We got the bus from Ipoh to the cameron Highlands (18RM). It’s a beautiful journey but very hard for those who get sick easily, so get ready.
We decided to stay atĀ Tanah Rata justĀ because it has more affordable options of restaurantsĀ and hotels.Ā Tanah Rata is no doubt the most convenient place but don’t expect aĀ particularly charming place.
In town there are many shops/hotels offering tours, but we decided to go on our own. We looked at the different options like renting a bike or a scooter, but that turned out to be difficult. So we sticked with the lastĀ option available hitchhiking ?? and I’m so glad we did,Ā the people we meet were soĀ nice and gave us lots of great tips.Ā Hitchhiking was perfectly safe.
During the time we spend there we visited theĀ BohĀ and theĀ Bonet teaĀ plantationĀ were we did some trekking.Ā The surrounding landscape covered in tea is beautiful.Ā You can visit both for free.
If you like to hike there are many greatĀ jungle treks with streams and waterfalls to be found. You can also hike to the Peak of Brinchang Mountain and explore Mossy Forest.Ā The views are breathtaking.
EAT:
There are some options available however don’t expect any food heaven š
At Tanah Rata there areĀ plenty of Ā indian restaurantes so banana leaf meals and dosas for all šĀ I specially recommend the Sri Brinchang and the restaurant Kumar both haveĀ some variety ofĀ veganĀ dishes and the food isĀ quite tasty.
They also have a small eveningĀ market with a few localĀ specialities, like the Apam Balik (pancakes with peanuts).
Nearby BrinchangĀ we found a local not-for-profit vegan restaurant, and a great vegan buffet restaurant near the night market –Ā Fu Guang Vegetarian.
TheĀ Night MarketĀ at Brinchang its good for cheap local food.Ā They also have a weekend market selling freshĀ fruit andĀ vegetables.
You canāt miss Cameron Highlands mostly if you like to hike,Ā the other attractions probably don’t worth the time and money š
photography āĀ all rights reserved ā Ana Rocha