This Beautiful River Cruise In Teluk Intan Lets You Catch Sunsets, Spot Herons & Fireflies
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Teluk Intan, Perak's third-largest town, has an underrated river cruise perfect for a relaxing getaway and immersing yourself in nature
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The 50-minute boat ride, which takes you along Sungai Perak, runs every hour between 9.30am and 6.30pm, and promises a memorable experience for all ages.
On the boat, you'll get to observe various types of birds, including egrets, herons, storks, and eagles.
Some of these feathered friends often make their stop in Malaysia before continuing their airborne journey to as far as Thailand or India.
Whether they are resting atop the treetops or soaring in graceful formations, it's a picturesque sight to behold.
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If you book an evening session, you'll get to catch the radiant sunset illuminating the horizon
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Watch this visitor's video of the boat experience:
There are also firefly boat trips that run every hour from 7.30pm onwards
This ride takes you through pitch black darkness, and, like twinkling Christmas lights, you'll witness fireflies illuminating the bushes around you, creating a truly enchanting spectacle!
One visitor shared this mesmerising video below:
Firefly boat rides are available all year round, but it's best to plan your visit during the new moon phase when the absence of moonlight makes the fireflies' twinkling display even more vibrant and enchanting.
There are various companies that offer river cruises in Teluk Intan:
One of these is Firefly Marvels, which offers various packages listed below:
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Prices range between RM20 and RM60 per person, depending on the package you book.
They also offer private tours, where you can rent out the entire boat for your group of friends or family.
To find out more or to book, visit their website.
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