HOLIDAY: Nature Trip near Kuala Lumpur 1D

Take a tour of the mangrove forests of Kuala Selangor, led by young Malaysians who are working to conserve their local environment.

Country: Malaysia

Type: Conservation & Sight-seeing

Length: 1 day

Cost: Ranges from RM400 to Rm800 per person dependant on transportation (Min of 2 pax)

A day trip that’s not to be missed, this Kuala Selangor tour includes a visit an organic farm, where you’ll make your own pizza, a tour of the mangrove forests, where you’ll help plant trees, a seafood dinner at sunset and, of course, the famous fireflies cruise.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

10am: Hotel pick-up in Kuala Lumpur

12pm: You’ll visit Kebun Kaki Bukit organic farm and have a chance to chat to the inspiring volunteers that work here. You’ll get to try some fresh juice and create your own organic pizza.

3pm: Next up is a tour of the Kuala Selangor mangrove forests, led by a youth group set up by UM Cares (University Malaysia Cares). They started hosting mangrove tours in January 2016 as a way to promote awareness and conservation of the forests.

6pm: You’ll take in the sunset over a delicious sunset dinner.

8.30pm: Once night falls, you’ll head back to the mangrove forest for a boat tour while all the fireflies are out to play. Once your tour finishes, the team will take you back to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur – or they can drop you off at a local homestay at the nearby rice fields.

WHAT DO I GET?

What’s included?

• Lunch and dinner
• All transportation
• All entrance fees

What’s not included?

• Travel to Kuala Lumpur
• Travel and medical insurance
• Snacks and drinks

Support:

There will be an English speaking, qualified guide supporting you on all activities.

Food:

Lunch will be held at the organic farm, where you will make your own pizza with all-organic toppings. Dinner is served at a seafood restaurant, where vegetarian and meat options are available as well.

WHEN CAN I GO?

This programme is available only on Saturday and Sunday when the youth group are not at school.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

• Water bottle
• Sun block
• Mosquito repellent
• Hat
• Long trousers
• Long-sleeved top
• Rain jacket
• Camera
• Money for snacks, drinks or souvenirs

Money:

The local currency in Malaysia is Ringgit (MYR or RM). There are ATMs available in nearby towns – just tell your tour guide if you need to take out cash before your tour.