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West Coast Malaysia

farmstay malaysia rice fieldsFrom Kuala Lumpur all the way north to Thailand the west coast is Malaysia’s most populated and multi cultural region. Though relatively densely populated and industrialized, in many areas it still displays a lot of rural charm, and agritourism is quite popular; it has some of Malaysia’s best leisure farm stays, even quite near Kuala Lumpur.

The wildly spectacular Cameron Highlands are to be found north of the capital and are a popular place for trekking and hiking through its tropical forests and tall mountains. Between there and the coast lies Perak state once home to some of Asia’s greatest tin mining industry and with many still busy towns such as Taiping and Ipoh with much Chinese influence. Offshore there you’ll find the island of Pulau Pangkor a pleasant weekend getaway for families from the big city.

Going farther north Penang Island is a well known destination for many both inside and outside Malaysia. It has been a major trading post for hundreds of years having had strong commercial connections with Thailand, India, Indonesia, China and Britain. It’s capital Georgetown with its interesting, colourful, mix of architecture and food remains a testament to those times.

Above Penang, towards Thailand, lie the states of Perlis and Kedah; strongly agricultural they are traditionally known as Malaysia’s rice bowl or jelapang padi and produce a huge amount of rice along with some tea plantations. The culture here is more Malay than farther south though with some Thai influence and fairly unassuming and rural, though it is here that Pulau Langkawi is located, an offshore island that is internationally famous as an upper class beach resort. Though not many do it, the more adventurous traveler might take a detour from the journey into Thailand by visiting the vast Ulu Muda Eco Park, a wild and remote protected zone of jungle that can offer some great trekking through some really beautiful, though sometimes difficult, terrain.

Interior Malaysia

Malaysia’s remote hinterland though much more developed these days due to the logging industry than before is still in many parts a wild and inhospitable land of mountains, rainforests and rivers with some awe inspiring natural landscapes to be enjoyed.

Tourism here, thankfully perhaps, is not a huge industry though there are a few popular jungle lodges to be found. Leisure farm resorts and farmstays though are still few and far between.

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The highlight of this region is the Tamam Negara which just means National Park in Malay and is a huge swathe of ancient rain forest. Protected from loggers and developers it has an amazing richness of flora and fauna throughout its over 4000 square miles of wilderness.

It is also home to about a thousand members of the indigenous Batek Orang Asli tribe who live in small hunter gatherer settlements, deep in the jungle, and relatively isolated from modern life.  Jungle treks can be arranged around Tamam Negara from the town of Kuala Tahan the main gateway to the area, while outside the park you can ride a jungle train north through other remote parts of the interior, and other state parks; the Kenong Rimba and the Stong State Park.

 

East Coast Malaysia

farmstay malaysia, perenthian islandsMalaysia’s eastern states; Kelantan and Terengganu, are noticeably far more traditionally Malay, rural and conservative, than those of the west. The area was never as populated, developed and industrialized as the west and neither did it have the same melting pot of cultures passing through. Its main industries are still agriculture and fishing though it does also have a laid back tourist scene too, and one or two nice leisure farm resorts and farmstays.

Travelers tend to head to certain spots along the coast; Cherating is a low key destination that sees many foreign backpackers while farther north you’ll find a great choice of beaches and islands; Pulau Perhentin and Pulau Redang are some of the many popular places for scuba diving and snorkeling.

 

Southern Malaysia

South of Kuala Lumpur on the well word route to Singapore lies the famous state and city of Melaka or Melacca. Dating back over 600 years it was once one of Asia’s most important trading ports, and during the fifteenth century the site of the Melaka Sultanate in what became known as the Malay Golden Age. farmstay malaysia, malaka beach

It fell to the Portuguese in the sixteenth century and so also became something of a stepping stone for the hundreds of years of European colonization that was to come. The old town of Melaka city became a UNESCO world heritage site in 2008 and it attracts many visitors with its elegant mix of old style architecture and medieval atmosphere. Outside the city you’ll find the Cape Rachado or Tanjung Tuan nature reserve.  

Between Malaka and KL the often overlooked state of Negeri Sembilan has a few interesting sites like the Chinese Temple at Wan Loong and the hilltop fort of Kota Lukut, as well as some good beaches around the capital Port Dickson and some smaller national parks.

The southeast of the peninsula is even more popular for its beaches, with some great scuba diving and snorkeling to be enjoyed around the crystal clear waters of the Seribuat Archipeligo and between it and the south west coast there is the ruggedly beautiful Endau Rompin National Park.

 

Sarawak

farmstay malaysia wildlife jungle treksThe great state of Sarawak, Malaysia’s largest covers a huge area in the north of Borneo and though maybe not having much of an agritourism farmstay industry it is an exceptional place to visit for so many reasons, being as it is home to a such large amount of indigenous tribes and an incredible array of animal and plant life.

It may have an incredible array of wildlife but how long that may continue is open to question; Sarawak, like its smaller neighbour Sabah, also has a large palm oil industry which has led to wholesale deforestation and made it the focus of much environmental campaigning, with even the survival of the iconic Orang-utan under threat.

