Best Things to Do and Places to Visit in Cameron Highlands

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07 Sep 2022 - 6 min read

Things to do in Cameron Highlands - Cameron Highlands is one of the holiday spots in Pahang that people of Malaysia love to visit. Because this place is in the highlands, the temperature is cool and the air is comfortable. The view is also really beautiful. No wonder this tourist destination is always crowded during weekends or school holidays.

For those of you who are coming to Malaysia for the first time, some places that you will definitely visit are usually Kuala Lumpur with its Twin Tower. Malaysia is a country that is a favorite of Indonesian tourists. Apart from being a cognate, the language and culinary tastes are similar.

Many flights serve the purpose of Kuala Lumpur and other major cities. Ticket prices from Indonesia to get there are quite cheap. You can get it on the Traveloka application. If you want to experience traveling abroad, Malaysia is the right choice.

The History of Cameron Highlands

Did you know that Cameron Highlands is a resort center in the famous highlands of peninsular Malaysia? Cameron Highland is located in the southwest of Pahang, a Province that still has a lot of forests.

Geographically Cameron Highlands is located at 1,829 meters above sea level. The average temperature there ranges from 10 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius. Not as cold as in the four seasons countries but you still have to bring a thick jacket if you don't want to get cold.

Apart from being a place of rest (or escape from reality), Cameron Highlands is also famous for its high-quality crops such as tea, fruits, vegetables, and flowers, which are rare to find elsewhere. This is because the cool and fresh weather conditions are very suitable for certain plants, for example, tea leaves, flowers such as carnations, and strawberries. Simple climate plants can also be planted in this area.

You may be curious, where did the name "Cameron" come from? Well, this name is taken from William "Cameron", a surveyor from England who accidentally found this place. In the 18th century, precisely in 1885 William Cameron and his assistant named Kulop Riau made an expedition. The purpose of this trip is to map the Banjar Titiwangsa area. Unexpectedly, this journey took several months.

On the way, they climbed to the top of Pondok Challi mountain. It was at this moment that William Cameron discovered a highland area measured 1800 meters above sea level.

Too bad at that time he failed to indicate the exact location on the map he made. But William Cameron is a person who never gives up, even though it took a long time, namely in 1920 he was finally back again. This time he managed to mark the area on his map. That's a little story about how this area was discovered and named Cameron Highlands. Unlike Indonesia, which was colonized by the Dutch, Malaysia is one of the countries colonized by the British.

After that, the popularity of Cameron Highlands continued to increase. There is a lot of potential in this area because it is suitable for plantations. Roads were also built so that people could easily access the highlands. Until now, its popularity has never dropped.

There are many highlands in Malaysia such as Genting Highlands, Fraser's Hill, Bukit Tinggi, and also Cameron Highlands. However, each place has its own uniqueness. If you feel confused about where to go, you just need to determine where you want to go to do what activity.

Best Things to Do in Cameron Highlands

As we know Genting Highlands has many casinos which make it famous as a place of entertainment. Fraser's Hill is suitable for those seeking tranquility, and so are Bukit Tinggi and Cameron Highlands. Whatever it is, the highlands always have beautiful views

Now, what activities can be done when we choose to vacation in Cameron Highland? Here are some recommendations:

1. Enjoy The Purple Atmosphere at Cameron Lavender Garden

Cameron Lavender Garden -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

How does it feel when out of sight what you see is purple lavender? You can find this view at Cameron Lavender Garden. This is a lavender-themed farming and development complex located between Tringkap and Kuala Terla. It is about 4km north of Kea Farm in Brinchang along the main road.

It's no wonder why Cameron Lavender Garden is such a popular place. People come to this place to enjoy the beautiful lavender fields with a variety of other continental flowers on display. There are also colorful figurines of cartoon characters and other objects inspired by rural European landscapes.

You can also find cartoon Disney castles with fish ponds, mini windmill decks, cafes, and viewing platforms. Meanwhile, inside the fort complex which contains a wishing tree and a confectionery boutique.

It doesn't end there, visitors can also explore strawberry plantations, large flower nurseries, mini markets, and shopping centers to buy souvenirs. This tourist destination is open every day from 9 am to 6 pm.

2. Shopping at Brinchang Night Market

Brinchang Night Market -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

An information that you need to know, this night market is not open every day. Brinchang Night Market is open on weekends, namely Saturdays and Sundays as well as on other Malaysian national holidays. Oh yes, during school holidays, this market is also open.

Usually, this market starts operating from four in the afternoon until late at night. There's a lot you can do besides take a walk. One of them is to try market snacks.

Actually, this market has been moved to Golden Hill, Ruil River. But you don't need to be confused because the new location is not far from the original market location of the old Brinchang Night Market. You can find various unique souvenirs such as key chains in the form of strawberries or lavender, then there are also fresh vegetables and fruits typical of Cameron Highlands. There are also many stalls that sell local cuisine at affordable prices.

3. Relax at Ladang The Boh Sungei Pala

Ladang The Boh Sungei Pala -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

For those of you who feel tired from a hectic daily routine, with views of the office cubicle and also the busy streets when coming home from work, relaxing becomes something fun. Especially if it is added with a fresh atmosphere, cold air, and beautiful green scenery.

Take a walk in the middle of the expanse of tea fields. Watching for yourself how these plants are grown and picked can make you more refreshed. You can even run and scream with joy without anyone giving you weird looks.

You'll need to hike to the top of The Boh Sungei Pala Farm to find a cafe serving tea and delicious snacks like croissants. The tea served is a tea that comes from their own fields. The interior of this cafe is very modern, plus the serene atmosphere and beautiful view, your relaxing time is perfect.

4. YZ Agro Farm

Strawberry Farm in Cameron Highlands -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

YZ Agro Farm is a strawberry farm that offers the experience of picking your own strawberries.

This place is perfect for those of you who come to Cameron Highlands while bringing your family, especially children. In addition to being a place to relax, YZ Farm is very suitable as a means of educating children in recognizing plants that can live in the highlands. They will have direct experience by seeing, holding, and picking their own fruit. This moment will certainly be special and unforgettable.

There are also provided facilities that make visitors feel comfortable. If you feel hungry. You can find cafes that offer heavy dishes such as nasi lemak and mie kari. In addition, you can also enjoy light dishes such as waffles, ice cream, and several other types of the menu made from fresh strawberries from the garden. Very fitting for the children's menu.

5. Cameron Adventurous

Cameron Adventurous -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

If you want to do activities that are a bit different from the usual ones in Cameron Highlands, you can enjoy the scenery in Cameron Highlands by riding a jeep or ATV provided by Cameron Adventurous. You can feel the excitement through the streets that go up and down with an ATV. You can ride it alone or together with your child or partner.

The price offered is very reasonable. One piece of advice for you if you really want to try this activity is, that you need to "book" a week in advance because it's a bit difficult to get your slot if you are a "walk-in". Everyone wants to try a taste, so you better prepare really well if you don't want to miss this opportunity.

6. Bee Farm

Bee Farm in Cameron Highlands -Things to do in Cameron Highlands

Who doesn't love honey? Winnie The Pooh's favorite yellow sticky liquid contains vitamins needed by the body. Many medicines and foods even use honey as one of their ingredients. However, have you ever seen firsthand how honey is harvested?

If the answer is not yet, then try to test your guts at Bee Farms in Cameron Highland such as Ee Feng Gu Bee Farm, Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm, and Highlands Apiary Farm. Although scary, this experience will add to your knowledge about honey and bees.

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Those are some of the activities you can do with your family in Cameron Highland. Very interesting and fun! So, don't wait long to start planning your vacation from now on!

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