19 best things to do in Cameron Highlands

Discovered in  1929 by J A Russel, the British businessmen,  Boh Plantation is a paradise for nature lovers  and tea- enthusiasts due to its tranquil ambiance which offers harmony and  peacefulness. The plantation focuses on the  engagement of visitors in the knowledge due  to which it offers guided tours of tea factories,  offering insights into tea-making processes  exaggerated by the visitors center. The  panoramic view of tea gardens from the  terraces marks its location as an important  and must-visit highlight of Boh Plantation.  Malaysian tea products are not only sol and  consumed but have a huge market in the  world; Boh Plantation offers the opportunity  to witness these tremendous tea leaves. The  location of the above mentioned heaven is  Ringlet, Sangai, Pales and Habu 

Timings: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (except Mondays) Charges: Entrance fees.

Intricately cultivated  and sculptured spaces designed to grow lavenders, especially for their aromatic and  ornamental qualities. The divergence offered  here inculcates diversity of plant selection  such as English Lavender, French Lavender,  Spanish Lavender, and hybrids like Lavandin  offering unique fragrance, color and growth.  Lavender Gardens possess the ability to pull millions of customers via its alluring vistas,  charismatic ambiance, and panoramic  beauty. Stunning and lush landscape  coupled with magnificent purple beauty is  located at the location of Tringkap. A slow  walk in the extravagant setting  

complemented by treasures of nature is a  great way to escape from the bustling of life.  The gardens also propounds various 

environment options such as cafes, souvenir  shops, games center and mini bee history  Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Monday - Thursday) 

9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Friday to Sunday) Pricing: For adults: RM5 

 For children : RM3 

Mossy forest is the  area cuddled up like forested areas which  are situated at the highest elevation of  Cameron Highlands. The mountains are  known to plunder moisture from the laden  clouds calling it cloud forests/ mossy forests.  The trees offered by the Mossy forest are  generally dwarf. Mossy forest produce  divergence of mosses, ferns, liverworts, and 

fern allies, combined with pitcher plants and  rhododendrons. Situated at Sungai in Palas  Estate Road, Mossy forest is a haven for  walking and hiking- enthusiasts. Hiking at  Mossy forest is an alluring and unique  experience, offering a glimpse of the paradise  cuddled in the ancient trees coupled with  lush greenery. Although the mossy forest is  enjoyable the whole year, the best time to  visit here is during the drier months when the  weather is cooler and pleasant.  

Mossy forest also allows you to choose  between two paradises i.e it offers the  opportunity for different trails. 

1) Gunung Brinchang trail 

2) Gunung Irau Trail

Mossy forest is no less than a paradise on  Earth which is a must visit in the Cameron  Highlands 

Charges- free tour for all 

Stunning area  sculptured to showcase and breed butterflies  in a controlled environment. One of the  oldest and still the perfect destination to  experience the rainbow colors in the form of  butterflies. The linchpin of the farm is the  protection of butterfly species native to that  region and educating people regarding the life  cycle of butterflies. The farm propagates the  diversity of butterflies coupled with varieties of beetles, prominently native to the region of  Cameron Highland. Opportunities of guided  tours to enlighten people about the butterfly 

is also offered here. Students generally visit  here as a part of their curriculum marking it  one of the most worthy destinations. The  collection featured here inculcates  Cheirotonus arnaudi, Odontolabis femoralis,  and other popular species. Located near Kea Farm, souvenir shops are also featured here  which offer light snacks. 

Timings: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 

Charges: for adults- RM5 

 for children - RM2 

Also known as Robinson  falls, Thompson falls is a fusion of tranquility,  peace and harmony. Located adjacent to the  main road that connects Cameron Highlands  to the town of tapah, it is also known as Lata  Iskandar. The falls provides the opportunity of 

escaping heat via spending time in a tranquil  setting along the lush greenery. The  environment offered here is rich in  biodiversity. Keeping the value of its  uniqueness, Thompson falls has a unique  feature of tiered waterfall i,e the cascades  flows in different levels or stages. The  cascades mark its presence gracefully over  the rocky edges, forming an alluring location.  The beautiful cascades are named after an  English Explorer, William Cameron who  mapped the establishment in the 19th  century. The stunning cascades cuddled by  verdant greenery is an appealing site which is  complemented by various shops offering  quick bites. 

