Private Batu Caves, Melawati Hill and Firefly Trip from Kuala Lumpur
A golden statue, a fishing village and mangroves that glow at night
Climb 272 steps past a golden statue of Lord Murugan, then watch fireflies from a motor boat on the Kuala Selangor River. This private day tour from Kuala Lumpur also takes in Melawati Hill, its silver-leaf monkeys and a seafood dinner in a fishing village.
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Visit Batu Caves and Firefly Tour
- Climb 272 steps at Batu Caves
- See Hindu temple inside caves
- See golden statue of Lord Murugan
- Observe monkeys near stairs
- Visit Melawati Hill and Fort Altingsburg
- See silver-leaf monkeys at Melawati Hill
- Go to Fisherman Village for dinner
- Take boat ride on Kuala Selangor River
- Watch fireflies at mangrove area
- Batu Caves 1h
- Melawati Hill 1h
What’s included
- Private transportation.
- Bottled water.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Every day 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30
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You climb 272 steps past a golden Lord Murugan statue, then ride a motor boat to watch fireflies over the mangroves at night. Seafood dinner comes first.
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The experience
The climb starts beneath a towering golden statue of Lord Murugan, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Its steps lead up toward the cave entrances, and along the way a tribe of monkeys wanders among the visitors, so keep your belongings close. Rest points on the stairs open onto views over the suburbs of the city. At the top, a temple sits inside the limestone caves, surrounded by Hindu artwork and shrines. Admission is free, and stalls and restaurants outside the entrance serve Indian food.
Next comes Melawati Hill, also called Monkey Hill, where the view reaches toward Kuala Selangor. You can explore Fort Altingsburg and the Royal Mausoleum, and climb the legendary 100 steps that lead to a fabled execution block. Silver-leaf monkeys, known as silvery lutung, can be met here. They have grey-tipped, dark brown or black fur that gives them a silvery look, a long tail and a crest along the top of the head.
Then you head to Pasir Penambang, the fishing village, for a seafood dinner at a restaurant by the Kuala Selangor River. After dinner you board a motor boat and go out along the river toward the mangroves. Fireflies, known locally as kelip kelip, favour these swamps, and along the riverbanks they light up the trees while feeding on the nectar from the leaves.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 9 years): free. Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Is the Batu Caves climb hard for older travelers?
It can be hard for seniors. The area is not very handicap-accessible, and senior travelers may have difficulty getting up the stairs to the entrances.
Do I need a change of clothes for the caves?
Only if you plan to take a spelunking tour, since the wild caves are very muddy.
Can I see silver-leaf monkeys on Melawati Hill?
You can encounter silver-leaf monkeys at Melawati Hill, also called Monkey Hill, where the view reaches toward Kuala Selangor.
Where is dinner on this firefly tour?
Dinner is at a seafood restaurant by the Kuala Selangor River in Pasir Penambang, the fishing village, before the boat ride.
How do you see the fireflies on this tour?
From a motor boat on the Kuala Selangor River, which goes out to the mangrove area where fireflies light up the trees along the riverbanks.
Operated by Rosman Arie KL Exec Taxi Services. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Private Batu Caves and Firefly Day Trip from Kuala Lumpur
9h–12h · at your hotel
from US$ 81.56 per person
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