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Heavy duty gear is recommended
for if you intend stay 2 or more days in the jungle. Also if you are on
long treks, keep your back packs a light as possible and plan the items
that you need to carry.
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Leeches is generally not a
major problem but they can be a real nuisance if the weather is
wet or the ground is soggy. Insect repellent is normally sprayed on the
socks and shoes to keep them at bay.
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The staff manning the
Department of Wildlife at Taman Negara Resort should be able provide you
with first hand information on the trekking route that you intend
to embark on.
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Things to bring - as a general
guide - first aid kit, 1 medium/small
towel, bathing suite, joggers/walking shoes, slippers/flip-slops,
jumper/hat, cups & plates, toiletries, clothing, sleeping bag, insect
repellent, comfortable back pack, lighter, water bottle, raincoat and
torchlight
When choosing what clothes to bring, consider their weight (dry or wet!).
Avoid
jeans, jacket and other bulky apparel.
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Don't travel at night as visibility
is low.
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Don't drink unboiled or stagnant
water. If you have to, look for a moving stream with clear running
water.
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Don't eat any fruits or plants unless
you know they are edible.
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Don't leave camp without informing
others.
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Don't stray away from other trekkers.
Safety in numbers.
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Stay healthy. Don't take unnecessary
risks like climbing rocks and trees.
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Important items that a trekker must
possess - a large knife and waterproof matches or lighter.
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Check with your guide or expedition
leader whether it is save to swim in the river. Rivers may look save but
if there are heavy rain up stream, the river water level may swell in a
very short time and can sweep away even a very strong swimmer.
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If you are lost, back track and check
your bearings before continuing.
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Stay put because it would be easier
for the rescue teams to locate you than if you were to wander around
aimlessly.
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Listen to the sounds of water, either
stream of river. Follow it down stream until it leads you back to
civilization.
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Always think of self-preservation and
never take unnecessary risks.
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Try to leave some sort of mark along
your path bysystematically slashing leaves or tree barks so that you
can find your way back if necessary.
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