MY · Perak · 4.42°N 101.18°E

gua tempurung

Crawl, wade and squeeze through one of the peninsula's longest limestone caves.

Best time
Any time of year, since it's cool inside. Wet tours can be called off after heavy rain when the river rises.
How long
Half a day
Getting there
About 2 hours' drive from KL on the North–South Expressway (exit at Gopeng), or about 30 minutes from Ipoh.
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Dear group chat,Crawl, wade and squeeze through one of the peninsula's longest limestone caves.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingGua TempurungMY, Perak
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≈ 153 km from KL, as the crow flies
Witnessing the works of nature - An interior view of the Gua Tempurung Caves near Ipoh, Malaysia

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A huge limestone cave near Gopeng, running more than 4 kilometres through the hill. Walkways and lights take you through its domed chambers, and guided wet tours go deeper by wading and crawling along the underground river.

Things to do

  1. The dry tourWalk the boardwalks and stairs through the big, lit chambers and their stalactites.Map ↗
  2. The wet tourWade, crawl and squeeze through the river passages with a guide.Map ↗
  3. GopengWhite-water rafting on the Kampar River is about 15 minutes' drive away.Map ↗
  4. Kellie's CastleThe ruined planter's mansion near Batu Gajah is an easy add-on.Map ↗

Good to know

  • For wet tours, wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy and shoes with grip, and bring a change of clothes.
  • Book wet tours ahead and only go in with an official guide.
  • It's humid and slippery inside, so take the stairs slowly.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.