Bukit Tabur (West Side)

Background: Bukit Tabur is part of the Klang Gates Quartz Ridge located within the area of Taman Melawati, Selangor/Kuala Lumpur. Some may call it Bukit Tabuh, some Bukit Hangus, though I haven't met with any that referred to the latter. 

The entrance to the hiking trails are near the Klang Gate Dam. There are two tracks (that I know of) around Bukit Tabur. This post will cover the hike entrance from the western side.  

Gunung Datuk

Background: Gunung Datuk (or Gunung Dato') is part of the Hutan Lipur Gunung Datuk (forest) in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan. 

The summit is at 2,900 feet above sea level, with hiking difficulty at upper intermediate level. The terrains were similar to those at Kinabalu, at least a quarter part of it so for folks who are practicing to climb Malaysia's highest peak, you should find some time to come here. 

Bukit Gasing

Background: Bukit Gasing forest park is a greenery haven in the middle of Klang Valley. It encompasses a 100-hectare area that borders Pantai Dalam, Kuala Lumpur on one side and and Petaling Jaya, Selangor on the other. The strategic location enables the city folks to escape the bustling urban jungle and turn to some natural therapy.

Skytrekking at Taman Pertanian Malaysia

Background: 'Skytrekking' is an outdoor activity that takes a person travelling from tree to tree while overcoming aerial obstacles. These obstacles are suspended at various heights, and some could be reaching more than 20 metres off the ground. The difficulty in crossing each obstacle varies according to the trails prepared. SkyTrex Adventure is the name of the company that runs this activity, based at Taman Pertanian Malaysia, Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam, Shah Alam, Selangor.

Note: There could be many people wanting to do the skytrekking so it's best that you check out the website and make the online booking. You can also choose the timeslot that you prefer.

Whale Watching at Gold Coast, Australia

Truthfully, I didn't give whale watching a thought before visiting Gold Coast. Well, I did some reading on it while preparing for the trip, and I was sure it came up while discussing with my travelmates. I didn't exactly remember how we came to agreement to do this, but I'm glad that we did. 

A view at the wharf

We were early, and spent some time waiting

Bagan Lalang

Background: Bagan Lalang is a fishing village situated in Sungai Pelek, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan. It offers magnificent sunset view at the beach on a calm relaxed evening, and fresh local seafood cuisine. Thanks to the opening of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and the Sepang International Circuit in the recent years, access to Bagan Lalang has since been easier. It is therefore receiving more and more out-of-towners over the weekend or short holidays. 

How to get there: The nearest landmark to the beach is Hotel Seri Malaysia Bagan Lalang, hence the choice of map as shown below. Once reaching the hotel, you are not far off to the beach area. There are plenty of signs indicating the directions to the beach or the Sepang Gold Coast. At a minimum, the crowds and many cars parked alongside the small roads will affirm that you are at the right place. 

This map is for sharing purpose

Broga Hill

Background: Widely known as Bukit Broga (Broga Hill) in the recent years, Bukit Lalang is situated in the area of Broga, Semenyih, Selangor Darul Ehsan. 

Standing at 400 metres above sea level, Broga Hill offers an alternative scenery to the normal forest hikes. True to its name, the fields are filled with lallangs all over up till the third hilltop. The sceneries are beautiful regardless of the weather conditions and it's no wonder that 'Broga' entices many professional as well as aspiring photographers.