What Other Fish Species Can You Catch in Rompin Other Than Sailfish

Most of you know the number one target species for most visitors to Kuala Rompin is the Indo-Pacific sailfish. So, what other species are caught either as by-catch or targeted species? Below are some of the more notable or sporting species for rod and line. Although not a comprehensive list of species, this should give […]

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Pacu Fishing in Empangan Air Kuning (Air Kuning Dam)

This is certainly one of the best places to fish for pacu in Malaysia, if not THE BEST. In 2007 Nik Rahimi was granted permission to develop the Air Kuning Dam or popularly known locally as Empangan Air Kuning (EAK), into a recreational fishing park. A Pacu Paradise EAK is located inside Taman Botani Negara

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Post Event Report – The Malaysia International Fly Fishing Festival 2012.

Held on 16-17 September 2012 in Malaysia, this I think, is the first of such event on this scale ever organised in Asia. Definitely the first in the region. And what a success it was. [This article was first published in October 2, 2012 and updated on July 21, 2022.] Click to see the Pre-Event

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pacu fishing pond Kuala Lumpur

Going to Empangan Air Kuning Fishing Pond – Video Guide for First Timers

The fishing and especially pacu fishing action in Empangan Air Kuning (EAK) is well-known among regular locals, at times the fishing action can be epic. But getting into the pond can be a little complicated for those who’s never been and has no one to guide the way in. EAK is located within a forest

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Irhamy and David in front of the houseboat

Guide to Surviving a Houseboat at Temenggor – Royal Belum, Malaysia.

A very popular way of enjoying the huge lakes of Belum-Temenggor and Kenyir are living aboard houseboats for a couple of days. You get to experience the wilderness of a rainforest lake yet have some modern amenities and conveniences albeit basic. (This post was originally written in December 2011, and updated in February 2022) What

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