The beautiful Bako National Park near the capital Kuching is one highlight of any trip to Sarawak. It’s a wild swamp and forest area teeming with wildlife while also having some beautiful beaches. An even bigger highlight might just be the Gunung Mulu Park up in the far northeast towards Sabah, a huge area of limestone peaks and an amazing network of underground caves.

Gunung Mulu is near Sarawak’s second city; Miri, which is a good base for exploring some of the indigenous settlements of the interior. You can take flights on small Twin Otter planes to remote areas like the Kelabit Highlands where you can arrange over night accommodation with local tribes as well as extensive treks through the jungles and mountains.

 

Sabah

Malaysia’s other Bornean state Sabah is like Sarawak a region of dense, ancient rainforest that is a habitat for an extraordinary range of flora and fauna. Like Sarawak too though that picture is under threat from logging and mass deforestation by the palm oil industry.farmstay malaysia, orang utan

At its center is the spectacular Crocker mountain range, with its highest; Gunung Kinabalu being among the highest mountains in South East Asia. It’s a great area for adventurous mountain and jungle trekking though never to be taken lightly by the unfit or unprepared.

In places like Semporna, Sipadan and Mabul you’ll find some pristine white sand beaches and protected coral reefs that attract divers and snorkelers from all around the world. And all around each of those places you’ll find equally beautiful stretches of coastline that you’ll have almost to yourself. The Kudat Peninsula is another interesting diversion with great beaches and a chance to visit some longhouses of the local Rungus tribe in isolated settlements along the route north to the Tip of Borneo.

For straight jungle treks and tours around the Kinabatangan River is a good place to start with guided hikes and more relaxing boat tours on offer and of course farther south from there you have the Danum Valley Conservation Area which has the famous canopy walkway above the treetops and a few accommodation options. The more adventurous might be more happy in the far south of Sabah and the deep forests of the Maliau Basin which offer more challenging treks through some beautiful but extremely remote and inhospitable jungle.

 


A SELECTION OF OUR RECOMMENDED LEISURE FARM STAYS &  IN MALAYSIA:

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    HS Farm Stay Waterpark

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    Category: B&B Farm Stays, Family Friendly Farm Stays, Farm Hotels with Spa, and Horse Riding Stays
    Address: Ptd 4116, Parit Pajar, Jalan Kesang
    Muar
    Johor
    84000
    Malaysia
    HS Farm Waterpark is a fun Malaysian farm stay getaway in Johor, near to the popular tourist towns, and states, of Malacca and Muar. They have a waterpark, a well stocked fishing pond and a great range of exotic and not so exotic animals that guests are free to interact with and learn about. The Accommodation: They have a nice selection of comfortable, spacious, B&B rooms all with, at the very least flat screen TV and fan that can cater for differing numbers of guests. Their breakfast is buffet style with a wide range of options and they also serve good buffet meals throughout the day too. It’s a lively place with many activities on offer for both kids and adults, fishing, cycling, horse riding, swimming, water slides, spa facilities etc. In the evenings barbecues are organized with some karaoke sessions, and you’ll find all the staff welcoming and friendly. The Farm: The farm animals include sheep, cattle, porcupines, snakes, marmoset monkeys and horses. and you can arrange a nice, educational tour of the farm where guests get a chance to meet and learn about the many different animals that call the place home. You’ll also find a gift shop at the property too with many nature and farm based souvenirs available. The Location: Most guests take in the farmstay as a detour from the beautiful city of Melaka/Malacca one of Malaysia’s most popular tourist attractions and a virtual must see for anyone exploring southern Malaysia. It’s only about a 30-minute’s drive directly south along the coast roads from Melaka, very near where Johor and Melaka states meet, and it can make for a nice scenic drive. The regions main airport is Senai international Airport about 1 hour 45 minutes south again while Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur and its own international airport is a little over two hours away back up to the north. Note: Children are welcome but not pets, and though they have WiFi you only find it in some of the main, common areas. READ MORE
     
