Are you feeling exhausted by your day-to-day city life? Then a simple tour throughout Perlis is just the right plan for you to get away from all the noises and destruction so that you can enjoy and feel all the beauty of nature. You will be able to calm your mind, which can help you to relax and refocus further.
Perlis is situated in the northern part of Malaysia. It is a relatively calm and quiet place that one can find in Malaysia. A small state which is rich with natural beauty in its way possible.
So, by this time, I am pretty sure you are wondering, “what are the top attractions in Perlis?”. Right? Well, that’s why we have come with the Top 20 Must-See Attractions in Perlis that will help you select your tour spot.
Jewels of Perlis: 20 Must-Visit Landmarks and Attractions in Perlis
1. Perlis State Park (Taman Negeri Perlis)
Perlis State Park (Taman Negeri Perlis) is situated over the longest continuous limestone hills in Malaysia. If you love trekking, hiking then this park will provide you with the perfect paths for those activities. This park is surrounded by natural beauty with its rich collections of flora and fauna, caves, waterfalls, birds, mammals, reptiles, and so on.
Also, an interesting fact is that the trees of this forest shed their leaves in the dry season, which can give you a mesmerising scene you will never forget about.
Address: Kaki Bukit, Perlis
Entry Time: Daily
Entry Fee: Adult RM 2.00｜Child RM 1.00
2. Maneq Hills ATV Adventure
An adventure lover should never miss Maneq Hills ATV Adventure once you are in Perlis. From Riding on ATV to exploring the new grounds of Maneq Hills will challenge you every second, which can be exciting. It will leave you with some fun challenges you will cherish your whole life. So, are you ready yet to challenge yourself?
Address: 7, 02100 kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am – 06:00 pm｜Saturday to Sunday: 09:00 am – 06:00 pm (closed on Friday)
3. Timah Tasoh Lake
Timah Tasoh Lake is the prettiest lake you will ever find in Perlis. An interestingly man-made lake was named after two rivers called – Sungai Timah and Sungai Tasoh. If you want a peaceful place with an incredible landscape and to spend some quality time either by yourself or with your family, this lake is the best spot for you.
You can experience unbelievable sunrises; sunsets over there and even stay there at night. If you visit the lake in the migratory season, you can watch countless birds flying through the lake. This lake is indeed full of serenity, isn’t it?
Address: Kaki Bukit, perlis
Entry Time: 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
4. Kelam Cave (Gua Kelam)
Gua Kelam, also known as the “cave of darkness”, is a unique cave famous for its cave walk. If you are a mystery lover, this cave will be the most thrilling journey to experience. There is a wooden walkway throughout the cave, which has been made for the visitor’s benefit. After walking through this limestone cave, you will find a fantastic valley waiting right in front of you.
Address: Kaki Bukit, 02200 Kaki Bukit, Perlis
Entry Time: Monday to Friday: 08:00 am – 05:00 pm｜Saturday, Sunday: 08:00 am – 06:00 pm
5. Bukit Ayer Amenity Forest
Bukit Ayer Amenity Forest is a recreational park with lots of facilities. You can learn about so many plants, species by visiting the park. This forest can be the best place for you if you love hiking in nature around you. Just make sure to inform and get permission from the authority before you start your hiking. Many waterfalls flow through the poolside, where visitors can swim and relax anytime they want.
Address: Jalan Anak Chelong,, R119, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: Daily, 07:00 am – 06:00 pm
Entry Fee: Mykad: Adults RM 2.00, Children (6 -17 years old) RM 1.00｜Foreigner: Adults RM 5.00, Children RM 3.00
6. Perlis Vineyard (Taman Anggur Perlis)
Perlis Vineyard is a place with different kinds of grapes plantation. If you want to learn about grapes, this place can help you know about so many different kinds of grapes, including Black Queen, New White Malaga, Black Opal, and so on. For visitors’ benefit, grapes are planted in batches so that they can enjoy and experience the view all around the year.
Address: Kampung Lembah Tuwi, Kangar, perlis.
Entry Time: Tuesday – Sunday, 09:00 am – 06:00 pm (closed on Monday)
Entry Fee: Free
7. Perlis Herbal Forest
Perlis Herbal Forest is the national herbal forest with a land of 12 hectares. A great place to educate yourself about how herbal plants are connected with medicine. This forest is full of greenery with its rich medicinal value. This can be an exciting and beneficial experience for you. The prettiest combination you will find while travelling around Perlis.
Address: Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: Daily 08:00 am to 05:00 pm
Entry Fee: Adults RM 1, Children RM 0.50
8. Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Bougainvillea Garden
Who does not love to see the view of a mesmerising flower garden full of colours? A quick visit to this flower garden will cheer you up in no time. The Bougainvillea Garden was named after the crown princess of Perlis. You can also go for a hike to the neighbouring hill where you will be able to enjoy a top view of the surrounding from a higher level.
Address: Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
9. Kampung Ujung Bukit
Suppose you need a peaceful, calm place with a natural surrounding while you are staying in Kangar for a few days. In that case, Kampung Ujung Bukit can offer different kinds of homestay facilities that are situated among paddy fields. You will not regret staying there if you are bored by city life. This place will give you an amazing village life experience with some fun, outdoor activities including cultural performances, rice cultivation, traditional food making, etc.
Address: Kg. Ujung Bukit, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: 24 hours
10. Wang Burma Cave (Gua wang Burma)
If you love facing challenges, Wang Burma Cave is a must-visit place for you. This cave is one of the famous attractions of Perlis. The cave is divided into two parts with a breathtaking scenario. You will see various insects and unique rocks formations inside this adventurous cave.
