Unlike public parks, Dusun Tok Wak operates primarily on an advance reservation system. This allows families and organized groups to enjoy private access to designated river picnic areas, campsites, and orchard space without overcrowding.
Opening Hours: Daily by advance reservation / booking (typically open during daylight hours from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM for day visits and meal packages).
Location: Situated in Kampung Kuala Kedua, Mukim Siong, in the Baling district of Kedah, near the road leading toward the Ulu Legong Hot Springs.
Address: Kampung Kuala Kedua, Mukim Siong, 09100 Baling, Kedah, Malaysia
Price Range: Budget to Mid-Range
Meal & Day-use Packages: Ranging from approximately RM 20 to RM 35 per person (includes custom traditional village set meals/BBQ served in or by the river).
Camping & Activities: Rates vary depending on selected activities (e.g., camping site rentals, jungle trekking, or fruit-tasting packages).
Highlights & Key Features
"Makan Dalam Sungai" Experience: Guests can dine at tables placed directly in the shallow, clear riverbed or atop large river rocks, eating authentic local dishes with cool mountain water flowing around their feet.
Traditional Kampung Feast: The menu features authentic traditional dishes such as gulai rias pisang (banana stem curry), ikan sungai (river fish), peka sam, grilled meats/seafood, nasi dalam buluh (bamboo rice), and fresh ulam-ulaman with custom sambal.
Seasonal Fruit Orchard: During the fruit harvest season (typically June to September), visitors can participate in harvesting and tasting fresh fruits like durian, mangosteen, rambutan, langsat, and dokong straight from the trees.
Stingless Bee Farm (Kelulut): The property includes a local stingless bee farm where visitors can sample fresh kelulut honey directly from hives or try honey-infused beverages.
Outdoor Activities: Serves as a base for river trekking, camping under the stars, or organized hikes up nearby peaks such as Gunung Gadong.
Visitor Tips
Book Ahead: Prior contact via WhatsApp is strongly recommended so the owners can reserve a private spot and prepare fresh meals.
Attire: Bring swimwear, river shoes, and a change of dry clothes if you plan to wade in the river or dine in the water.
Pest Protection: Since the property is a dense rainforest orchard, bringing insect repellent is recommended.