Melawati Hill (Bukit Melawati)

Travel to Kuala Selangor a town 55 km north-west of downtown Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Selangor was the capital of the Sultanate of Selangor during its early years in the 18th century. Kampung Kuantan is well known for its fireflies, lots of the fireflies nest only available here.Moreover, there has been opinion that magical fireflies are only available at two places in the world and one of it is in Kampung Kuantan The experience of seeing the fireflies glowing in between Berembang Trees (Sonneratia Caseolaris) on the mangrove area along riverbank of Selangor river is priceless and also enjoy the boat ride thru mangrove area.

Travel to Kuala Selangor a town 55 km north-west of downtown Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Selangor was the capital of the Sultanate of Selangor during its early years in the 18th century. Kampung Kuantan is well known for its fireflies, lots of the fireflies nest only available here.Moreover, there has been opinion that magical fireflies are only available at two places in the world and one of it is in Kampung Kuantan The experience of seeing the fireflies glowing in between Berembang Trees (Sonneratia Caseolaris) on the mangrove area along riverbank of Selangor river is priceless and also enjoy the boat ride thru mangrove area.

Our friendly driver cum guide will pick up you from hotel and start the tour with Batu Cave as a first stop. You will be travelling in fully air condition vehicle. Our guide will assist you in every angle in terms of provide all information about the places of visit.After Batu Cave you will continue journey about one hour drive out of city and reach a small town known as Kuala Selangor. This is a small fisherman village once upon time. You will amaze visit one of beautifully architect and design by typical indian people from India known as Bukit Rotan Temple. After this you will visit history hill known as Melawati Hill. From here you will able to see The Straits of Malacca. Also you will see very unique type of monkey known as Silver Leaf Monkey. After this you will be taken to Seafood restaurant to enjoy your dinner which will be side by the river. After dinner you will be hopping into boat to watch fireflies. You will back to hotel with full of memories and happy with our guide.

This 3 in 1 combo packages offers Malaysia's most cultural, picturesque sight during this Batu Caves visit from Kuala Lumpur. In the first place, set aside effort to investigate the caverns and its Hindu holy place. Next, A lovely region with various attractions, Bukit Melawati, or Melawati Hill, is likewise a significant historical site that offers interesting knowledge into Selangor's delightful history. Not only that , Enjoy a boat ride to see fireflies, witness the sentimental blink of fireflies grouped in hedges.

At the top of the hill, with great views of the coastline as its backdrop, lies Kota Melawati, an ancient fort built by the Malacca Sultanate during the early 16th century. Kuala Selangor eventually fell to the Dutch in 1784, who reinforced the fort with cannons and renamed it Fort Altingburg after Willem Arnold Alting, the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies from 1780 to 1797. Today, visitors can still see the fort’s ruins with its cannons, legendary 100-step stairway, Royal Mausoleum, Virgin’s Tomb, fabled execution slab and observatory tower (baitulhilal) built for sighting the new moon

Kuala Selangor Firefly en-route Batu Caves Temple & Malawati Hill Day Tour is an exciting excursion to one of the biggest firefly colonies in the world. Fireflies locally-known as ‘kelip kelip’, perhaps Kuala Selangor’s biggest attraction. Admire the beautiful display of nature in awed silence, with the swishing sound of the water gently lapping against the sides of the boat breaking the silence. The experience is surreal to say the least; it simply has to be seen to be believed. As an added value, Kuala Selangor Firefly Tour includes en-route stop at Batu Caves Temple and Malawati Hill.

This Full-Day trip starts with a hotel pickup at Kuala Lumpur around 3.30 pm by a private vehicle and head to Kuala Selangor. Quick-stop will be Indian Temple and follow by palm tree plantation area. Around 5.30 pm, we will straight to Bukit Melawati to see Fort Altingsburg and a lighthouse on a hill top surrounded by tall trees that are a heaven for local birds, silver leaf monkeys and long-tailed macaques. Other than that, you will be mesmerized by the sunset on the top of the hill. Around 7:00pm you will proceed to a nearby fishing village for a typical set seafood dinner by river side before making your way to the boat. Embark on a boat to be rowed along the river. Now, it’s time to see the fireflies in all their dazzling glory and splendour, like twinkling electric lights on a Christmas tree. Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel and you will arrive in Kuala Lumpur around a proximity 10:30pm after a wonderful and unforgettable tour.

