Tucked Away Amidst Nature

This was our abode for a quick getaway. A bamboo & attap hut that was built by the Orang Asli (Indigenous People). A stream runs under the hut.



A balcony to chill out.


The stream as seen from the back window.


The interior is bare basics i.e. just mattresses but this was more than enough. It gets cold here during the night. I measured it at 23 deg Celsius ard 4.00am.


Don't make so much noise and nature will reveal itself near you... like this little birdie calling out to its mate.

Tasek Bera (Structures)

This is the SABOT (Semelai Association for BOating & Tourism) office in Pos Iskandar. We put up the night in here. Basic, cozy and clean toilets, sufficient for what we need. About a month ago, electricity availability became 24x7. This is really good news to both residents and visitors. Previously electricity was provided by a generator from dusk to dawn only.



This is where we lunched here before heading back to the city. Located in Kg. Pathir, it is made from bamboo and tree bark. Roof however, has been upgraded to zinc.



This is the floor of the interior; Bamboo held together with rattan. Very cool as the air flows through.



A balai or a gathering place. This one is up for rental for large group of visitors/ tourists.



The local 'pub' at Kg. Paya Pelawan. Downright quaint and cozy.

Kuala Koh, Taman Negara

Kuala Koh is the Kelantan (northern) entrance into Taman Negara National Park. It does not have hoards of tourists bringing in noise from wherever they came from.





Young bamboo shoot. The colours and shades are so pretty.



Over the Sungai Lebir...




Pic above taken from the suspension bridge.




Height of bridge over the river.




Looks higher here but estimate it to be approx 16 meters (50 feet) above river level.