Awaken Your Wanderlust at the Majestic Cameron Highlands: A Travel Guide

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Are you up for a quick getaway to a wonderful travel destination? Cameron Highlands has plenty to offer! In fact, this spot has been known for having beautiful attractions, pleasant climate and a great spot to grow fruits and vegetables.

Let us have a tour at Cameron Highlands and be charmed by its close-to-nature attractions!

 

Must-Visit Attractions

1. BOH Tea Centre

 

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Malaysia’s largest producer of premium black teas situated in Brinchang Sungai Palas Garden. This tea center has begun in 1929 when British Governor J.A. Russell noticed the demand for high-quality tea.

Location: Brinchang, 39000 Brinchang Pahang

Business Hours: 8:30pm – 11:30pm; Closed on Mondays

 

2. Cameron Lavender Factory

 

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One of the most compelling attractions for children as well as for kids at heart. Who wouldn’t be enthralled with over 20 styles of lavender, anyway?

If you happen to visit Cameron Highlands, don’t forget to stop here and check out the stalls that sell honey, prices are fair, you know.

Location: Lot UT/KT/K22 Tringkap, 39100 Cameron Highlands, Pahang

Business Hours: Mon-Thu, 9:00am – 6:00pm; Fri-Sun & PH, 9:00am – 7:00pm

Ticket: Adult, RM10 / Child, RM7

 

3. Cactus Wonderland

 

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Cactus lovers will surely love this cactus paradise nestled in Cameron Highlands. Be sure to drop by and be amazed by a variety of captivating cactus!

Location: Cactus Valley Sdn. Bhd., Kampung Raja, 39010 Tanah Rata, Pahang, Malaysia

Business Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm (Open all year round)

Tickets: Adult, RM5 / Child, RM3

 

4. Strawberry Park

 

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Who loves strawberry? If you do, then visit Cameron’s strawberry farm and some at a very reasonable price! You can also pick some if you want, all are guaranteed to bring sweet taste!

Big Red Strawberry Farm aka Taman Agro Tourism

Location: Brinchang Town, Cameron Highlands

Business Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm

EQ Strawberry Farm

Location: 78, Jalan Kuari, Brinchang, 39100 Cameron Highlands

Business Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm

 

5. Time Tunnel Museum

 

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Travel back in time at Time Tunnel Museum, the first museum in Malaysia where you can appreciate antiques! Feel like you’re back to ’60s and ’80s with the old memorabilia. It is also a great spot to know about Malaysia’s history.

Location: UT/MR/F-255, Jalan Sungai Burong, 39100 Brinchang Cameron Highlands

Business Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm

Tickets: Adult, RM6 / Child, RM4

 

6. Cameron Tea Valley (Bharat Tea Estate)

 

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Second largest black tea producer in Malaysia, Cameron Tea Valley. Visit the place be sea where black teas are being planted.

Location: 34 Mile, Cameron Highlands, 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang

 

7. Rose Garden

 

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A very famous rose garden in Cameron Highlands where over 100 different kinds of flowers occupy the entire place. Looks like you’re living in a fairy tale world.

Location: 148, Tringkap, Cameron Highlands

Business Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm

 

8. Mossy Forest

 

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You probably aren’t familiar with moss forest, right? Well, Gunung Brinchang and Gunung Irau in Cameron Highlands will allow you to have close contact in a place where trees aren’t too high which are only 10m high, long and dense. Feel like you’re in a fantasy scene.

Location: Mossy Forest, 39000 Brinchang, Pahang

 

9. Bee Farm

 

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Another highlight in Cameron Highlands, the Ee Feng Gu Honey Bee Farm that manufactures a range of honey bee products from pure honey, royal jelly, and pollen.

Location: 75, Batu 43, Green Cow, 39100 Kea Farm, Brinchang, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Business Hours: 8:00am – 7:00pm

 

10. Butterfly Farm

 

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A not-so-large butterfly farm but is enough to capture everyone’s attention with its different kinds of beautiful butterflies! Let these lovely creatures take all your stress away!

