Gunung Pulai Recreational Forest

Dhania Ellsha bt Abdullah

2 months ago

We went for a hike at Gunung Pulai and honestly, for a free entry, it’s really worth it if you just want to escape from town and breathe. The air is cool, the road up is surrounded by green trees, and you can hear birds and insects the whole way, that kind of quiet that makes you feel human again. The trail itself is not too extreme, so beginners or casual hikers can still manage it as long as you take your time. You’ll pass by small streams, rocks, and lots of shaded areas, so even though it’s a workout, it doesn’t feel too harsh. It’s the kind of place where you can bring friends or family, walk, talk, and just enjoy the journey. The waterfall, however, is quite small and simple. Don’t expect a huge dramatic cascade, it’s more like a modest fall with a shallow pool. But i heard that there are many others ways to can view other side of waterfall. Nice to sit, soak your feet and take photos, but not exactly a “wow” waterfall. For us, the highlight was more the forest, fresh air, and peaceful vibe, not the waterfall itself. Tips: • Wear proper shoes – some parts can be slippery. • Bring your own water and light snacks. • Go early in the morning, it’s cooler and less crowded. Overall, Gunung Pulai is a good, budget-friendly nature escape. Come for the greenery, the walk, and the calm atmosphere, treat the waterfall as a small bonus, not the main star.

Lily

4 months ago

Oh. My. God. It was EXHAUSTING for me to hike to the top since it was my first time hiking, and it took me around 2 hours with consistent breaks when I was near the top like around 1.5KM left until I reached the top. My bottles was left empty when I finished the hike, it was a 1.5L bottle. If you're very sweaty and easily dehydrated, I'd recommend bring lots of water but keep it in a closed bottle. Not plastic water bottles so people won't litter during their hike. 10/10 experience. I barely see monkeys during my hike and I am fine with that. I'd recommend bring a stick to help your hike uphill and downhill...

Gowtham Subramanian

4 months ago

Amazing hike experience - 75 to 90 mins travel from JB sentral (by car). Best to reach early around 9am to avoid sun and traffic Difficult to find grab on the way back. Best to go back Kulai Bus terminal to get grab back to JB.

Puay Khoon Yeo

5 months ago

It was a easy 20min uphill walk (mostly tar road surface) to the waterfall. We went on a Friday morning 9am so it was very quiet. More people came after 10.30am but it was still not too crowded. The temperature of the rainforest was cooling and we almost did not feel the high humidity. We had brought food for a picnic by the waterfall but we were told at the park entrance that all food and drink in disposable packaging are prohibited inside the park. We managed to bring in our water which was contained in our own water bottles. I think this is a great initiative to keep the park clean and tidy. The next time we come, we will pack our picnic items in our own home containers and enjoy a relaxing picnic by the waterfall.

Mist D Riq

7 months ago

Entry: RM1 Parking: RM0-3, depends on the location. Level: Moderate. Really good for leg and lung exercise for stamina. The roads are really steep so make sure to bring water and have enough rest before the hike. Reminder: Bring water inside tumbler. Bring food inside tupperware. *No drink and food inside plastic are allowed, guards will check and ask to leave it at their post, like Spritzer/Cactus mineral water bottle.* Got 1 road for a waterfall (15 minutes walk) and 2 road for hiking. 1 hiking road free, but paved road. Jalan tar. 1 hiking road needs a permit from the Pejabat Hutan Daerah Johor Selatan or Pejabat Renjer Hutan Kulai.