About Kenyir Lake (Tasik Kenyir)
Kenyir Lake (Tasik Kenyir) is Southeast Asia's largest man-made lake, located in Hulu Terengganu District, Terengganu, Malaysia. Created by the Kenyir Dam on the Kenyir River and completed in 1985, it covers about 260 square kilometres and contains 340 islands. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, it serves as a hydroelectric reservoir and ecotourism destination known for houseboat cruises, fishing, waterfalls and rainforest activities.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a vast freshwater reservoir surrounded by tropical rainforest with 340 forested islands. Access is via Pengkalan Gawi Jetty by boat or houseboat. The area offers lake cruises, houseboat accommodation, fishing spots, waterfalls such as Lasir and Saok, caves like Bewah Cave, jungle trekking trails, and wildlife and birdwatching. Facilities are concentrated at the jetty and resorts, while most attractions require boat transport.
Key highlights
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Southeast Asia's largest man-made lake covering approximately 260 sq km with 340 islands
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Sultan Mahmud Power Station (Kenyir Dam) - rock-fill hydroelectric dam completed in 1985
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Houseboat cruises and overnight stays on the lake
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Waterfalls including Lasir Waterfall and Saok Waterfall accessible by boat and trekking
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Bewah Cave with archaeological finds and rainforest trekking and fishing opportunities