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Explore the remote edges of the Muara Tebas peninsula via demanding hikes and chartered boat rides.
These routes push deep into the 27.27 square kilometers of Bako National Park. The trails require high fitness, sturdy grip shoes, and at least two liters of water per person.
If you prefer to skip the long walks, you can hire a boat at the headquarters to view the coastal rock formations from the water.
30 mins via boatChartered boat
Millions of years of wave erosion carved these sandstone arches and stacks along the coast. You view them best on a chartered boat ride from the park headquarters. Note that the famous Cobra Head stack collapsed from natural erosion in February 2024.
2 - 2.5 hours one-way3.5 km trail
This small jungle waterfall sits at the end of a demanding 3.5-kilometer trail across the kerangas plateau. The pool at the bottom provides a refreshing break for hikers. Be aware that the falls can dry up completely during the dry season.
3 - 4 hours one-wayDemanding trek
Bukit Gondol is the highest point in Bako National Park. You reach the summit via a long, exhausting trek. The top offers vast panoramic views of the entire park, but park staff recommend this route only for very fit hikers.
