Take The Path Less Ordinary

“On taking it (the butterfly) out of my net and opening the glorious wings, my heart began to beat violently, the blood rushed to my head, and I felt more like fainting, than I have done in apprehension of immediate death. I had a headache the rest of the day, so great was the excitement [...]

Overview
Experience authentic Malaysian frontier life like no other.
Astounding natural beauty, geological features and welcoming locals, there is endless scope for off-the beaten-path-style activities. Just the kind of place to enjoy a light sprinkling of adventure, a whole lot of nature and timeless countryside neighborhood. And who knows, if you’re game, learn how to jabber in [...]

Before we ramble on, there’re some things you should know.
If you are new to hiking around Malaysian countryside and highland, and we don’t mean national parks where trails are proper and well marked, do it with some “what if” preparation before you start. You should know that Jim Thompson’s disappearance in March 1967 slingshot [...]

If you only have time for one trail, this is your best bet. Just aim for Tringkap (sort of).

Whether you are staying in Tanah Rata or Brinchang town, use public bus Regal Bus Co. or taxi and head north towards Tringkap. Regal’s buses ply the trunk road at 2 hrs intervals with the first bus [...]

Latest Update – 13th Jan 2009
“MAPS encourage boldness. They’re like cryptic love letters. They make anything seem possible” - Mark Jenkins, in To Timbuktu
We know beginners to Malaysia usually pop aspirins before attempting to decipher maps provided by the internet or guidebooks. Don’t blame them. These maps are usually linked with too many names and [...]