About Gua Tempurung
Gua Tempurung is a limestone cave system located in Gopeng, Kampar District, Perak, Malaysia. Stretching over 3.5 kilometres, it is one of the longest cave systems in Peninsular Malaysia. The cave features five large domes with stalactites, stalagmites, underground river passages and flowstones. Known for its dry and wet guided tours, it offers both walkway exploration and river wading experiences within a forested karst landscape.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large limestone cave complex set in a forested karst area near Gopeng. The cave contains five interconnected domes linked by walkways and river passages, with stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones, and an underground river. Guided tours are required. Dry tours use illuminated walkways and platforms, while wet tours involve wading and crawling through river passages. The site includes a visitor area with parking and basic amenities at the cave entrance.
Key highlights
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One of the longest cave systems in Peninsular Malaysia at over 3.5 km
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Five large domes with stalactites, stalagmites and flowstone formations
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Underground river passage (Sungai Tempurung) running through the cave
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Guided dry and wet caving tours for different fitness levels
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Limestone karst landscape surrounded by forest near Gopeng
History of Gua Tempurung
Gua Tempurung is a limestone formation estimated to be around 400 million years old. The cave system was historically used as a shelter and is associated with tin-mining activity in the Kinta Valley area. It has been developed as a show cave and adventure tourism site with walkways and guided tour infrastructure.
Culture & Context
The name Tempurung means coconut shell in Malay, referring to the dome-like shape of the cave chambers. The cave is a well-known natural landmark in Perak and an important eco-tourism and adventure destination for the Gopeng area.
Route
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