Lake Kenyir is one of the country’s best eco-tourism destinations. Tourism Malaysia
An artificial lake where people can go kayaking and fishing, as well as do some caving and birdwatching in the surrounding area. Sounds like a great place for a holiday, right?
Well, you can find all these at Lake Kenyir, Terengganu, the biggest man-made lake in South-East Asia that measures 209,000ha.
Lake Kenyir is surrounded by lush tropical rainforests, and a haven for freshwater fish and other water creatures. It is famous among eco-tourists and naturalists and visited all-year-long for many reasons.
There are houseboats available for rent at the lake. Visitors usually stay here for an average of two nights to properly experience the place. Night time at the lake is exceptionally wonderful as that’s when the forest comes alive with the various calls of wildlife.