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Located approximately 55 km from Kuala Terengganu Tasik Kenyir provides a tranquil and serene environment alternating with a water sports paradise. Fresh water sport fishing is unparalleled here while other activities include golf, trekking, rafting, kayaking and a whole host of others! Tasik Kenyir also serves as the alternate entrance to Taman Negara (National Park), one of the wonders of the world, which can be reached by a 2-hour boat ride from Pengkalan Gawi.
History
Kenyir Lake is reputed to be one of the largest and most fascinating man-made lakes in the world. Covering an area of 260,000 sq. ha, it is Malaysia's largest rock-filled hydroelectric dam. When the area was submerged by water, most of the hills peaked out above the water level, creating a wonderful assortment of 340 islands with waterfalls, rivers and rapids. Here and there you also see the remains of the tops of tall trees peaking out reminding us of the forest that once shrouded the area. The lake is surrounded by a lush tropical jungle, a popular retreat for nature lovers, anglers, photo enthusiasts and fun seekers. Ketengah (Lembaga Kemajuan Terengganu Tengah) is the Tasik Kenyir Development and Tourism Division.
Getting There & About
If driving from Kuala Lumpur, take the Karak highway to Jerangau-Jabor road to reach Ajil and onwards to Kenyir. Alternatively, take the Karak Highway to Kuantan and along the coastal road through Kemaman, Dungun, Kuala Terengganu and subsequently to Tasik Kenyir.
Express buses also provide daily services from Hentian Putra Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. A direct bus service, the Tasik Kenyir Express, departs daily at 8.00pm from Hentian Putra in Kuala Lumpur to Tasik Kenyir via Al Muktafi Billah Shah Town and Kuala Berang.
Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia operate regular flights to Kuala Terengganu. A taxi ride direct from the Sultan Mahmud Airport to Tasik Kenyir takes approximately 45 minutes.
Water transportation is the most important mode of travel in Tasik Kenyir. Currently, there are about 70 boat operators who provide services within the lake. All the boats are located at Pengkalan Gawi. Gawi Jetty is the main gateway to the Kenyir Lake besides Pengkalan Utama.
Comfortable accommodation is available in Kenyir, ranging from luxurious five star accommodation to land chalets, floating inns or even houseboat, while camping sites are provided at Pengakalan Gawi and Sg. Lawit.
