About Lake is the Second Largest Natural Freshwater Lake in Malaysia
Although not one of the most popular sites for tourists visiting the country, the lake is an attractive option for tourists, nature lovers and travelers who want to go off-the-beaten-path way. The lake is about 85 km from Kuantan town and according to historians, was the site of an ancient Khmer city. Lake Chini is composed of 13 related water bodies. And "it is surrounded by dense forests and its shores are home to a few Indian tribes who believe that the lake mystical and is home to a guardian monster called Naga you Gumum. Largest population of Jakun tribe lives in the Lake District. These people still to obtain most of their traditional way, but also embraced tourism, demonstrating their technical skills for the visitors.
When it comes to resources, the Lake Chini is very blessed
It has hundreds of plants, vertebrates and non-aquatic species of freshwater fish. The place also attracts birdwatchers who usually during the months of October to March to visit in time for the migration of birds of North Asia. To learn more about the biological environment of the lakes area, stop by the Center for Research and Field Station of the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, which was established to monitor and preserve the lake and its surroundings.
Lush jungle around the dam are one of the main reasons to visit Lake Chini. The country is one of the least disturbed juicy in Malaysia. Go for a hike in the jungle here, and you will soon discover hidden caves and waterfalls. If you're lucky, you might even encounter endangered animals such as wild boars. You can easily local guides who will take you to the main attractions like waterfalls and mountain Metagan Chini. Mountaineering Chini takes a day and when you get to the top, you have to spend the night and come back down the next day so plan accordingly.
Kampong Belimbing Pier / Kuala Chini Lake Chini Resort and there are boat services to take guests to 12 interconnected waters Chini. This boat trip includes a visit to the plant Orang Asli hosted in Puput Village. Here you can download the tribal artisans give demonstrations experiencing blowguns. They also sell accessories such as necklaces and combs made of bamboo, which make perfect gifts and souvenirs.
Another popular activity in the region is fishing. You can canoe or motorboat rent and a boatman local guide for the best place to fish. From the fish here are still popular, the peculiar Baung or cat fish and Toman, a large "snakehead" fish. The best time for fishing at Lake Chini is from November to January.
Accommodation options are limited in the variety in Lake Chini. Perhaps the modern facility is the Lake Chini Resort offers rooms overlooking the beautiful lake. A rustic is the Rajan Jones Guest House, which is located in Kampung Gumum and manages its own jungle and lake excursions. Adventurous travelers can opt for a family in villages like Kampung Baru Salong. There is also camping in the vicinity of the lake, if you do not mind, outside.