Rainbow Waterfall
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Yani
4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
We started with the gorgeous misty & red sun views of Sunrise Hills.
Then the 1 hr 4WD journey to the base of waterfalls was absolute fun, with scenic views & cool, fresh air.
The hike itself was a little challenging for this unfit 40-something mother, but my teens breezed through it!
Not recommended for kids under 9 or anyone with woobly knees or loose ankles.
The waterfalls was beyond my expectations!
So high & majestic!
The water was refreshing, you don't feel tired at all after that 1 hr hike.
And when the rainbow 🌈 appeared, that was it!
A core memory definitely!
Then the 1 hr 4WD journey to the base of waterfalls was absolute fun, with scenic views & cool, fresh air.
The hike itself was a little challenging for this unfit 40-something mother, but my teens breezed through it!
Not recommended for kids under 9 or anyone with woobly knees or loose ankles.
The waterfalls was beyond my expectations!
So high & majestic!
The water was refreshing, you don't feel tired at all after that 1 hr hike.
And when the rainbow 🌈 appeared, that was it!
A core memory definitely!
Written 22 June 2023
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septimus
Shanghai, China2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Hiking from the base to this attraction require some muscles but not really difficult. The last part is a stretch where you need to do that slower senior. Not recommended for young children. Well, I do not get to see the rainbow but the waterfall still lovely.
Written 21 July 2022
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Explorer
Klang, Malaysia95 contributions
Nov 2021
Its a must try experience. the 1 hour ride at the back of a pick up truck is a good adventures experience. The climb was good. The hike is about 45min - 1 hrs, But the waterfall hiking is bit dangerous due to slippery stones. Make sure to wear a good hiking shoes. Be prepared to get wet. Those dont have a proper shoe, can rent a rubber shoe at the base for rm3.
But be prepared, the rainbow will not always be there. Its depending to the weather. We didn't get the change to see it.
But be prepared, the rainbow will not always be there. Its depending to the weather. We didn't get the change to see it.
Written 29 November 2021
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Dr Shawn Paul
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia63 contributions
Aug 2020
The highlight of my visit to Sg Lembing!
We had a hiccup with our hotel (OYO Jasa Resort) as they were supposed to book the tour and pick us up at the hotel at 5.30am.
We drove to town around 5.50am, and stopped at the food court/market in town and there were loads of 4x4 trucks and people having breakfast. We just approached a random driver and joined the tour with another group for RM60 per person.
We left at 6.45am from Sg Lembing town. Such an exciting off road bumpy ride with the 4x4. It is a safe ride so don't worry about that.
Around 20 mins into the forest, we reached the sunrise point, and 45 mins later we reached the start of the trek.
DO rent the rubber shoes from the Orang Asli (RM3) for 2 reasons
1. Amazing grip on the wet rocks
2. Keeps your running shoes clean and dry(slightly muddy and wet trek)
After a somewhat easy hike(1 hour) we reached the waterfall. (You wont get wet during the trek, so dont need to bring a change of clothes unless you want to swim in the waterfall. We even managed to keep our socks dry) There was no rainbow on the day we visited as it wasnt sunny but the waterfall was majestic indeed. Our guide was kind enough to bring hot maggi cup and also hot milo there and we had such an amazing time! (Do bring your own snacks to relax at the waterfall)
We reached Sg Lembing town at 12pm. Great tour for Rm60-70. Worth it!
We had a hiccup with our hotel (OYO Jasa Resort) as they were supposed to book the tour and pick us up at the hotel at 5.30am.
We drove to town around 5.50am, and stopped at the food court/market in town and there were loads of 4x4 trucks and people having breakfast. We just approached a random driver and joined the tour with another group for RM60 per person.
We left at 6.45am from Sg Lembing town. Such an exciting off road bumpy ride with the 4x4. It is a safe ride so don't worry about that.
Around 20 mins into the forest, we reached the sunrise point, and 45 mins later we reached the start of the trek.
