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CAMERON HIGHLANDS

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Cameron Highlands

There is much to see and do in Cameron Highlands, the largest of Malaysia’s highland resorts. Be it walks through lovely little villages and charming butterfly, strawberry and honey bee farms, or visits to delightful Tudor-style country inns and sprawling tea plantations, this resort will captivate you with its rustic charm. Situated 1,500m above sea level, about two hours’ drive from Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands comprises a series of little townships that include Ringlet, Tanah Rata, Brinchang, Tringkap, Kuala Terla and Kampung Raja.

Contact Info

Tourism Pahang

No. 33 & 33A ICT Hub, Indian Town, Jalan Putra Square 4,25200 Kuantan, Pahang

THE ADVENTURE BEGINS

The journey from the foot of the hill to the summit is an adventure in itself. You can get there via the town of Tapah or through the new highway at Simpang Pulai. The route via Tapah takes you past natural waterfalls, hot springs, Orang Asli (indigenous people) villages, religious shrines, souvenir shops, roadside markets and much more. A quick stop at Kuala Woh unveils a recreational park with natural hot springs, while further on at Chenderiang and Lata Iskandar, beautiful cascading waterfalls beckon.

RINGLET

Ringlet, the first of the Cameron Highlands townships lies 1,135m above sea level. If you are driving, you will probably want to stop here for petrol and to take in the surrounding attractions that include a market, a temple, a magnificent Tudor-style hotel called The Lakehouse and several delightful flower nurseries. A right turn just after Habu will lead you past a multitude of vegetable farms and straight to the sprawling Boh Tea Estate where you can tour the Boh factory and indulge in a cup of freshly-brewed tea. If you are feeling a little adventurous, you may want to get off the beaten track and try the Dayang Endah trail that will lead you to the Robinson Waterfall. These hills also offer a host of other trails that involve either a gentle stroll or a half-day trek for the very fit.


Back on the main road to Tanah Rata, you will come across the Cameron Bharat Tea Plantation and the Tea Shop with its unique souvenirs, scrumptious scones and more tea. In the valley below, the enchanting dark green terraces of the tea plantation are the perfect backdrop for a photo.

TANAH RATA

At 1,300m above sea level, the main township of Tanah Rata offers attractions like the MARDI Agro-Technology Park, the Parit Waterfall and Homestay Taman Sedia. There is no lack of accommodation here as you can choose from a range of first class hotels, motels and apartments. If you want to experience a bit of nostalgia, drop by Bala’s Holiday Chalet or the Smokehouse Hotel, both reminiscent of country inns. The Smokehouse Hotel has managed to retain much of its country house charm complete with latticed windows, wooden beams and a rose garden with white wrought iron garden furniture. Its interiors, filled with antiques from a bygone era, portraits of the British Royal family, rich dark carpets, heavy sofas and four-poster beds, complete the pretty picture.

BRINCHANG BECKONS

Five kilometres up the road is Brinchang, the highest-lying township in Cameron Highlands. Its attractions include a Sikh temple, the ornate Sam Poh Temple, numerous amenities and a handicraft centre. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy teeing off at the 18-hole Sultan Ahmad Shah Golf Club, the only course on the hill. The nearby Cactus Valley, which features thousands of cacti on display, also boasts a comprehensive variety of plants and foliage as well as apple trees, passion fruit and other temperate climate fruits. Several strawberry farms dot the area. Some grow strawberries organically in coconut husks placed on stilt-like platforms off the ground. Here you can pay a small fee to pick fresh succulent strawberries or simply purchase the assortment of homemade jam or dried strawberries.

A short distance away, the Multicrops Central Market and Kea Farm offer you fresh highland produce at a fraction of city prices. From vegetables, to multi-coloured flowers and dainty little souvenirs, you will want to spend some time here exploring the many delightful finds. On your descent, stop by the Butterfly Farm and Butterfly Garden to view the many beautiful species, including the renowned Rajah Brooke birdwing butterfly. Nearby, strategically placed giant replicas of honey bees will lead you to the Ee Feng Gu Honey Bee Farm. Here, you can view bees gathering pollen amidst the plush sweet scented gardens and orchards, as well as savour and purchase bottles of pure honey. Do also drop by the adjacent Rose Valley where about 450 varieties of roses flourish. On the left of the Butterfly Farm is the picturesque Sungai Palas Boh Tea Estate. Stop by at the factory to learn about tea processing or watch an audio visual presentation and sample some Cameronian tea. The same road leads you to Gunung Brinchang, reputedly the highest road in Peninsular Malaysia at 2,000m above sea level. Enjoy the panoramic views from the mountaintop.