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    Carpe Diem Orchard Home

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    Category: Family Friendly Farm Stays and Self Catering Farm Stays
    Address: 803, Jalan Besar Serendah
    Serendah
    Selangor
    48000
    Malaysia
    This stylish farm stay, outside the town of Serendah, Malaysia, is less than an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur and is a popular rural retreat from the city. THE ACCOMMODATION: It has a range of very comfortable suites and chalets for up to four people, all of them clean and comfortable with private bathroom.  There is a common kitchen in the main building too where you can cook using some of the farm’s own produce, as well as a dining room, library, games and reading room. Outside there is plenty of social space too; around the swimming pool and the barbecue pit where barbecues can be a nightly event. If you don’t feel like cooking there are a number of quality restaurants in the surrounding area serving Malay, Indian, Chinese and Western food, with one or two within walking distance. Ask the staff for advice. Carpe Diem has 18 acres of fruit orchards, vegetable plots, herb gardens, flower gardens, duck ponds and a swimming pool. THE LOCATION: Plenty of outdoor activities can also be arranged with help from the staff; cycling and trekking tours for example or fishing and fruit picking. There is lots to see and do in this part of Malaysia; the Ulu Yam Hot Springs, Orang Asli-Native Village and a country club with a public golf course are all within 15 minutes drive. Slightly farther afield, about a half an hour away, you’ll find some awesome jungle treks around Selangor Dam and Kuala Kubu Bahru. The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport less than 50 miles away. Note: No WiFi, and no pets allowed! WHAT OTHER GUESTS SAY: “Excellent: The owner was such a humble and nice person. All my family members enjoyed this short vacation and of course want to repeat it again….” “ The environment is soooo refreshinggg.. I like the kampunf style. Very peaceful. Definitely will come again…” >> CLICK HERE TO READ MORE REVIEWS & TO BOOK YOUR STAY AT CARPE DIEM ORCHARD HOME: READ MORE
     
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    Lake View Farm, Port Dickson

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    Category: Family Friendly Farm Stays and Self Catering Farm Stays
    Address: 2650
    Port Dickson
    Negeri Sembilan
    71000
    Malaysia
    Near Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, on the south west coast of Malaysia, Lake View Farm has self catering chalet accommodation surrounded by five acres of land and its own private lake. It is a cute friendly place with a family atmosphere and can be a nice gentle introduction to rural farming life. The Accommodation: The air conditioned chalet has 4 spacious bedrooms, each with one queen size bed and two singles, so there is space for up to 16 people to sleep. There is also a lounge/living room and dining area, a fully-equipped kitchen and four bathrooms. The lounge is spacious with plenty of seating and doors that open out on the lake where you’ll find plenty of space to relax, as well as barbecue facilities and outdoor seating. The Farm: The small farm has a number of friendly goats, hens and ducks, and grows various fruits and vegetables. Guests can enjoy plenty of interaction with the animals and are free to wander around the farm as much as they like. The farm owners have canoes and rowing boats for trips out on the lake as well as fishing equipment, which all guests are free to use. You’ll find the whole environment enjoyable in a very relaxing and pleasant way. The Location: The lovely, and very popular, beaches of Port Dickson are just 5 km from the farmstay, and there are plenty of great beaches all along the nearby coast from Tanjung Gemuk to Tanjung Tuan and beyond. The town of Port Dickson itself isn’t terribly beautiful or interesting but it does have plenty of shops, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants, and gets busy with tourists making their way down to the beaches. There also some historical sights around too including the Temple of Wan Loong and the hilltop Kota Lukut fortress, and the very lovely, and very historical (UNESCO World Heritage) city of Melaka, or Malacca, is about 100km south down the coast. The newly built ‘garden city’ of Putrajaya is about 43 km away from the farm stay and can make for an interesting, non touristy, diversion, while Malaysia’s huge capital Kuala Lumpur is about 60km to the north. READ MORE
     
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    Bao Sheng Durian Farm

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    Category: B&B Farm Stays, Family Friendly Farm Stays, and Organic Farm Stays
    Address: 150 Mukim 2, Balik Pulau,
    Tanjung Bungah
    Pulau Pinang
    11010
    Malaysia
    This quality farm stay is on the beautiful island of Penang, north west Malaysia and has a range of rooms on its organic durian fruit farm with an outdoor swimming pool and gardens of flowers. THE ACCOMMODATION: Their 6 traditional villa style rooms are spacious, clean and full of light. There is WiFi throughout the property and guests have access to the shared kitchen for cooking and dining and there are also some shared bathrooms and shower rooms, all of them clean and modern. Bike hire is also available at the farm to explore the surrounding area. THE FARM: For those of you not familiar with durian, though relatively unknown outside of South East Asia, it is extremely popular all over the region and is refreshing, tasty and super healthy. Though with a famously strong smell that a lot of people either love or hate! At Bao Sheng you can taste many different varieties of the fruit, learn a bit about their organic farming methods and the philosophy behind it. THE LOCATION: The surrounding area; a rural corner of Penang Island, is a tropical paradise, with swathes of green tropical hills and clean sandy beaches nearby. Teluk Bahang Dam is just a couple of miles away and a little farther on, the town of Teluk Bahang itself, a nice, low key beach town with a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. You’ll find such places as the Entopia Penang Butterfly farm and many more nature themed attractions, there, and all around the very scenic north coast of Penang The state capital George Town on the other side of the Island is an interesting city too, with a rich, cosmopolitan past that has been granted the inclusion into the list of UNESCO world heritage sites. Bao Sheng Durian farmstay is accessible from George Town around the coastal roads with some stunning scenery along the way. The nearest airport to this farm stay is Penang International Airport around ten miles away. WHAT OTHER GUESTS SAY: “Had a wonderful stay at the charming organic Durian Farm, a place to relax and rest surrounded by beautiful nature. The hosts were very welcoming and sociable and we enjoyed READ MORE
     

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