Day Trip from KL exploring Waterfall and Hotspring

MALAYSIA

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πŸš— KL β†’ Waterfalls + Hot Springs Adventure (1 Day Trip)

πŸ•• 6:30 AM – Depart Kuala Lumpur

  • Start early to enjoy cool morning weather at the waterfall and avoid crowds at hot springs later.

πŸ•— 7:30 AM – Kanching Waterfall & Rainforest Trail (Closest to KL)

  • πŸ“Location: Kanching Eco Forest Park (near Rawang)

  • πŸš— Drive: ~30 mins from KL

  • 🏞️ Highlights:

    • Multi-tiered waterfall with natural pools.

    • Short trails through tropical rainforest.

    • Swim or dip at lower levels (family-friendly).

  • 🎟️ Entry: ~RM2

  • πŸ•’ Duration: 1.5–2 hrs

  • πŸ“ Tip: Bring swimwear, towel, water shoes.

πŸ•˜ 9:30 AM – Breakfast Stop (Optional)

  • Local Roti Canai or Nasi Lemak spot near Rawang or along the PLUS Highway.

πŸ•™ 10:30 AM – Drive to Sungai Klah Hot Springs Park (Sungkai)

  • πŸš— Drive: ~1 hour from Kanching via PLUS Highway

  • Arrive ~11:30 AM

πŸ•¦ 11:30 AM – Relax at Sungai Klah Hot Springs

  • πŸ“Location: Felda Residence Hot Springs, Sungkai

  • πŸ’¦ Highlights:

    • Natural hot spring pools, foot soaks, private jacuzzis.

    • Lush garden setting, river nearby.

    • Optional: Fish spa, hot spring egg-boiling!

  • 🎟️ Entry: ~RM15 (adult)

  • πŸ•’ Stay: ~2 hrs of relaxation

  • πŸ“ Tip: Private jacuzzis available for rent; bring swimwear.

πŸ•‘ 1:30 PM – Lunch at Local Restaurant (Sungkai Town)

  • Recommended: Local Malay food stalls or Yik Mun Pau (Tanjung Malim) for Chinese-style buns & noodles (30 min drive from Sungkai toward KL).

πŸ•’ 2:30 PM – Optional Stop: Lata Kinjang Waterfall (if you want another waterfall)

  • πŸ“Location: Chenderiang, Perak

  • πŸš— Drive: 20 min from Sungkai

  • 🏞️ Highlights:

    • One of the tallest waterfalls in Malaysia.

    • Quick visit + photo stop, picnic possible.

πŸ•” 4:00 PM – Return to KL

  • πŸš— Drive: ~2 hours

  • Estimated arrival: 6:00 PM

πŸ“ Travel Tips:

  • Bring towel, swimwear, change of clothes.

  • Water shoes useful for waterfall.

  • Go early to avoid hot afternoon sun.

  • Pack snacks and water for trail/hike.

  • Check weather (avoid heavy rain days).

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