Malaysia's tropical forests are full of wild rivers and thus a prime halt of global travelers for whitewater rafting. White water rafting is regarded as a unique popular recreational facility and traveler’s activity of Malaysia since 1980s. Malaysia is rich with numerous white rivers which can only be explored on day trips, or as part of a longer group trek. To add thrill and excitement for raft passengers ,whitewater rafting is done in different degrees of difficulty.
Prime Whitewater Rafting Destinations in Malaysia :
Sungai Selangor : Sungai Selangor, the most popular rafting destinations in Malaysia located just 90 minutes from Kuala Lumpur.
Jeram Besu : : Jeram Besu on the Lipis River (Sungai Lipis) is the major traveler’s fascination as the most challenging white water rafting areas of Malaysia.
Sungai Telom : The River Sungai Telom, meant for adventurous activities, water rafting is prominent among them.
Sungai Anak Jelai : It's an ideal place for family rafting offers fast clear water to the rafters.
Sungai Tembeling : Placed at the Taman Negara, Sungai Tembeling rafting spot is also combined with a short trek within the forest.
Sungai Nenggiri : Longing for an exciting white water rafting in spectacular remote scenery Sungai Nenggiri in Ulu Kelantan is the best option.
Sungai Sedim : Sungai Sedim is a renowned rafting spot for white water rafters located in northern Malaysia.
Sungai Padas : Sungai Padas, another popular rafting destination of Malaysia.
Sungai Kiulu : This Sungai Kiulu River is known for its milder alternative to Padas with tender rapids fleeting jade jungle forests, orchards and villages. In dry season the water level of the Sungai Kiulu becomes too low for rafting.