Batu Caves and Firefly Tour (Fireflies)- Private Tour Day Tour

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Batu Caves and Fireflies at Kuala Selangor

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Batu Caves First discovered over 130 years ago, Batu Caves have never ceased to attract visitors. Only 13km from Kuala Lumpur's central business district and just outside the city limits, these famous caverns are easily accessible. Formed within the framework of an imposing limestone outcrop about 400 million years ago, Batu Caves actually consists of three main caves and several smaller ones. The best known of these is Temple or Cathedral Cave.

Fireflies are also called “Lightning Bugs”. Named as they are nocturnal luminous of the beetle family Lampyridae, consisting of about 1,900 species that inhibit tropical and temperate regions. The common glowworm is a member of this family. They shine in the night like fire to attract sexual partner.

Someone figured that the firefly hamlet as the eighth wonderful view. Why the fireflies only occur in the particular rendezvous?

The growth of the firefly must be mingled with the water of the runnels, woods and environment. The river must meet in the intersection of the fresh and salt-water. “Berembang” trees must be something that fancied fireflies a lot, in addition to this factors, the environment must be in its tranquility besides free from contamination. more on firefly......

Bukit Melawati (Melawati Hill), Bukit Melawati overlooks the little town and is an ideal sight looking out at the Straits of Malacca. It was once used by the Sultan of Selangor, followed by the Dutch and British. Fort Melawati, a three-storey structure, on Melawati Hill was built on the 1780’s during the reign of Sultan Ibrahim. As it is a strategic mouth of the Selangor River, this place was once the scene where many fiery battles take place between the locals and seafaring invaders.

Fort Altingsburg - Kota Melawati, Sultan Ibrahmin - the Second Sultan of Selangor built this Fort during his reign from 1770-1826. Later it was taken by the Dutch for a short time and the name was change to Fort Altingsburg, named after the Dutch Governor of Malacca. The lighthouse were build in 1907.

Silver-Leaved Monkeys, Several families of Silver-Leafed Monkeys and Long-Tailed Macaques hang around here for peanut handouts from visitors. The Silver-leafed babies have golden fur as compared with the adults of dull-ashen grey. These Monkeys are a delight - they are gentle and seem to always have a thank you for every morsel of food given. The long-tailed macaques, on the other hand, are generally a little more mischievous and if you turn your back for a second - you'd never know what they would do. Always be careful when feeding the monkeys. Although they have had many interactions with humans, we must remember that they are wild and wild animals tend to be erratic sometimes.

What they had to Say.......

What they had to say about Fireflies tours

What Colin Burkitt has to say about Fireflies Tour

Hello Michael

We are home, in the cold, now after our travels through Malaysia and Singapore. I just wanted you to now how much we appreciated your help on the firefly trip and how much it was a highlight of our holiday. we will not hesitate to recommend you as the best tour operator in KL to our friends! I have included a couple of photos for you.

Many Thanks
Colin Burkitt

What Sue Taylor & Family has to say about Fireflies

Hi Michael,

Just to thank you so much for looking after us on our Holiday in Malaysia. It was lovely to meet you and chat. Thank Shan for our trip to Fireflies, he was a fantastic Guide and we enjoyed our tour with him. All the best to you all and I hope you continue doing a great job.

Sue Taylor & Family
Australia

Images contributed by Mr. Colin Burkitt (UK)

Tour Details (Tour Type - Private)

Tour Code: Firefly-KS-Batu

Day Tour

Dinner (seafood)

	Tour Type (Private Tour - Private Guide ) Private tour is designed for those who do not want to travel with strangers / group. In each city, you (maybe yourself only, or with your spouse or lover, or your family, or your friends) will have an English (or other language guide can be arrange) speaking driver cum guide, a private vehicle (with size in accordance with the group) and a licensed driver. The guide, driver and vehicle will be at your service during the whole trip organized by MMadventure. (You can choose your own departure date.)

