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The Sungai (River) Sedim cuts through the
Gunung (Mount) Inas Forest Reserve at the
foothill areas and that part of the forests
made easily accessible with facilities for the
general public is known as the
Sungai Sedim Forest Recreational Park. The
eco-tourism project was undertaken by the government.
The river runs over rocky terrain through
dense forests – creating a path of gurgling
rapids which gives it both a vibrant and
energetic character as well as natural scenic
beauty within a pristine environment. Over a
length of 15 km, there is a continuous
stretch of rapids of which 24 have been
identified as particularly challenging and named.
These rapids offer exciting experiences for
white water rafting aficionados during appropriate
seasons. International experts have adjudged this
site as one of the top 5 white water
destinations in the Asia Pacific region.
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The following picture story is based on a downstream journey :
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Crystal clear waters gurgle, rush and tumble down
the slopes at the foothill area of Gunung Inas. The river is part of the eco-system
that provides good natural drainage to the lower land.
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At a deeper site and where the pace of flow slows down, the water is reflected in
shades of jade green colour.
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Through colourful forest. On the right, an orchid plant perched on a tree trunk
witnesses the simmering waters at the rapids.
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Foamy waters and extensive rock bed. The lively forest
especially those of the shrub level grows right up to the edge of the river.
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There is a high proportion of rocks to sand - if they
have not been already carried downstream by the powerful waters. During wetter seasons,
the river swells and is good for sporting activities. However in dry seasons, parts
of it can be reduced to shoals and beaches on sandy patches.
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Sights (and sounds) that pleases and thrills.
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The rocks are relatively the largest and well polished by waters at this site.
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Blending the extremes - rushing waters and calm waters. At shallow and peaceful
locations, small fishes are abundant.
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The rocks are mainly of hard granite type but strong and persistent erosion over
time have managed to wear down even the hardest and roughest.
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A resident of the river bank resting on the rocks
- a dragonfly in magnificent fluorescent blue and contrasting shades of colours.
There are hundreds of species of insects, animals and marine life thriving in and
around the river.
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On flatter grounds, water collects in a natural trough
and here is a good spot for diving from the heights of the rocks.
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The natural ‘swimming pool’ of almost unpolluted waters
surrounded by perfectly green and oxygenated environment.
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