Magical Fireflies Tour

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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. If you are lucky, catch a glimpse of the rare silvered leaf monkeys. 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 before the boat trip (Optional) Optional Tours are available (With Seafood Dinner,Eagle Feeding and Blue Tears 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

What's Included

Round-trip ferry ticket (to/from Orang Utan Island)
English Speaking Driver
Local Simple Set Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pickup & Drop-off by (Within 5KM From KLCC)
Meals and beverages (Unless book with options)
Gratuities
Personal Expenses
Tram Ride
Hotel located in out of city or out of our pick up zone

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Arrive at the meet-up location 10 minutes before the scheduled activity time Sharing Tour: (Free Hotel Pickup & Drop-off, who stay 3 KM from Kuala Lumpur City Centre. Travellers who stay out of free pick-up zones, please proceed to below our meting point. Address: Malaysia Tourist Centre(Matic) -Near Harriston Boutique (For Travelers who is out of the pick-up locations) How to get to Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC):- 300, Bus - 303, Bus - GOKL Bus lines stop near Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) By Garb or Taxi (Please mention MATIC or above address. Note : Near Harriston Boutique Private Tour : We will pick up all the travelers from there hotel lobby at Kuala Lumpur City Hotels. Please contact us, if you are not sure whether your hotel is within our pick-up zone.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • Kuala Lumpur (Pass by)

    Time: 15:30-22:00 : Meet & Greet by our chauffer at Hotel Lobby & driven to the Kuala Selangor

    Admission ticket free
  • Sungai Buloh (Pass by)

    Sungai Buloh is a city and mukim in Petaling District, Selangor. The name itself means "bamboo river" in the Malay language. It is located along the Kuala Selangor highway. Make your way towards the Sungai Buloh exit from to North-South Expressway and arrive to Kuala Selangor.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Sri Shakti Temple

    Sri Shakti Temple rises majestically as a unique beacon of Hindu architectural excellence in Malaysiaa Note: There are specific time only temple open and most of the time we just stop for photo stop only.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bukit Melawati

    17:00 Arrive at Kota Melawati (formerly known as Fort Altingsburg) **Weekday by walking tour (15-20 minutes to Bukit Melawati), Weekend with Tram service Bukit Melawati is a popular tourist attraction. The hill overlooks the Strait of Malacca and has a lighthouse as well as the remains of the Kota Melawati fort.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Altingsburg Lighthouse

    Formerly named Altingsburg Lighthouse, after a Dutch governor. Built in 1907 and started operating in 1910. Beautiful lighthouse on the top of bukit melawati, kuala selangor. It's a good place to take photo. However, tourists are not allow to enter in the lighthouse.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca (Pass by)

    Have a look of Strait of Malacca: Straits of Malacca is a narrow, 550 mi stretch of water between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. As the main shipping channel between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, it is one of the most important shipping lanes in the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • Kuala Selangor (Pass by)

    Depart to the Jetty There are three places to catch this rare, natural phenomenon: 1) Pasir Penambang 2) Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park 3) Kampung Bukit Belimbing Firefly Park 4) D’Tour Jetty Our Starting point will be the D’Tour Jetty

    Admission ticket free
  • Kuala Selangor Firefly Park (Pass by)

    This is another jetty, incase D"tour (our main tour start point) jetty not operating.

    Admission ticket free
  • Pasir Gudang (Pass by)

    This is another jetty, incase D"tour (our main tour start point) jetty not operating.

    Admission ticket free
  • Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park (Pass by)

    This is another jetty, incase D"tour (our main tour start point) jetty not operating.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park

    19:30 Depart to Jetty for Registration 20:00 Boarding and Observe Fireflies You will be taken on a boat ride along the Selangor River where the fireflies inhibit around the branches of the “Berembang” trees along the riverbank. Start Time: 8pm (15-20 minutes) Boat: Electrically powered fiberglass boat For maximum visibility, the best time to experience Kuala Selangor’s fireflies is slightly after 8pm on a clear, moonless night. Any later than that, and the fireflies may have found a mate, causing them to stop flashing.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • KLCC Park (Pass by)

    Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel and you will arrive in Kuala Lumpur around a proximity 9.30pm to 10pm after a wonderful and unforgettable tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity not operating on every Tuesday
  • If your hotel is not included in the Kuala Lumpur City center area, please arrange your own transport to the meeting point given.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended
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