Cameron Highlands
Amid the lofty peaks of Banjaran Titiwangsa, lies the various
outposts of the CAMERON HIGHLANDS (1524m), Malaysia's
most extensive hill station. Used as a weekend retreat since
the 1920s and still, despite hotels and luxury apartments,
quintessentially is English in character. Its rolling green fields
dotted with country cottages, farms and a golf course brings a
certain kind of charm to this hillside resort. Weekenders flock
here in the thousands to cool down and go walking in the hills
and forests.
The highlands encompass three small towns: Ringlet, the site
of the famous tea plantations; Tanah Rata, the principal
settlement of the highlands, and Brinchang, renowned for its
farms. Tours of the whole region are organized by various
hotels so inquire before checking in.
The Cameron Highlands trails take in some of the sketch
maps at some shops and hotels in Tanah Rata. If you want to
attempt any unofficial routes, you must go with a guide from
the tourist office and you must get a permit from the District
Office, just north of Tanah Rata (Mon-Fri 8a-1pm & 3p-4.30pm,
tel 05/491 1105). Temperatures drop dramatically at night, so
bring warm clothes.
Amid the lofty peaks of Banjaran Titiwangsa, lies the various
outposts of the CAMERON HIGHLANDS (1524m), Malaysia's
most extensive hill station. Used as a weekend retreat since
the 1920s and still, despite hotels and luxury apartments,
quintessentially is English in character. Its rolling green fields
dotted with country cottages, farms and a golf course brings a
certain kind of charm to this hillside resort. Weekenders flock
here in the thousands to cool down and go walking in the hills
and forests.
The highlands encompass three small towns: Ringlet, the site
of the famous tea plantations; Tanah Rata, the principal
settlement of the highlands, and Brinchang, renowned for its
farms. Tours of the whole region are organized by various
hotels so inquire before checking in.
The Cameron Highlands trails take in some of the sketch
maps at some shops and hotels in Tanah Rata. If you want to
attempt any unofficial routes, you must go with a guide from
the tourist office and you must get a permit from the District
Office, just north of Tanah Rata (Mon-Fri 8a-1pm & 3p-4.30pm,
tel 05/491 1105). Temperatures drop dramatically at night, so
bring warm clothes.
Cameron Highlands is perched on one corner of the
Titiwangsa Range in Pahang. The Titiwangsa Range is the
backbone of Peninsular Malaysia, stretching from Southern
Thailand, all the way down to the valley of Negri Sembilan in
the south. Temperatures can drop to about 24ºC at night in
Cameron Highlands and it is not uncommon to see log
fireplaces in living rooms and even bedrooms of cottages built
during the colonial days.
Titiwangsa Range in Pahang. The Titiwangsa Range is the
backbone of Peninsular Malaysia, stretching from Southern
Thailand, all the way down to the valley of Negri Sembilan in
the south. Temperatures can drop to about 24ºC at night in
Cameron Highlands and it is not uncommon to see log
fireplaces in living rooms and even bedrooms of cottages built
during the colonial days.
Ye Old Smokehouse - landmark & restaurant
John Archibald Russell came to Malaya in 1890 at the age of seven.
It wasn't until 1927 on a visit to Cameron Highlands, that he found
the rolling hills and high rainfall ideal for tea growing. In 1929 the
first Boh Tea Plantation was established. The name ‘Boh’ is
derived from Bohlia - the origin of tea in the Szechuan province of
ancient China. Today, the Boh plantation is the biggest local
producer of tea products.
It wasn't until 1927 on a visit to Cameron Highlands, that he found
the rolling hills and high rainfall ideal for tea growing. In 1929 the
first Boh Tea Plantation was established. The name ‘Boh’ is
derived from Bohlia - the origin of tea in the Szechuan province of
ancient China. Today, the Boh plantation is the biggest local
producer of tea products.
Hiking in the Cameron Highlands
Since many of the Cameron Highlands' walks start from nearby,
the genteel town of TANAH RATA , the highlands' main
development, is an ideal base. A couple of waterfalls and three
reasonably high mountain peaks are all within hiking distance, and
the town itself is festooned with white buildings, flowers and parks.
Since many of the Cameron Highlands' walks start from nearby,
the genteel town of TANAH RATA , the highlands' main
development, is an ideal base. A couple of waterfalls and three
reasonably high mountain peaks are all within hiking distance, and
the town itself is festooned with white buildings, flowers and parks.
Take a tour of the famous tea plantations
Visit the strawberry patch in Cameron Highland
The MNS-BOH Nature Study Centre was set up in 1989
using unoccupied worker’ quarters generously provided by
BOH Plantations. The Centre has been established as a
retreat for nature study and appreciation as well as for
quiet relaxation. The Centre is the ideal place to escape
from the heat and hustle of the cities. You can begin the
day with catching the sunrise and then have breakfast on
the verandah of the chalets. For bird watchers, early
morning is the best time to spot some of the 100 species
of birds that have been seen so far.
The more energetic could climb up Gunung Cantik and
experience what it is like to be in a mossy forest. Visitors
can also take a loop walk from the Centre to the factory
where free tours are conducted to explain the history of tea
and how it is processed. For longer walks, there is the
track to Kg. Kuala Boh, a large Orang Asli village. The cool
nights in Cameron’s are very suitable for outdoor BBQs.
Facilities
° Accommodates up to 46 people
° Equipped kitchens, BBQ, fridge.
° Catered food can be arranged.
° Lounge wood-burning fireplace
° Dining/meeting area and Library.
° Binoculars for bird-watching available.
° Check-in before 5.00 p.m. Check-out before 1.00 pm
Contact mns@mns.org.my
using unoccupied worker’ quarters generously provided by
BOH Plantations. The Centre has been established as a
retreat for nature study and appreciation as well as for
quiet relaxation. The Centre is the ideal place to escape
from the heat and hustle of the cities. You can begin the
day with catching the sunrise and then have breakfast on
the verandah of the chalets. For bird watchers, early
morning is the best time to spot some of the 100 species
of birds that have been seen so far.
The more energetic could climb up Gunung Cantik and
experience what it is like to be in a mossy forest. Visitors
can also take a loop walk from the Centre to the factory
where free tours are conducted to explain the history of tea
and how it is processed. For longer walks, there is the
track to Kg. Kuala Boh, a large Orang Asli village. The cool
nights in Cameron’s are very suitable for outdoor BBQs.
Facilities
° Accommodates up to 46 people
° Equipped kitchens, BBQ, fridge.
° Catered food can be arranged.
° Lounge wood-burning fireplace
° Dining/meeting area and Library.
° Binoculars for bird-watching available.
° Check-in before 5.00 p.m. Check-out before 1.00 pm
Contact mns@mns.org.my
| The MNS-BOH Nature Study Centre |
The cool climate on Cameron Highlands makes playing golf very
comfortable
comfortable
| Cameron Highlands Resort Vacation Package For 2 Adults |
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