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The best family day trips for a fun holiday

Published by SchoolAdvisor | Mar 31, 2017

Because we could all use a little break from the hustle and bustle of the city, right?

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Kuala Selangor, Selangor

After dark the must-see Kuala Selangor attractions are the fireflies. The mangrove swamps along the banks of the Selangor River are one of a handful of places in the world where fireflies gather in such huge numbers. A firefly is a type of tiny beetle whose tail flashes on and off at night to attract mates. Kampung Kuantan and the Firefly Park Resort are two places where boats are taken out nightly to observe the firefly illuminations.

Another unique attraction in the town is the Silver leaf monkeys. They are not shy of humans at all and will take food from your hand, whether you want to give it or not! The monkeys are very cute especially the babies which are bright orange.

Sekinchan, Selangor

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Sekinchan is a small town located in the state of Selangor, Malaysia. It is about 102 km north of Kuala Lumpur, and 28 km from Kuala Selangor. Sekinchan is in the middle of the main rice-bowl area of Selangor, in the Sabak Bernam district. It is one of the major rice producing areas of Malaysia. Treat the whole family to a wondrous time at the Paddy Processing Gallery so the kids can see where their rice is milled after being harvested.

The Sekinchan Wishing Tree is definitely a sight to be behold. The kids will the amazed at the sight of a huge tree, weighed down by hundreds of red ribbons bearing wishes.

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Sabak Bernam, Selangor

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A two-hour drive away from the city, Sabak Bernam is located in Kuala Selangor and famed for its agricultural activities, beautiful beaches and slow paced life.

Get in touch with nature by renting a bicycle and cycling around the paddy field with your kids and revel in the breathtaking view of lush greenery. Cruise along the mangrove river and learn about the river ecosystem before heading out to the jungle for a spot of hornbill watching at Sungai Karang Forest Reserve Hornbill Observatory Centre. You can also marvel at the beautiful sunset at Pantai BNO.

Janda Baik, Pahang

 A 45-minute drive from KL, the tranquil village of Janda Baik is the perfect getaway for the whole family. Janda Baik is nestled in green rain forest where you can unwind and enjoy the fresh air. If you're planning a weekend trip, stay at Enderong Resort; Janda Baik's very own Shangri-La. The resort is a nature retreat surrounded by streams, hills and grassy areas. 

Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre, Pahang

 

Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre is located 110km away from KL in Pahang, which is home to orphaned animals and trained elephants used to help in the translocation of their wild compatriots.

Families can participate in interesting activities like walking an interpretive trail where you can watch the young elephants roam around, video presentations on how the translocation process works and the mahouts bathing their charges. The kids will love feeding the elephants (food will be on sale) and everyone enjoys seeing them bathe in the river. There is no entry fee per se but a donation is expected. The centre is open daily from 8am to 4.45pm.