Waterfalls with Moderate Access

State: Johor
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Asahan fall

Western slope of Gunung ledang

Cascades
Single fall
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Not a lot of water, but a nice pool

Permit ??

Last update May 2012

Jeram Tinggi

Kampung Ulu Jementah, Jementah

Cascades
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Waterfall on the northern slope of Gunung Ledang

Permit ??

Last update November 2012

Lemako Falls

Endau Rompin National Park

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Unspoilt waterfalls in Endau Rompin N.P.

Permit needed

Last update June 2010

Pelepah Falls

Near Kota Tinggi

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Relatively unknown falls near the Kota Tinggi falls. Nice series of many falls and cascades

Permit ??

Last update June 2009

Selai falls

Taman Negara Endau Rompin, 20 km NE of Bekok

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Waterfalls of the Selai river in an unknown part of Endau Rompin. Takah TInggi is an impressive fall, high volume. Smaller falls in tributaries

Permit needed

Last update September 2012

Sg Yong

On the slopes of Gunung Belumut, off the Kluang Mersing Road

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A seven tiers waterfall on the slopes of Gunung Belumut in pristine surroundings

Permit needed

Last update August 2013

Upeh Guling

Endau Rompin National park

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Impressive waterfall in the Jasin river

Permit needed

Last update June 2010

State: Kedah
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Batu Hampar

near Gurun

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
Camping
Situated in a Rubber Estate

Permit ??

Last update January 2010

Perigi Falls

Yan Kechil

Cascades
Swimming
Trekking
Seasonal Fall. Climbing up will be problematic during the rainy season

No Permit needed

Last update August 2010

State: Kelantan
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Stong Fall

near Dabong

Multiple falls Trekking
Camping
Also known as Jelawang Fall. Supposedly the tallest waterfall in South-East Asia

Permit ??

Last update July 2011

State: Negeri Sembilan
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Buaya Lepas Falls

Off Route N14, Johol

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
A relatively unknown waterfall that is unique and one of the impressive ones within the state.

Permit ??

Last update January 2024

Bukit Tampin Falls

Tampin Tengah, Tampin

Single fall Trekking
A decently sized waterfall in free to access Tampin Forest Reserve

No Permit needed

Last update July 2022

Dara Falls

Tmn Tunku Jaafar, Senawang

Multiple falls Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A charming lesser known waterfall with 4 levels that require only a short hike.

No Permit needed

Last update February 2023

Gemenseh Fall

Along Pantai - Kuala Klawang Route

Single fall Trekking
A tall vertical waterfall that has seen better days. Lesser known to outsiders compared to Jeram Toi.

Permit ??

Last update October 2023

Jeram Belau Fall

Kg. Kapal, Near Broga town

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A local waterfall not commonly visited by outsiders. A charming spot spoilt by the numerous water pipes.

Permit ??

Last update June 2023

Jeram Glami

Near Titi Town, Jelebu

Cascades
Trekking
A low height wide river cascade. Interesting spot to visit once recovered from flood devastation.

Permit ??

Last update February 2022

Jeram Lambar

Near Seremban

Cascades
Single fall
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Small slopped falls with a pool in oil palm estate backyard

No Permit needed

Last update March 2022

Jeram Nerai Falls

North Tampin, Tampin FR

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
A quiet and forgotten falls 1st documented and published in WoM Book

No Permit needed

Last update July 2022

Lata Berembun

Pantai town

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Experienced severe flash flood damage in 2021 but has been reopened back to public.

Permit needed

Last update September 2023

Lata Kijang

Kg Esok

Single fall Trekking
Camping
Access has become easier recently. Possibly the tallest fall in the western part of Peninsular Malaysia

Permit needed

Last update May 2010

Misai Falls

Langkap, Tj. Ipoh

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
An interesting series of cascade falls clumped closed together in a high leech presence jungle

Permit ??

Last update October 2022

Punsai Falls

Ulu Kenaboi

Multiple falls Trekking
A beautiful waterfall in a rarely visited jungle region that requires a good amount of effort to reach.

Permit ??

