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Bhagvan Varman

A must visit place in Malaysia. The views, history, caves and the scenery are all beautiful to see once in a lifetime.

Kumar Nambeesan

we had an awesome time with our Guide and Driver, he was exteremely knowledgable and gave us the most informative tour to the Batik Factory, Selangor P...

Batu Caves Tour Overview

Trip Starting From: Kuala Lumpur

Trip Location: Kuala Lumpur

It's time to indulge in some of Malaysia’s most cultural sights during this Batu Caves tour. First, take time to explore the caves and its Hindu shrine, and then visit the Malaysian Batik Centre and Royal Selangor Pewter Visitor Centre to learn about some of the country’s most important handicrafts.  Explore the suburbs of Kula Lumpur during this tour. Drive past the impressive Embassy Row, discover the art of batik wax painting and pewtersmithing and local workshops, and climb the 272 steps to the beautiful Batu Caves to visit one of the most popular Hindu shrines over the course of four hours. About the  Batu Caves Tour : - The Batu Caves tour is designed to sample some of the very best and diverse places that the city’s countryside has to offer. - You start the tour by hiking up to the  Batu Caves Temple with its magnificently carved statues and figurines. -  The next stop on the tour is the Batik Showroom where you can get a glimpse of some fine textures and colors of clothes that have been a part of the history and culture of Malaysia for years. - After the factories, the tour will venture into the mythological and architectural abundance of the place by visiting the fascinating limestone caves. - The Batu Caves & Kuala Lumpur Suburbs  tour covers the cultural, historical and natural aspects of the suburbs of the bustling metropolis. -  Throughout these experiences, you will be greeted with some breathtaking natural scenery and some compelling views of the Kuala Lumpur skyline. - This is a group tour and includes a knowledgeable English-speaking guide and an English-speaking driver for ease of communication. - The trip also includes a pick-up and drop-off to your hotel location, inside the city of Kuala Lumpur. You can choose between a morning or an afternoon pickup. Note: -Free of charge for the 0-3 years age of kids.

Other Inclusions

• Professional English speaking driver cum guide
• Round trip transfer from city center hotels in Air-Conditioned vehicle

Things To Carry

• Comfortable footwear
• Kindly be ready at respective hotel lobby 10min before the tour starts. The driver will hold the placard of your name at the lobby. The standard waiting time is 15minutes and anything later without any consent will be under "No Show" clause.
• This is a group tour

Batu Caves Tour: Cancellation Policy

• You are entitled to a full refund only if you give us 14 days’ notice of your intention to cancel
• If you choose to cancel within 48 hours before the start of your tour, no refunds will be granted. You can choose to change your tour departure to another date (subject to availability).

Batu Caves Tour: Refund Policy

• Any refund which has been agreed will be processed within 7 days

Batu Caves Tour: Booking Confirmation Policy

• The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
• In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
• Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

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we had an awesome time with our Guide and Driver, he was exteremely knowledgable and gave us the most informative tour to the Batik Factory, Selangor Pewter and Batu Caves.

People Also Ask About Batu Caves Tour

What things to carry when going on the batu caves tour.

When going for the tour, do not forget to keep a valid photo ID or a travel document with you. You must also carry an electronic ticket or a printed ticket with you. You must also wear comfortable shoes and if you have chosen the afternoon tour, it is also advisable to carry a hat and sunscreen to protect you against the heat of the sun.

How to reach Batu Caves from the Kuala Lumpur city centre?

The tour price includes pick up & drop off from the hotels in Kuala Lumpur City Centre and the Bukit Bintang area. If your area is not mentioned in the provided list of the pick-up points, please arrange your own transport to and from the nearest pick-up point.

What are the pickup points for Batu Caves Tour?

The pick-up points of the tour include hotels in Kuala Lumpur City Centre area and the Bukit Bintang area.

What are the batch timings of Batu Caves Tour?

The morning tours leave at 9:00 am and return by 12:30 pm. The afternoon batches leave at 2:00 pm and return by 5:30 pm.

What is the best time to visit the Batu Caves?

Mornings and afternoons are the best time to visit as there are lesser crowds. The evenings can get crowded and you might face a traffic jam, so those times are best avoided.