• Leave the busy city behind for a chance to explore Kuala Lumpur's beautiful countryside • Visit one of the largest firefly colonies in the world in the quaint town of Kampung Kuantan on a relaxing boat ride at the Kuala Selangor River • Capture thousands of fireflies glowing in the dark in a rich mangrove ecosystem in the midst of the lush forest • See the historical Fort Altingsburg dating back to the 18th century and used to defend the city against invaders • Meet the silver leaf monkeys at Melawati Hill or Monkey Hill located near the Kuala Selangor Nature Park • Score amazing photos with family and friends during the boat trip at the Kuala Selangor River • Complete the day with a sumptuous dinner in a local seafood restaurant (Optional) • Round-trip transfers from your KL hotel are provided Escape the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur and head over the calmer and quieter hamlet town of Kuala Selangor. Optional Tours are available (Eagle Feeding and Blue Tears Tour)

The firefly is a type of insect from the beetle family. The ‘Pteroptyx tener’ species is the most dominant in Kuala Selangor, measuring about 5mm in length. At night, these tiny insects congregate on berembang trees (Sonneratia caseolaris), a type of mangrove tree that grows naturally in the brackish waters along Selangor River’s banks. – Rich with countryside, landscapes, spectacle of nature. – Traveling along the river in a sampan or an electrically powered or Speed boat. – See the historical Fort Altingsburg dating back to the 18th century. – Visit one of ancient Malaysian fortress (Bukit Melawati peak). – Ride the boat up the river to see magical fireflies. – A Lot of Unique Places to See and Visit. – Air-conditioned vehicle with driver

Kuala Selangor is one of the few places in the world where visitors can watch the synchronized flashing of the fireflies. One of the state’s best-kept secrets, the fireflies colonies at Kampung Kuantan and Kampung Bukit Belimbing are a rare natural phenomena. These tiny insects live on berembang (Sonneratia caseolaris) trees that grow in the brackish waters. Enjoy a boat ride along the river to watch this enchanting display. Enjoy a delicious seafood dinner & free Boat-ride.

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From Kuala Lumpur hotel in the afternoon for a tranquil escape from the busy city to the quiet hamlet of Kuala Selangor. On the arrival, we will be visiting the Bukit Melawati and while encounter with wild silvered-leaf monkeys. After finish here we will heading to Pasir Penambang fisherman village to experience the boat tour for eagle feeding. At dusk, after your trip for eagle feeding we will dine on a fresh seafood dinner at nearby restaurant, After dinner,we boat ride through mangroves of Kuala Selangor and marvel at the beautiful twinkling lights of the thousands of fireflies at night – A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCES

One of the state’s best-kept secrets, the fireflies colonies at Kampung Kuantan and Kampung Bukit Belimbing are a rare natural phenomena. These tiny insects live on berembang (Sonneratia caseolaris) trees that grow in the brackish waters. Enjoy a boat ride (not include) along the river to watch this enchanting display.

