5 Fun Facts about Taman Negara that you might not know!
groups for team-building sessions and welcomed more than 100 backpackers who enjoyed their stay with us in Taman Negara. From exploring the rainforest to discovering themselves throughout the journey, we couldn’t have been happier to explore this journey with every one of you!
1. Older than Amazon Rainforest!
Taman Negara is estimated to be over 130 million years old, making it one of the world’s oldest tropical rainforests. This predates the ice ages, supporting a complex ecosystem largely untouched by time.
Scientists believe that the rainforest of Taman Negara may be the oldest on Earth. Untouched by glaciers during recent ice ages, Taman Negara forests have remained largely the same for some 130 million years — for comparison, the rainforests of the Amazon as we would recognize them are probably less than ten million years old. Their stability means these forests are some of the most diverse on the planet. More than 350 species of birds, 14000 species of plants, and 210 species of mammals can be found in the forests of Taman Negara.
2. Larger than Singapore!
Spanning approximately 4,343 square kilometers, Taman Negara stretches across three Malaysian states. Its vast size accommodates diverse habitats, from dense jungles to mountainous terrain. Meanwhile, our neighbouring country, Singapore, is only 734.3 square kilometers in size!
3. It's harder to summit Mount Tahan than Mount Kinabalu!
Gunung Tahan is the longest of the treks in Taman Negara. Standing as Peninsular Malaysia’s highest peak, Mount Tahan (2,187 meters) offers challenging treks and breathtaking vistas, embodying the park’s rugged natural beauty.
And for enthusiastic climbers, Gunung Tahan is actually harder than Mount Kinabalu!
4. Learn traditional fishing methods from the Orang Asli Communities
The indigenous Orang Asli people offer insights into traditional lifestyles, emphasizing the importance of harmony between humans and nature.
Learning fishing techniques from the Orang Asli connects visitors with ancient practices, emphasizing the cultural heritage and environmental wisdom of indigenous communities.
5. Cave Exploration
The exploration of Gua Kepayang, among the largest caves in Taman Negara, offers adventurous visitors a glimpse into the park’s subterranean wonders.
What do you think about these fun facts about Taman Negara?
In the past year, we hosted over 20 groups for team building sessions and welcomed more than 100 international backpackers who enjoyed their stay with us in Taman Negara. From exploring the rainforest to discovering themselves throughout the journey, we couldn’t have been happier to explore this journey with every one of you!
