Adakah Cameron Highlands Sejuk? Fakta dan Tips untuk Pengunjung
I’ve probably said it a million times before, but I’ll say it again now (why not!) Malaysia is a seriously diverse country.
In fact, the sheer volume of different landscapes, terrains, cultures and cuisines this nation combines is actually amazing and certainly makes for a rich travel experience.
And perhaps never was this made clearer to me than when I travelled from the street art and foodie capital of Georgetown on the west coast of the country to the remote, tropical Perhentian Islands off the east coast, stopping at the lush, green Cameron Highlands on the way.
Cameron Highlands Dah Mula Sesak, Ini Antara Tempat Yang Korang Boleh Lawati Di Sana
Having been passing through busy, humid (and let’s be honest, polluted) Southeast Asian destinations for a while when I got to these highlands, I was instantly delighted to find myself in their quiet, clean, cool surroundings.
As such, the Cameron Highlands instantly worked their way into my heart and I ended up spending way longer here than I planned (surprise surprise) to enjoy great hiking, tea drinking and striking views.
So read on to learn more about the Cameron Highlands and why this Malaysian spot definitely needs to be part of your itinerary…
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There’s lots of reasons to visit the Cameron Highlands, but I suppose the overarching one is because if offers you the opportunity to slow down, cool down, switch off and inhale huge, deep lung-fulls of clean, crisp air!
Yes situated at altitude, the Cameron Highlands feel far away from much of the rest of Southeast Asia we know and, as you wind your way up here (as part of twisting-turning bus ride), you’ll instantly feel the air distill and the landscape around you grow lush and green.
Memory Lane.....: ~cameron Highlands~
Due to these pleasant conditions, the Cameron Highlands is a huge agricultural area – actually the vast majority of vegetables eaten across Malaysia and Singapore are grown here – and king of the crops is tea!
Key activities include hiking, staring at the views and drinking a lot of tea so if, like me, you’re into any or all of the above, this is a great reason to strongly consider visiting the Cameron Highlands.
The Cameron Highlands are situated in the central belt of mainland Malaysia, north of Kuala Lumpur, at an elevation of between 1300 and 1800m above sea level.
Holiday Di Cameron Highlands, Ini Tip Berguna Buat Yang Nak Bercuti Ke Sana. List Tempat Masuk Free Pun Ada!
As such, when you book a bus or are looking for somewhere to stay here, then I suggest you search for Tanah Rata.
This is the main town in the area (it’s still a small one-street strip) but is where the majority of tourists services are and where most people stay.
The Cameron Highlands area was named after British explorer Sir William Cameron who mapped the region back in 1885 and, with all the tea and strawberry growing still going on here, has retained something of a British colonial feel.
Tips Ke Cameron Highland
That said, Tanah Rata is as diverse as the rest of Malaysia with a huge variety of cultures and cuisines on display.
So yes, if you didn’t get the picture already, the Cameron Highlands is cool year round with temperatures rarely getting above the high 20’s due to the elevation.
This means it can provide a delightful respite from the heat in the steamy Malaysian summer, but can get chilly at night.
Apa Yang Menarik Di Cameron Highland?
It also rains a lot up here, which is great for beautiful, green scenery and the farming, but does mean things can often be a bit muddy underfoot.
For ideas about what to take for a trip to the Cameron Highlands, check out the packing section at the end of this article.
When leaving Tanah Rata, I travelled onto the Perhentian Islands, booking a combination bus and boat ticket (it was actually more of a minibus that involved one change) to do so.
Cameron Highlands, Malaysia: Full Travel Guide
The great news is that all travel within Malaysia is pretty easy, well organised and cheap – the magic trio for budget travellers everywhere!
The best idea is to check bus schedules, prices and book tickets online a few days in advance via the website 12Go.
I’ve used this site throughout my time in Malaysia and Southeast Asia and love it’s simple and straightforward process, as well as secure online payment facilities.
Tempat Menarik Di Cameron Highland: Pengenalan Cameron Highland
Buses arrive into a central station in Tanah Rata, which is located just behind the main street, a short work from most hostels / hotels.
