MAG SPORT REC

Hidden & SINCE 2019

MAY—JUNE 2019

VOLUME 01

WHERE TO INDOOR
WATER RAFTING ? GAMES CAN
MAKES YOU
HIKERS SWEAT TOO!
SPECIAL
CALVIN
Discover Malaysia’s TALK:
top hiking mountain! CAVING!

PUBLISHER| HTT538 HM241 3A CONTENT
EDITOR | Alia Syakirrah
ASST. EDITOR | Nur Ain Najihah 01 |
PRODUCTION | Nurfarhana Editor’s Foreword
ADVERTISING | Mahfuzah
DIGITAL MEDIA | Kalvin 02 |
ADMINISTRATOR| Luqman Nur The Hidden Secret in National

Irfan Park
TECHINICAL | Muhamad Nazwan 03 |
Calvin Talk: Caving!
04 |
Active Recreation: Indoor Games
05 |
Water Rafting: Do You Know?
06 |
Top 4 Mountain for Hikers

EDITOR’S FOREWORD name of the magazine, Sports & Sports & Rec team hopes that

‘Beginning’. Rec. this issue inspire you to be one with

nature as well as enjoy quality time
T As for the first issue, the even in-the-door games and dis-
o begin is often the most theme was chosen from various cover more unique places around
difficult step, be it in writ- recreation activities, combined both Malaysia.
indoor and outdoor. In this issue
ing or in starting a new project. you will find variety of recreational
We wish you enjoy the very
Welcome to the first issue of Vol- activities that located around Ma- first issue of Sports & Rec! Share,
ume 1. After almost a year, Health laysia. As the objective of Sports & comment, discuss, tell us what you
and Wellness team was finding Rec is to attract the readers from think, offer suggestions and contrib-
what and where to begin for new Malaysia to love sports and involve ute to us in time to come! We’re
magazine, finally we come out with physically, we also hope that Sports only just beginning, so come along
a brilliant idea after we went out & Rec also will find its way to the for the ride.
together for outdoor activities on heart of the outsiders.
the weekend. Thus, explained the
Alia Syakirrah, Editor

THE HIDDEN SECRET IN NATIONAL PARK
By: Muhamad Nazwan ([email protected])
Do you know that in the The activities here are jungle trekking, will bring you through various water-
Malaysia National Park, caving, river rides and visiting Orang fall, like Mahkota Fall which is the
tiger is a symbolic animal Asli settlement. Also, activities that most popular waterfall that is 50m-tall.
to it? But, in National can be Then, along the way you will find

Park in Malaysia it is not about the done Gadang Cave. There are also many

wildlife in the zoo but it is about the at the plants and animals in the wilderness

uniqueness of the place and the pow- park is of the park such as beautiful rare spe-

er of attraction that community can canopy cies, pan palm (livistonia endauensis)

gain knowledge and experience at walk. and mammals on the land like bear
cat, wild boar and bird species like
each of the national park. Ride a boat to the Park. (The Star) The

hidden secret uniqueness of this park hornbills.
There are several national park in Ma- is visitor can experience the nature by
laysia that have become our national using boat along the way in Taman
pride, but in this article, the writer has Negara for about 2-3 hours per way. It
decided to share few of it only such as is a lifetime experience that will be
National Park, Endau-Rompin Nation- remember
entire life.
al Park, and Bako National Parks in (journeyMalaysia, 2018).
Sarawak.

NATIONAL PARK ENDAU ROMPIN NATIONAL PARK BAKO NATIONAL PARK

This park protects tropical rain- Bako National Park was es-
It is the first and largest parks in forest in southernmost prolongation of tablished in 1957 and that makes it
Malaysia. It is known as the oldest the Tenasserim Hills. It is in the south become the oldest national park in
tropical rainforest in the world. It has state of Pahang and northeast of Jo- Sarawak. From Bako village, it
evolved over a span of a hundred mil- hor, covering an area of 870 km, mak- takes about 30 minutes of a boat
lion years and its rich flora and fauna ing it the second largest national park ride to reach there. There are many
is truly feast in every sense. The Park in Peninsular Malaysia. The activities jungle track and trails to explore and
covers an area of 4343 square kilo- here is almost same as Pahang Na- discover Borneo’s species and veg-
metres in the states of Pahang, Ter- tional Park like jungle trekking, howev- etation of ecosystem. It is a home to
engganu, and Kelantan in Malaysia. er there are the hidden secret here. It various species including long tailed

macaques, silvered

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THE HIDDEN SECRET IN NATIONAL PARK

