Conservation fee for Tasik Dayang Bunting to go up in Dec
LANGKAWI: The conservation fee for popular tourist hotspot Tasik Dayang Bunting will be increased by RM4 and RM14 for Malaysians and foreign tourists, respectively, starting Dec 1.
Langsura Geopark Sdn Bhd (Langsura), the company that manages the lake's conservation, announced the fee increment on its Facebook page today.
"The conservation fee for Malaysian citizens will be RM10 for adults and RM5 for children, while for non-Malaysians it will be RM20 (adults) and RM10 (children).
"Langkawi residents, persons with disabilities, children under six, as well as public and private sector employees working in Langkawi will not be charged," the statement read.
Previously, the conservation fee for Malaysian visitors was fixed at RM3 for adults and RM1 for children, while foreign tourists were charged RM6 (adults) and RM3 (children).
According to the statement, the new fee structure is based on the improved and added facilities now available at the lake, offering better safety, comfort and appeal.
"This includes the provision of a safe walkway and scenic viewing platforms that extend to the 'miracle border' of the lake.
"Malaysian visitors will also be provided with safety jackets for leisure activities around the lake without the need to rent or bring their own safety gear," it added.
The company said another justification for the increase is the provision of safer, user-friendly infrastructure and efforts to maintain the cleanliness and beauty of the lake's surroundings.
"Tasik Dayang Bunting is a geological heritage site, a lake formed by the collapse of a doline cave roof. It is recognised as a Unesco Global Geopark and has immense natural heritage value.
"Langsura will ensure this heritage is preserved from damage, pollution, and other harm," it said.
Source : https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/10/1124291/conservation-fee-tasik-dayang-bunting-go-dec
