Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Berkelah Falls was named after ‘ikan kelah’ a species of fish that was once thought to be in abundance in the river but the population has recently declined due to loss of habitat. The waterfall has 7 tiers, each with its unique waterfall and a pool at the base, with the highest tier at a height of 50 metres.
There are campsites at the first tier where many tourists camp overnight. Upgraded roads leading to the falls have also led to an increase of people visiting the area. Despite that, the general cleanliness of the area and quality of the pools is perfect for swimming and having fun. As you venture towards the 7th tier, you’ll encounter one waterfall after another and even Olympic sized pools with depths reaching 5-10 metres!
There are campsites at the first tier where many tourists camp overnight. Upgraded roads leading to the falls have also led to an increase of people visiting the area. Despite that, the general cleanliness of the area and quality of the pools is perfect for swimming and having fun. As you venture towards the 7th tier, you’ll encounter one waterfall after another and even Olympic sized pools with depths reaching 5-10 metres!
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Located just a few minutes away by car from Berkelah Falls, the town of Gambang offers other attractions such as Gambang Water Park and Bukit Gambang Safari Park. Gambang Water Park is touted as Malaysia’s best and spans an area of 45.8 acres with a tropical setting as it is flanked by the lush jungle. Bukit Gambang Safari Park is the largest safari park in the country and is home to over 300 animal species including the first white lions and first Malaysian-born white lion cubs. Highlights include 5 active shows daily and a drive through savannah displaying the animals roaming freely in their natural habitats.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
You can make it a goal to hike up till the 7th tier and collect 7 unique photos of yourself ‘conquering’ Berkelah Falls!
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Friends , Group
Getting around
Getting around
There isn’t any public transport going towards Berkelah Falls. A 4x4 vehicle is best to get you through the not-so-ideal road conditions and you can rent a ride from one of the nearby villages. You’ll need to be on the Federal Route #2 highway heading towards Kuantan. Around 31km from Maran, you will see the signboard that says “Hutan Lipur Berkelah”. Turn left here, the coordinates are 3.698124, 102.982621. Drive up till you reach the carpark with the sheltered bridge. From here, just follow the trail to first twin falls campsite.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Be extra careful on the hike to the upper tier waterfalls after the campsites as it is easy to slip and fall into the river. Watch your step, even on the dry rocks.
- The depth of some of the pools can reach up to 10m. The water is also cold and has a strong current. Therefore, if you’re not a strong swimmer or are bringing kids along, it’s best to have a lifejacket on them.
- From the starting point of the trail, the hike up to designated campsite where most visitors would camp here would take roughly 3-4 hours depending on your hiking skills.
- If you plan to camp here, be sure to bring all the needed camping facilities, outdoor gears and sufficient amount of food and drinks for you to survive the night.
- Even if you don’t plan to camp here, it is best to come early in the morning, recommended around 8am so you can reach the tiers before noon and freely enjoy your time here. This way, you don’t have to rush your hike down before it gets dark
With clear pools and magnificent waterfalls, Berkelah Falls is a popular site for both locals and tourists to enjoy hiking and swimming all year round.
Opening hours
Always open
With clear pools and magnificent waterfalls, Berkelah Falls is a popular site for both locals and tourists to enjoy hiking and swimming all year round.
Opening hours
Always open
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Berkelah Falls was named after ‘ikan kelah’ a species of fish that was once thought to be in abundance in the river but the population has recently declined due to loss of habitat. The waterfall has 7 tiers, each with its unique waterfall and a pool at the base, with the highest tier at a height of 50 metres.
There are campsites at the first tier where many tourists camp overnight. Upgraded roads leading to the falls have also led to an increase of people visiting the area. Despite that, the general cleanliness of the area and quality of the pools is perfect for swimming and having fun. As you venture towards the 7th tier, you’ll encounter one waterfall after another and even Olympic sized pools with depths reaching 5-10 metres!
There are campsites at the first tier where many tourists camp overnight. Upgraded roads leading to the falls have also led to an increase of people visiting the area. Despite that, the general cleanliness of the area and quality of the pools is perfect for swimming and having fun. As you venture towards the 7th tier, you’ll encounter one waterfall after another and even Olympic sized pools with depths reaching 5-10 metres!
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
Located just a few minutes away by car from Berkelah Falls, the town of Gambang offers other attractions such as Gambang Water Park and Bukit Gambang Safari Park. Gambang Water Park is touted as Malaysia’s best and spans an area of 45.8 acres with a tropical setting as it is flanked by the lush jungle. Bukit Gambang Safari Park is the largest safari park in the country and is home to over 300 animal species including the first white lions and first Malaysian-born white lion cubs. Highlights include 5 active shows daily and a drive through savannah displaying the animals roaming freely in their natural habitats.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
You can make it a goal to hike up till the 7th tier and collect 7 unique photos of yourself ‘conquering’ Berkelah Falls!
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Friends , Group
Getting around
Getting around
There isn’t any public transport going towards Berkelah Falls. A 4x4 vehicle is best to get you through the not-so-ideal road conditions and you can rent a ride from one of the nearby villages. You’ll need to be on the Federal Route #2 highway heading towards Kuantan. Around 31km from Maran, you will see the signboard that says “Hutan Lipur Berkelah”. Turn left here, the coordinates are 3.698124, 102.982621. Drive up till you reach the carpark with the sheltered bridge. From here, just follow the trail to first twin falls campsite.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Be extra careful on the hike to the upper tier waterfalls after the campsites as it is easy to slip and fall into the river. Watch your step, even on the dry rocks.
- The depth of some of the pools can reach up to 10m. The water is also cold and has a strong current. Therefore, if you’re not a strong swimmer or are bringing kids along, it’s best to have a lifejacket on them.
- From the starting point of the trail, the hike up to designated campsite where most visitors would camp here would take roughly 3-4 hours depending on your hiking skills.
- If you plan to camp here, be sure to bring all the needed camping facilities, outdoor gears and sufficient amount of food and drinks for you to survive the night.
- Even if you don’t plan to camp here, it is best to come early in the morning, recommended around 8am so you can reach the tiers before noon and freely enjoy your time here. This way, you don’t have to rush your hike down before it gets dark