What places are included in the itinerary?

The itinerary of the Batu Caves Tour tour includes a visit to: - The Royal Selangor Pewter factory that lasts for approx 30 minutes - The Batik Silk Factory Showroom that lasts for approx 30 minutes - Batu Caves that last for approx 40 minutes - Drive through the local villages that last for approx 10 minutes

Where can I redeem my e-ticket?

Your e-ticket can be redeemed at the time of boarding the tour bus.

Where are the Batu Caves located?

Batu Caves is a series of limestone caves and cave temples which are located in Gombak, Selangor in Malaysia in the suburbs surrounding the city of Kuala Lumpur. These are situated 11 kilometers to the north of Kuala Lumpur and offer a fantastic view of the city’s skyline.

How many steps are there in the Batu Cave Hindu temple?

There are a total of 272 steps in the Temple. When the steps were originally built in the year 1920, these steps were all wooden. They have since been remade from concrete and have been painted in bright colours in the year 2018.

Any Traveler's tip before visiting Batu Caves?

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the hike up to the Batu Caves. Also, when climbing the Batu Caves you can expect monkeys hanging around the trees or on the sides of the steps. So, it is advisable to keep any food or water hidden inside your bags when climbing.

What is the age limit for a children’s ticket and how much does it cost?

The age limit for a children’s ticket is 2-11 years and costs Rs. 371.

How long does the Batu Caves tour last?

The tour lasts for approx. three and a half hours. This includes the time taken in visiting the caves and the time taken for pick-up, travel and drop-off.

What time do Batu Caves open?

The Caves are open from 6:00 in the morning to 9:00 at night.

How many caves make up the Batu Caves?

The Batu caves are a series of caves which include 3 major caves and several smaller ones. The biggest of the three caves is called the Temple cave or the Cathedral cave as its ceiling rises very high, in an almost cathedral-like fashion. The other two caves are known by the name of the Museum cave and the Art Gallery cave. Both these caves were renovated and re-opened to the public in the year 2008.

What is the history of Batu Caves?

The limestone that forms the Batu Caves dates back to around 400 million years. Chinese settlers started to excavate guano from the caves around 1860 for fertilization of their vegetable patches. The English colonists and American naturalists made the caves famous after recording their history in the year 1878. The religious value of the place was established by Indian traders around the year 1890.

What is the height of the Murugan Statue in Batu Caves?

The Lord Murugan Statue in the Batu Caves temple rises as high as 140 feet and is the highest statue of a Hindu deity in Malaysia and the third largest statue of a Hindu deity in the world.

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About This Activity

This tour offers you a combo experience with the combination of Batu Caves, Elephant Sanctuary and Fireflies tour which are some of the most exciting spots in Malaysia. This combo tour allows you to fully utilize your valuable time in Kuala Lumpur to visit the 3 popular tourist spots at the most affordable cost in a single day.

Starting with Batu Caves which is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples. Be ready to take a selfie with the 2nd tallest Hindu Deity in the world. Later we move to Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary, also called the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary which is 2 hours’ drive from Kuala Lumpur. Upon reaching you will be given a short briefing / video presentation about the elephant conservation and then you are all set to get up, close and personal with the friendly mammal. Visitors are invited to help bathe the elephants in the shallow river.

Then we proceed to Bukit Melawati. The quiet township, known for its mesmerising fireflies and delectable seafood, is located just an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur and is a treasure trove of interesting facts and attractions. Also enjoy the great panoramic views from the top of Bukit Melawati.

Recommended Gears:

Sport shoes, T-shirts, long pants, sunglasses and hat. Please bring extra dry clothing.

Elephant Feeding

Elephant Bathing (subject to river level)

Fireflies Watching

Silverleaf Monkey Feeding

Seafood Dinner

Departure & Return Location

Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotels & Residence

Price Includes

• Nature Guide fees at Elephant Sanctuary
• Local lunch with Soft Drinks at Elephnat Sanctuary
• Seafood dinner with Chinese Tea at Fireflies Village
• Boat ride at Fireflies Village
• Aboriginal Village Visit
• Driver Guided Private Tour

Price Excludes

• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance

What You Get?