THE DESCENT

If you came up the hill via Tapah, you may want to try the newer Simpang Pulai route on your descent to Highway Exit 137 leading to the North-South Expressway. This new 59km road is a pleasant scenic drive as the turns are not so tight.

On the way down, you will pass the Blue Valley Tea Estate and the townships of Tringkap, Kuala Terla and Kampung Raja as well as farming communities living on the hillside. The enchanting views of the Peninsular’s main mountain range and the luxuriant mist-filled forests, will take your breath away.

GETTING TO CAMERON HIGHLANDS

Cameron Highlands is accessible either via Tapah or the new highway at Simpang Pulai. If you are driving up from Kuala Lumpur, the Simpang Pulai exit is another 45 minutes north of Tapah along the North-South Expressway. The ascent along this route is much smoother and less precarious than the route from Tapah. Bus and taxi services are available from the TBS bus terminal in Kuala Lumpur and will take you all the way up to Tanah Rata. Alternatively, take a train to Tapah and then continue your journey.

Tips

Cameron Highlands offers many delightful jungle trails for nature lovers. However, during poor weather conditions, please consult your hotel or guesthouse on the suitability of the trails before embarking on your trek. It is advisable that you begin earlier in the day and not late in the afternoon, as some of these walks may take up to a few hours, and you may not finish before nightfall. Do inform your hosts or local authorities of the route you are taking, and when you plan to get back.

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01. INTRO

06. GENTING HIGHLANDS

10. CAMERON HIGHLANDS

14. FRASER’S HILL

18. BUKIT LARUT

22. KINABALU PARK

26. KUNDASANG

30. BERJAYA HILLS

34. PENANG HILL

38. JANDA BAIK

41. MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE

42. TOURISM MALAYSIA OFFICES

Itinerary

Let the Fun Begin
Sarawak Cultural
Berjaya Times Square Theme Park
Bangi Wonderland Theme Park & Resort
Wet World Shah Alam
KidZania Kuala Lumpur
Sunway Lagoon

Bukit Gambang Resort City

Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast

LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort

A’ Famosa Resort

99 Wonderland Park

Resorts World Genting

Bukit Merah Laketown Resort

Lost World of Tambun

The Splash Out Langkawi

ESCAPE Penang

Monsopiad Heritage Village

Mari Mari Cultural Village

1 INTRODUCTION

4-12 DOING THE SIGHTS

14 - 17 TROPICAL ENCLAVES

18 - 22 TREASURE TROVES

23 - 25 RELAX AND REJUVENATE

26 - 28 ENTHRALLING PERFORMANCES

29 - 31 CELEBRATIONS GALORE

33 - 37 ENTERTAINMENT AND EXCITEMENT

28 - 44 SENSATIONAL SHOPPING

45 - 49 EATING OUT

52 - 55 BEYOND THE CITY

56 - 67 - USEFUL INFORMATION

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Langkawi

The Jewel of Kedah

Welcome

5. LANGKAWI – YOUR FIRST STOP, KUAH

8. BEACHES & CRUISING

10. NATURE’S BEST IN LANGKAWI

14. RICH ISLAND CULTURE

16. THINGS TO DO, SIGHTS TO SEE

22. SAILING IN LANGKAWI

24. LIVE ACTION ON THE ISLAND

25. SHOPPING & DINING

26. ACCOMMODATION

28. GETTING TO LANGKAWI

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30. USEFUL CONTACTS

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03. SELAMAT DATANG

05. CENTRAL REGION

06. KUALA LUMPUR

22. SELANGOR

32. PUTRAJAYA

41. SOUTHERN REGION

42. NEGERI SEMBILAN

52. MELAKA

64. JOHOR

71. NORTHERN REGION

78. PERAK


88. PENANG

100. KEDAH

112. PERLIS

119. EAST COAST REGION

120. PAHANG

132. TERENGGANU

146. KELANTAN

159. EAST MALAYSIA REGION

160. SABAH

180. SARAWAK

196. LABUAN

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