Kenyir Lake

Lake Kenyir is an artificial lake located at the state of Terengganu. It was created for damming the Kenyir River to power the Sultan Mahmud Power Station in 1985. It is believed to be the largest man-made lake in South East Asia, and some think is the largest in the world.

The lake covers a good 260 km2 and has more than 300 small islands, more than 14 waterfalls and many rivers. The water level is the highest in March, hence that will be the best time to visit.

With a catchment area of 38,000 hectare, no wonder it's a fishing heaven, with more than 300 species of fresh water fish including Kelisa (Green Arowana), Toman (Snakehead) and Kawan (Friendly barb).

There are many people spending their weekend at the quiet lake of Kenyir, fishing and enjoying the serenity. The best time for fishing is n August where the water level is the lowest. Besides fishing, some cave enthusiastic also popped by to explore the caves around, namely Bewah Cave and Taat Cave.

Although Lake Kenyir is an artificial lake, but with its rich marine life and lush flora and fauna around, it has been developed for eco-tourism. Many activities can be carried out here including jungle tracking, canoeing, kayaking and water rafting. There are many resorts around its shore, overlooking the wide calm lake.

Getting There

There are 2 jetties at Kenyir Lake, Pangkalan Gawi being the main jetty and Jenagor jetty which is used mostly for houseboat. Pangkalan Gawi jetty is about 80 km away from Kuala Terengganu.

By Air

Take MAS or Air Asia to Kuala Terengganu Airport. From there, either catches a taxi straight to Pangkalan Gawi or to the central bus station.

By Car

From KL, take Karah Highway to Jerangau Jabor Highway, heading to Ajil to reach Kuala Berang town and move on to Lake Kenyir.

By Bus

Many coaches available to bring you to Kuala Terengganu. However, you need to either catches a taxi straight to Pangkalan Gawi from the central bus station.

Attractions in Terengganu