Gua Tempurung

The entrance

Gua Tempurung (Tempurung Cave) has existed since early 8000 B.C. and it is one of the larger cave systems found in the scenic limestone hills of Perak. Gua Tempurung is the largest limestone cave in Peninsular Malaysia stretches for 1.9 kilometres and is made up of five huge domes. Each dome has different formations of stalagmites and stalactites as well as differing temperatures, water levels, content of limestone and marble. The cave measures 1.9 km in length and 120 metres in height. The cave follows a direct course through a mountain range called Gunung Gajah-Tempurung, located south of Ipoh towards Gopeng and Kampar.

Inside the cave

Walkways have been built within some parts of the caves making it easy for visitors to have a leisurely stroll while taking in the sights of the beautiful underground waterfalls and the pendant stalactites hanging from the roof stalagmites.

The walkways

Each cave carries its own legends, and Gua Tempurung is no exception. Many believe the cave was used as a hideout for terrorists during World War II and the Emergency. It is said that Lee Meng, the notorious communist courier, once used the cave as a hideout. The fact that his name appears on one of the walls deep inside the cave certainly seems to support this story. Another story speaks of the cave being used by the Japanese as a prison during their occupation of Malaya. This is made more evident by the existence of a gate-like structure made of horizontal steel bars.

The cave window

It is a cavern inside Gunung Tempurung (Tempurung Mountain) standing 497 metres high and is about 250 million years old. Gua Tempurung is visible from the North-South Expressway near Gopeng. Inside the cave also has the small river. The river, Sungai Gua Tempurung runs about 1.6 km. It originates from the north and south outlets of a small catchment derived from the granite upland area to the east.

Sungai Gua Tempurung

Gua Tempurung is an interesting place to visit because it is an impressive cave with beautiful lime stone formations like stalagmites, stalactites, rim stone pools, curtains, straws, calcite crystals and pillars. There are also majestic columns of marble inside its huge cavern honeycombed with smaller caves of different dimensions. The cave holds mystery and intrigue that leave one curious about its deep, dark secrets dating back to 400 million years ago. For those who are interested in caving and adventurous activities, Gua Tempurung is one of the places that you should visit!!

Interesting stone formation

The cave is divided into several sections, with the lower cave passage called the Molesworth Allen Tunnel, named in honour of the botanists, Betty Molesworth Allen. At the end of this tunnel, the cave opens up to Alam Cavern, the largest of the three major caverns, this is more than 130 metres in width and towers 72 metres high.

Golden Flowstone

The Gergasi Cavern is the last of the cave sections. It is named Gergasi because it holds a huge column, which is some 15 metres in height and 17 metres in length. The column stands sentinel- like at the end of the chamber, like a giant genie guarding its treasure.

Stalagmite at the giant cavern

There are several packages designed to suit different interests and level of fitness of the visitors. For safety reasons, all our packages are guided tours which are both exciting and informative.

1) Tour 1: Golden Flowstone

Duration: 40 min

Adults: RM6

Children: RM 2.50

2) Tour 2: Top of the World

Duration: 2 hours

Adults: RM9

Children: RM4.50

3) Tour 3: Top of the World & Short River Adventure

Duration: 2.5 hours

Adults: RM11

Children: RM6

4) Tour 4: Grand Tour

Duration: 3.5 hours

Adults: RM22

Children: RM11

How To Get There??

Gua Tempurung is located in Lembah Tempurung near Gopeng, Perak, Malaysia. It is 25 km to the south of Ipoh, the capital of the state of Perak. The easiest way to reach there is by using the North-South PLUS Highway and exit at the Gopeng Toll Plaza. Gua Tempurung is located about 7km from the Gopeng Toll Plaza. From the plaza, turn left (southwards) towards Kampar. Drive for about 5 km before turning left and driving a further 2 km to reach Gua Tempurung. There are signboards to help you find the way along the federal road.

Direction to Gua Tempurung

Facilities provided:

-Ample parking space near cave entrance

-Food stalls

-Convenience store

-Handicraft and souvenir stall

-Toilets

-Changing rooms

-Surau (prayer rooms for Muslims)

-Reception and ticket counter

-Rest area.

Contact

APT CONSORTIUM SDN BHD

No 9A Medan Gopeng 4

Jalan Raja Dr. Nazrin Shah

31350 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Tel: 605-318 8555

Fax: 605-318 8557

Email: enquiries@guatempurung.com

Website: www.guatempurung.com

For enquiries and booking to visit Gua Tempurung, contact:

En.Shahril : 012-5549830

Cik.Zuliana : 017-5271926

Operational Hours: 9am to 5pm