• Get Upclose with Malayan Elephants
• Witness the glittering Fireflies
• A comfortable round trip transportation is also included for a memorable and worry-free day
• Free Cancellation (48hours notice)

Date: All Year Round

Time : 09.00am

Duration: 12hours

Pricing & Additional Information

Adult    2  Person : RM480   I   3 – 4 Person :  RM350   I  5 -7 Person :  RM320 I  8 & Above : RM300

Child (3-11yrs)   RM210

* per person

Important Notes

Upon booking,we will collect a minimum deposit thru online and the balance payment should be paid upon commencing the tour strictly by cash only..If you choose to pay the balance by  credit card, additional surchage which will incur.

HOW DO I GET MY CONFIRMATION ?

Confirmation will be sent to you via email after you make the payment online. 

PICKUP AREA FOR TOURS ?

Hotel , Service Residence & Homestays which are located in Kuala Lumpur City Centre which are located within 10km from Twin Towers.

If your hotel siuated out of city centre, we can arrange a pick up with additional fee depends on your location.

​ WHERE TO WAIT AND HOW MY DRIVER WILL RECOGNIZE ME ?

Kindly be ready at respective hotel lobby 10min before the tour starts. Our driver will hold the placard of your name at the lobby. Kindly call us if you cant find the driver and we will assist you. Our standard waiting time is 15minutes and anything later without any consent will be under “No Show” clause.

​ WHAT TO BRING ?

Camera & some cash for personal expenses if you intend to buy  souvenirs

​ REFUNDS ?

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity

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Great place to go if you love elephants. Was able to feed them and even bath them too. Was a great experience.

What a great experience! The driver gave us much knowledge, acts like a tour guide too

The driver is very knowledgeable and he knows everything Malaysia has to offer

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Day Tour Batu Caves, Elephant Sanctuary, Fireflies and Eagle Feeding

Starting From

The first stop is the Batu Caves, the limestone outcrop where the Deity Subramanium is worshipped. Later on, a fun-filled visit to the elephant sanctuary, feeding the Silvered Leaf Monkeys and the Eagles would make your holiday a one to remember!

Batu Caves : In this tour, you can visit the holy shrine of the deity Murugan at the limestone outcrop, the Batu Caves. Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary : A peaceful heaven where you can see adorable orphaned baby elephants playing and being bottle-fed. Silvered Leaf Monkeys : At Bukit Melawati, you will come across the famous Silvered Leaf monkeys to whom you can give food & watch them eat & play! Eagle Feeding : Eagles are remarkable creatures that have various interesting facts to know about. Thus feeding them would be a once in a lifetime chance! Fireflies : Go on a magical boat ride with the cooling breeze touching your hair and fireflies twinkling all around you at night!

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Batu Caves & Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary Full-Day Tour

• Air-Conditioned Vehicle
• English-Speaking Professional Driver
• Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off Included.
• Food And Drinks, Unless Specified
• Pick-Up From Any Hotels / Apartments & Residence In Kuala Lumpur City
• Infants must sit on laps
• Pushchair accessible
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll get picked up See departure details
• 1 Batu Caves Stop: 60 minutes See details
• 2 Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary Stop: 4 hours See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• paulamim2024 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Fraud Agency It’s a fraud agency. Please be careful folks. They take money for the entire trip and don’t get you the tickets saying this place is closed etc. complete liers. Read more Written 1 February 2024
• F206LAtonym 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great driving experience We were picked at Kuala Lumpur airport by James. He was excellent, we were totally lost within the airport, but he tracked us down and took us to our Hotel in KLCC. He was friendly and polite and an excellent driver. We really appreciated his efforts (and phone calls) to track us down. A big thank you to James. Read more Written 19 December 2022
• lahm1998 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The catcher at airport, the driver The staffs are excellent. The driver's talk was enjoyable,fun with all the long mins drive from the airport. I should've known Tripadvisor much earlier! Read more Written 16 January 2020

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The trip was good overall. The driver did come late but he was friendly and informative. The saddest part was that the tour was advertised as ‘bathing with the elephants’ - one of the main reasons we chose it. However our driver informed us straightaway that this was not possible.

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