Charges- Free tour for all

The honey bee farm is  said to be novel as the production of  delicious and toothsome honey is done for  the sale and display to the foreigners.  Located in Ringlet, Brinchang and Tringkap  there are three major honey bee farms  located in the Cameron Highlands. 1) Highlands Apiary Farm 

2) Ee Feng Gu Bee Farm 

3) Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm 

While keeping in mind the divergence of  these farms in terms of size, capacity and  honey production; these farms still hold the  place of prime attraction here. The honey  farms are complemented by the vegetable  farms, strawberry picking activities in order to  entertain the visitors.  

Price: free tour for all

Widely known,  popular for its large strawberry fields  further exaggerated by the unique experience  of strawberry picking, Big Red Strawberry  Farm is also known as Taman Agro Tourism  Cameron Highlands. The alluring place  featuring picturesque views, scenic gardens  and an opportunity to relax, unwind and  rejuvenate yourself is situated in the new  Brinchang town which is in proximity to the  cactus valley. The farm is set in a magnificent establishment amidst the lush greenery of  the Cameron Highlands, offering a alluring  backdrop for the visitors. Tourists generally  visit the Big Red Strawberry Farm to enlighten  themselves more about the process of  strawberry-picking. The cool climate of 

Cameron Highland makes it the most ideal  location for growing strawberries. The main  highlight at this location is to stop and pick a handful of strawberries and enjoy! Timings: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 

Price: Free' 

Markets are always under  the category of quintessential visit in any  destination. The markets at Cameron  Highlands are vigorous, high-spirited and  vibrant holding the tender of providing the  divergence of products ranging from fresh  produce, handicrafts and local delights. The  markets at Cameron Highlands are generally  divided into 2 categories: 

1) Cameron Highlands Night Market (Pasar  Malam)- The night market at the location of Brinchang or Tanah Rata is famous for its  local street food and inexpensive products. 2) Cameron Highland Morning Market- known  as Pasar Pagi. 

These markets are located at the location of  Kea Farm Town and Brinchang Town. The morning market can be accessed via Kea  farm from 8:00 AM in the morning everyday.  On the other hand the night market i.e Pasar  Malam can be accessed via Brinchang town  from 3:00 PM in the evening. From clothings  to accessories the market possesses all the  products required by anyone. The location  has every right to mark its place in the bucket  list of the visitors. 

Aesthetically  pleasing and a populous destination located 

The town of Brinchang within the Cameron  Highlands was established by See Kok Shan,  featuring a gathering of memorabilia and  artifacts from the past of Malaysia, and the  cornerstone is the history of Cameron  Highlands. The museum showcases the  remnants from the colonial era, indigenous  culture, aesthetic artifacts and aesthetic  household items. This local museum was set  up in the year of 2007. Tourists are filled with  the opportunity to explore the divergence of  photographs, antiques, toys, documents and  other historical artifacts. The linchpin of the  museum is to preserve and share the rich  legacy of Cameron Highlands. It is also  advised to the visitors to check the charges  and working hours as it can vary. 

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Charges- For adults : RM5 

 For children: RM3 

Hiking is one of the most  fascinating activities to perform in the stunning  Cameron Highlands. Among the verdant  greenery and tranquil ambiance, allow  yourself to calm and your soul to rejuvenate  here! Cuddled in the stunning and majestic  scene vista, among the hilly train, jungle trail  offers the hiking opportunity complemented  by the difficulty. The peace, strenuous and  difficulty go hand in hand here, while some  paths offer tranquility; other paths challenge  you. Majority of the tracks run along the  dense gardens and lush greenery amidst the  breath-taking mountains. The jungle trail can  be categorized into the 10 levels on the basis 

of difficulty levels either in Gunung Brinchang  or Gunung Berembun. There are also the facilities for easy tracks.  

Some of the famous jungle trail are 1) Mossy Forest Trail 

2) Gunung Brinchang Trail 

3) Robinson Waterfall Trail 

4) Parit Falls Trail 

It is also advised here to be respectful towards nature in order to get respect from  nature.