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Tanjung Tualang Tin Dredge No. 5

📍 Batu Gajah, Perak

★4.2(2,738 Google reviews)

Tanjung Tualang Tin Dredge No. 5 lets families climb the preserved industrial dredge using safety harnesses, with panoramic third-floor views and a hanging bridge maze for active kids.

✓ Harness climbing✓ Heritage mining site✓ Hanging bridge maze✓ Online booking required✓ Free exterior viewing
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★★★★★Featured review by J.S. Vun

The price might not be cheap but the experience was memorable that it gets a 5 star from me.. You are allowed to climb up the dredge and experience how it was to work there. The 3rd floor view is amazing. There is safety harness provided. Required online purchase. We bought ours on arrival. It was fast and smooth. We arrived on Monday 9am. No crowd. Just us. There is a A&W outlet right at the entrance at the time of writing this. The ticket includes entrance into the Maze. To get there you need to walk on narrow hanging bridge. It is quite a bit of walking on the bridge hanging from tree to tree. That is also another adventure. The maze itself is nothing much. This place is not for those who scared of height and have mobility issues.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Excellent for families with school-age children who enjoy history combined with physical adventure. The harness climb is the centrepiece — thrilling for kids comfortable with heights, unsuitable for anyone with height anxiety or mobility limitations. The outdoor dredge viewing is free if you want to assess before committing to the full tour.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Purchase guided tour tickets online before visiting — walk-up availability is not guaranteed
⏰The exterior dredge and public gallery can be viewed free without a ticket
đŸŽŸī¸Wear sturdy, closed shoes for the climbing sections
🚗Not suitable for visitors with height anxiety or sparse mobility

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.2
★★★★★

2,738 Google reviews

Unique harness climb and third-floor views45%
Educational tin mining history35%
Ticket cost feels high for some12%
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J.S. Vun

2 months ago

★★★★★

“The price might not be cheap but the experience was memorable that it gets a 5 star from me.. You are allowed to climb up the dredge and experience how it was to work there. The 3rd floor view is amazing. There is safety harness provided. Required online purchase. We bought ours on arrival. It was fast and smooth. We arrived on Monday 9am. No crowd. Just us. There is a A&W outlet right at the entrance at the time of writing this. The ticket includes entrance into the Maze. To get there you need to walk on narrow hanging bridge. It is quite a bit of walking on the bridge hanging from tree to tree. That is also another adventure. The maze itself is nothing much. This place is not for those who scared of height and have mobility issues.”

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Roslina Md Noor

3 months ago

★★★★★

“Kids would love here. Heritage site that give history of tin mining in Perak. You have to buy tickets via online to enter the dredging mining. Free parking. Location is along the main road from Batu Gajah Town towards Tg. Tualang town. Fast food and drinks vending machine are available to fill your stomach and to quench your thirst. Enjoy the dredging mine view under the tree.”

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CK C

a month ago

★★★★★

“The tin dredge was well preserved, and can be observed from the outside without having to buy a ticket. The public gallery is also free. There is a A&W too.”

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Samir Santra

2 months ago

★★★★★

“A Must-Visit Heritage Site in Batu Gajah "I visited Tanjung Tualang Tin Dredge No. 5 yesterday and it was a great experience! This historical site is well-maintained and provides a fascinating look into Malaysia's tin mining past. The guided tour inside the dredge is highly informative and essential if you want to understand how this massive 'floating factory' once operated. A few things to keep in mind for future visitors: Booking: You must purchase your tickets online in advance to secure a slot for the guided interior tour. Facilities: The site is convenient for families, with clean toilets available and ample parking. Museum: There is a small museum (gallery) on-site that showcases historical tools and educational content about the Kinta Valley's mining boom. It is a nice, peaceful place that is both educational and visually impressive. Highly recommended for history buffs or anyone looking for a unique stop near Ipoh." Quick Tips for Visitors (2026) Hours: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Tour Times: Guided tours typically run at set intervals (e.g., 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, etc.) and last about 45 to 60 minutes. Additional Activities: While there, you can also explore the TT5 Maze Park or try traditional tin panning (mendulang) for an extra fee.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

This heritage site in Batu Gajah preserves Malaysia's tin mining history through guided dredge tours with safety harnesses. Families climb the full structure to the third floor for sweeping views, then navigate a hanging bridge maze. An A&W restaurant and free parking are on-site. Tickets must be purchased online for the guided interior tour; the exterior and public gallery can be viewed without a ticket.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday09:00 – 18:00
Wednesday09:00 – 18:00
Thursday09:00 – 18:00
Friday09:00 – 18:00
Saturday09:00 – 18:00
Sunday09:00 – 18:00

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