Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner

Outty Ranking 54 4.0 · 28 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $116
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54/100

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4.0/5

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Is Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner worth booking?

Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner is a 8-hour experience in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from $116 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
4/5 (28)
Duration
8 hours
From
$116 per person

Kuala Selangor Firefly en-route Batu Caves Temple & Malawati Hill Day Tour is an exciting excursion to one of the biggest firefly colonies in the world. Fireflies locally-known as ‘kelip kelip’, perhaps Kuala Selangor’s biggest attraction. Admire the beautiful display of nature in awed silence, with the swishing sound of the water gently lapping against the sides of the boat breaking the silence. The experience is surreal to say the least; it simply has to be seen to be believed. As an added value, Kuala Selangor Firefly Tour includes en-route stop at Batu Caves Temple and Malawati Hill.

What you get

    About this experience

    Kuala Selangor Firefly en-route Batu Caves Temple & Malawati Hill Day Tour is an exciting excursion to one of the biggest firefly colonies in the world. Fireflies locally-known as ‘kelip kelip’, perhaps Kuala Selangor’s biggest attraction. Admire the beautiful display of nature in awed silence, with the swishing sound of the water gently lapping against the sides of the boat breaking the silence. The experience is surreal to say the least; it simply has to be seen to be believed. As an added value, Kuala Selangor Firefly Tour includes en-route stop at Batu Caves Temple and Malawati Hill.

    What's included

    Included

    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • English Speaking chauffeur/guide.
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotel within 1KM From KLCC)
    • Served Seafood Dinner

    Not included

    • Entrance fees other than mentioned above
    • Melawati Tram Ride

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park

      Our Kuala Selangor Firefly en-route Batu Caves Temple & Malawati Hill Day Tour is uniquely and carefully designed to be a perfect excursion for tourist especially for those visiting the city for first time with an expectation to experience the countryside and nature within a day. Our experienced chauffeur/guide will meet and greet you at the agreed time and location (Evening tour: 14:00Hrs). Enjoy and travel in comfort with air-conditioned vehicle. Tour starts with approximate 20-minutes’ drive to Batu Caves Temple from the city center. Batu Caves is an iconic and popular tourist attraction located just 13km north of Kuala Lumpur, site of a Hindu temple and shrine. Batu Caves has three main caves featuring temples and Hindu shrines. Its main attraction is the statue of Lord Murugan standing at 42.7 m (140 ft) high, the world's tallest statue of Murugan. The main temple was located inside the cave and to reach it, visitors must climb a steep flight of 272 steps. Proceed to next destination with approximate 1 hour drive to reach Melawati Hill. Melawati Hill is a beautiful area with numerous attractions. The hill is also an important historical site that offers interesting insights into Selangor’s fascinating history. One of the main attractions of Bukit Melawati is the presence of silvered leaf monkeys and long-tailed macaques, which are provisioned by tourists. The silvered leaf monkeys at Bukit Malawati are habituated to humans and sometimes willingly touch and climb on visitors approaching for food. Attractions also include a tram ride, a royal mausoleum and a museum. Continue your journey to Pasir Penambang Seafood Restaurant. Sit down for a delicious served dinner; enjoy your meal with wonderful sunset views over the Selangor River. Vegetarian and chicken options are available in addition to the seafood specialties. By 19:45Hrs, proceed to firefly Park jetty to board the boat. The trees along the riverbanks which can only see the silhouettes of in the dark on both sides are filled with thousands upon thousands of twinkling fireflies like stars in the night. When they say that these fireflies make the trees look like Christmas trees, they aren’t kidding; why, at this moment it feels as if Christmas has come early!, Admire the beautiful display of nature in awed silence, with the swishing sound of the water gently lapping against the sides of the boat breaking the silence. The experience is surreal to say the least; it simply has to be seen to be believed. Transfer back to Kuala Lumpur.

      360 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Sri Shakti Temple

      Sri Shakti Temple is the only temple in the world where manifestations of all 51 Shaktis are installed. Consciously interspersed within this space are 96 carved pillars that depict the 96 universal principles of Hinduism.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Bukit Melawati

      A ride on the tram will bring you straight to the top, where you get panoramic views of the surrounding hills and the sea. One thing you’ll immediately notice are the silver leaf monkeys that are found in abundance here (warning: Don’t feed them!). After you have taken all your photos, make your way to the nearby lighthouse. Although it’s over a century old, the lighthouse is still in use today to guide ships that cross the Straits of Malacca.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    SKYTRIPS TRANSPORT

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    28 verified traveler reviews for Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    P6756RLannav · January 2026

    Easy. Helpful. Accomplished.