Last update December 2023

Surut Falls

Kg Senarak, Rembau - Johol Route

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A series of boulder waterfalls with a decent amount of hiking. Upper levels are not worth the effort.

Permit ??

Last update June 2023

Talan Falls

Rembau

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Trekking
Camping
A family friendly recreational park with several cascade falls upriver that requires a short hike.

No Permit needed

Last update January 2023

State: Pahang
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Anak Chemperoh Falls

Janda Baik

Multiple falls Trekking
A waterfall hidden in plain sight near a popular mountain route. The discovery of this waterfall also alerted to the fact that Luroh Fall have been mis-identified prior.

Permit needed

Last update October 2023

Bergut Fall

South-West of Jerantut

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
A single waterfall with vertical drop which features a pool and a small cave. Virtually unknown in quiet surroundings.

Permit ??

Last update April 2023

Berkelah Falls

Between Maran and Kuantan

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Beautiful series of waterfalls and cascades in the Berkelah river.

Permit needed

Last update December 2010

Berta Falls

Pos Lenjang, Sg Koyan

Multiple falls Trekking
Camping
A tall and equally wide spectacular waterfall cascading down multiple steps of drop in a jungle region where elephants herds roam.

Permit ??

Last update March 2024

Gapoi Fall

Near Gapoi, on the road from Karak to Simpang Pertang

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
Not often you will find such a large fall near to an inhabited area, ideal for picnic and swimming

Permit ??

Last update April 2005

Gehol Fall

South-West of Jerantut

Single fall Trekking
A charming and unusual waterfall with segmented streams of water flowing down an almost vertical cliff. Virtually unknown in quiet surroundings.

Permit ??

Last update April 2023

Genuai Fall

Near Kuala Krau

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
A rather tall near vertical fall in rocky surroundings

Permit ??

Last update March 2022

Jerangkang falls

Kamping Paya Bungor

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Spectacular series of waterfalls. Similar to Berkelah, but even more impressive.

Permit needed

Last update July 2010

Kelit Falls

Ulu Sungai, Batu Malim

Single fall Trekking
A waterfall with 3 tiers, situated on the outskirts of an orang asli village. NOT for beginners.

No Permit needed

Last update June 2023

Kemonchak Fall

Kg Chemperuh, Janda Baik

Multiple falls   A series of 4 low flow waterfalls with pool. NOT for beginners.

No Permit needed

Last update June 2023

Lata Hammer

Off the Gombak-Bentong old trunk road

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A powerful waterfall with a large deep pool. Features a flat wide sandbed that resembles a beach.

Permit needed

Last update November 2023

Lata Tampit

near Janda Baik

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Charming 7-tier waterfalls near Janda Baik

Permit needed

Last update March 2010

Lata Woh Falls

Between Karak & Mentakab

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Multi-level falls with pools, can be seasonal.

Permit ??

Last update March 2022

Luroh Fall

Janda Baik

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Nice waterfall, hidden in the jungle

No Permit needed

Last update August 2010

Rainbow Fall

Near Sungei Lembing

Single fall Swimming
The famous rainbow is best seen in the morning

Permit needed

Last update September 2010

Seminyang Fall

12 km from Karak, on the road to Kuala Pilah

Single fall Trekking
A powerful waterfall on the Pahang side of the Gunung Hantu Besar

Permit ??

Last update November 2010

Tanglir Falls

Near Bukit Tinggi, Genting Highlands

Multiple falls Swimming
One of the most spectacular falls near Kuala Lumpur

Permit ??

Last update April 2003

Terapai Fall

30 km south of Tasek Chini

Single fall Swimming
Deep within the hills of Southern Pahang. Romantic setting.

Permit ??

Last update August 2009

State: Perak
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Air Hitam Fall

Near Batu Kurau, north of Taiping

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Powerfull fall and cascades. Pristine environment.

Permit ??