Location: MDCH3, Batu 43, Green Cow, 39100 Kea Farm, Cameron Highlands, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia

Business Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Tickets: Adult, RM7 / Child, RM2

 

Must-Eat Hot Pot

1. Cactus View Restaurant

 

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Location: Pekan lama, 39100 Cameron Highlands Pahang 39100

Business Hours: 11:00am – 10:00pm

Contact: 012-2618599

 

2. Hometown Steamboat

 

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Location: Hometown Steamboat Restaurant Unit G19-G23, The Square, Jalan Aranda Nova, Cameron Highlands, 39100

Business Hours: Mon-Sun, 5:00pm – 12:00mn

Contact: 05-496 1399

 

3. Restoran Jin Jin Steamboat (晶晶西餐生锅屋)

 

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Location: 43rd Miles, Kea Farm, Brinchang, 39100 Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Business Hours: 6:00pm – 1:00am

Contact: 05-496 1475

 

4. May Flower Restaurant

 

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Location: No. 81A, Persiaran Camellia 4, 39000 Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands

 

5. Cameron Organic Steamboat

 

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Location: MDCH, Bandar Baru, 39100 Brinchang Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: 05-491 4807

 

Must-Go Cafes

Aside from picking strawberries, eating hotpot and enjoying the view, Cameron Highlands also houses several cafes that serve Western-style dishes.

 

1. BOH Tea Malaysia

 

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Since it opened its doors to the public, it has attracted a large number of tourists and foodies. Located at the top of a large green tea plantation, BOH Tea is the perfect place to have your afternoon tea session and grab a bite of Western-style desserts that are soooo delightful.

Location: Boh Road Habu, 39200 Ringlet, Pahang, Malaysia

Business Hours: 9:00am – 4:30pm

Contact: 05-496 2096 / 05-4793 1324

Official Website: http://www.boh.com.my/ 

 

2. The Lord’s Cafe

 

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The Lord’s Cafe is Cameron’s most famous cafe. With cozy place, and sumptuous desserts like their popular scones and tea, no wonder why!

Location: Jalan Besar, 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang, Malaysia

Business Hours: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Contact: 019-572 2883

 

3. Jim Thompson Tea Room

 

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A British-themed tea house with simple decor and interior design with refreshing and lovely flowers. The restaurant offers signature scones and Western desserts and tea.

Location: No. A47, Moonlight Bungalow, Jalan Kamunting, 39000 Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: 05-491 3188 / 05-491 4367

 

4. Avant Chocolate

 

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As sweet as the name of this cafe, Avant Chocolate is all about cakes, ice creams, and chocolate delights! The desserts offered are perfect for both kids and young at hearts. In addition to the sweet treats, the cafe has beautiful Green View Garden and House of Lavender which serves as great backdrops to your photo op!

Location: 11, Taman Matahari Cerah, Kampung Raja, 39010 Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Hours: 9:00am – 6:30pm

 

5. Puku Cafe

 

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This one is a very literary style cafe which is a nice spot for warming your stomach with a cup of heartwarming coffee. Aside from hot drinks, Puku Cafe is also known for its handmade fruit ice cream! The next time you come to Cameron Highlands, give their cold treats a try!

Location: 187, Kea Farm, Pahang, Pahang, Malaysia

 

6. Capitale Coffee

 

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Since it is situated in a very convenient location, Capitale Coffee is one of the cafes which you can easily see on the street. The cafe offers coffee, juice, Western food, desserts, and the likes which are all available in a diversity of choices!

Location: 38, Jalan Besar, Tanah Rata Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Hours: 7:30am – 11:30pm

 

Awesome and Comfy B&Bs

Planning to have a grand holiday or staycation at Cameron Highlands? You should know the best places to stay at. Have a peaceful and relaxing vacation at one of these affordable yet beautiful B&Bs!

 

1. Farmer Hut Retreat

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Farmer Hut features a combination of rustic and contemporary elements. Relax and unwind while admiring the mountain and farm. There’s nothing like waking up early in the morning and witness the breathtaking sunrise and inhale fresh air. The hut has 2 divided bedrooms, 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds (4 people) and another bedroom with 1 queen-size bed and 1 single size bed. (3 people). Living area day beds are comfortable (2 people). Overall, the place can accommodate 13 people, very suitable for families or groups. The ground floor has a screening room cum bedroom (4 people). You don’t need to spend a lot of money to stay in a beautiful and comfy place. Here, you will only pay RM450/8pax from Sunday to Monday, Weekend(Friday, Saturday) and School holiday 1 night RM550/8pax. Public holiday and Eve 1 night RM600/8pax. Extra people RM35/night after 8 guests. Maximum 13 pax.