DO rent the rubber shoes from the Orang Asli (RM3) for 2 reasons
1. Amazing grip on the wet rocks
2. Keeps your running shoes clean and dry(slightly muddy and wet trek)
After a somewhat easy hike(1 hour) we reached the waterfall. (You wont get wet during the trek, so dont need to bring a change of clothes unless you want to swim in the waterfall. We even managed to keep our socks dry) There was no rainbow on the day we visited as it wasnt sunny but the waterfall was majestic indeed. Our guide was kind enough to bring hot maggi cup and also hot milo there and we had such an amazing time! (Do bring your own snacks to relax at the waterfall)
We reached Sg Lembing town at 12pm. Great tour for Rm60-70. Worth it!
Written 3 August 2020
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Poul C
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia17 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
Unfortunately the place is no longer accessible for people with their own vehicle like in the past so we had to give it a miss.
There are many other nice off road places in the area so that is not really a problem
Just scared for the people that takes the local HiLux rides coz that's an accident waiting to happen
There are many other nice off road places in the area so that is not really a problem
Just scared for the people that takes the local HiLux rides coz that's an accident waiting to happen
Written 3 July 2020
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Jo-Ann
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia15,996 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
It is not an easy climb after rain. One must be careful of slippery rocks and trails. There is a bridge now to cross the river and start hiking. It is an enchanting moment if you get to see the rainbow. It was for me because it was a foggy morning and the sun only appear at 10.15AM!
Written 9 March 2020
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Alina
Singapore, Singapore9 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
My family & I visited this place on 1st Dec. We are a family of 5. Eldest is 10 & youngest is 5. All of us had a great time!
The journey started in the morning at 6am when we got picked up from the resort. Brought us out for breakfast (own cost). After breakfast, we were brought to the top of a hill to view sunrise. But that day was cloudy, no sunrise but still an awesome sight to behold. After taking photographs there, the adventure ride begins!
After about 45 mins of a rumbling ride, we reached the stop. This is the first & last proper toilet you will find during your journey to the rainbow waterfall. So do what is necessary!
The hike is abt 1km in. The 900m is normal trek. The last 100m, is like a mini obstacle course. Nature-made. So ensure your shoes are non-slip. If you want to rent non-slip shoes, you can get them from the Orang Asli who also looks after the toilet.
We soon caught sight of the majestic waterfall. It was just magical 🌈!
On that day, we saw the rainbow a number of times & the waterfall was very splashy too.
At the foot of the waterfall, the guides set up their makeshift shelter to cook hot water for our instant cup noodle & hot Milo.
My husband & my boys had a dipped in the waterfall but my daughter and I decided to stay out coz it was just too cold for us. We stayed up here for abt an hour.
We reached back our resort abt 12:30pm that day.
In all, this is a recommendable hike for a young family.
The journey started in the morning at 6am when we got picked up from the resort. Brought us out for breakfast (own cost). After breakfast, we were brought to the top of a hill to view sunrise. But that day was cloudy, no sunrise but still an awesome sight to behold. After taking photographs there, the adventure ride begins!
After about 45 mins of a rumbling ride, we reached the stop. This is the first & last proper toilet you will find during your journey to the rainbow waterfall. So do what is necessary!
The hike is abt 1km in. The 900m is normal trek. The last 100m, is like a mini obstacle course. Nature-made. So ensure your shoes are non-slip. If you want to rent non-slip shoes, you can get them from the Orang Asli who also looks after the toilet.
We soon caught sight of the majestic waterfall. It was just magical 🌈!
On that day, we saw the rainbow a number of times & the waterfall was very splashy too.
At the foot of the waterfall, the guides set up their makeshift shelter to cook hot water for our instant cup noodle & hot Milo.
My husband & my boys had a dipped in the waterfall but my daughter and I decided to stay out coz it was just too cold for us. We stayed up here for abt an hour.
We reached back our resort abt 12:30pm that day.
In all, this is a recommendable hike for a young family.
Written 12 December 2019
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Graceboo
Blue Mountains National Park, Australia27 contributions
Nov 2019
The waterfall and rainbow are so beautiful. We were so near to the rainbow but there is a price to pay. To be able to see it, you have to climb about more then 1km. The climbing can be quite dangerous as the rock are shaky when you step on it and the water is quite strong when you wag through it as you climb. Overall it is worth it.
