The entrance into the Cameron Highlands was filled with stunning, dramatic scenery contrasted with terrible motion sickness.

The first thing you notice about the Highlands, other than the lush, beautiful mountains is that it is a good ten degrees cooler than Kuala Lumpur. When we tried to tell friends and family back in Sydney that we were relishing this cool weather it fell on deaf ears, but to us, it was paradise. Not having to change your shirt several times a day and having the entire cycle of clothing in your backpack last more than a week was a welcome reprieve. It’s the little things you value after 4 months of travelling.

We initially spent two days in the Highlands (we ended up returning for several more days later in the trip) and spent them on tour around the town visiting a tea plantation, doing forest treks and walks through the woods.

The Sungai Palas tea plantation was staggeringly beautiful, rolling green hills bursting with tea trees with no end in sight. People would tentatively step into the crops only to disappear amongst the foliage within seconds. The smell was unexpected, a mixture that resembled brewed tea and freshly mown grass. We were able to sample some of the different brews at the plantation cafeteria and enjoyed the breathtaking view.

The Cameron Highlands was a great stop on our Malaysia ramblings and a nice way to cool down. Next stop, the sweltering food paradise of Penang!

NB: Apologies for any inconvenience caused by the severe lateness of this post but let’s be honest, we are busy having way too much fun in Tokyo.

Getting there: Bus from KL; 4.5-5 hours.

Staying: Gerard’s Place. This is a really cosy guesthouse that truly makes you feel like home.

Tip of the trip: Definitely make a trip to the Mossy Forest and the Sungai Palas tea plantation, they are both absolutely stunning.

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