MY · Pahang · 3.52°N 101.92°E

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Bentong ginger, old-town makan and the Chamang waterfall, an hour from KL.

Best time
Any time of year. Durian season usually runs around June to August. Weekends are busy with day-trippers from KL.
How long
Half a day to a day
Getting there
About an hour's drive from KL on the Karak Expressway.
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MY · Pahangbentong3.52°N 101.92°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Bentong ginger, old-town makan and the Chamang waterfall, an hour from KL.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingBentongMY, Pahang
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≈ 49 km from KL, as the crow flies
Jalan Loke Yew in Bentong Town, Pahang, which is part of Federal Route 8, looking south.

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A Pahang town just over the Titiwangsa range from KL, known across the country for its ginger. It makes an easy day out: old-town food, durian in season and cool river water at Chamang and Janda Baik.

Makan

  1. Bentong gingerIt turns up in everything here, from drinks to stir-fries.Map ↗
  2. DurianBentong and nearby Raub are big durian areas, Musang King included.Map ↗
  3. Kopitiam noodlesNoodles and kopi at the old coffee shops in the town centre.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Chamang WaterfallA big waterfall in the forest outside town, popular for picnics.Map ↗
  2. Janda BaikA cool kampung valley with rivers and chalets, back towards KL.Map ↗
  3. The old townOld shophouses and kopitiams around the centre, good for a slow wander and a meal.Map ↗
  4. Ginger shopsPick up ginger tea, sweets and paste made from Bentong ginger.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Only swim where it's marked safe at Chamang. The currents are strong, especially after rain.
  • Leave KL early on weekends to beat the traffic on the Karak Expressway.

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