Last update September 2009

Belum falls

Royal Belum & South Belum, 30 km east of Gerik

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Many waterfalls. Access by boat only. Permit needed

Permit needed

Last update May 2012

Bersih Falls

Near Bidor

Cascades
Single fall
  Small falls near OS village

No Permit needed

Last update May 2022

Chelik Fall

near Simpang Pulai and the new road to the Cameron Highlands

Single fall Trekking
Remote Fall, possibly the tallest fall in the western part of Peninsular Malaysia.

Permit needed

Last update August 2010

Damak Fall

Ulu Geroh, near Gopeng

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
A small attractive waterfall in Orang Asli country.

Permit ??

Last update July 2005

Jeram Lon Falls

Ulu Sungkai

Multiple falls Trekking
3 low height cascade waterfalls. Located in pristine jungle.

Permit ??

Last update January 2010

Juang Falls

West Simpang Pulai, Simpang Pulai - Cameron Highlands route

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
An impressive series of punchbowl waterfalls with wide pools for swimming

Permit ??

Last update July 2022

Kait Fall

15 km from Simpang Pulai, along the CH road

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Pristine vertical fall

Permit ??

Last update March 2013

Kamunting Fall

Kamunting

Single fall Trekking
Tall, unspoiled fall, visible from Kamunting

Permit ??

Last update January 2009

Kopor Falls

Near Pos Dipang

Multiple falls Trekking
A quiet waterfall series in a region rich with waterfall possibilities. Virtually unknown.

Permit ??

Last update March 2024

Kundor Falls

East Gopeng

Multiple falls Trekking
A pristine waterfall series upriver of Damak Falls. The tallest fall here is Lata Seli.

Permit ??

Last update April 2024

Lata Payong / Bayas

Near Kg Kuak, West of Lake Cenderoh

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
Unknown waterfalls in the Bintang range

Permit ??

Last update March 2013

Lata Tanjung Kala

near Grik

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Located in beautiful and serene jungle, not easy to find

Permit ??

Last update August 2005

Lata Yuk

near Chenderiang and Lata Kinjang

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Small brother of Lata Kinjang

Permit ??

Last update October 2008

Maxwell Hill

Near Taiping

Single fall Trekking
The waterfall is visible from the Lake Gardens

No Permit needed

Last update January 2010

Petai Falls

Kampar Town

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A large waterfall that is relatively unknown despite being close to town situated on a boulder stream.

Permit ??

Last update September 2023

Salak Fall

Proton City, Tanjung Malim

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
An interesting twin fall with pristine and refreshing waters in quiet jungle.

Permit needed

Last update August 2022

Seminai Falls

Ulu Sungkai region

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A pristine waterfall deep in the forest of Ulu Sungkai region. Relatively unknown.

Permit ??

Last update August 2023

Serpik Falls

Multiple falls Trekking
An impressively wide and tall cascade waterfall that looks impressive during wet seasons.

No Permit needed

Last update September 2023

Strata Falls

10 km north of Tg Malim

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Beautiful, relatively unknown series of waterfalls on the slopes of G. Behrang.

Permit needed

Last update February 2010

Tebing Tinggi Fall

Between Selama and Lenggong

Cascades
Swimming
Remote place, but popular with locals. In this mountain range (Banjaran Bintang) there must be more waterfalls

No Permit needed

Last update January 2010

Teho Falls

Pos Jernang, Ulu Sungkai

Multiple falls Trekking
A quiet waterfall with a nice wide pool after a challenging uphill hike

Permit ??

Last update July 2023

Tenggelam Falls

Tapah

Multiple falls Picnic
Trekking
Easily accessible 1st fall. Upper levels will likely require permit.

Permit needed

Last update January 2023

Tibang Fall

Ulu Slim Region

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Unspoiled waterfall with pool. Access is no longer as difficult and only a short hike.

Permit ??

Last update August 2023

Tigor Falls

Kg Poh, Bidor

Cascades
Single fall
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A moderately tall punchbowl fall with a big deep pool suitable for swimming.

Permit ??

Last update August 2023

Trong Falls

near Trong

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
The lower fall is hidden in a deep ravine. To reach the upper fall jungle trekking and permit is required.

