MATANG MANGROVE FOREST RESERVE十八丁红树林
WOODED MANGROVE FORESTS & NATIVE WILDLIFE
DESCRIPTION:
Matang Mangrove Eco-educational Centre (MMEC) was established in 1992 and is managed by Perak State Forestry Department with the aim to provide recreation facilities, eco-tourism opportunities and improve public awareness regarding the importance of forestry. Matang mangrove is acknowledged as being one of the best-managed mangroves in the world with a management history of more than 100 years. Due to its unique habitats and ecosystems, high in biodiversity, and reputation of remarkable sustainable forest management, Matang not only has become a renowned destination for ecotourism, but also a center for research and education activities.
Visitors are able to learn about the mangrove ecosystem while strolling on the boardwalk which zigzags through a stretch of mangrove forest featuring different flora and fauna. A day in Matang mangrove would absolutely satisfy photographers with amazing scenery and also wildlife shots. Other facilities that have been developed here are interpretation centers, accommodations facilities (i.e. chalet, dormitory, and campsite), halls, car parks, toilets and so on.