Friday, May 2, 2008

Bukit Cahaya Agricultural Park Shah Alam

Malaysian Agricultural Park , the only agro-forestry park around, is located in Shah Alam and the rain forest spans up to 1290 hectre. The park is unique because
People come here to either explore, or for recreation.

One of the many reasons to why the park is visited by many is because of the many activities that is in store for the visitors. Services provided are live demonstrations, cultural exhibits, accomodation, permanent displays and descriptions, and activities for educational purposes.

Families and friends come her to relax, or to enjoy a picnic.

"The world's first agro-forestry park is a scenic 1,258ha site that offers some of the most stunning tropical vegetation, interesting nature trails and lots more."

There are so many things to see and do here that you need more than a day to do it justice.

There are many species of birds and animals that reside here. Among them are Kingfishers, Magpies, Peacocks, Squirrels and Monkeys. Though shy, these residents will not fail to amaze you with their day-to-day activities of food hunting and mating habits.

The best way to see what this huge Agricultural Park has to offer is by bicycle, which can be rented here. Cycling up and down the hills, passing through beautiful lakes that decorate the Park is an exhilarating experience itself.

As cars and motorbikes are not allowed in the Park (except for those who stay overnight in one of the chalets in the Park), many of its attractions are accessible by the in-house bus service and bicycles for hire.

Food and beverage stalls are located in every Garden and rustic timber chalets provide accommodation in the Traditional and Cultural Villages, and the Rest House area.

If you prefer the great outdoors, campsites with barbecue facilities are available at Camar Rimba.

How to get there
Own Transport : From Kuala Lumpur or Klang, take the exit on the Federal Highway to Shah Alam town and follow the road signs to the park.

Operating hours :
Tues thru Sun : 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
( Closed on Mondays, except on public and school holidays)

Entrance Fees:
Entrance fees are RM3 (adult) and RM1 (for child up to age 11 and senior citizens).
Additional fees to enter the Four Seasons Temperate Garden are RM3 (adult) and RM1 (for child up to age 11).

For further information:
Taman Pertanian Malaysia
Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor, Malaysia.
Tel : (603) - 5510 6922 / 5510 6923
Fax: (603) - 5510 0922