Due to the uncontrolled pollution from nearby plantations and factories located along the river, the population of fireflies in the area has decreased greatly. Although there are still colonies of fireflies in the area, for repeat visitors who have been awed by the fireflies phenomenon 10years ago..the situation has changed somewhat. For first time visitors, it may still be worth a visit if you have never seen fireflies in the wild before. Please note : School & Public Holidays calendar here at; http://www.journeymalaysia.com/calendar2011.htm . |
• Only after nightfall
• Between 8.00pm and 11.00pm (better in the earlier part of the evening - 8pm - 9.30pm. By the later part of the evening, the kelip-kelip would have already mated hence less illumination)
• Preferably not during weekends
• Preferably not during full moons and rainy nights, when they are not at their luminous best
• Any time of the year
What to bring
• Mosquito repellent, stop-itch ointment
• Cameras. Flash is not allowed as this may frighten off the kelip-kelip
• Dress in flat or low heeled shoes and casual clothes preferably track pants for ease of getting in and out of the sampan
Boat charges
Each boat seats a maximum of 4 persons and costs RM12 per person. If you have fewer than 4 people for the boat and would prefer not to share…then a standard RM46 will still be charged for the boat.
The office opens after 5.00pm and boat bookings can be made for weekday trips; call +6 03 3289 2403. However, bookings will not be accepted for weekends. But go anyway, if you don't mind waiting.
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