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OBSERVATION TOWER

"Kuala Selangor Nature Park, also known as Taman Alam, is a haven for a wide variety of flora and fauna. It comprises over 200 hectares of coastal land, a large part of which is mangrove swamps."

The area also has more than 150 species of birds, and an estimated 100,000 wading birds, comprising some 30 species, passing through here on their annual migration. Observation hides and watch towers have been built to allow visitors to observe birds and other species of animals like butterflies, insects, reptiles, fish, mudskippers, mud lobsters and crabs.

Visitors are recommended to bring along binoculars and camera with telephoto lens in order to get a better view of the birds and other animals. Chalets are also available for those wanting to experience a night in the wilderness.

Rates:  RM4 for adults, RM2 for MNS members, RM1 for children; chalets (3 pax) with attached bathroom at RM45 per night (RM40 for MNS members), A-Frame hut (2 pax) at RM25 per night (RM20 for MNS members)

Operating Hours: 8.30am to 6pm daily

The Life Cycle of The Fireflies Species (Pteroptyx Tener)

Life Cycle

The Egg

The Larva

The Pupa

The adults fireflies of Kampung Kuantan are easily seen at night because of the beautiful flashes of light they produce. However, very few people are likely to realise what the firefly is like before it matures into a winged adult. In fact, one may be surprised to find out that this insect is a formidable predator in the early stage for its life. 

The life cycle of the firefly begins with mating. An adult female firefly may mate more than once in its lifetime. Once it has mated, it is ready to lay fertilised eggs. The eggs are laid among the vegetation that grows on the riverbanks and are usually hidden in crevices in the soil.

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Sun Inns Kuala Selangor

Class: **
Hotel Address: G-16 Jalan Bendahara 1A Taman Bendahara, 45000 Kuala Selangor
Geographical Location: 3° 19' 29" North, 101° 15' 38" East
Region: Selangor, Malaysia
Number of Rooms: 43

Hotel Description

Sun Inns Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms in the town centre of historical Kuala Selangor, within a few minutes’ drive from the town’s various attractions. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi in their rooms.


Destinations you might want to visit when staying at Sun Inns Kuala Selangor hotel.


The following list shows places and landmarks nearest to Sun Inns Kuala Selangor hotel sorted by the distance from the hotel to the centre of the listed place.

• Kampung Baharu (distanced approximately 2.7 km)
• Kampung Teluk Piai (distanced approximately 2.7 km)
• Pasir Penambang (distanced approximately 3.0 km)
• Kuala Selangor (distanced approximately 3.0 km)
• Kampong Pasir Panjang (distanced approximately 3.0 km)
• Kampong Asam Jawa (distanced approximately 3.7 km)
• Kampung Teluk Penyamun (distanced approximately 3.8 km)
• Kampong Permatang (distanced approximately 4.8 km)
• Kampung Asam Jawa (distanced approximately 5.2 km)
• Kampong Kuantan (distanced approximately 5.2 km)
• Kampong Pengkalan Ladang (distanced approximately 5.3 km)
• Kampong Kuatan (distanced approximately 6.3 km)
• Kampong Tengah (distanced approximately 6.4 km)
• Kampong Api Api (distanced approximately 6.4 km)
• Kampong Tanjong Siam Baharu (distanced approximately 6.4 km)

..Hotels at Kuala Selangor..

De Palma Hotel Kuala Selangor

Class: ***
Hotel Address: Jalan Tanjung Keramat, 45000 Kuala Selangor
Geographical Location: 3° 2' 59" North, 101° 32' 6" East
Region: Selangor, Malaysia
Number of Rooms: 60

Hotel Description

In this hotel in Kuala Selangor, situated on the banks of the Selangor River, you can get lost in the nostalgia of a charming rural setting. Practice various outdoor activities in the area, such as hiking, fishing or navigation.

Destinations you might want to visit when staying at De Palma Hotel Kuala Selangor

The following list shows places and landmarks nearest to De Palma Hotel Kuala Selangor sorted by the distance from the hotel to the centre of the listed place.

