Places of Interest
The waterfall at Sungai Bil is famous among the locals for a weekend getaway. There are some nice spots along the waterfall for family recreation and camping. One can travel from the town by road within 30 minutes. Food stalls selling lunch and fast food are available normally during weekend. However, the water could be murky during the dry spell. Entrance fee is RM1.00 for car and RM0.50 for motorcycle. There is also a camping site.
There is also an open wet market every Sunday morning until noon, where one can try a variety of local dishes and delicacies.
At Ulu Slim, about the same distance from Slim River to Sungai Bil, there is a hot spring, and it is expected that the local government will develop the place, into a recreation area, for families. The water is 104°C and is reputed to be the 5th hottest hot spring in the world.
Several outdoor extreme sports are available inside Ulu Slim, reservation will required for these activity such as white water rafting, 4x4 rides,camping, jungle trekking and of course night jungle trekking.
Water Theme Park
The new Slim River Water Theme Park will be opening soon...
- SR Lagoon (Under Construction)
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