Just 12km away is a a splashing and exciting getaway, the FELDA Residence Hot Springs is nestled in the serene and lush forest patches, surrounded by hills and clear cold mountain streams and rivers. All 6.5 hectares enjoy the scenic view of well-tended oil palm plantation and durian orchard amidst a haven of tranquility. Its unique concept of a specially designed free flowing Hot Springs Swimming Pool and Therapeutic Park at the foothill of the Titiwangsa Range 200 feet above sea level is indeed creatively engineered to attract visitors who appreciate the wonders of nature.

The water flowing from the hot springs has several therapeutic healing effects. Since ancient times hot springs have been claimed to have positive effects on ailments (Link to Hot Springs sub site main page)

Conservation effort at this centre focuses on captive breeding programmes for the sambar deer and several other indigenous pheasant species. This 50 hectare centre was opened in 1971 to develop and maintain a sustainable genetic breeding pool for each of the rare and endangered species it maintains.

The ultimate aim of this centre is to release breeding stocks of these animals back into their natural environments. The Sungkai centre currently has about 63 Sambar deers, 15 Timor deer and 14 mouse-deers The pheasant species available here include 11 crested and great argus pheasants, 29 mountain and Malaysian peacocks, three green pea-fowls and 19 crestless and crested firebacks.

Popular also with touring school children on holiday-learning-excursions, this centre positively promotes the importance and necessity of fauna conservation amidst fast-paced modernization and growth.

The Orang Asli village within the vicinity is a welcoming venue for many with interest in natural living. It is a location whereby one can witness how culture and traditions have truly withstood the changing times. Although many of the children of the Orang Asli have come out into the modern world and hold professional positions in the corporate world, their culture and traditions remain intact.

Here, visitors can witness cooking demonstrations using bamboo and jungle leaves, starting fire the ancient way, jungle survival course, lessons in the use of jungle herbs, as well as the identification of exuberant flora and fauna. At this Orang Asli settlement you can also learn to use the traditional blow pipe, enjoy relaxing bird watching, and fun-filled campfire evenings.