Make sure to take the necessary safety gear for caving and manage a guide for you because you will need to trek a jungle before you find the entrance of the cave.
Address: Kaki Bukit, Kangar, Perlis.
11. Arau Royal Gallery (Galeri Diraja Arau)
Arau Royal Gallery is located near the Perlis Royal Palace in Kangar. If you are interested in knowing some history of Perlis’s Royal people, you should visit this gallery. The gallery provides a collection of various artefacts such as royal uniforms, a rattan bicycle, glassware, bronze utensils, and many more.
Address: Arau, 02600 Arau, Perlis
Entry Time: 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
12. Bukit Jernih Recreational Park
Bukit Jernih Recreational Park is an attractive place to visit. If you want to relax and feel the calmness of nature, you can take a tour of the park with your family. You can set camp out there if you want to explore the nighttime.
A night in the tent, away from all the chaos, will give you a peaceful feeling. Over there, you will find water, in case you feel like swimming and relax for a bit. Usually, local people visit this park on weekends, so if you do not want any crowd, make sure to avoid weekends.
Address: Taman Jernih, Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: Daily, 24 hours
Entry fee: Free
13. Al-Hussain Mosque (Masjid Al-Hussain)
Al-Hussain Mosque is also known as the floating mosque of Perlis. If you love places with their interestingly architectural value, you cannot miss the chance of visiting this mosque. A beautiful mosque is situated near the seashore. A serene seashore view is awaiting you. Both outside and inside architecture design will undoubtedly impress you. You will find unbelievable calmness through your body and mind when you are there.
Address: 1, Persiaran Putra Timur, 02000, Kuala Perlis, Perlis.
Entry Time: Daily 05:00 am to 10:00 pm
Entry Fee: Free
14. Bukit Kubu Amenity Forest
Bukit Kubu Amenity Forest is the perfect place for relaxation. This park is a natural limestone cave with an interesting geological formation. You will get to see some unique flora and fauna, migratory birds—a place with its rich natural beauty. The forest will give you some unforgettable memories. But before visiting the forest, you need to take permission from Perlis Forestry Department.
Address: 02000, Kuala Perlis, Perlis.
Entry Time: Daily, 07:00 am – 06:00 pm
Entry Fee: Free
15. Melati Lake Recreational Park
Melati Lake is a famous recreational park in Perlis. A beautiful tourist’s attraction one should not miss out on. You will find more than 150 islands scattered sandbars in the lake. A wooden footway added a flexible walking path for visitors so that they can enjoy the view of the lake by walking. If you want to spend some quality time with your family, Melati Lake can provide the best arrangement for you.
Address: Tasik Melati, 02400 Kangar, Perlis.
Entry Time: 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
16. Perlis Snake and Reptile Farm
Perlis Snake and Reptile Farm is a prominent tourist spot of Perlis as it is the only snake farm in Malaysia. If you are an animal lover and brave-hearted enough, you should visit this farm at once. There are more than 30 species of snakes and other species, including crocodiles, lizards, horses, turtles, and otters. The Institute of Medical Research runs this farm. The farm was established for the research of venom. So, it will be both an educational and thriller experience to visit this snake and reptile farm.
Address: Taman Ular Sungai Batu Pahat, Kangar, Perlis
Entry Time: Daily, 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Entry Fee: Adults RM 4.00, Children RM 1.00
17. Kota Kayang Museum (Muzium Kota Kayang)
Kota Kayang Museum has three main galleries for visitors. It has over 300 collections of some rich artefacts from the ancient period of this area. If you are enthusiastic about the state, you must have a visit to this museum. You will find a beautiful garden view just outside of the museum while visiting it.
Address: 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis.
Entry Time: Daily, 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Entry Fee: Free
18. Canopy Walk SPF Mata Ayer
Canopy Walk SPF is another attraction for visitors. If you are addicted to climbing up higher, this place will fulfil your addiction level. A 100-meter-long canopy walk with a height of 17 meters will give you an upper and more transparent view of the surrounding. You will see some long, old teak tree over there. This place has been built for research work but holds a great beauty in it. You will feel as tall as those long teak trees when you reach the top.
Address: 02100 Padang Besar, Perlis.
Entry Time: Daily, 08:00 am – 04:00 pm
Entry Fee: Adult RM 5.00, Children RM 3.00
19. Keteri Hills (Bukit Keteri)
Keteri Hills is the perfect place who love climbing rocky hills. This is one of the most challenging limestone hills to climb. If you are a real sporty, love taking challenges, you must visit this hill.
After climbing the mountain, you will get to experience a spectacular view of the greenish paddy fields surrounding the whole area. Rock climbing without challenges is no fun, right? Don’t forget to see the sunset view over the top.
Address: Bukit Keteri, Kangar, Perlis.
Entry Time: Daily, 24 hours
Entry Fee: Free
20. Nipah Kipli Farm (Ladang Nipah Kipli)
Nipah Kipli Farm is a place surrounded by palm trees. If you want relaxation with some fresh food items to try at least once, why not visit this beautiful place? You can try out fresh fruit juice made from palm. Their fresh coconut juice, rice field crab is also the must-try item if you are there. They also provide camp-site activities for their visitors. A walk through this place can help you transform into a happy, chilled-out mood.
Address: 02700 Sanglang, Perlis.
Entry Time: Tuesday- Sunday, 01:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Friday, 2:30 pm – 07:00 pm)
Entry Fee: Free
Perlis can be a small state, but it has a friendly surrounding with all of its richest natural attractions. Once visit this place, you will come back as a different person. Why wait any further? The beauty of nature is calling you to have a glance.