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Kuala Selangor Fireflies Evening River Cruise from Kuala Lumpur

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6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

See millions of fireflies light up the night sky on this 6  to 8-hour half-day tour of Kuala Selangor, the only place in the region close to Kuala Lumpur where you can watch fireflies twinkling synchronously in the night air. Marvel at a wonder of nature on a boat trip with your family or friends.

• Historical & rustic town of Kuala Selangor
• Glorious & glistening fireflies along mangrove swamps
• Haven for local & migratory birds
• Hassle free hotel pick up & drop off included

What's Included

  • Entrance fees and join boat ride
  • English speaking driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner Optional
  • Optional
  • Tram Ride
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Free hotel pick-up & drop-off from your hotel located at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (5km radius from KLCC). 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) 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.

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Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Kuala Lumpur (pass by)

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

Sungai Buloh is a city and mukim in Petaling District, Selangor. The name itself means "bamboo river" in the Malay language. It is located along the Kuala Selangor highway.Make your way towards the Sungai Buloh exit from to North-South Expressway and arrive to Kuala Selangor.
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Sri Shakti Temple

Sri Shakti Temple rises majestically as a unique beacon of Hindu architectural excellence in Malaysia.Note: There are specific time only temple open and most of the time we just stop for photo stop only.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bukit Melawati

17:00 Arrive at Kota Melawati (formerly known as Fort Altingsburg) **Weekday by walking tour (15-20 minutes to Bukit Melawati), Weekend with Tram serviceBukit 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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Altingsburg Lighthouse

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
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kuala Selangor (pass by)

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
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Kuala Selangor Nature Park (Taman Alam Kuala Selangor) (pass by)

Passing by Kuala Selangor Nature Park (Taman Alam Kuala Selangor), Kuala Selangor, Selangor
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Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park (pass by)

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

19:30 Depart to Jetty for Registration 20:00 Boarding and Observe FirefliesYou 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 boatFor 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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Kuala Lumpur (pass by)

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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommend to use mosquito repellent.
  • 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.
  • What to Wear - Light and comfortable clothing (preferably dry-fit material), Walking shoes, It is recommended to wear closed shoes

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kuala Selangor Fireflies Evening River Cruise from Kuala Lumpur?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+08). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.32
130 reviews

Average 4.32 out of 5 stars based on 130 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance fees and join boat ride
  • English speaking driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (5km radius from KLCC)
  • DinnerOptional
  • Optional
  • Tram Ride

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The use of flash photography is not permitted during firefly tours.
  • Recommend to use mosquito repellent.
  • 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.
  • What to Wear - Light and comfortable clothing (preferably dry-fit material), Walking shoes, It is recommended to wear closed shoes
  • What to Bring - Insect repellent, Camera, Sport sandals & Insect repellent
  • Tours are conducted in English only
  • This tour will push through rain or shine. In case of rain, please do bring an umbrella or poncho
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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