Written 9 November 2019
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SafNazli
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia182 contributions
Sep 2019 • Friends
Probably had huge expectations considering the journey to the waterfalls was quite challenging, ie 40 minutes of driving through the forest in a 4WD then hiking up to the waterfall for about 1.2km. The hike was not too hard but still challenging for those with low stamina or difficulty in climbing. There was no sun on that day and since it was a public holiday weekend, at least 400 people hiked up. Too crowded and disappointed.
Written 16 September 2019
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Michael
9 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
RAINBOW WATERFALL 彩虹瀑布 is a very irresponsible 不负责任 & unsafe destination 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑, many had injured & even die 会伤害和死人的地方 due to the unsafe condition and lack of emergency support...
It's reported in the local news that a 31 yrs old male Malaysian die of exhaustion on 10/8/2019 after reaching the place 😭😭😭😭😭) many unwary tourists have been duped 受骗 to come here 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬..
It's reported in the local news that a 31 yrs old male Malaysian die of exhaustion on 10/8/2019 after reaching the place 😭😭😭😭😭) many unwary tourists have been duped 受骗 to come here 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬..
Written 12 August 2019
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Hi, May I know can we make the booking for the rainbow water fall before we arrived? what is the contact?
nasihaa2016
30 contributions
Planning for a December trip to Rainbow waterfall & got an information that the forestry department of pahang will issue a memos to all travel centers in the state of Pahang to be closed from November to mid-January for that reason.
Is it true?
Any successful trips done during December period before?
Nov to Jan is the monsoon period. The whole area might flood.
Hwee Cheng K
1 contribution
Sounds like a wonderful experience. Is this trip via 4WD & trekking do-able for people with back and knee pains?
Shweta R
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia63 contributions
from your hotel you will be picked up in the morning by your 4WD. But there is a good trek of say 35-40 mins and river crossing to reach the waterfall. I doubt old people and persons with knee problem would be comfortable with that.
eehoon18
Klang, Malaysia
Is december a bad time to go?
27albert60
Kuantan District, Malaysia9 contributions
Hi Hello,
As to your Q
December is said to be a raining season here in Kuantan but then again all depend on the forecast. What you can do is come to Kuantan spend a day or two here then if the weather permit can always go in to Sungai lembing,
To me raining or not is the issue here, if there is rain and then follow by sun you will get to see the best raindow fall there.
The car ride to Sungai Lembing is only about 45 to 50 minutes
I hope this will help you in some ways
lizzybriskin
Raub District, Malaysia14 contributions
How did you arrange the guide?
Thanks!
Lysentrix
Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia36 contributions
There is a centralized committee handling the trips to go up, and all the guestshouses there have the committee's contact.
ptaxol
Singapore, Singapore169 contributions
Any idea how to get there from Singapore? Any tour agencies that organise trips there?
I would also like to bring a 78 year old gentleman there - he is strong, just retired from carpentry work, can climb stairs without problems but may not be able to do advanced trekking. Any advice?
Understand that we could reach the waterfall via 4WD without rigorous trekking - is this correct?
Thanks in advance!
csChai
Malaysia1,312 contributions
Hi,
There is no need for a tour agency to arrange this trip if you are driving from Singapore. From Kuala Lumpur, take the East Coast Highway to Kuantan. After the exiting the highway at the Kuantan exit, follow the road sign to Sungai Lembing. There is only one way to get to the small town about 30km from the highway exit.
Your 78 year-old gentleman should not have any problem getting to the waterfall. The 40-minute trek is not difficult or steep. Many elderly people and children reach the waterfall without much difficulty.
For accomodation, you can contact Ricky Choo at 0199874737 (Pollock View Resort)
For accomodation and 4WD transport, contact Simon Chin at 0169517899 (Time Capsule Resort). I have used both the above services, highly recommendable.
If you need further information about Sungai Lembing, I will be more than happy to help you. Try to avoid going during the Malaysian school holidays, too crowded.
Have a happy and memorable trip.
Regards,
Mr Chai.
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