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Having Fun in the Cameron Highlands
One of the most popular and picturesque destinations in the whole of Malaysia, the Cameron Highlands attracts visitors of all ages and from all over the world. Many people plan to simply pass through the Cameron Highlands and end up extending their stay for several days or even weeks as there are so many interesting things to do here activities can be arranged through a number of reputable companies.
Group Activities
Jungle Trekking
Those who are reasonably fit and have a strong sense of adventure will ant to spend several hours exploring the jungles of the Cameron Highlands. Jungle trails lead trekkers to natural features such as sparkling waterfalls and streams, and by far the best way to get the most out of this experience is by booking a tour through one of the many companies that can be found in the Cameron Highlands.
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is a great way to get fit while exploring and mountain bikes can be hired from a range of businesses including cheap Cameron Highlands hotels. By far the best way to get the most out of mountain biking is to join up with one of the groups that travel here regularly from places such as the city of Kuala Lumpur. While many of the well-worn mountain biking trails are not for the faint of heart, those who prefer to take it easy can find plenty of gentle trails to ride along.
Tea Plantations Tour
Available at the Boh Tea Plantations, Bharat Tea Estate and Sungai Palas Estate, tea plantation tours a great way to gain a little insight in the importance of the Cameron Highlands. There are five distinctly different stages involved in the tea process and staff at the plantations take the time to explain these to visitors as well as demonstrating the machinery involved.
Golf
Situated between Brinchang and Tanah Rata, the Cameron Highland’s 18 hole golf course is open to all and this is a great place to relax and unwind for a while. Even those who have never held a golf club before are welcome to play a round or two and the area’s stunning scenery and fresh mountain air make playing golf here an uplifting experience.
Solo Activities
Hiking
Hiking to the mighty peak of Gunung Brinchang is a popular activity in the Cameron Highlands and visitors simply need to follow trail number one from Brinchang, which starts around 10kms from the main road. This stunningly beautiful walk takes between two and three hours and the going is easy as the gradient is fairly gentle, while there are also plenty of other places to hike in the Cameron Highlands.
Brinchang Night Market
Held every Friday and Saturday evening, Brinchang night market is a great place to dine as a wide range of dishes are sold in the market’s food section and prices are extremely reasonable. After tucking into a delicious plate of pizza, noodles or potato balls washed down with the local favourite drink known as ‘iced kachang’ and followed with fresh strawberries, visitors can shop for locally produced handicrafts and traditional batik fabric.
Bird Wtching
The jungles of the Cameron Highlands are simply teeming with colourful birds, meaning that keen bird watchers will really be in their element here. Birders will be able to spend plenty of time looking for the some 70 bird species that are said to live here, which includes trogons, whistling thrushes and forktails, while the area is also inhabited by black panthers, viper snakes and green lizards.
About the Author
Lek Boonlert is an editor and content reviewer at DirectRooms and is responsible for all Cameron Highlands Hotels content.
NAHBS 2011 – Kish Fabrication BMX Cruiser & Ti Townie
