Perak: Jok Maduh D'Kenang has the potential to become a model of ecotourism based on the Orang Asli community that is safe, sustainable, and generates local economy, said Perak Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development Committee chairman Loh Sze Yee. Loh highlighted that the main uniqueness of the location is its site within an Orang Asli settlement, which provides safety for visitors despite being in a natural and forest environment. The 0.4 hectare area features a camping site and a rest area with a village concept using natural materials like bamboo and wood, suitable for leisure activities including family camping.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Loh mentioned that the main attraction of the area is Sungai Korbu, characterized by its shallow, not too fast flow and fairly flat bottom, which makes it safe for children, the elderly, and visitors of all ages. The development is proceeding in phases, starting with a river area friendly to everyone, before expanding to faster rivers, forest activities, and preserved waterfall visits. He spoke about these developments at a press conference after officiating the opening of Jok Maduh D'Kenang at the Kampung Kenang Orang Asli Village.

Also present at the event were Harulnizam Abd Rahman, director of the Perak/Kedah Orang Asli Development Department (JAKOA), and Faizal Parish, director of the Global Environment Centre (GEC). Loh added that the Jok Maduh D'Kenang project, initiated in March 2024 and completed in July 2025, was a collaboration among various parties, including the Kampung Kenang Baru Orang Asli Cooperative, the Ministry of Finance (MOF), Yayasan Hasanah, GEC, and JAKOA, with an estimated total investment of around RM500,000.

He emphasized that the launch of this destination is a significant opportunity to introduce the uniqueness of Malaysia's natural environment and the culture of the local Temiar Orang Asli community to the world, in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (TMM2026). The state government supports this effort by focusing on high-quality community-based tourism products that provide direct benefits to local residents, particularly in ecotourism and cultural tourism.

Loh further explained that the area is continuously monitored by local residents, ensuring security, and its location within the village facilitates easy assistance in emergencies. He noted that the Orang Asli people are very sensitive to the environment and can detect signs of danger, including the presence of wild animals, making the area unique and safe. Loh concluded that Jok Maduh D'Kenang, meaning 'Let's go to Kenang,' could serve as a model to be expanded to other areas, especially in Orang Asli settlements, as part of efforts to enhance the state's tourism ecosystem and improve the economic well-being of rural communities.