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Malaysia may not be such a large country, but it is spread out. From Peninsula Malaysia, to East Malaysia, covering the north part of Borneo. And, there’s always a perfect spot to do just about anything, here in Malaysia. Below, I have a list of recommended places for various activities (in each state). You can click on the links to learn a bit more about those places. I’ve been to most of the locations and I write about my experiences there. So, here’s the list of where to do what in Malaysia:

The Best Jungle Trekking and Camping Sites in Malaysia

There's a certain kind of calmness when you are surrounded with rainforests some 260 million years old. Most of the places I list have no cellular phone coverage, or air conditioning. That just strays from the whole point anyway. What you'll surely have is a lot of fun and respect for the wilderness. The best jungle trekking sites in Malaysia are listed below. Many of which I went during numerous trips with friends, while in school and college and outings with the family.

The Endau-Rompin National Park

The Endau-Rompin National Park is vast, covering areas in the state of Johor and Pahang. Among the other National Parks in Malaysia, this one is considered relatively new. Even so, the lowland rainforests and rock formations here are mostly untouched for the better part of 260 million years (making it one of the oldest rainforests in the world). So it has been around for a long, long time

These factors make this place a favorite among people who appreciate the great outdoors. Trekking around the rainforest here is a great eye-opener. I was amazed at the many types of plants and wildlife I discovered, many I never knew existed, and they can grow to unusually large sizes too. ‘Orang Asli’ (Malaysian aboriginal people), usually from the ‘Jakun’ tribe, play the part of the guide during jungle treks. They are very familiar with these parts, as their tribe has been living here for many generations.

You can also admire this artwork of nature by cruising through the rivers and streams along this National Park. At some places, the current can get strong with flow of water to match. Stretches of the river like Sungai Endau are perfect for those into white water rafting. I tried it once during a camping trip, my raft got overturned twice (most probably due to the inexperienced crew, including yours truly), but it was such a thrill and so much fun

You can also admire this artwork of nature by cruising through the rivers and streams along this National Park. At some places, the current can get strong with flow of water to match. Stretches of the river like Sungai Endau are perfect for those into white water rafting. I tried it once during a camping trip, my raft got overturned twice (most probably due to the inexperienced crew, including yours truly), but it was such a thrill and so much fun.

The trek to the top is not particularly high, just 1,276m high. I do recommend at least an overnight trip. This makes Gunung Ledang a favorite for backpackers, weekend trips, student camping trips or even a casual picnic. Make ready a good pair of trekking shoes and some supplies, and you can start. The early part of the climb is quite a breeze and the forests make a beautiful backdrop to observe. After reaching the halfway point of your climb, things can get tricky. Watch your step and don’t stray too far away from the track. The forest is denser at the middle part, so you don’t want to get off course. Also, if you decide to camp, make sure it’s some distance from the streams because you don’t want your camp to get washed out if it rains.