Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC)
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Based on 348 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) worth booking?
Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) is a 7.5-hour experience in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from $46 per person. It scores 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Peak Performance”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 348 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 95 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (348)
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $46 per person
• Experience the spectacular light show put on by the world's largest firefly colony • See the historical Fort Altingsburg dating back to the 18th century and used to defend the city against invaders • Watch a stunning f
What you get
- Pickup at listed Hotels/Residents for booking of minimum 2 adults or more
- English Speaking Tour Guide Service
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Admission fee
- Dinner
About this experience
• Experience the spectacular light show put on by the world's largest firefly colony • See the historical Fort Altingsburg dating back to the 18th century and used to defend the city against invaders • Watch a stunning fireflies show • Experience the magical "Blue Tears" in Kuala Selangor, where glowing plankton light up the night. Take a boat tour and watch the shimmering blue waves beneath the stars—an unforgettable natural wonder! • Enjoy a local dinner in a charming fishing village • Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes • Please avoid wearing dark/black color clothing to avoid mosquitoes and bring insect repellent. • No photo/video/catching fireflies during boat ride.
What's included
Included
- Pickup at listed Hotels/Residents for booking of minimum 2 adults or more
- English Speaking Tour Guide Service
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Admission fee
- Dinner
Not included
- On-board WiFi
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Beverage & Drinks
- Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., delays, strikes, weather, machine issues, etc.)
What you'll see and do
Bukit Melawati
Kota Melawati (formerly known as Fort Altingsburg) **Weekday by walking tour (15-20mins to Bukit Melawati), Weekend with Tram service
60 minutes here · Admission included
Kuala Selangor
- enjoy local seafood set dinner - Jetty for registration - observe fireflies & blue tears
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kuala Lumpur
MEET UP POINT: Berjaya Times Square Main Entrance @ Starbucks
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
MEET UP POINT: Berjaya Times Square Main Entrance @ Starbucks
Options you can book
Meet at Location [Min 1 Adult]
Join Tour at Meet Up Point: Berjaya Times Square Main Entrance (In front of Starbucks Coffee)
Hotel Pickup [Min 2 Adults]
Pickup and Drop off at Hotel: from selected Hotels/Residences/Suite in Kuala Lumpur City Centre Pickup included
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
- Ivy Holidays
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not Allowed： Pets • Smoking • Big/Large Luggage • Alcohol and drugs • Meals / Drinks on vehicles
- Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes
- Please avoid wearing dark/black color clothing to avoid mosquitoes and bring insect repellent.
- No photo/video/catching fireflies during boat ride.
- This tour is not private and may include other guests
- No eating or drinking is allowed inside the car/van/buses. Food can easily become messy, or someone might bump into you, having you spill your drink or squash your food, letting it fall to the floor.
- This SIC itinerary vehicle is arranged according to the number of participants on the day (car/van/bus)
- Please make sure your mobile phone number is active and able to contacted during the travel period
- It is recommended that you make preparations to prevent if you have motion sickness, so as not to affect your pleasant journey.
- Please keep your belongings and try not to bring valuables, you will be responsible for all damages and loss.
- If the vehicle does not arrive in more than 10 minutes, please contact us, we will coordinate for you immediately
- Pick up time and driver details shall update to you 1 day before activity day in the evening time by email. Please check your email (inbox/spam mailbox) 1 day before (after 8pm)
- During major festivals, there will be road closures and traffic jams. The return journey can only be sent to the drop-off point closest to the hotel according to the road conditions that day. The specific location will be determined by the driver at that time. We apologize for the inconvenience caused to you.
- Pickup at SELECTED hotel [Minimum 2 adults] : selected Hotels/Residences/Suite in Kuala Lumpur City Golden Triangle area (except Pudu area, ChowKit, KL Sentral, Brickfields, Hotel Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur Chinatown, Hotel Olympic Malaysia, Hotel Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Hotel YWCA Kuala Lumpur)
- Individual/single travelers accepted to join if assisting we already have registered participants. Single travelers to standby at Berjaya Times Square Main Entrance for pickup. (Please contact with us for check availability)
- Please arrive in the hotel lobby/ground floor entrance 15 min before scheduled departure time.
- As this is a shared tour, please be patient in cases of unforeseen delays along the pick-up route.
- For pick up from out of coverage area, a surcharge at least RM50/car applied (surcharge rate and pick up time shall defined by pick up location), surcharge to be paid directly to the driver in cash
- Please bring your own umbrella or raincoat in case of rain, as the tour will proceed as scheduled, even in wet weather conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 350 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
350 verified traveler reviews for Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great dinner, friendly guide, brilliant fireflies
Wonderful experience. The driver and tour guide were very friendly and helpful. Was great to see the monkeys at the first stop, and the included seafood dinner was very nice, with lots variety and big portions. The firefly river ride was very peaceful and memorable. The "blue tears" were not really visible in the river, but the overall trip is highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional support provided for our trip today by Wilson and Sivanesan. Your assistance was truly invaluable, and it made all the difference in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for my family. We are so appreciative of your dedication and the effort you put forth for all the accommodations we requested. Thank you again for your wonderful support; it was greatly appreciated.
via Tripadvisor
An awesome experience
What a great afternoon and evening. Chandran was a brilliant guide, keeping us both informed and entertained. The whole trip was good but the highlight had to be the fireflies. Tiny blinking spots of light - one even landed on my hand. A very memorable trip ( and Mr Arif our driver was awesomely efficient getting us there and back). Thoroughly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Fireflies and fab dinner
Seeing fireflies for the first time was more magical than I could ever have imagined. If you have children I would definitely take them. Catching them gently and then releasing them again was spectacular and something I will remember for life. We got very lucky with the blue tears and did manage to see the bioluminescent algae however we were warned that it’s temperature/ weather dependent. Dinner provided was delicious and we even got to see otters in the wild! Would recommend. We also enjoyed being taken to feed the monkeys some fruit- take cash with you if you’re interested and hold your fruit bag tight. Definitely worth the money, great trip, great guide.
via Tripadvisor
We had a fantastic tour.
We had a Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided tour with dinner. Communication via WhatsApp with our guide, Chandran, was flawless—from the initial instructions and pickup to the time after the tour. Chandran is a knowledgeable and engaging guide who explained everything clearly. He speaks excellent, easy-to-understand English. During the tour, we were pleasantly surprised by a visit to Bukit Malawati. Chandran also shared interesting historical insights and useful information about the present day. The dinner was well-organized and delicious; our preferences were fully taken into account. Many thanks, Chandran—all the best, and hopefully we’ll see you again. Also thanks to the bus driver. He drove well.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $46 to $62
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 122
- Verdict
- Peak Performance
Why this scores 95
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kuala Lumpur.
How much does Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) cost?
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Prices start at $46 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 & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) take?
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Plan for about 7.5 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 & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 95 out of 100, which we label "Peak Performance". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 348 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Kuala Lumpur, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC)?
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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 & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC)?
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Around 122 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 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kuala Selangor Fireflies & Blue Tears Guided Tour w Dinner (SIC) 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 Sambal Streets Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Genting Highland & Batu Cave Guided Day Tour (SIC/Shared Tour), Private Half-Day Batu Caves and Cutural Tour in Kuala Lumpur. 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.
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