Fraser's Hill Resort

Fraser's Hill

Fraser's Hill resort is one of the least developed hill resort compared to Cameron Highlands or Genting Highlands. As such,this resort which is located at an altitude of 1,524 metres above sea level is an ideal place for one who just want to enjoy the undisturbed nature in a cool environment. Activities that you can do here include bird-watching, camping,horse-riding, jungle trekking, fishing, golfing as well as discovering the many flora and fauna that abounds in this hill.

This hill was founded by Louis James Fraser, a Scottish trader who established tin ore trading station at the end of 1900.He used to use mule to transport the goods. However, he mysteriously disappeared in the jungle of Fraser's Hill without a trace in the early 1900s. In 1919, the hill was developed into a hill station for those who want to escape the heat andhumid weather at the lowlands of Malaysia.

The main landmark of Fraser's Hill at the town centre, The Clocktower

The bungalows and resorts offered here are mostly Tudor styled in design, reminding us of the cottage houses that you see in Scotland or England. The temperature at this hill resort vary from 18° C to 21°C and is a perfect getaway from theheat of the city.

Bird Watching

One of the key activities that you can do here is bird-watching. This hill resort has become a premier bird watching centre in Malaysia with more than 270 species of birds discovered so far. As a recognition of this, the Malaysian Nature society,the WWF Malaysia and Fraser's Hill Development Corporation organise the International Bird Race annually usually in themonth of June. Getting a good binocular and a camera is a must if you want to enjoy the most of your bird-watching activity.

The birds that can easily spotted here are the silver-eared mesia, long tailed sibia, fire tufted barbet and the blyth's hawk eagle.

This year's Fraser's Hill International Bird Race 2011 is scheduled to be held from 25th-26th June 2011. The bird race is a race where teams of 3 persons compete against each other in searching, identifying and recording as many species of birdsin Fraser's Hill within a stipulated time.

If you are into bird watching, sign up for the event organised by:

Secretariat
Fraser's Hill Bird Race
c/o Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser
JKR300, Jalan Masjid, 25000 Kuantan
Pahang Darul Makmur

Tel: +6 09 5171 623, +6 09 5171 624

Tel: +6 09 3622 195 (Fraser's Hill Office)

Special Promotional Accommodations during the race are usually offered at Jelai Highway Resort and Fraser's Silverpark Resort. Rates inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fraser's Silverpark Resort Tel No: +6 09 3622 888.

Jelai Highlands Resort Tel No: +6 09 3622 600.

Other events held were the Wildlife Exhibition, Nature Exhibition, Handicrafts Exhibition, Arts and Portraits Exhibitions.

Waterfall and Allan's Waters

If you have your own transport, visit the Jeriau Falls, a waterfall with crystal clear water where you can take a dip andenjoy the tranquility of the nature. It is located 5km away from the town centre.

There is also the man-made lake called Allan's Water where you can do boating for a fee. Children will love the boatingon the lake in the midst of cool and quiet environment.

Visit the Jeriau Waterfall, 5 km away from the town centre

Golf Course & Jungle Trails

The golf course in Fraser's Hill used to be a 18-hole golf course but unfortunately it was recently turned into a 9-hole golf course. Golf enthusiasts however can take heart that there is still a golf course to play in this hill resort.

There are many jungle trails for you to go for jungle trekking in this resort. Remember to ask for a guide if you are notfamiliar with this place. The popular trails that you can trek are the Maxwell Trail, Bishop Trail, Rompin Trail, Abu Suradi Trail, Kindersley Trail, Mager Trail, Pine Tree Trail and Hermant Trail.

The 9-hole Golf Course in Fraser's Hill

Accommodation

Bungalows, Hotels and Apartments are the main accommodation in Fraser's Hill. Bookings can be done by calling the hotels directly.

Getting To Fraser's Hill

The distance of the resort from Kuala Lumpur is approximately 105km. There is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur to Fraser's Hill. You will need to take bus no 66 from Pudu Raya Bus Terminal to Kuala Kubu Bahru. The bus services are available every 30 minutes. From Kuala Kubu Bahru, take the 10am bus to the hill.

If you are driving from Kuala Lumpur, take the North South Highway to the north and exit at Rawang. From Rawang, follow the signage to Ipoh and you will pass Serendah town followed by Batang Kali and Rasa town. After Rasa town, follow the signage and turn right to Kuala Kubu Bahru town. From here, follow the easterly road past the police station and up the hill. There is no longer any time restriction to go up and down the resort as a new road was opened in March 2006.

Sometimes, unfavourable road conditions may force the authorities to revert to the 1-way road system at the Gap. To be sure, call the police station at +609 3622222 before embarking on your journey.

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