Itinerary

1445 hrs	Pick from Hotel (Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya Town), short visit (45 minutes) to Batu Caves before heading for Kuala Selangor.
1615hrs	Proceed to Kuala Selangor town in the quiet hamlet of Kampung Kuantan, site of one of the largest firefly colonies in the world.
1700 hrs	* If time permits, we will stop by at a Village House (traditional Malay house - almost 90 years old), and to see and feel rubber trees, palm oil trees & much more.......
1730 hrs	On arrival at Kuala Selangor, visit 'Kota Melawati' formerly known as 'Fort Altingsburg', the execution block, royal mausoleum and colonial buildings. A bird sanctuary park at the foot of Bukit Melawati is an ideal place for bird-watchers to watch local any migratory birds. Also found are silvered-leaf monkeys, butterflies and etc. al at Kuala Selangor, visit 'Kota Melawati' formerly known as 'Fort Altingsburg', the execution block, royal mausoleum and colonial buildings. A bird sanctuary park at the foot of Bukit Melawati is an ideal place for bird-watchers to watch local any migratory birds. Also found are silvered-leaf monkeys, butterflies and etc.
1830 hrs	Dinner (seafood)
1930 hrs	Next proceed to Kampung Kuantan. The highlight of the tour. Row upstream in a small un-motorised boat (tongkang) in the quiet darkness to witness the blinking trees. This scintillating display of fireflies portrays an image of a flashing Christmas tree. The synchronized, rhythmic flashing is produced by the thousand of fireflies found in the mangrove swamp of Kampung Kuantan. The skilled local oarsmen make this experience a memorable and unforgettable one.
2100 hrs	Estimated arrival in Kuala Lumpur. END OF TOUR.

Tour Price / Booking / Reservation Info

Price for year 2011/12

Daily Departure - Prices published are NETT

Price in Ringgit Malaysia (Ex. Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya) & pick from other destination can be arrange.

Adult			Children	Booking
1 Pax RM420.00	2 Pax and above RM220.00	(age 3 ~ 12) RM160.00 per pax		Click on the reservation button to make your Booking
Prices shown above are based on per person

No Discount is available for this tour as the price is one of the lowest published for a Private Tour, please DO NOT CALL for a discount (we do not entertain such calls). Please book online.

Pick up from Golden Palm Tree Sea Villa & Spa in Sepang will cost additional RM300.00 for transport (return transfer is included), per vehicle (seats 10 pax).

Deposit
RM50.00 per person, is required when you book this tour. After submitting the reservation/booking form online, you will be taken to the payment page (deposit must be paid via Credit Card / Debit Card) & the balance payment must be paid in CASH (Ringgit Malaysia) when we pick you up on the tour day.

Balance Payment
NO Credit Card payments are allowed for your balance payment, balance payment must be paid in CASH only.

Fireflies tour includes
Car / Van with English speaking driver cum guide
all return land transfers from your hotel in Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya
Malaysian dinner (seafood) (Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required)
All drinking water
Food for feeding Silver Leaf Monkeys
Insect repellent
Boat cruise on Kuala Selangor River to see Fireflies
Entrance fee for firefly

Optional Stop (token of appreciation to house owner is required, minimum RM10.00 per group)
Stop over at Malay Traditional House (the house was built 90 years ago), Rubber & Palm Tree Plantations, local fruit trees & etc

Tour excludes:
Personal Expenditure
Others which are not mentioned in itinerary.

What to Bring & Do:
Bring along one long sleeve t-shirt and extra cash for other purchase during the tour and don't forget to bring sense of adventure / fun / humor / enthusiasm and a flexible attitude!

What to Wear
Wear comfortable, Sport shoes, T-shirt, long pants, sunglasses and hat.

Take Note (fine print)
Due to the nature of the tour, the weather, road condition, local circumstances, prevailing safety factors, the route & itinerary may vary to those published but the content of the tour will remain the same. The final decision of the actual itinerary will be made by us on the day of the tour.

Basic Terms, No Refund will be entertained in case of "NO SHOW" or "UN-USED" Service.

All participants will be required to sign a Liability Release Form before departure.

Key Information

This tour is Customizable

Tour Duration	6 hours (estimate only), it can take longer if your travel date falls on holiday in Malaysia
Starting Point	Any hotel in Kuala Lumpur / Petaling Jaya & pick from other destination can be arranged.
End Point	As pick up point, drop off at other destination can be arranged.
Group Size	1 to 9 (let us know if you have a bigger group)
Destinations	Malaysia (visiting Kuala Lumpur & Selangor states)
Specialty Categories	Wildlife / Nature / Culture / Local Cuisine
Transport	Mini Van / Car / MPV
Season	Year Round