Bukit Tinggi is a beautiful small town in the Bentong district of Pahang, Malaysia. Famous for its natural surroundings and pleasant weather, this gorgeous place is situated along the Kuala Lumpur Expressway less than an hour drive from Kuala Lumpur city. Families with children must visit this place as kids would love its natural environment and plenty of activities just designed for young kids. A day trip with your family is all you need to explore this amazing natural retreat.
Colmar Tropicale Resort:
Colmar Tropical is a replica of the actual 16th century Colmar town in the north east of Alsace, France. This made up French village is so cute. Its basically a resort but you can also visit it in a day trip and have lunch, dinner or spend your day around this marvelous 16th century setting. If you’re planning to visit here, there will be entrance fees of RM15/adult and RM8/child (Ages 4 – 12). But if you’re staying at the resort, the entrance fees will be refunded to you. (Number of refundable tickets depends on the room type booked). You can take a lot of photos as this place makes you believe that you are actually in a French village. On special days like Christmas and New year, they have arranged dance performances and fireworks program.
Things to do in Bukit Tinggi
Japanese Garden:
Explore Japanese Village. Let the sound of the waterfalls soothe you away. There is also a Zen-inspired garden. If you’re into spa-thingy, don’t forget to visit the Tatami Spa.
Botanical Garden:
Get to see a huge collection of tropical plants and flowers. You will surely be surprised to see the different types of mysterious looking creepers and gigantic leaves.
Horse Riding:
The Horse Trails at Berjaya Hills Bukit Tinggi is the ideal place to saddle up and discover the beauty of the surrounding countryside. There could not be a better way to explore nature than going on one of the trail rides. There are an various packages from lead rides, escorted out ride to exclusive riding camps for children and adults. Guests are also offered progressive horse riding lessons, horse handling and management courses and corporate group dynamic workshops.
Animal Farm:
The best thing my kids loved about this place was this small animal farm. They have rabbits, deer, goats, ponies and chickens on this farm. Kids can hold the rabbits and spend a good time playing with the animals. Children can also feed the animals they sell small packets of feed at the farm.
Adventure Park:
This amazing adventure park is set up by the Colmar Tropicale Resort. There are a number of adventure activities like Flying Fox zip line, Canopy Walk, Paintball Warfare, Rock Climbing, High Rope Obstacle Course.
