAY 02
08.00 AM Breakfast - Rafting down to Pos Pulat – Lunch – Pos Pulat (Orang Asli Settlement) – Waterfall - Dinner - Free Time. Orang Asli Cultural Dance performance - 'Tarian Sewang' (Option)
DAY 03
08.00 AM - Breakfast - Continue rafting to Kampung Star - Lunch by the river bank
03.00 PM - Arrival at Kampung Star - Depart for Gua Musang by road – (Rock Climbing Option)
08.00 PM - Dinner - Transfer to Gua Musang Train Station
C. 2 Days 1 Night Nenggiri Rafting Only (KEL/NR2) Ex-Gua Musang Train Station
PRICE
RM 270.00 Fullboard (1B/2L/1D) Camping
RM 180.00 Free & Easy - bring your own food and camping equipment
Includes Transfers(Gua Musang - Nenggiri - Gua Musang), training, river guides, rafting equipment, life jacket, certificate
Excludes insurance, train fare, personal medication, personal belongings, safety helmet (rental RM20 per pax)
DAY 01
06.00 AM - Estimated arrival at Gua Musang train station - Breakfast
08.00 AM - Meet our Guide / Briefing / Transfer to Kuala Betis
09.00 AM - Rafting down to Gua Cha
12.30 PM - Arrival at Gua Cha - Cave exploration - Lunch
02.30 PM - Continue rafting to Kuala Jenera
05.00 PM - Arrival at Kuala Jenera - Setting-up tent for over night by the river bank - Dinner- Free Time for fishing, etc (bring own fishing rods)
DAY 02
08.00 AM - Breakfast - Continue rafting to Kampung Star
12 .00 PM - Lunch by the river bank
03.00 PM - Arrival at Kampung Star
04.00 PM - Depart for Gua Musang by road
08.00 PM - Dinner, Transfer to Gua Musang Train Station
* times mentioned above are approximate only. Itinerary may vary.
What does it include?
listed above
What does it exclude?
listed above
What do I need to wear/bring?
Wear quick dry clothing such rash guards (lycra-polyester material) and long sleeve to prevent sun burn and keep warm.
Bring breathable clothing for quick drying and lightness, towel, insect-repellant, raincoat, sun-block lotion (important!), torchlight or headlamp, batteries, toiletries, strapped sandals, personal medication, digital camera with waterproof shell, cards or compact boardgames, donation for orang asli (personal preference)
Best time to visit
The river can be rafted all year long. The best time is when the river swells from November to January.
Getting here
You can take the train from Kuala Lumpur, Johor Baru or Singapore to Gua Musang stop. From Kuala Lumpur, it takes eight to nine hours. Check with www.ktmb.com.my
By road, Gua Musang is three hours from Kota Baru and about five hours from Kuala Lumpur. There are express coaches and taxis from Kota Baru and Kuala Lumpur.
There are also daily flights to Kota Baru via Airasia or MAS and you would need to catch a bus or taxi to meeting point.