Visit Janda Baik
Your Highland Escape from KL
Waterfalls • Glamping • River Retreats • Just 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur
Photo: Slleong / CC BY-SA 4.0
Discover Janda Baik
A nature lover's paradise in Pahang
Chemperoh Waterfall
Slleong / CC BY-SA 4.0
Janda Baik Village
Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
Benus River
Slleong / CC BY-SA 4.0
Things to Do
Nature activities and cultural experiences
Waterfall Hiking
Explore multiple waterfalls including Lata Tampit, Chamang, and Chemperoh. Various difficulty levels.
Jungle Trekking
Trek through pristine rainforest. Options range from easy Bukit Repin to challenging Gunung Nuang.
River Picnic at Pulau Santap
Relax by Sungai Benus at Pulau Santap. Free access with public toilets nearby.
Orang Asli Village Visit
Experience indigenous Orang Asli culture, traditions, and crafts. Educational and respectful cultural exchange.
Where to Stay
From riverside camping to luxury glamping
Sailor's Rest Resort
Glamping
RM 150-250/night
Tiarasa Escapes
Resort
RM 800-1500/night
Santai Riverside
Campsite
RM 50-100/night
eRYAbySURIA
Boutique Resort
RM 200-350/night
Cafes & Dining
Local favorites and hidden gems
Kopi Ladang
Local Coffee & Western
Pinto Coffee+
Specialty Coffee
The Lemuni
Cafe & Restaurant
Benefigs Farm
Farm-to-Table
Day Trip: Elephant Sanctuary
Visit the Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre, about 2-3 hours from Janda Baik. Perfect for families who want to combine a highland retreat with wildlife experience.
Plan Your Day TripGetting to Janda Baik
Only 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway. Take Exit 804 (Bentong) and follow signs to Janda Baik.
By Car
45-60 min from KL. Grab available but own transport recommended.
Best Time
Year-round. Cooler mornings, occasional afternoon rain.
Connectivity
Mobile coverage varies. Some resorts have WiFi.