Before deciding to visit this place, we were concerned about the road's reputation for being dangerous, as mentioned in numerous reviews across various platforms. However, after a week of contemplation, we decided to experience it firsthand, despite the warnings we had read on YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Google, and other social media channels. Many had described it as a perilous road, but one worth taking a risk for.
We embarked on our journey with our trusty small Myvi car, which is nine years old. To our surprise, everything went smoothly. The road was clear, the weather was favorable, and the road wasn't as treacherous as we had been led to believe. Only when we were 17 kilometers away from our destination did we encounter a bit of a challenging road with sharp corners, somewhat resembling the road to Cameron Highlands via Tapah.
There were some minor landslides along the way, and plenty of bamboo leaves and small branches that extended onto the road, which could touch your car as you passed. However, for adventurous souls like us—three girls—it was far from being a dangerous road. It felt like a typical road one might encounter while hiking up a mountain in Malaysia. To us, it was perfectly normal, and we couldn't understand why so many reviews emphasized its extreme danger, causing potential visitors to hesitate.
In reality, the road wasn't dangerous at all. All it required was some caution, driving in 2nd gear or low gear, and using your horn to signal when navigating sharp corners. Of course, having a car with good brakes is essential. If you need to purchase supplies, the last convenience shop along the roadside in front of the Orang Asli Stop Centre is your best bet. The Orang Asli One Stop Centre also features a bus station and other shops, although not all were fully operational during our visit. We stocked up on ice and other essentials here.
After covering a few more kilometers, we finally reached our destination, and it was well worth it. The place was stunning, with breathtaking views, a pristine river, a camping site, chalets, and clean toilets, both new and old. There's even a rubber tree where you can teach your child how to tap rubber tree gum. The chalets themselves are made of bamboo, and the nights are quite chilly, even with three blankets to ward off the cold. While there were mosquitoes, the owner had thoughtfully placed mosquito repellent coils under each house.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we definitely plan to return.