The Firefly Watching & Kuala Selangor Kampung Tour, from Kuala Lumpur
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- Explore the traditional fishing village of Kuala Selangor, on a tour from Kuala Lumpur
- Watch thousands of luminescent fireflies blinking in the dark, a truly magical experience
- Kuala Selangor has the largest firefly colonies in the world
- Visit the historical attractions, spend time in a bird sanctuary and soak in the scenic beauty
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of city life
- Enjoy the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off from Kuala Lumpur
- A wonderful tour for both nature lovers and history buffs
Overview
Enjoy a trip to the traditional fishing village of Kuala Selangor, on a tour from Kuala Lumpur. The Firefly Watching & Kuala Selangor Kampung Tour gives you a taste of history, scenic beauty and a unique fireflies experience that is sure to be the highlight of the tour! Visit attractions like Kota Melawati, a bird sanctuary park and Kampung Kuantan where you can enjoy a surreal experience of watching thousands of fireflies blinking in the dark!
Enjoy the convenience of hotel transfers from Kuala Lumpur, included in the package.
Itinerary
You will be picked up at the scheduled time in the afternoon to be taken to Kuala Selangor, a traditional fishing village with one of the largest firefly colonies in the world. Kuala Selangor is a 2-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur.
On arrival at Kuala Selangor, visit “Kota Melawati” formerly known as “Fort Altingsburg” and see the execution block, royal mausoleum and colonial buildings. A popular weekend attraction, Bukit Melawati (Melawati Hill) was once a stronghold for the Selangor Sultanate and has a fascinating history. The hill also affords a fabulous view of the Selangor coastline.
The bird sanctuary park at the foot of Bukit Melawati is an ideal place for bird watchers to watch migratory birds. Also found are silvered – leaf monkeys, butterflies etc. Next proceed to Kampung Kuantan – the highlight of the tour.
Row upstream in a small un-motorised boat (tongkang) in the quiet darkness to witness the ‘blinking trees’. Take in the breathtaking spectacle of thousands of luminescent fireflies blinking in the darkness of the mangrove swamp of Kampung Kuantan. The skilled local oarsmen make this experience a memorable and unforgettable one.
After the fireflies experience you will be taken back to Kuala Lumpur and dropped off at your hotel.
Inclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Admission
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Meals
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