Cameron Highlands Travel Information
Cameron Highlands, which occupies the northwestern part of the state of Pahang, is Malaysia's largest and most popular hill resort. It is about 3 hours drive from Kuala Lumpur.
The Lakehouse is situated at approximately 1,000 m above sea level in the Cameron Highlands, about 200 km north of Malaysia's capital - Kuala Lumpur. Set in an area dubbed the "The Valley of Eternal Spring", this Tudor-style country house, backed by state reserve forests, sits atop a hill overlooking the Sultan Abu Bakar Lake. A short distance from the towns of Tanah Rata and Ringlet, it is within close proximity to many key attractions.
By Road:
Cameron Highlands is 200km from Kuala Lumpur. The quickest route is by the North–South Expressway, turning in near the town of Tapah (Exit No 132). From Tapah, you will take a scenic road, which is about 60km, to Cameron Highlands. An alternative route via the Simpang Pulai (Exit No 137) if you are travelling from the North or Penang, which is about 140 km to Cameron Highlands.
By Train:
There is no train service to Cameron Highlands but the nearest stop is Tapah Road. From here you can take a taxi or bus to Cameron Highlands. Train schedule can be obtained from KTM Berhad, at tel: 603-2267 1200, email: passenger@ktmb.com.my and website: www.ktmb.com.my.
By Private Taxi:
We can arrange a private taxi to fetch you from and to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands, Malacca, Ipoh, Tapah, Lumut & Penang. The cost of the one-way transfers are as follows:
TAXI TRANSPORT CHARGES 2010
Effective from January 01 to December 31, 2010 |
| The Lakehouse/KLIA |
RM 380nett |
| The Lakehouse/KLIA(LCCT) |
RM 390nett |
| The Lakehouse/KLcity |
RM 300nett |
| The Lakehouse/Genting Highlands |
RM 400nett |
| The Lakehouse/Malacca |
RM 500nett |
| The Lakehouse/Ipoh |
RM 200nett |
| The Lakehouse/Tapah |
RM 140nett |
| The Lakehouse/Lumut |
RM 290nett |
| The Lakehouse/Penang |
RM 400nett |
| The Lakehouse/KLIA(8 seater van) |
RM 700nett |
| The Lakehouse/KLcity(8 seater van) |
RM 650nett |
| The Lakehouse/Penang(8 seater van) |
RM 700nett |
- All the above rates are subject to change without notice
- All the above charges are one way & nett rates
- 50% surcharge is applicable on the rates between 1800 hours until 0600 hours the following day
- Maximum of 4 persons per taxi
- Van transport can be arranged upon request
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By Coach:
Transportation into Cameron Highlands
| 1) Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands |
| Bus company |
: Kurnia Bistari |
| Departure From |
: Puduraya Bus Terminal (ticket purchase ~ counter 37) |
| Departure Time |
: 8am, 9am, 10.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm & 4.30pm (approx 4 hours travel time) |
| Tel |
: 019-3731172 ( Ms Vivi) |
| Price (1-way) |
: From RM 23.00 per person |
| 2) Penang to Cameron Highlands |
| Bus company |
: Kurnia Bistari |
| Departure From |
: Perangin Mall (near Komtar) |
| Departure Time |
: 8am, 9am, 2pm, 5pm (approx 5 hours travel time) |
| Tel |
: 04-2623313 / 8313 |
| Price (1-way) |
: From RM 28.00 per person |
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