Cameron Highland Hotels

Cameron Highlands at 1,829 metres above sea level is Pahang state's premier hilltop holiday spot. The cool, fresh air on the highlands offers an attractive retreat for city dwellers who want to retreat temporarily from the noise and pollution in the city.The cool, frost free climate is also an ideal and excellent condition for the cultivation of tea. Tea cultivated on Cameron Highlands is among some of the best tea found in the country. Verdant green hillsides planted with young tea plant greet you as you drive slowly up the meandering road to the three townships of Ringlet, Tanah Rata and Brinchang.First discovered in 1885 by a British surveyor William Cameron, the fame of Cameron Highlands grew during the colonial era when British Planters realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing tea, then a prized commodity among the colonies. Families of these British stationed in Malaya at the time also took to hills in a respite from the hot, humid tin mines and rubber plantations. Some of the bungalows left behind are still being preserved for viewing by tourist, with a few facilities added for the conveniences of visitors.ameron Highlands, 1892 metres above sea level, situated in the state of Pahang was first discovered in 1885 by the British during their colonial rule of the then Federated States of Malaysia. It was a weekend retreat for them escaping the heat in the lowlands. Today it is where the unhurried pace of life and holiday ideas unfold into a myriad of exciting discoveries, jungle trekking, tranquil lakes, gurgling streams, captivating waterfalls, tea plantations, vegetable and fruit gardens, flower nurseries, handicraft centre and traditions charm you into a soothing holiday.Day 01: Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands:Depart Kuala Lumpur in the early morning for Tanah Rata, one of the three districts in Cameron Highlands where there is a concentration of shops and restaurants. Begin the 1,530 m ascent at Tapah through mountain roads. Enroute, see highland scenery, waterfalls, streams and giant tree?ferns. Occasionally, there will be sightings of aborigines out on hunting trips armed with blow?pipes and poisoned darts. Arrive Cameron Highlands in the early afternoon. Accommodation : Strawberry Park or similar.Meal included : Nil.Day 02: Cameron Highlands:Morning visit to the fruit and vegetable farms, flower garden, tea plantation and an agricultural station. Rest of the day is free, to explore this resort area or simply be rejuvenated by the fresh cool air. There is also a 18?hole golf course. A light sweater is recommended for evenings.Accommodation : Strawberry Park or similar Meal included : Breakfast