Minimum No of Persons

2 Days 1 Night (RM)

2 - 8 persons

RM 690.00 nett per person

Trip Overview:

Ulu Kinta’s geographical spot has been its most intriguing feature. Located inland at the foot of the Titiwangsa Mountain Range, it has been an age-old spot where Temiar aborigines, also called the Orang Asli, from hilly interior exchange and bartered with traders from coastal towns. The Temiars still collect and trade off jungle produce like rattans, resins, honey, petai (an edible bean pod that grows on lofty trees), bamboo and medicinal plants for coastal items like salt, fish, poultry and other domestic essential not available from the rainforest

The region Ulu Kinta is so pristine and lush, it is safeguarded as Perak state’s most treasured water catchment area.

The indigenious Temiar tribe are famous for their dream therapy. Anthropologists call this “religion of psychotherapy”. First brought to the attention of the western world by adventurer-anthropologist-psychologist Kilton Stewart in 1960s, Temiar individual believes that dreams are a mythical experience in which the person’s soul wanders about the forest in search of guidance. In other words, they communicate with their spirit guides through dreams

To help edge nature-lovers closer to this unsung region, we have chosen Ulu Kinta’s most strategic village Kampung Chadak as base. Flanking the banks of upper Kinta and Senoi Oi rivers, the village is home to 30 odd Temiar families who still practices traditions and taboos passed down from their forefathers. Temiars have deep respect for wildlife and only hunt for sustenance. Kampung Chadak is also the starting point for one of Malaysia’s most gruesome mountain trail, the Trans-Titiwangsa Range. For hundreds of years, people from this village were much sought after as guides by adventurers wanting to scale nearby Mount Korbu (2,183 metres), the highest peak on main range Titiwangsa. Needless to say, the Temiars are brave, hardy and jungle savvy.

Apart from wowing one with authentic jungle living experience, this homestay package is also designed for those who want to learn and take home some jungle survival skills. Take heart, it’s not all rough and tough. We’ll be gentle on you. There is ample time to explore the village or simply read a book by the cool riverside.

Itinerary (ex-Ipoh) :

DAY 1 – Blending In

12.00 noon

Pick up in Ipoh and enjoy an authentic Malay welcome lunch

1:00 pm

4×4 transfer to Ulu Kinta Aboriginal Forest Reserve

3:00 pm

Learn how to make and weave baskets and mat from native womenfolk

5:00 pm

Free & easy, swim and bath in the river

7:00 pm

Dinner of Orang Asli jungle food

DAY 2 – Live like the Aborigines

8.00 am

Breakfast

9.00 am

Trek, explore and learn about rainforest ecology and useful medicinal, edible or special plants from aborigine jungle experts.

1.00 pm

Under Temiar guide’s tutelage, cook your own jungle lunch

2.00 pm

After lunch, learn how to use the blowpipe

3.00 pm

Learn to make and rig traps on trees and forest floor

4.00 pm

Back trek to Kampung Chadak

5:00 pm

4×4 transfer back to Ipoh

This is an easy going itinerary that leaves travellers with a lot of time for photography, relaxing and connecting with nature.

Destination Perak ~ Ipoh ~ Kampung Chadak ~ native homestay Minimum no. of Persons 2 persons, maximum no of 8 persons Tour Commences from Ipoh town Room Type basic bamboo/straw huts Room Description You should know that Kampung Chadak is not a resort and has no touristy amenities. This is an aboriginal village at its purest. However, one can expect basic necessity such can hygenic food/water, toilet and clean sleeping place will be provided. Friendly companionship from locals makes your stay memorable Facility & Activity Basic facilities Things to Bring Checklist Attire ~ Light cotton long sleeve and short sleeve tshirts , shorts and long pants (Whites, greys, browns and earthy coloured clothing to blend into the jungle), swimwear, underwear, long socks, raincoat or poncho, one pair of sandals or flip flops (the cheapest you can buy) for easy walking ; one pair of shoes with good grip(trainers for jogging, tennis, sporty types) for jungle treks . Do not wear tevas or open sandals for trekking. This will expose you to leech attacks especially on ground level Creature Comforts ~ towel, toilet paper, soap / facial wash, shampoo, toothbrush / toothpaste, comb, reading materia, mosquito netting if you have one Bag Packing ~ waterproof bag or separate your belongings and bundle them in a few small plastic bags before stuffing all in the master bag; keep important documents, passports, cash, wallets and electronic gadgets in zip-lock bags; garbage bag for waterproofing; a plastic bag for soiled clothes Essentials to get you through ~ personal medication, mosquito repellent, sunblock lotion, heat rub for muscles ache , flashlights , ear plugs or cotton balls (for those who can sleep with the TV blasting and not when its sound of nature that punctuates the night's silence), water bottle, minimum 2 liters capacity Nice to haves ~ camera and batteries , video cameras, bird book, binoculars Survival Kit ~ compass, anti-histamine ointment or pills, rubber bands, sewing kit, plaster, gauze, cotton wool, 1. Carry at least 3 ways to start a fire – Vaseline soaked cotton balls, magnifying glass and cigarette lighter. 2. A small bottle of iodine to disinfect water. Use 1 small drop for every litre. 3. A few zip lock bags for holding water. 4. Dental floss (100m). It’s a light and tough string with many uses. 5. Mini flashlight. 6. Heavy duty garbage bag. It makes great raincoat and waterproof shelter. You can also use it to collect rainwater. 7. All purpose knife made of carbon-steel that can throw sparks when struck on granite. 8. A bottle of antibiotic ointment. 9. Some energy bars. 10. A whistle to draw attention