Location: No.23 Jalan Country Lodge, Brinchang Pahang, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: +60 12-524 0091

Booking: www.airbnb.com/rooms/10288409?sug=50

 

2. Tung’s Factoria Cameron Highlands

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Have an awesome homestay experience at Tung’s Factoria, a cute rusty private 4-bedroom house with a lovely garden! The setting of the house is slightly remote and serene. It is built within the factory plant. Tung’s Factoria is an ideal place for people who are looking for a laid back vacation, and a secluded getaway!

Location: Kawasan Habu Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Booking: Click on airbnb

 

3. Westwood Highland

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If you are looking for a peaceful place surrounded by nature, Westwood Highland is the best place to go. Experience the farming life in their hostel at a local farm in Cameron Highlands. The place has a total of 9 rooms: 4-bed dorms, single rooms, double bed + single bedrooms, a family room with double bed + 2 single bed (with private bathroom). There are also 3 public toilets/bathrooms, a bar and dining room, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, laundry service, and hairdryers. 

Location: 4B Jalan Batu 51 Kampung Raja

Contact: 05 4981611 H/P +60135238077

Booking: www.westwoodhighland.com/

 

4. Kea Farm Homestay

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A bed and breakfast with Medieval old-style chalets where you can experience the simplicity of life. The house has 3 bedrooms and a living room. It can accommodate up to 10 people. The kitchen is fully equipped. A simple and comfy place to stay!

Location: No. 5 Kea Farm Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: +60 12-524 0091

Booking: Click on aibnb

 

5. Wogoxette Upstairs

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This beautiful homestay is built in the 70s and is located in a small village named Kuala Terla in Cameron Highlands. It is a vacation home for travelers who would love to experience living in a quaint kampung setting. The place can accommodate up to 5 people and can stay for one night only. It has TV, DVD, and Wi-Fi. 

Location: Kampung Kuala Terla Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: 012-597 2274

Booking: wogoxetteupstairs.wixsite.com/madeinkt

 

6. 金马仑民宿 – The WOODZ Homestay

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Located at Somersquare Golden Hills, The Woodz Homestay is a good place to stay for your holiday. It set 5,000 feet above sea level & amidst the lush natural surroundings. It can accommodate up to 8 people. The price is RM260 / 8 pax.

Location: The Woodz Homestay, Jalan Golden Hills 11, Taman Cameron Golden Hills, Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: +60 12-204 8486

Booking: Click on airbnb

 

7. Bricks Homestay

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Cameron Highlands Bricks Home Stay is a newly built 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms apartment. It can accommodate 6-8 people. Bricks Home Stay is located between Brinchang and Tanah Rata. 5 mins drive to both towns. You can stay here for RM230/8 people.

Location: Jalan Golden Hills 9, Taman Cameron Golden Hill, Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: 012-384 4299

Booking: Click on airbnb

 

8. 金马仑亲子民宿  Anson Vacation Home Cameron Highlands Homestay

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A brand new homestay in Cameron Highlands located at Somersquare Apartment, midway between Brinchang and Tanah Rata. It has 2 rooms and can accommodate up to 6 people. Prices range from RM230 to RM320 depending on the date.

Location: Jalan Golden Hills 9 Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: +60 12-524 9820

Booking: Click on airbnb

 

9. Snooze Cameron Highlands

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A chic and cozy hotel with 13 rooms. This pretty homestay has a unique design and is tastefully furnished. In the year 2014, Snooze Cameron Highlands open its second property, Snooze TOO Hotel. Snooze TOO Hotel consists of 18 uniquely decorated rooms and suites. All rooms come with en suite glass-enclosed bathroom with hot & cold power shower. You can stay here from RM80 to RM250. Price is subject to change during peak season or weekend.

Location: 4, Jalan Besar, 39100 Brinchang, 39100 Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia

Contact: 016-666 2102

Booking: Click on airbnb

 

10. Terra’s Tree House – Terra Forest Farm

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Terra’s Tree House is situated in the peaceful and verdant jungle. It features an authentic house built with all-natural material. To reach the treehouse, you need to jungle trek for 300 meters uphill! This homestay is perfect for those who are looking for a serene accommodation with natural atmosphere and refreshing air. Each Treehouse minimum rate is RM360 per night if you are traveling alone or in 2 people. If you have 3 people or above in a Tree House, each person rate is RM150/adult (age 13 years old and above) or RM120/kid age 4 to 12 years old.

Contact: + 60122192582, + 60126613299

Booking: Ask information to 011-4195 0308 or email terratreehouse@gmail.com

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