Being a rural and sparsely populated area, there isn’t really any public transport to speak of within the Cameron Highlands and even ride-sharing apps like Grab don’t have a presence here.
As such, the only real options for getting around are using a local taxi, taking a tour, renting a scooter or using your own 2 feet.
Pakej Percutian Ke Cameron Highlands 2023/2024, Murah & Best
For those of you travelling solo, like I was, hiking + some tours might prove the most cost-effective method of getting around here. I also used a taxi on one occasion when I wanted to go and take some good photographs (read. for the ‘gram) at one of the tea plantations.
Alternatively, you can check out Get Your Guide for an excellent and well-priced day tour direct from Kuala Lumpur that you can book in advance – a great idea if you’re on a tight schedule in Malaysia.
This will give you plenty of time to take in all the sights, try all the produce, do some hikes and visit some tearooms!
Cameron Highlands Paling Sejuk Di Malaysia
Weekends are best avoided as loads of locals come here from around the country at this time, especially in the steamy summer months when the altitude of this area provides them with a welcome respite from the heat.
There are a few small groceries / pharmacies in the Cameron Highlands, but generally, I’d advise coming with everything you need, as prices a little higher here and the selection smaller.
Well, I think you’ve already got a pretty good idea that farming features pretty heavily here and many farms across the area are open to visitors.
Tempat Menarik Di Cameron Highlands [terkini]
And sort of still on the farm vibe, but with a little twist, you can also visit some of the tea plantations in the Cameron Highlands.
The BOH Tea Farm is actually the main plantation in the area, in fact it’s the largest across Malaysia and boasts some beautiful panoramic views, as well as a tearoom and tea tour, where you can see parts of the factory and tea-making process.
If you take a tour that includes a visit to a tea plantation during your time in the Cameron Highlands, this is the farm you’ll likely visit.
Hotel Terbaik Di Cameron Highlands
The other main tea plantation, the Cameron Valley Tea House, is smaller than BOH, but still has some great plantation views and a tearoom that overlooks them. This farm is closer to Tanah Rata, which means a taxi ride here and back is cheaper.
And finally, on the tea-front, there’s the Jim Thompson Tea Rooms. A rather swanky affair, but probably worth the splurge, this is where you want to come for the British colonial high tea experience, cucumber sandwiches and all!
There’s many guided walking tours you can take, which range from half day casual strolls (Mossy Forest tends to be a favourite for these) all the way up to challenging full day hikes.
Lokasi 'instagrammable' Di Cameron Highlands Yang Patut Anda Lawati
The advantage of a hiking tour is that you can be assured of not getting lost and of learning a lot about the flora and fauna you are seeing from your local guide.
Otherwise, there are lots of numbered and marked hiking trails in and around Tanah Rata which you can enjoy without a guide.
Personally, I wouldn’t suggest hiking them alone, just in case something happens and you’re without signal and lost in the rainforest (not to sound all gloomy, but yeah it happens), however a group of us from the hostel went together and enjoyed a fab hike by combining a few of the trails to make a good day’s walk.
Keseronokan, Kesabaran Bercuti Di Cameron Highlands
Before you do set out, I’d highly advise seeking the advice of Father’s Guesthouse, who have lots of up-to-date and trusted info about the state of the trails, the conditions of which can change rapidly dependent on recent rainfall.
I’d also suggest downloading the relevant maps.me before you set out, in case the trail does become a bit confusing as it often can.
And finally, I recommend setting out as early in the day as possible, because conditions up at this altitude mean afternoon rains can quickly blow in (even if the morning sky is totally blue) and you do not want to still be out on a trail after dark and / or in a storm.
Cameron Highlands Travel Guide 2023
It’s also worth seeing the packing list at the end of this article for ideas about what to take, but water, good shoes, a rain jacket, insect repellent, a hat and sunscreen are a minimum.
Not only do they have fab info about all the hiking trails, tours and transport options into and out of the area, but this place also has a wonderfully, friendly vibe with staff that genuinely care.
Dorms or private rooms are available, there’s a small kitchenette for guest use, great free wifi and best of all, lots of sunny balconies and common
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