Malaysia boasts its beautiful islands and beaches. But there is still more, the hill and highlands resorts can as well offer similar features. These resorts have become the refuge for many tourists and the locals during hot tropical climate. You will find this place relaxing and refreshing with its flourishing green sceneries. You can also enjoy different amusements that hill resorts can offer.
Penang Hill
Penang Hill is just 20 minutes away from Georgetown, Penang Malaysia. It is a great place to spend with friends and family. Also popularly known as Bukit Bandara, this resort offers many amazing panoramic views. Tourists and the locals usually indulge in bird watching and trekking in the jungle of Penang Hill. Experience the thrill of 30-minute cable ride on the hill resort.
Fraser’s Hill
Fraser’s Hill is just a few hours away from the Capital – Kuala Lumpur. This hill is composed of a group of seven hills. Fraser’s Hill is a popular refuge for both the locals and tourists during weekends because of its cool climate all throughout the year. You can enjoy having a walk in the midst of its beautiful nature. You can also enjoy lots of activities like horse riding, mountain biking, archery, whitewater rafting, fishing, boating, golfing, and bird watching.
Genting Highlands
Genting Highlands is developed intended for the tourists. It is situated just 50 kms off Kuala Lumpur, which makes it easily accessible. This fascinating place is popularly known for its entertainment, luxurious resorts, and exotic nightlife. Discos, golf resorts, dinner shows, and casinos offer tourists’ entertainment satisfaction.
There are two theme parks here. Outdoor Theme Park introduces rides and other outdoor amusements. Indoor Theme park presents modern recreation gadgets.
Gunung Jerai
Gunung Jerai is the highest mountain in Kedah State. Also referred to as Kedah Peak; the hill looks impressive when viewed at from the sea. You can find this place great for picnicking because of its lush green forest. You can see flowering plants, ferns, and herbs in Sungai Teroi Recreational Forest. The coastline is clearly visible on this hill especially on sunny day.
Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands is the most popular hill in Malaysia. Known for its lush ripples of hills, it is situated in Pahang province of Malaysia at an altitude of 1,829 meters. It has earned the name Green Bowl because of its abundant production of strawberries, tea, and vegetables. You will enjoy its cool climate for the entire year which makes Cameron Highlands a must visit place.
The Robertson Rose Garden, Rose Valley, and Rose Centre are some of the famous centers. If you love cactus, Cactus Valley presents various types of cactus. A walk in the aromatic tea plantations is one way to refresh in Cameron Highlands. Another two popular locations in the hill resort are the Butterfly Garden and Butter Farm.
Bukit Resort
This is known to be the oldest hill resort in Malaysia. Situated 10 km off Taiping of Perak province, Bukit Resort is also known as Maxwell Hill. It has successfully retained its colonial nature until now. You will find there various painstakingly designed gardens and modest colonial houses. The travel along the road to the resort is a great experience in itself.
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