• Kampong Melayu Kebun Bunga (distanced approximately 2.5 km)
• Shah Alam (distanced approximately 3.7 km)
• Batu Gugup (distanced approximately 4.0 km)
• Batu Tiga (distanced approximately 4.0 km)
• Kampong Padang Jawa (distanced approximately 5.8 km)
• Kampong Sungai Kandis (distanced approximately 6.0 km)
• Kampung Teluk Menegun (distanced approximately 6.0 km)
• Kampong Bukit Naga (distanced approximately 6.8 km)
• Kampong Penaga (distanced approximately 7.4 km)
• Kampong Sungai Rasau (distanced approximately 7.6 km)
• Kampong Bukit Kuda (distanced approximately 7.6 km)
• Kampong Kuantan (distanced approximately 7.6 km)
• Kampong Pandan (distanced approximately 7.8 km)
• Kampong Batu Tiga Suku (distanced approximately 8.1 km)
• Kampong Jawa (distanced approximately 8.5 km)

...HOW MAKES A FIREFLY GLOW?....

Please go to this link...http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/dna/firefly/fireflymon8.swf

HOW MAKES A FIREFLY GLOW?....

..Twinkly Sky..

BEREMBANG TREE

From about sundown to midnight, no less than million of fireflies can be seen flashing their "lights"..The locals here will tell you that the best time to see the fireflies is during the new moon, about one to four hours after sunset..These beatiful creatures mainly congregate on trees with open foliage..The Berembang tree "Sonneratia Caseolaris" for example is popular with the fireflies..This particular tree dots the rims of Kuala Selangor River..Here at Kampung Kuantan, you can take a short sampan (traditional Malay boat) ride for an up close and personal experience..

FIREFLY

The species found here at Kampung Kuantan is the "Pteroptyxtener". What makes this creature so unique is their ability to produce twinkling bright lights at a rate of one twinkle every 3 seconds..When thousands of these fireflies gather on the trees, their shining & glittering mass appears like shimmering stars in truly ethereal surroundings..

..Firefly In The Sky..

.."Driving down the beaten path, a narrow lane flanked by oil palm plantations pulls up on your left and right, opening into something somewhat magical that is in store for you"..

Have you ever seen a firefly?

These creatures that fly above water twinkle and gleam in the night in what is unmistakably light against the stark dark of its backdrop..There are only two remaining firefly habitats that we know..One is the Kampung Kuantan Fireflies Sanctuary and then the other is the less accessible Amazon River in Brazil..

Not many people know of the former although it is one of only two places in the world that is home to the firefly, also known locally in the Malay language as "Kelip-Kelip"..Located not far from the little bustling town of Kuala Selangor, fireflies still congregate in this habitat..

JETTY

WELCOME TO KG KUANTAN FIREFLIES

...Interesting Video...

..This video is made specifically for National Day by TNB..

...our experience at Kg Kuantan...

To anyone who has never felt the experience here ... Came together to see the fireflies are really fascinating ...We are so attracted to the light produced by fireflies ...Appropriate time to come here is at 7:45 pm ..

For those who are first time ride the boat...Do not worry ..Safety jacket will be provided to you...It is because....Safety should be the priority...

 

KEEP US GLOWING...

Kampung Kuantan Fireflies : Benefits of Ecotourism

- Ecotourism is too often more marketing than environmental good.

- Conservation of threatened animals, even fireflies, takes a lot of effort. Back in the 1970s few people paid   attention to the nighttime antics of glowing bugs. Villagers use the river to obtain food resources and for transport. 

- To supplement their incomes, the government promoted tourism and supported their businesses to buy row boats in the 1990s. 

- Kampung Kuantan fireflies now gets over 2,000 visitors a month. Villagers benefit as boat operators, tour guides or from the sale of handicrafts and food to tourists. 

- Conservation concerns, however, still remain. 

- When fireflies became a tourism hot spot, some villagers used noisy motorized boats that spoiled nature's tranquility and damaged the young shoots of berembang trees.

And constructing the Selangor River dam upstream reduces freshwater flow that allows more saline water coming in from the sea. 

- Now scientists monitor the impact of these developments to keep the ecosystem and ecotourism viable.

Fees and Advise

There is ample parking space and a good visitors centre for information and souvenirs.

·  Each boat (sampan) holds 4 passengers and costs RM 40 per boat

·  No flash cameras

·  No firefly collecting

·  Plenty of restaurants and food stalls in the area for drinks, 

   snacks and dinner

·  Public transport available from Kuala Selangor

Our First Boat Ride...

We were so excited when first boarding the boat to see the majesty of God while in Kg Kuantan. Brother of the rowing boats are so friendly with us. He was so diligent in answering our questions. Thank you... Arigato...

Interesting Experience...

We feel so thrilled to see thousands of fireflies when the night comes in Kg Kuantan. The experience was soexciting at all. It does not change such as flashing lights on a Christmas tree . Very interesting. All of you must try this. (fireflies are not so clearly visible in the picture. you must feel the experience of visiting the place of  Kg Kuantan)