    Wish list ticked thank you. Batu caves. Bukit Malawati. Sunset w dinner. Fireflies. All good experiences thank you. Our driver Yas was excellent at getting us where we needed to go plus organising tix plus having lots of patience. Cheers

    Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your experience with SKYTRIPS TRANSPORT & TOURS SDN. BHD. was memorable and that we were able to tick off all the highlights on your wish list — Batu Caves, Bukit Malawati, the sunset dinner, and the fireflies tour. We truly appreciate your kind words about our driver, Mr Yazid. It’s great to know he provided excellent service, showed patience throughout your journey, and helped organise your tickets — we will be sure to pass your compliments on to him. Thank you once again for choosing us. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future! Warm regards, SKYTRIPS TRANSPORT & TOURS SDN. BHD.

    via Tripadvisor

    luisteje · August 2023

    Great trip. Fireflies just ok

    The visit was great. For my daughter it was the best part of the trip. However the best parts were not the fireflies. Batu caves are amazing, interacting with the silverleaf monkeys and the food were amazing. The fireflies did not seem much more that what you would see in rural Maryland.

    Response from the operator: Thank You very much for taking the precious time to give us this wonderful review.

    via Tripadvisor

    Cristina_L · May 2023

    Not so good experience

    I was expecting a group Tour, but it was a private Tour. The tabaco smell in the car for me is a no-no. I was also expecting a Guide, but it was more of a Driver. Good Driver, polite, but with no knowledge about the Tour and a less than basic English… we were lost in translation during six hours.

    Response from the operator: Hi, Dear Sir/Madam We thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We takes all feedback seriously and trying to provide the best experiences to our customers. We are saddened to hear that your expectations were not met. We will use this feedback in an effort to improve our experience. Kind Regards,

    via Viator

    Kimberly_W · April 2023

    Tour guide wonderful; monkeys not so much

    Tour guide Helmi was fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with him. Only downside: I got scratched by an aggressive macaque at the Batu Caves and had to visit the ER the following morning for a rabies shot! Watch out for the crazy monkeys!

    Response from the operator: Thank You very much for your precious time taken to give us this wonderful review.

    via Viator

    steven_j · February 2023

    only worth approx £30 each not £75 that we paid

    we were take to the Batu caves where the driver couldnt park so we had to get out & walk, then try & find him later, also he said we only had 40 minutes at the caves so were very rushed, we could have done with 90 minutes there, then later in the day we had almost 2 hours to have dinner ( which was a very poor standard)

    Response from the operator: Thank You very much for your precious time taken to give us this review kindly please take note that the batu caves temple in this tour is just an enroute which means its just a 30 mins photo stop before heading to a state called kuala selangor which is approximately 70+ kilometers might be 4 to 5 hours if its heavily traffic. if our driver was early then it means its clear on term of traffic on that particular day.And in term of food we take our guests to the local kuala selangor seafood quisine provided restaurant.Please understand that all our previous guests were had the same facilities.We appriciate ur time taken for this review.pls revert the details of the vehicle,date u've travelled,driver details through messanger for us to look forward,Thanks

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $116 to $675
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    10
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by SKYTRIPS TRANSPORT, who run 33 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.7.

    See everything SKYTRIPS TRANSPORT runs

    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)45
    Review evidence (18% weight)59
    Booking momentum (14% weight)51
    Value for money (12% weight)52
    Listing quality (10% weight)79
    Local standing (8% weight)10
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kuala Lumpur.

    How much does Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner cost?

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    Prices start at $116 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kuala Lumpur usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kuala Lumpur is not rushed.

    Is Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 28 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Kuala Lumpur, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner?

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    Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kuala Lumpur can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kuala Lumpur and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kuala Lumpur within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Kuala Lumpur?

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    On Outty we rank every Kuala Lumpur experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Genting Highland & Batu Cave Guided Day Tour (SIC/Shared Tour), Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions (SIC), Kuala Lumpur Suburbs Batu Caves Half-Day Tour (SIC/Shared Tour). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Kuala Lumpur?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner?

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    Included: In-vehicle air conditioning; English Speaking chauffeur/guide; Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotel within 1KM From KLCC); and Served Seafood Dinner. Not included: Entrance fees other than mentioned above; and Melawati Tram Ride. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1210 listed pickup locations in and around Kuala Lumpur. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kuala Lumpur. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Kuala Selangor Fireflies - Batu Caves Temple- Malawati Hill DayTour With Dinner?

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    Across 28 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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