TASIK CERMIN IPOH — Attraction in Perak

Tasik Cermin Mirror Lake 1 is the larger lake but Tasik Cermin Lake 2 is smaller but you ride through a cave. Tasik Cermin, 31350. Hours are 9-6 pm but be there at least 1.5 to 2 hours before closing incase there is a line and crowds to enjoy the full experience. Restrooms are outside opposite the entrance near parking lot. Lake 2 is walking distance down the hill. There was a fee to enter and walk through the “Miners Tunnel” and you can just walk out to boat launch and take pictures without doing the boat ride. There is no discount for seniors 60+, for the Miners Tunnel but there will be a discount for seniors for the 20 min boat ride. Once you get to the other side of the tunnel there is a separate fee to ride the inflatable rubber type of boat. But total is around $9-10 pp total for the tunnel and boat ride. There are free lockers to put your bags near the ticket booth to buy tickets for the boat ride because no one is allowed onto the rubber boat with any bags. You can only take your camera and whatever fits in your pants pocket. The guide said the ideal time to go since it's called “Mirror Lake” is between 9 am to 11 am if you want to capture the reason why it's called Mirror Lake. It's because of the reflection of the sky and limestone hills onto the water. But if you come at a different time then he will show you what the reflection looks like from a picture on his phone. There is a 8 person limit on each boat and they will give you a life vest to wear and will seat you according to weight to balance out the boat. The guide will tell you about the lake and take pictures for you. Afterwards, walk down the hill past the parking lot and you can take the other boat ride at Mirror Lake 2. That lake is smaller but you will go through a cave and must watch your head. Afterwards, you can drive to Gunung Lang Recreational Park a few mins. Away by Grab and take another boat ride in a bigger lake inside of a park with picnic tables and many areas for children to play. The boat will make a stop for people to get off if they want to visit that area of the park . If not then stay on the boat and he will return to the original launch location. While waiting for the boat that seats 20 plus people moneys will run around hoping to snatch some food from the shop near the boat launch. It's so inexpensive for the boat ride . About MYR 2 pp. For a 15 min ride . Then afterwards you can go to GoChin agricultural farm to walk around and see pomelos growing on trees on their farm. Pomelos are famous and grow well because of the type of soil in IPOH. You can buy pomelos to eat if it is in season. If not they will have other fruits like guava, rose apple, papaya you can buy to try in their cafe area. Or you can buy their packages of dried pomelo after sampling it. They also sell drinks like bottled guava, starfruit juice or canned soda or bottled water. There are toilets and wash basin for washing your hands. Two family dogs may roam around. Joe is the best and can explain and answer any questions...

This ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating is very personal.

I'm rating this attraction that high because to me, it's worth the trip all the way to see the beauty of this geo feature while it lasts.

We don't know when it'll be screwed by manusia yang rakus.

When I went to Kek Lok Tong I was so disappointed at the view of bukit ditarah sampai tinggal secoet as soon as I went out of the cave. What an eyesore.

Now let's get real;

This attraction is located far from the main road. If you're getting a Grab ride, you're gonna have to deal with your driver whether or not they're willing to send you all the way to the parking area or pick you up from there. Based on my experience, the drivers avoid doing so — although there was no traffic problems at all. I went on Sunday.

Besides that, the place is not safe at the moment. The platforms need some fixing.

Please avoid bringing children here until they fix the holes. Please be responsible adults.

The boat ride is not available too. Hopefully the management will reconsider the fee (it was RM25) as I think it's expensive for a short ride.

No comment on the parking fee (coz I took Grab). But based on my observation, there're lots of parking spaces available.

The entrance fee is cheap. Only RM3.

When you enter the cave, it is dark so please be careful with your steps as the ground tak rata sangat.

Please bring water when you come here to stay hydrated, it could get really sunny and kinda dusty too.

Overall, I'm not a nature person at all but subhanallah it's beautiful you...

Tasik Cermin, Ipoh – A Hidden Gem Worth Visiting

I had the chance to visit Tasik Cermin for the first time, and it was very mesmerizing. I followed Waze to get there, and though it's tucked away, the journey was straightforward. If you're planning a trip to Ipoh, whether you're a local or an international tourist, this is definitely a hotspot you shouldn't miss.

I visited post-school holiday, so there was still a bit of a queue, but I was lucky that the crowd wasn't overwhelming. Tasik Cermin used to be an iron ore mining site, which adds a unique touch to the place. To get the citizen rate for the ticket, don't forget to bring your IC. Before you enter, you’ll walk through a mining cave that sets the tone for the adventure ahead.

Once you're there, the view is simply breathtaking. The calm, mirror-like lake nestled among cliffs is a sight to behold. I spent hours just sitting and watching people. The calm atmosphere was especially soothing during my visit, even though it was drizzling. In fact, I found the light rain added to the tranquility. Thankfully, I brought an umbrella just in case, but it didn't detract from the experience.

If you're planning to go, I recommend checking the weather beforehand if you're interested in taking a boat tour, as it can enhance the experience. But whether rain or shine, this place is a peaceful escape. I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves – they capture the true beauty of...