Good pointers for questions pertaining to Eco-tourism

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Extract from Editor’s Note – Virtual Malaysia Magazine
Good travel ideas with regards to eco-tourism

“ With its vast natural resources encompassing pristine 130-million year old tropical rainforests, rushing rapids , placid lakes, breathtaking shores and islands, as well as rugged landscapes, Malaysia today is becoming a favourite eco-destination for visitors from all over the world.

Coupled with easy access to seemingly remote sites as well as the availability of various categories of accomodation within easy distance, many natural places of interest in Malaysia are becoming choice destinations among nature loving travellers as well as endurance sports enthusiasts.

Attested by the rapidly growing number of extreme sportingevents as well as nature challenges in the country that see high international and local participation, we can safely say that Malaysia is fast securing a place as a favourite eco-venue in the region.

From less arduous feats like short jungle treks and angling to full-fledge extreme sporting events such as white-water kayaking, 4-wheel competitions, eco-challenges and rock climbing, the options awaiting eco-travellers and adventure-lovers abound.

Activities such as eco-challenges in Taman Negara and Kuala Kubu, kayaking down the choppy Kenaboi river, the punishing yet rewarding climb to the peak of Mount Tahan, and the vast potentials awaiting visitors to Kenyir Lake, all speak of the growing recognition of Malaysia's great outdoors and its timeless natural world.

With this recognition, comes greater awareness of nature conservtion, which Msia can proudly claim to have done wisely with it numerous state and national parks, forest reserves, marine parks as well as recreational forest reserves. There is one within easy reach from all major towns and cities and few places can boast of primeval natural destinations just less than an hour's drive from the capital or any major city in the country.

Growing public awareness and appreciation, which is also being fuelled by the increasing interest in eco-travel, spell a good future for the country's natural reserves, which may soon see Malaysia becoming a top eco-destination."