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Mossy Forest

Mossy Forest Tourism

Mossy Forest Tourism

Type of destination: Natural Attraction
Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours
The Mossy Forest of Cameron Highlands offers an eerie, ethereal experience, with its mist-clad landscape and a rich tapestry of mosses, ferns, and lichen. This high-altitude cloud forest, found on the slopes of Mount Brinchang, stands at over 2,000 meters above sea level. The environment is constantly moist due to low-level clouds in contact with the forest landscape, providing a nurturing habitat for a plethora of unique flora and fauna. Wooden boardwalks meander through the dense forest, allowing visitors to explore without harming the fragile ecosystem. The ancient forest also features gnarled tree roots, orchids, and pitcher plants, along with a host of moss species that give the place its name. It’s a fantastic site for nature enthusiasts and photographers looking to capture otherworldly landscapes. The forest's altitude and unique biodiversity also offer educational value for those interested in learning about endemic plants and the importance of conservation in these delicate ecosystems. Additionally, the Mossy Forest is a cool escape from the tropical heat of lower elevations in Malaysia.
Top 5 Reviews on Mossy Forest
Kamelmat
Wrote on 9th May, 2024
Yes it is a mossy forrest.
Apparently it’s one of the places to visit whilst in the Cameron Highlands. Don’t ben conned that you need a four wheel drive to make the climb, the average small car can complete the trip with ease. ..
Lauren303
Wrote on 4th May, 2024
Pretty but crowded
Very pretty but so crowded. It is on the Cameron Highland tour route that EVERYONE does and so a billion people are there at the same time come about 10 am. The tour companies drive Landrovers that sp..
Falah786
Wrote on 30th Mar, 2024
Amazing
The place was awesome. I love exploring the enchanted mossy forest. Clear information about trees and mosses was on display. If you visit, make sure you wear clothes that can keep you warm.
BigGofor
Wrote on 13th Mar, 2024
Good with drawbacks.
Online it says taxis regularly travel up. So I took my Honda car. It was okay but the road is very: steep, narrow , winding & rough. Car made it but taken very slowly & very early morning before the 4..
inascully
Wrote on 8th Mar, 2024
Yes, please come visit
We booked a half-day tour a night before our tour with Oastel.com. RM50/pax to BOH tea plantation & Mossy Forest. Pay entrance tickets to Mossy Forest separately. Our guide picked us up at 8 am at ..
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