Sungai Pandan Waterfall

Sungai Pandan · Kuantan · Pahang · Malaysia

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About Sungai Pandan Waterfall

Sungai Pandan Waterfall is a popular recreational waterfall located in Sungai Pandan near Panching, about 25 kilometres west of Kuantan city in Pahang, Malaysia. Set within a lowland forest reserve, it features a wide cascade flowing over rocky tiers into shallow pools suitable for wading and swimming. Managed as a public picnic and bathing area, it is known for its accessible forest setting, family-friendly pools, and surrounding picnic facilities.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a wide, tiered cascade flowing over broad rock slabs into shallow wading pools and deeper bathing areas surrounded by lowland forest. The site is developed as a recreational park with concrete paths, shelters, picnic tables and changing facilities. Visitors can wade, swim in designated pools, picnic under shelters, photograph the cascade, and take short forest walks. The area is family-oriented and can be crowded on weekends and public holidays.

Key highlights

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Wide cascade waterfall flowing over tiered rock slabs into natural pools
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Shallow wading pools suitable for families and children
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Forest setting within Sungai Pandan Recreational Forest
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Developed picnic area with shelters and tables
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Easy access from Kuantan city, about 30-40 minutes by road

Route

By public transport
By air	Fly to Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) in Kuantan, then continue by road for about 30 km to the waterfall
By road	Approximately 25 km west of Kuantan city centre via Jalan Gambang-Kuantan (Federal Route 2) and Jalan Sungai Pandan; accessible by car or taxi in about 30-40 minutes

Keep exploring nearby

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Gua Charas

Gua Charas is a limestone cave temple complex at Bukit Charas in Panching, about 25 kilometres northwest of Kuantan, Pahang. Set within a massive karst hill, the cave houses a large reclining Buddha statue and a Hindu shrine, reflecting its dual Buddhist-Hindu use. Visitors climb a long staircase to reach the cavern, which features stalactites, natural chambers and views over surrounding palm plantations and forest. It is noted for its religious significance and natural geology.

Kuantan, PahangCave

Nearest airport	Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA), Kuantan

Nearest railway station	Mentakab Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Weekends, school holidays and public holidays are very crowded; arrive early Water levels and currents can rise quickly after heavy rain Bring water shoes, change of clothes and waterproof bag for belongings Food stalls may have limited operating hours on weekdays
02Rules & restrictions	No littering; dispose of rubbish in provided bins No barbecuing outside designated areas Pets may not be allowed in bathing areas
03Safety information	Rocks around the cascade and pools are slippery when wet Avoid swimming during or immediately after heavy rain due to strong currents and rising water Supervise children at all times near water Follow on-site signage and lifeguard or staff instructions

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Camping Area
Changing Rooms
Food Stalls
Parking
Picnic Tables and Shelters
Surau (Prayer Room)
Toilets