I
was on a trip to Tasik Beris (Lake Beris) Sik, Kedah for 2 days for a team
building activity organised by my company in July 2015. Our journey started at
10.00am from Penang to Sik, Kedah and the
entire journey took us approximately 2 hour and 15 minutes. This remote and isolated area lies on the north flank of
Kedah state, bordering Thailand, with the nearest major town being Gurun.
To
get there, we exit Gurun/Yan/Jeniang/Sik from the North-South Expressway. After the
Gurun toll plaza, the bus we took turned right at the junction and head towards Jeniang and Sik.
The journey to Beris Lake from there took us approximately another 45 minutes (approx.
48-50km) and passing by green paddy fields, villages and remote areas. Tasik Beris is located in Sik, Kedah and it is
famous for its grape vineyard too. The vineyard is located on the right side,
before reaching Beris Lake Resort.
Woke up to this beautiful view |
Woke up to this beautiful view |
Peace, strength and serenity |
Back to Nature |
Back to Nature |
The "Durian" also known as "king of fruits" is distinctive for its large size, strong odour and formidable thorn-covered husk |
I must have flowers, always, and always |
What's a garden without butterflies? |
“What's that smell?" |
"Sometimes there has to be a goat on some level, and I'm totally fine with that being me"
|
An ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain |
“Peace begins with a smile” - Mother Teresa |
If you have gained the trust of a horse, you've won a friend for life |
As we travel along Sik, and the sky was clear and we were blessed
to watch such beautiful scenery. The lake here acts like a perfect mirror,
reflecting the image of the sky! Indeed beautiful.
We
started our first day with water activities like Water Confident and Lake
Crossing. Everyone was feeling a little
nervous as we were not ready for this. During the lake crossing activity, all
of us were given the task of moving all our members to an island with
approximately 180 meters far. To complete the task, we were given life jackets
and a long rope. The walk across the lake was challenging but completely worth
it. All you need for all these activities are just physical fitness, stamina
and of course proper attire.
Our second obstacle - lake crossing activity |
Our second obstacle - lake crossing activity |
Our second obstacle - lake crossing activity |
Our
day 1 night outing was the jungle trekking, which lasted for nearly 1 ½
hour(s). The trek was very steeps with uneven surfaces to climb over with every
step. During that point, I was convinced I was going to injure myself or worse slip!
Well, after much effort and struggles we made it to the top, of course with proper
guidance from the instructor. There we learnt about the jungles and how to
survive in it and above all, we learnt to enjoy the jungles too!
Team work makes dream work |
"Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships" - Michael Jordan |
Unity is strength |
"Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships" - Michael Jordan |
Sports foster many things that are good, teamwork and leadership - Daley Thompson |
Self-built bamboo raft |
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much |
We
continued on our journey across this vast lake and the scenery was so
captivating that I really enjoyed this trip. The place was stunningly beautiful
and it gets better during sunset. The sun was merciful, cloudy and the place
was cool. I must admit that for this trip, I brought back something that worth
more than our team trophies which are: Friendship and Great Memories!
Overall, it was a fruitful trip with beautiful
scenery, nice weather, fresh air and good mood!
And check-out our two-day team-building programme here:
Day 1: 31 July 2015
Morning: Penang → Tasik Beris, Sik, Kedah
Afternoon: Arrival and Check-in → Lunch → Water Safety Briefing → Water Confident and Lake Crossing (180 meter) Activities → Afternoon Tea (Durian Buffet)
Evening: Seafood BBQ Dinner → Night Jungle Trekking → Supper
Day 2: 1 August 2015
Morning: Breakfast → Build Bamboo Raft → Morning Tea
Afternoon: Rafting Activity to Gazambo Island → Explore Gazambo Island → Cruise along Beris Lake & Lunch → Check-out
Evening: Depart home
Activities:
◊Lake Crossing (180 meter)
◊Water Confident
◊Kayaking / Bamboo Rafting
◊Day / Night Jungle and Forest Trekking
◊Flying Fox
◊Explore Gazambo Island
◊Cruise along Beris Lake
◊Picnic / Camping
◊Animal Farm
◊Explore tropical and sub-tropical fruits orchard (durian, rambutan, cempedak)
◊Other nature experience(s)
Accommodation:
D’Puncak Bris Lake Resort
Tasik Beris (Lake Beris) Resort, 08200 Sik, Kedah, Malaysia
Telephone: +60134290084
e-mail: puncakberis@yahoo.com
Facebook: D' Puncak Bris Lake Resort
Place(s) of Interest:
Beris Lake Vineyard (Ladang Anggur Tasik Beris)
Address: Lot 264, Kampung Ternas
08200 Sik, Kedah Darul Aman
Telephone: +604-4620466
Mobile: +019-5667908
Fax: +604-4620611
e-mail: excel_agro@yahoo.com
Opening Hour(s): 9.30 am - 6.30 pm
Activity: Self-Harvesting : RM40/kg
Estate Entry: Adult – RM6.00
Day 1: 31 July 2015
Morning: Penang → Tasik Beris, Sik, Kedah
Afternoon: Arrival and Check-in → Lunch → Water Safety Briefing → Water Confident and Lake Crossing (180 meter) Activities → Afternoon Tea (Durian Buffet)
Evening: Seafood BBQ Dinner → Night Jungle Trekking → Supper
Day 2: 1 August 2015
Morning: Breakfast → Build Bamboo Raft → Morning Tea
Afternoon: Rafting Activity to Gazambo Island → Explore Gazambo Island → Cruise along Beris Lake & Lunch → Check-out
Evening: Depart home
Activities:
◊Lake Crossing (180 meter)
◊Water Confident
◊Kayaking / Bamboo Rafting
◊Day / Night Jungle and Forest Trekking
◊Flying Fox
◊Explore Gazambo Island
◊Cruise along Beris Lake
◊Picnic / Camping
◊Animal Farm
◊Explore tropical and sub-tropical fruits orchard (durian, rambutan, cempedak)
◊Other nature experience(s)
Accommodation:
D’Puncak Bris Lake Resort
Tasik Beris (Lake Beris) Resort, 08200 Sik, Kedah, Malaysia
Telephone: +60134290084
e-mail: puncakberis@yahoo.com
Facebook: D' Puncak Bris Lake Resort
Place(s) of Interest:
Beris Lake Vineyard (Ladang Anggur Tasik Beris)
Address: Lot 264, Kampung Ternas
08200 Sik, Kedah Darul Aman
Telephone: +604-4620466
Mobile: +019-5667908
Fax: +604-4620611
e-mail: excel_agro@yahoo.com
Opening Hour(s): 9.30 am - 6.30 pm
Activity: Self-Harvesting : RM40/kg
Estate Entry: Adult – RM6.00
“We live in a wonderful world that is full of
beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if
only we seek them with our eyes open” – Jawaharial Nehru
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travel dates (2015) and therefore subject to change(s).
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