By: Muhamad Nazwan ([email protected])

PAHANG NATIONAL PARK

ENDAU ROMPIN NATIONAL PARK

BAKO NATIONAL PARK

ALVIN TALK: AVING By: Kalvin |
[email protected]

Gua Kelam, Perlis Located at Kaki Bukit, Perlis. Travel around 33KM by car from the north of Kangar.
Entrance fee is RM1 per person. It is a 370m long limestone cave where it is famous
for its 'cave walk'. You will enter from one end of the cave and come out at a differ-
ent location. The only path in is via a wooden suspension bridge measuring 8feet
wide. The hollow limestone path is believed to be the idea of an Englishman that
converted this cave as a method of transporting tin from a mine near the stream
entrance of Kaki Bukit (Ismail, 2019). (Sources photo: ttnotes)

Located at Kampung Kalai, East-West Highway, Kelantan. Gua Payong is approximately Gua Payong, Kelantan
15 minutes from Kampung Kalai by car. There is no entrance fee. The cave is situat-
ed inside Gunung Reng, a limestone hill. The cave also has the unique structure of
stalactites and stalagmites. The fact is, certain rock formations, granite or limestone
mountain are the same as found in Gua Niah. Also, expect to encounter bats and
different species of insects (Lim, 2016). (Sources photo: Alterra)

Gua Gomantang, Sabah Located at the outskirts of Lower Kinabatangan, which can be ac-
cessed by car. The entrance fee is RM5 per person. There are two
cave complexes which is Simud Hitam (Black Cave) soaring up to 90m
high and the more accessible of the two, and Simud Putih (White
Cave), where the more valuable nests are found. On the outside, other
birds such as serpent eagles, bat hawks and kingfishers can be seen.
You might even spot an orangutan or two (Murphy, 2012). (Source
photo: MySabah.com)

Located at Gunung Mulu National Park, Gua Nasib Bagus, Sarawak
Sarawak. Gunung Mulu National Park is only accessible
by flight. Entrance fee is RM10 per person. This cave Image via Phillipe-Crochet
contains the worlds largest natural underground
chamber. Lubang Nasib Bagus (Sarawak Chamber) is
more than 600m long, 400m wide and 100m high. A
cave stream is likewise inviting and perfect for a quick
splash to rejuvenate the senses (Lim, 2016).

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WATER RAFTING : DO YOU KNOW?

By: Nur Ain Najihah ([email protected]) | Luqman Nur Irfan ([email protected])

D sons upon booking.
o you know that white water rafting is one of
the most exciting and challenging outdoor
activities to do? It is really great to enjoy with friends or SINGGOH RIVER IN GERIK, PERAK

for team building. Water rafting or white-water rafting is a Third, Singoh River in Gerik, Perak is one of the

sport and activity which sees a team work in unity to nav- largest man-made lake placed at Tasik Temengor. This
igate a river or artificial white-water course. At the end of river is interesting with many small clear streams flowing
the day, this white-water rafting adventure always leaves into the main river. Unlike
its participants wanting for more of this exciting activity to Selangor River and Slim
fill often.
River, the prices are differ-

Most people often asked, “which river trip is best for wa- ent because Singoh River

ter rafting?”. Essentially, Malaysia is one of the most fa- offers a higher price with a

mous country that promote water rafting for those who more quantity of persons

are keen to experience this kind of activity. Typically, Ma- that will join the rafting ac-

laysia has 3 most popular sites for water rafting which is tivities with more days spent. RM1,700 and RM1,200 are

ranged from easy rapids to eye-popping white water. the prices offered with an optional amount of RM30 for

Here are some of the rivers recommended to go to. insurance coverage.

