Jungle trekking is generally a very thrilling and adventurous experience. Exploring the lush green forest and with the mystery that surrounds the jungles. The rainforest in Sabah are some of the oldest in the world. Exotic flora and fauna abound. Wild orchids of every imaginable hue. Pitcher plants that gulp down insects and flies. And of course, there’s the rafflesia, the largest flower in the world.
To jungle trek here in Sabah, there will be guides to accompany you as most trekking activity is based around national parks and forest reserves, which include, mangrove, mountain and rain forests. There are plenty of experienced and well trained guides that could take you through challenging trails and they could also answer your questions regarding our jungle!
Nature adventure aficionados will definitely be enticed by the allure of Sabah’s richly blessed lush virgin jungles. In this nature delight, one can expect nothing less than to have one’s breath taken away.
To experience a different side of Phuket, try a trek through the island’s interior. Khao Phra Thaew National Park is Phuket’s last remaining virgin rainforest and is home to protected species of wild animals. The national park has several forest trails for hiking and guides can be hired from the reserve office near Ton Sai waterfall. There are also tour companies that take small groups on excursions through jungle paths, which also include hotel transfers, English-speaking jungle guides, and drinks. Khao Sok For serious trekkers and nature lovers, on the peninsula north of Phuket is Khao Sok National Park. The park covers an area of about 650 sq kms (though if combined with neighbouring wildlife sanctuaries the total protected area is 4,400 sq kms). Khao Sok straddles the mountain ridge that separates the east and west coasts of Thailand’s peninsula, and is a virgin tropical forest peppered with striking limestone formations towering up to 1000 metros.
