Last weekend, my friends and I were craving a real adventure. We had tried white water rafting at Sungai Kampar before, but this time, we wanted something wilder, something that would push us harder. That’s how we ended up at Sungai Selangor, one of the best places for white water rafting in Malaysia.
We left Kuala Lumpur early in the morning, the five of us packed into one car, still half-asleep but excited for what was coming.
The drive took about an hour, which gave us just enough time to wake up and mentally prepare. Before heading to the rafting site, we stopped in Kuala Kubu Bharu for breakfast.
The little town had a charming, old-school vibe, and the local food was perfect for fueling up. We ate nasi lemak and roti canai, laughing and hyping each other up for the challenge ahead.
When we arrived at the rafting base, reality hit us. The river looked fierce. The water was rushing fast, weaving through massive rocks, and the sound of the rapids echoed through the valley. This was no joke.
Our guide welcomed us with a grin, probably recognizing the mix of excitement and nervousness on our faces. He gave us a safety briefing, explaining how to paddle, how to work as a team, and what to do if we got thrown into the water. We nodded along, but let’s be honest—nothing could have prepared us for what was about to happen.
At first, the river was calm. We paddled through smooth waters, surrounded by lush greenery. It felt peaceful, almost too peaceful. But then, in the distance, we heard it—a deep, powerful roar. Our guide shouted, “First Canyon! Get ready!”
Before we knew it, the raft lunged forward, straight into the raging whitewater. Waves crashed over us, soaking everyone instantly. The raft jolted up and down, slamming against the current. I paddled as hard as I could, my arms already burning. One of my friends nearly fell out, but we yanked him back just in time. The adrenaline rush was insane. This wasn’t just fun—it was a full-body workout, and we were only getting started.
As we continued further down, we came to the next monster rapid—Chicken Drop. The guide had told us about this one, and now we understood why it had such a crazy name. The river suddenly disappeared beneath us.
It felt like we had reached the edge of a waterfall. The raft tipped forward, and for a split second, we were airborne before slamming into the water below.
A massive wave hit us straight in the face, blinding us for a moment. We screamed, we laughed, we paddled like our lives depended on it. The river was throwing everything at us, but we refused to give up.
And then came the final test—Second Canyon. This one was pure chaos. The current was stronger, the rocks sharper, and the rapids more unpredictable. We had to stay focused, working as a team to keep the raft from flipping. My arms felt like jelly, my shoulders burned, and my legs ached from bracing against the raft. But stopping wasn’t an option. We pushed through, fighting against the river’s power, giving it everything we had.
Then, suddenly, it was over. We shot out of the rapids into calmer waters, panting, soaked, and completely exhausted. We had done it. We had conquered white water rafting at Sungai Selangor, and it was by far the best rafting experience we had ever had. Compared to Sungai Kampar, this was on another level—bigger rapids, crazier drops, and an adrenaline rush that we would never forget.
We had a rest stop at a waterfall and took some photos. It was a well earned rest while we took a breather from the rapids we went through.
As we floated toward the finish point, we looked at each other, grinning like fools. Our arms ached, our bodies were drained, but our spirits were soaring. This wasn’t just an adventure—it was a test of strength, teamwork, and pure determination.
If you’re looking for something that will get your heart racing and your muscles working, Sungai Selangor is the place to be. Trust me, once you take on these rapids, you’ll never settle for anything less.
The above experience was shared by
Rashid Salam
