OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

ACTIVITIES The rainy season has brought much chaos and misery to most parts of the country but it has been a delight to hardcore anglers who were fishing for the Sebarau.

REVIEWS For those who thirst for lush greenery and nature, Farrah Soraya Aina’s Land is the answer.

ACTIVITIES With 22 rapids ranging from Grade II to IV, Sg Kampar in Perak is the popular choice for most whitewater enthusiasts.

ACTIVITIES When it comes to self-guided treks, we have to hand it to the Sarawak Forestry folks. They manage 20 national parks, including such natural gems as Bako National Park near Kuching.

ACTIVITIES Most fat tyre buffs give a resounding aye to Bukit Kiara, which straddles Taman Tun Dr Ismail and Sri Hartamas in Kuala Lumpur. Said to offer “the best technical riding in town” Kiara has a great combo of singletracks, switchbacks, climbs and drops.

ACTIVITIES If mountains were women, Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu would be the undisputed grande dame of Malaysia’s peaks. No matter how many times you have scaled Kinabalu, you will still be awed by the majesty of its granite massif.

ACTIVITIES Where in the Klang Valley can you clamber up a peak at sunrise, enjoy jaw-dropping views of mist-wreathed, forest-cloaked reservoirs and still make it home in time for brunch? Bukit Tabur, that’s where.

ACTIVITIES The six-day Trans Titiwangsa trek ranks high in the tick-off list of must-try adventures in Peninsular Malaysia.

DISCOVER MALAYSIA The hidden realm of Ulu Muda astounds a group of nature-lovers.