Permit needed

Last update February 2023

State: Pulau Pinang
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Waterfall

In the Botanical Garden

Single fall Trekking
Historically the most famous waterfall of Malaysia. Now out of bounds, a permit is needed for a visit.

Permit ??

Last update August 2004

State: Sabah
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Mahua Fall

near Kg Patau,15 minutes from Tambunan

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
Beautiful vertical waterfall

Permit ??

Last update November 2006

State: Sarawak
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Giam Klimau

SE of Niah National Park

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
A beautiful curtain fall deep inside an oil palm plantation

Permit ??

Last update July 2010

Gunung Gading Falls

Near Lundu

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
The Gunung Gading N.P is famous for its Rafflesias, but has also a few nice waterfalls

Permit ??

Last update December 2007

Jangkar Fall

West of Lundu, near Indonesian border

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Powerful, remote waterfall near the Inodesian border

Permit ??

Last update June 2009

Kg Sadir falls

near Kg Sadir, 50 km south of Kuching

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Four waterfalls in the remote Penrissen Range.Two of them have easy access, for the other two trekking is required.

Permit ??

Last update November 2011

Pantu Fall

Lambir Hills NP, 30 km from Miri

Multiple falls Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
There are six waterfalls in the Park, but some of them are temporarily closed to the public.

Permit ??

Last update January 2007

Sebarau Fall

Near Kg Bidak south of Kuching

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Nice waterfall in unspoiled rural surroundings

Permit ??

Last update June 2009

Tajor Fall

20 km NE of Kuching

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
A waterfall in Bako N.P. Beautiful and unspoiled.

Permit ??

Last update April 2010

State: Selangor
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Batangsi Fall

near Semenyih

Rapids
Cascades
Swimming
Trekking
Cascades and rapids in the Sungei Batangsi.

Permit ??

Last update April 2010

Batu Asah Falls

Ampang, Near KL

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
A series of 6 small waterfalls near Zoo Negara

Permit needed

Last update March 2022

Batu Berayun Fall

Batang Kali

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
A long hike and virtually unknown waterfall

Permit needed

Last update September 2021

Batu Bertengkek Falls

Kerling, Hulu Selangor

Multiple falls Trekking
A rare contrast of a tall & a wide fall within stone throw reach of each other. Features unique rock boulders.

Permit ??

Last update April 2021

Batu Cherandong Dam Falls

Kuala Kubu Baru

Rapids
Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A pre-independence water catchment dam fall with several smaller natural waterfalls on the same stream

Permit needed

Last update April 2022

Batu Kapal Falls

North Batu Caves

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A waterfall with an impressively large "ship" shaped boulder. Virtually unknown.

Permit ??

Last update March 2021

Bukit Apeh Fall

Ulu Langat FR, access from Cheras

Multiple falls Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Attractive fall, near to the town

Permit needed

Last update January 2010

Chiling Falls

Between KKB and the Gap

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A beautiful fall at the end of an interesting river trekking, during which you have to cross the river several times

No Permit needed

Last update August 2015

Gapi Fall

Antara Gapi, Hulu Selangor

Single fall Trekking
Scenic & tall waterfall. Majestic during wet seasons.

Permit ??

Last update December 2021

Gapok Falls

Kg. Paya Lebar, Hulu Langat

Multiple falls Trekking
Waterfall series with 11 falls of different presentation. popular during weekends.

Permit needed

Last update October 2021

Gumut+ Falls

Kg. Gumut Tambahan, Kerling

Multiple falls Trekking
2 waterfalls, each on a different tributary of Sg. Gumut (Kerling) river.

Permit ??

Last update September 2022

Jeram Kingfisher

Hulu Langat

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
A low height cascade waterfall with a small pool. Relatively unknown to most.

Permit ??

