Lake Bera is one of Malaysia only few Ramsar site
The largest of all natural freshwater lake in Malaysia, Lake Bera is also one of the Malaysia’s few areas declared (1994) as a Ramsar site (Wetlands of International Importance). Covering an area of roughly 35km and 20km, the lake is home to diverse animal and plant life with a unique landscape that is unlike any other.
Join Keong as we explore this beautiful lake and mingle with the indigenous Semelais who have made the lake and its surrounding areas home for over 600 years. Experience living in traditional jungle hut, explore the lake on boat rides and witness the ‘burning tree’ that has been in practice for generations. Semelais, known for their soft spoken yet humorous manners are also great cooks, serving some of the best ‘lake’ food with traditional recipes. Other activities include basket weaving, herb garden walk, traditional musical instruments, fire pistons & other crafts demo, jungle crafts and village tours.
Location: Lake Bera, Pahang
Duration: 3 days 2 nights
Suitable for: Adults & children
Minimum Group Size: 4 pax
Maximum Group Size: 15 pax
Difficulty Level: 4 out of 10 (10 being most difficult)
Trip highlights: Lake tour, herb garden walk, local crafts & food, village tour.
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- Traditional music instrument
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- Cook your food the Semelai way
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- Cruise down an enchanting river along the lake
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- Fire Piston crafts by the locals
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- Try your hand at fishing (this activity is optional)
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- See the burning tree that is most valued by the Semelais
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- Make your way through tall Pandanus on boats
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- The traditional dugout canoes at Lake Bera
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- Lake Bera is one of Malaysia only few Ramsar site
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1
Travel from Kuala Lumpur at 10am to Lake Bera
Arrive Lake Bera (4 hours drive)
Check in & rest
Dinner cooking (local style)
Day 2
Lake tour
Herb garden walk
Local crafts
Day3
Village walk
Depart for KL
Cost: Write to us here for more information
Cost includes: Transfer to and from location, Guide fees, meals at site. Accommodation is jungle hut style.
To find out more about this trip to experience life with the Semelais of Lake Bera, write to Keong using our Contact Us page.