| District | Cameron Highlands, Pahang, 712.18 km² |
|---|---|
| Named for | William Cameron, who surveyed it in 1885 |
| Distance | about 200 km north of Kuala Lumpur |
| Tea | BOH Tea Plantation, founded 1929 per the tour page |
| Admin center | Tanah Rata |
Discover the Beauty of Cameron Highlands: Tea, Culture & Nature
Discover the charm of the Cameron Highlands as you wander through the lush BOH Tea Plantation, Malaysia’s most iconic tea estate founded in 1929. Enjoy a guided tour of the fields and factory, then sip freshly brewed tea while taking in sweeping views of the green hills.
Continue to the Rose Garden and strawberry farms, where you can admire vibrant blooms and taste strawberries picked straight from the source. Visit the colorful Butterfly Park, home to exotic species and tropical plants.
Your journey then takes you to the region’s lifeblood – its flower and vegetable farms, where local communities showcase sustainable farming methods passed down for generations.
Step into a different world at an Orang Asli village, where you may meet the village chief and gain insight into the traditional way of life of the indigenous people.
Later, take a short forest trek to a secluded waterfall, perfect for a refreshing dip and a relaxing picnic. On the return trip, stop at the bustling local day market before wrapping up the day at the scenic Lata Iskandar Waterfall – a picture-perfect end to a rejuvenating escape into Malaysia’s cool highland paradise.
About the Cameron Highlands
English Wikipedia describes the Cameron Highlands as a district in Pahang covering 712.18 square kilometers, about 200 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur and 90 kilometers east of Ipoh, surveyed by William Cameron in 1885. The tour page describes a guided visit to the BOH Tea Plantation, founded in 1929, plus a rose garden, strawberry farms and a butterfly park. We have not independently verified the founding year. We have not verified tour prices, schedules, stops or inclusions, so confirm them with Absolute Asia Tours before booking.
Sources (read in English, English Wikipedia): Cameron Highlands. Last checked November 2026.
Discover the Beauty of Cameron Highlands: FAQ
How far are the Cameron Highlands from Kuala Lumpur?
About 200 kilometers north.
Who was it named after?
William Cameron, who surveyed it in 1885.
What does the tour visit?
A tea plantation, rose garden, strawberry farms and butterfly park.
How big is the district?
712.18 square kilometers.
How long is the tour?
A full day.