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    Kuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg

    3.9(16 reviews)
    By Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn BhdProduct code 38355P674
    Glorious & glistening fireflies along mangrove swamps
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    Enjoy freshly cooked seafood dinner at a native seafood restaurantBeautiful sunset view at the jettyEnjoy freshly cooked seafood dinner at a native seafood restaurantKuala Selangor Firefly ParkGlorious & glistening fireflies along mangrove swampsFort Altingsburg, built by the second sultan of Selangor in the 18th century to defend the city against foreign invasionPassengers getting ready to get on-board the boatKuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 13Kuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 14FireflyKuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 16Kuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 17Kuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 18Bukit MelawatiKuala Selangor Sunset & Fireflies Tour with Fort Altingsburg gallery 20

    Duration

    6 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Kuala Lumpur

    Why Travelers Love This

    3.9 rating from 16 reviews6 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Escape the busy city life of Kuala Lumpur with your trip to the hamlet town of Kuala Selangor. Enjoy the boat ride along the river banks of Firefly Park to catch the colonies of fireflies producing magnificent twinkling lights. - Historical & rustic town of Kuala Selangor - Glorious & glistening fireflies along mangrove swamps - Haven for local & migratory birds - Friendly guide to explain Malaysia's multicultural society - Hassle free hotel pick up & drop off included

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Entrance fees and join boat ride

    Other

    English Speaking Driver

    Transportation amenities

    Air-conditioned vehicle

    Other

    Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

    Not included

    Fees

    Optional

    Food and drink

    Optional

    Other

    Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable

    Other

    Tram Ride

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance)

    End point

    You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance)

    Pickup details

    Custom traveler pickup may be available
    Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start. Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point. Hotline number : +60 10 777 3860 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm)

    Itinerary

    Standard6 hours
    1

    Pass by stop 1

    The fully air-conditioned vehicles will be manned by your own personal driver with pick-up times from 3.30 pm.

    2

    Stop 2

    20 minutes

    Sri Shakti Dhevasthanam Temple is a breathtaking Hindu temple dedicated to the divine feminine energy, Shakti. Renowned for its detailed craftsmanship, the temple features thousands of intricately carved statues of Hindu deities, all created using traditional techniques and natural materials.

    3

    Stop 3

    30 minutes

    17:00 Arrive at Kota Melawati (formerly known as Fort Altingsburg) **Weekday by walking tour (15-20 minutes to Bukit Melawati), Weekend with Tram service Bukit Melawati is a popular tourist attraction. The hill overlooks the Strait of Malacca and has a lighthouse as well as the remains of the Kota Melawati fort.

    4

    Stop 4

    10 minutes

    Formerly named Altingsburg Lighthouse, after a Dutch governor. Built in 1907 and started operating in 1910. Beautiful lighthouse on the top of bukit melawati, kuala selangor. It's a good place to take photo. However, tourists are not allow to enter in the lighthouse. Malacca Strait Have a look of Strait of Malacca: Straits of Malacca is a narrow, 550 mi stretch of water between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. As the main shipping channel between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, it is one of the most important shipping lanes in the world

    5

    Pass by stop 5

    For maximum visibility, the best time to experience Kuala Selangor’s fireflies is slightly after 8pm on a clear, moonless night. Any later than that, and the fireflies may have found a mate, causing them to stop flashing. There are three places to catch this rare, natural phenomenon: 1) Pasir Penambang 2) Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park 3) Kampung Bukit Belimbing Firefly Park 4) D’Tour Jetty Our Starting point will be the D’Tour Jetty

    6

    Pass by stop 6

    Passing by Kuala Selangor Nature Park

    7

    Pass by stop 7

    This is another jetty, incase D'tour (our main tour start point) jetty not operating.

    8

    Stop 8

    1 hourAdmission included

    19:30 Depart to Jetty for Registration 20:00 Boarding and Observe Fireflies You will be taken on a boat ride along the Selangor River where the fireflies inhibit around the branches of the “Berembang” trees along the riverbank. Start Time: 8pm (15-20 minutes) Boat: Electrically powered fiberglass boat For maximum visibility, the best time to experience Kuala Selangor’s fireflies is slightly after 8pm on a clear, moonless night. Any later than that, and the fireflies may have found a mate, causing them to stop flashing.

    9

    Pass by stop 9

    Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel and you will arrive in Kuala Lumpur around a proximity 9.30pm to 10pm after a wonderful and unforgettable tour.

    Additional Info

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants Must Sit On Laps

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Other

    An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

    Other

    Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Other

    The use of flash photography is not permitted during firefly tours.

    Other

    Recommend to use mosquito repellent.

    Other

    What to Wear - Light and comfortable clothing (preferably dry-fit material), Walking shoes, It is recommended to wear closed shoes

    Other

    What to Bring - Insect repellent, Camera, Sport sandals & Insect repellent

    Other

    Tours are conducted in English only

    Other

    This tour will push through rain or shine. In case of rain, please do bring an umbrella or poncho

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

    Review Summary

    3.9

    16 reviews

    Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

    5 stars7
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    3 stars3
    2 stars0
    1 stars2

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