SELANGOR RIVER IN KUALA KUBU BAHRU RAFTING

Firstly, Selangor River in Kuala Kubu Bahru offers Next, raft is in its simplest form a large inflatable

a beautiful river forest with cool and clear water. This trip boat. They come in a variety of sizes from 4 men to 18

usually includes rafting equipment, experienced river men depending on the river being rafted. All modern rafts

guides, first aid kit, on- are made to be self-bailing meaning they never need

river snacks and buffet bailing with a bucket when the water floods in and the

lunch. Other details about water is almost guaranteed to flood in. Rafts are also

this water rafting activity caused to be extra durable allowing them to tackle every-

at this venue is the limita- thing the river throws at them.

tion of age is minimum 16 Guider’s job is to instruct their crew covering a

years old and maximum is 60 of age. The prices offered whole range of safety drills for in the boat and in the river,
are distinguished from different packages provided. including things like white water swimming, various pad-
RM200, RM350 and RM380 are some of the prices of- dling strokes, and commands. The guide is responsible
fered but without transfer and insurance.
for reading the river up ahead and determining the best

SLIM RIVER route through the rapids, their experience is crucial to a

fun, exciting yet safe water rafting experience.
Second, white water rafting activities at Slim Riv-

er in the region of Ulu Slim, Perak is voted as the second For the equipment’s water rafting for the client

most popular water rafting site after Selangor River. The includes buoyancy aids, wetsuits, helmets, and a paddle.

river is rocky with numerous narrow channels which pro- For the guide, it includes the raft, throw rope, communi-

vide an adventurous journey for those rafters. The prices cation device, whistle, river knife, white water buoyancy

for each package offered is as low as RM200 per person aid, first aid kit and a large guide paddle for extra lever-

for a-day trip with a minimum amount of at least 10 per- age.

WATER RAFTING : DO YOU KNOW?

By: Nur Ain Najihah ([email protected]) | Luqman Nur Irfan ([email protected])

TOP HIKING PLACES IN

MALAYSIA By: Alia Syakirrah |
[email protected]

O MOUNT KINABALU you take, the trip can last any-

Let’s start with the first moun- where between 4 to 8 days
tain. Standing at 4095 meters with the Merapoh trail being
ne of the greatest (13,435 feet), Mount Kinabalu the shortest. The mountain is
ways to enjoy the outdoors is is the highest mountain in Ma- located within Taman Negara
hiking. Trails can take you laysia. Mount Kinabalu’s horn- so there is a fair amount of
through beautiful areas and shaped peak rises majestically time spent trekking through the
can showcase the most spec- above the surrounding rainfor- jungle before the actual climb
tacular views. Small streams, est of Mount Kinabalu National begins. (Lim, 2019)
waterfalls and wildlife are also Park, a UNESCO World Herit- MOUNT KORBU
common. The scents and
sounds of nature are all age Site in Sabah, Borneo. It is The third mountain to hike is
around. Hiking provides time an enormously popular moun- Mount Korbu. Situated in Hulu
for reflection and can be very tain among hikers. The dis- Kinta, Perak, Mount Korbu is
relaxing. Walking is good exer- tance travelled is around 8.7km about 25 km from Ipoh and
cise and is a good way for fam- each way. The climb takes a considered the highest peak of
ilies to spend quality time. minimum of 2 Days and 1 the Titiwangsa Mountains.
Learning and sharing along the Night. Mount Korbu is also the sec-

way makes for a very enjoya- MOUNT TAHAN ond highest mountain in Penin-

ble outing. The second mountain is Mount sular Malaysia. It is 2,183 me-

Hikes can range from very Tahan. Climbing Mount Tahan ters after Mount Tahan that
short trails to extremely long or “Endurance Mountain” is stands at 2,187 meters in the
adventures over mountains very challenging. Just like its state of Pahang. The average
and through the backcountry. name, this mountain will chal- completion time of Mount Kor-
There are various hiking trails lenge your endurance to new- bu for an average hiker re-
across Malaysia available to found levels. At 2,187 meters quires four days and three
explore. The following will pro- above sea level, it is the high- nights for a return trip, but the
vide top three mountain in Ma- est peak in Peninsula Malaysia period is being reduced in re-
laysia that are favourable by and many hikers who have cent years and some have
Malaysian and tourists. beat the climb often say Kina- even made it within 24 hours.
balu is a walk in the park in (Ulagam, 2018)

comparison. Depending on

which of the three main trails

TOP HIKING PLACES IN

MALAYSIA By: Alia Syakirrah |
[email protected]

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