Rivers and their tributaries are the lifeblood of Terengganu with early dwellings initially established on riverbanks. The quaint villages along Marang river display the traditional lifestyles of the locals amidst a flourishing fishing industry. Explore the Malaysian countryside and experience its wilderness on a boat cruise on the Marang river. The river winds its way through thick mangrove swamps, its banks home to a variety of animals like monkeys, monitor lizards, crabs, colourful birds, eagles and otters. Along its marshy banks exist numerous traditional villages, many of which are involved in local cottage industries like Attap leaves roof weaving and coconut sugar making.
