State	Perak
Location	Kg Talam, along Jalan Temoh - Kampar (Route 1)
Coordinates and map	4.28883, 101.16538 - 4.28984, 101.16964
Water Source	Sg. Talam, Natural Stream
Waterfall Profile	Multi-level Cascade Falls
Accessibility	Trekking, >30mins

Talam Falls is an interesting waterfall series with 5 levels of waterfalls spread out over the length of the stream. The waterfalls found here are tall but none that is significantly vertical in height; they are instead sloped or continuous cascades with soaking pools at many levels. There are visible trails but it is not often used and may be covered by overgrown weeds and jungle bush. Beginners are advised to engage a guide and not attempt to visit this waterfall by themselves.

Talam Falls 5

Head to Kampar town as the landmark. By the south of Kampar town is a small housing estate called Taman Timur. Near this housing estate is a stream outflow with empty spaces (here) by the road shoulder for parking. Ensure to park properly and be careful of passing traffic along the state road. Proceed by foot from here on out on a dual track trail on the left of the stream.

On the end of the dual track trail is the 1st cascade fall (Image 1.) where the trail seems to end. From here visitors will have 2 options. Use the easier hill trail left of the stream, where it will bypass 2 cascade fall levels or cross the stream to the right to riverside trek along the river. The 2 documented falls and their respective position are noted below should visitors attempt the "scenic" route.

Image 1. (4.28883, 101.16538)

Peak of the Talam Cascade Falls 2 (4.28837, 101.16599)

Talam Cascade Falls 3 (4.28879, 101.16757)

Both routes will eventually join to follow the same hill trail on the right side of the stream before reaching Talam Cascade Falls 4.(Image 4) To continue, follow the hill trail going up the slope for a short distance before going down a small junction to fall 5.(main image)

Image 4. (4.28951, 101.16880)

Exploration Notes : Further exploration upriver have not been attempted. It would be fairly certain that there are a few more waterfall levels. Will update on a future revisit.

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If you plan to visit this waterfall, do bring a plastic bag along. In the event there is rubbish left by irresponsible individuals, you can contribute and do our part to keep nature's paradise clean. Thank you~

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Present situation for Talam Falls : No information available

Waterfalls can be dangerous ! Always take care about your safety