Escape the city and experience the magical Kuala Selangor Fireflies Tour. Discover the historical town, witness the mesmerizing fireflies, indulge in a delicious seafood dinner, and explore a haven for birds. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included!
Escape the city and experience the magical Kuala Selangor Fireflies Tour. Discover the historical town, witness the mesmerizing fireflies, indulge in a delicious seafood dinner, and explore a haven for birds. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included!
- Kuala Lumpur - Enjoy a comfortable ride in fully air-conditioned vehicles with your personal driver, available for pick-up from 3.30 pm. The tour includes a delightful seafood dinner and a boat ride along the river in Kuala Selangor.
- Sungai Buloh - Sungai Buloh, meaning “bamboo river” in Malay, is a city and mukim in Petaling District,…
- Kuala Lumpur - Enjoy a comfortable ride in fully air-conditioned vehicles with your personal driver, available for pick-up from 3.30 pm. The tour includes a delightful seafood dinner and a boat ride along the river in Kuala Selangor.
- Sungai Buloh - Sungai Buloh, meaning “bamboo river” in Malay, is a city and mukim in Petaling District, Selangor, located along the Kuala Selangor highway.
Head towards the Sungai Buloh exit from the North-South Expressway to reach Kuala Selangor.
- Sri Shakti Temple - Sri Shakti Temple stands as a remarkable example of Hindu architectural brilliance in Malaysia. Note: The temple has specific opening hours, and often, we stop only for photos.
- Bukit Melawati - 17:00 Arrive at Kota Melawati (formerly Fort Altingsburg). Weekday: walking tour (15-20 minutes to Bukit Melawati), Weekend: Tram service
Bukit Melawati is a well-known tourist spot. The hill offers views of the Strait of Malacca and features a lighthouse and the remnants of Kota Melawati fort.
At the base of the fort is a bird sanctuary park, ideal for observing migratory birds. You can also encounter the intriguing silvered leaf monkeys, a species from the Old World monkey lineage.
- Altingsburg Lighthouse - Originally named after a Dutch governor, the Altingsburg Lighthouse was built in 1907 and began operations in 1910. This picturesque lighthouse atop Bukit Melawati in Kuala Selangor is perfect for photos, though entry is not permitted for tourists.
Malacca Strait
View the Strait of Malacca: This narrow, 550-mile stretch of water between the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra is a crucial shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
- Kuala Selangor - The optimal time to witness Kuala Selangor’s fireflies is just after 8 pm on a clear, moonless night. Later in the evening, the fireflies may stop flashing as they find mates.
There are three locations to observe this rare natural event:
- Pasir Penambang
- Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park
- Kampung Bukit Belimbing Firefly Park
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D’Tour Jetty
Our starting point will be the D’Tour Jetty.
- Kuala Selangor Nature Park (Taman Alam Kuala Selangor) - Passing by Kuala Selangor Nature Park (Taman Alam Kuala Selangor), Kuala Selangor, Selangor.
- Kuala Selangor Firefly Park - Seafood Dinner: Before the firefly boat tour, enjoy a meal at one of the many seafood restaurants in or near the park. These waterfront restaurants are renowned for their delicious seafood dishes. Your driver will take you to the best restaurant in the area.
- Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park - This is an alternative jetty if D’Tour (our main tour start point) is not operational.
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Kuala Selangor Firefly Park - 19:30 Depart to Jetty for Registration
20:00 Boarding and Firefly Observation
Embark on a boat ride along the Selangor River to see fireflies around the “Berembang” trees on the riverbank.
Start Time: 8 pm (15-20 minutes)
Boat: Electrically powered fiberglass boat
For the best experience, view the fireflies just after 8 pm on a clear, moonless night. Later, the fireflies may stop flashing as they find mates.
- Kuala Lumpur - Your driver will return you to your hotel, arriving in Kuala Lumpur between 9.30 pm and 10 pm after a memorable tour.
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees and boat ride (Join Boat Ride)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Set dinner (excluding beverages)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees and boat ride (Join Boat Ride)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Set dinner (excluding beverages)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Gratuities
- Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable
- Tram Ride
- Beverages (You can purchase on the day)
- Gratuities
- Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable
- Tram Ride
- Beverages (You can purchase on the day)
Escape the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur with a trip to the quaint town of Kuala Selangor. Relish a boat ride along the riverbanks to witness the mesmerizing colonies of fireflies illuminating the night, followed by dinner at a local eatery.
- Historic and charming town of Kuala Selangor
- Stunning fireflies lighting up the mangrove swamps
- Freshly…
Escape the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur with a trip to the quaint town of Kuala Selangor. Relish a boat ride along the riverbanks to witness the mesmerizing colonies of fireflies illuminating the night, followed by dinner at a local eatery.
- Historic and charming town of Kuala Selangor
- Stunning fireflies lighting up the mangrove swamps
- Freshly caught dinner at a local restaurant
- Sanctuary for both local and migratory birds
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
- The use of flash photography is not permitted during firefly tours.
- Recommend to use mosquito repellent
- What to Wear - Light and comfortable clothing (preferably dry-fit material), Walking shoes, It is recommended to wear closed shoes
- What to Bring - Insect repellent, Camera, Sport sandals & Insect repellent
- Tours are conducted in English only
- This tour will push through rain or shine. In case of rain, please do bring an umbrella or poncho
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.