Cameron Highlands Tips & Seasonal Guide

Visiting Cameron Highlands is actually very easy and straightforward. For locals, coming here is a breeze as you can easily drive here or take a bus that comes from most major towns and cities. As a general guide:

• Accommodation during peak season – Ideally, you should stay in new apartments that offer many facilities. Avoid apartments with very low rates as you would need to compromise with hygiene, cleanliness, location, parking space and such. At times, you have unprofessional hosts as well.
• Driving here – the Malaysian traffic laws are practiced and enforced in Cameron Highlands. You can park at most designated boxes around but if you are issued parking summon, it will be RM30 within the first 7 days and you can do this at any of the local police stations.
• Emergencies – There is a police station operating in every town in Cameron Highlands like Ringlet, Tanah Rata and Brinchang.

 

Best to spend your holiday during off-peak season

The best time to travel to Cameron Highlands is during the off peak season. Other than that, during peak holiday season such as weekends, holiday breaks and festive season, the town can be extremely crowded. Most probably you’ll get stuck in the traffic during lunch and dinner hours during peak season.

Book your accommodation weeks ahead

On top of that, you will also have to book accommodation at least one month in advance during holiday season because rooms are usually fully booked. During peak season, it is best to stay in hotels around town centre for you can walk to attractions without having to stuck in the traffic for hours (if you are driving).

Shops and restaurants in Brinchang close later than those in Tanah Rata. Starbucks in Tanah Rata closes around 12 am during holiday season. Try to leave earlier during the holiday seasons. Among all townships in the Highlands, hotels and apartments in Brinchang are more accessible.