Last update August 2023

Jeram Perlus

Ulu Langat region

Single fall Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Unspoilt waterfall

Permit needed

Last update May 2010

Kedondong Fall

Alongside the road between Batang Kali and Gohtong Jaya

Cascades
Single fall
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Unknown waterfall near popular recreation park

No Permit needed

Last update March 2010

Lata Beringin Falls

Hulu Langat

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Interesting multi-level falls beside a river campsite

No Permit needed

Last update April 2022

Lata Medang

Near Kg Pertak

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Remote waterfall. Pristine and unspoilt

Permit needed

Last update December 2011

Lawing Falls

Near Kg Sg Lui, Ulu Langat region

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Unknown, pristine waterfall in the backyard of KL

Permit needed

Last update November 2010

Lepok Fall

in Ulu Langat, near Kg Pangsun

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Lonely,beautiful fall in Ulu Langat. A two hour trek is needed, worth the effort

Permit needed

Last update June 2010

Lolo Falls

Near Kg Pangsun

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Two unspoilt waterfalls, Bomoh Ali and Berembun. You must be able to swim to reach Berembun.

Permit needed

Last update May 2013

Lubuk Kawah Fall

Near Tanjung Malim

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Pristine fall in Ulu Bernam. Guide needed

Permit needed

Last update June 2010

Lubuk Tupai Fall

Kg Ulu Rening, Batang Kali

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
A waterfall with a large pool gaining mainstream popularity among hiking circles.

Permit needed

Last update April 2024

Masai Falls

Near Semenyih

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
Unconventional cascade falls series in pristine jungle

Permit needed

Last update August 2021

Meranti Falls

Northern Serendah

Cascades
Multiple falls
Trekking
A surprisingly tall and impressive waterfall. Many levels.

Permit ??

Last update August 2022

Pangsun Fall

Kg. Kuala Pangsun, Hulu Langat

Cascades
Single fall
Trekking
Small waterfall upriver of old hydro dam

Permit ??

Last update November 2019

Perdik Fall

Ulu Langat region

Multiple falls Trekking
Small, unknown waterfall in the Ulu Langat region

Permit needed

Last update January 2010

Pisang Fall

Near Gombak and the Karak Highway

Single fall Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Nice small waterfall, reachable from the Karak highway (easy) or after a trek from the old Gombak Road

Permit needed

Last update November 2010

Setinggi Fall

Between Rawang and Serendah

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Unspoilt waterfall

Permit needed

Last update November 2011

Sg Ampang Falls (Kemensah)

Ulu Klang, near KL

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Unspoilt waterfalls in scenic surroundings. The first fall also known as Kemensah Fall

Permit needed

Last update May 2011

Sg Luit Falls (Makau)

Near Kg Pertak

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Remote, powerful fall. Long access trail

Permit needed

Last update February 2012

Siong Fall

Semenyih Dam to Negri Sembilan

Single fall Trekking
The tall cascade can be seen from the main road. An Orang Asli guide is advisable. Pristine conditions

Permit ??

Last update September 2010

Tarun Falls

Near Broga

Multiple falls Trekking
A majestic falls, can be seasonal during low rainfall.

No Permit needed

Last update December 2021

Templer Falls

Between KL and Rawang

Cascades
Single fall
Picnic
Trekking
Camping
A nice family site, near to the better known Kanching Falls

No Permit needed

Last update May 2022

Ulu Tamu Falls

Near Batang Kali

Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Unspoilt falls in the backyard of Batang Kali

Permit needed

Last update February 2012

State: Terengganu
Picture
Name/Location
Type
Activities
Description
Jeram Penitih

West of Kemasik

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Remote series of waterfalls in pristine surroundings

Permit ??

Last update January 2010

Kenyir Lake Falls

Kenyir Lake

Cascades
Multiple falls
Swimming
Camping
There are many waterfalls around the Kenyir lake. Generally you will need boat transport and a guide

Permit ??

Last update June 2012

Lata Cemerung

Kg Pasir Raya, along the inner road from Kuantan to K. Terengganu

Multiple falls Swimming
Trekking
Camping
A very tall waterfall, Well maintained park

Permit ??

Last update February 2007

Lata Seru

West of Kemasik

Rapids
Cascades
Multiple falls
Picnic
Swimming
Trekking
Camping
Remote fall, pristine. Not very tall, but almost vertical

Permit ??

Last update August 2012