You'll be picked up from your Kuala Lumpur hotel in the afternoon for a tranquil escape from the busy city to the quiet hamlet of Kuala Selangor. On the arrival, we will be visiting the Kota Melawati at the Bukit Melawati and exploring the museum, lighthouse, and the legendary 100 steps. After finish here we will heading to Pasir Penambang fisherman village to experience the boat tour for firefly. At dusk, we will dine on a fresh seafood dinner at nearby restaurant, After dinner, enjoy a relaxing, scenic evening boat ride through mangroves of Kuala Selangor and marvel at the beautiful twinkling lights of the thousands of fireflies at night – A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCES Places to visit: * Melawati Hill (Monkey Hill) * Dinner at seafood restaurant * Firefly boat trip *Leaving back to the hotel Your Satisfaction is our priority.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur and head over the calmer and quieter hamlet town of Kuala Selangor. Your day starts with a visit to Kota Melawati, also known as Fort Altingsburg, built to defend the city against invasions all the way back in the 18th century. The highlight of the trip is a boat trip along the banks of Kampung Kuantan where you can watch a stunning fireflies show and reward yourself with a delicious seafood dinner on board the boat. Highlights: • Rich with countryside, landscapes, spectacle of nature. • Traveling along the river in a sampan or an electrically powered or Speed boat. • See the historical Fort Altingsburg dating back to the 18th century. • Visit one of ancient Malaysian fortress (Bukit Melawati peak). • Ride the boat up the river to see magical fireflies. • A Lot of Unique Places to See and Visit. • Air-conditioned vehicle with driver.

One of the state’s best-kept secrets, the fireflies colonies at Kampung Kuantan and Kampung Bukit Belimbing are a rare natural phenomena. These tiny insects live on berembang (Sonneratia caseolaris) trees that grow in the brackish waters. Enjoy a boat ride along the river to watch this enchanting display.

Selangor is a state on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, encircling the capital Kuala Lumpur. In the state capital, Shah Alam, the Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque has 4 soaring minarets and a huge blue dome. To the northeast are the limestone Batu Caves, which house ornately decorated Hindu shrines. A large golden statue of the Hindu god Lord Murugan stands at the entrance. Among the highlight of the visit are Chocolate Museum, Blue Mosque, Batu Caves, Selangor Fruit Valley & Bukit Malawati

You'll be picked up from your Kuala Lumpur hotel in the afternoon for a tranquil escape from the busy city to the quiet hamlet of Kuala Selangor. On the arrival, we will be visiting the Kota Melawati at the Bukit Melawati and exploring the museum, lighthouse, and the legendary 100 steps while encounter with wild silvered-leaf monkeys. After finish here we will heading to Pasir Penambang fisherman village to experience the boat tour for eagle feeding. At dusk, after your trip for eagle feeding we will dine on a fresh seafood dinner at nearby restaurant, After dinner, enjoy a relaxing, scenic evening boat ride through mangroves of Kuala Selangor and marvel at the beautiful twinkling lights of the thousands of fireflies at night – A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCES Places to visit: * Melawati Hill (Monkey Hill) * Eagle Feeding tour * Dinner at seafood restaurant * Firefly boat trip *Leaving back to the hotel

Kuala Selangor is one of the world’s best place to see fireflies flashing in unison. with round-trip transport, a seafood dinner. The highlight is a boat ride along the Selangor River, glowing with the synchronized lights of thousands of fireflies Batu Caves Batu Caves is a Hindu Temple located at the outskirt of Kuala Lumpur City. These limestone caves are 400 million years old. Selayang Hot Spring Selayang Hot Spring or local name "Kolam Air Panas" is a very popular place among local. Fireflies (KELIP-KELIP) Firefly is a type of insect from the Beetle Family. The Pteroptye tener spicies are the largest species found in Kampung Kuantan.

From Kuala Lumpur hotel in the afternoon for a tranquil escape from the busy city to the quiet hamlet of Kuala Selangor. On the arrival, we will be visiting the Bukit Melawati and while encounter with wild silvered-leaf monkeys. After finish here we will heading to Pasir Penambang fisherman village to experience the boat tour for eagle feeding. At dusk, after your trip for eagle feeding we will dine on a fresh seafood dinner at nearby restaurant, After dinner,we boat ride through mangroves of Kuala Selangor and marvel at the beautiful twinkling lights of the thousands of fireflies at night – A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCES Places to visit: * Melawati Hill (Monkey Hill) * Eagle Feeding tour * Dinner at seafood restaurant * Firefly boat trip *Leaving back to the hotel **Minimum for 2 pax