Fraser Hill

Fraser 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 and humid weather at the lowlands of Malaysia.

Clocktower

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 the heat 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 the month 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.

Waterfall and Allan's Waters

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

If you have your own transport, visit the Jeriau Falls, a waterfall with crystal clear water where you can take a dip and enjoy 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 boating on the lake in the midst of cool and quiet environment.

Golf Course

The 9-hole Golf Course in Fraser's Hill

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 not familiar 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.