Bentong Hot Spring Pahang
Bentong, Pahang (Malaysia), Malaysia
- Location
- Bentong, Pahang (Malaysia), Malaysia
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Bentong Hot Spring, in Pahang state, Malaysia, offers sulfurous water at 42°C. The site includes an open-air pool suited to wild bathing, surrounded by tropical jungle.
Insider tip — Bentong Hot Spring is set in a valley at the foot of the Titiwangsa Main Range, where geothermal heat pushes mineral-rich water to the surface amid lowland rainforest. It lies about 60 km east of Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway, making it a popular weekend escape for city residents. The site features footbath facilities and small pools shaded by tropical trees. Bentong town itself is known for its old-town coffee shops serving traditional Hakka cuisine — a perfect pairing after a soak.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.