🌫️ Chasing Mist in the Cameron Highlands

A Magical Family Getaway in Malaysia

As we stepped off the bus and into the cool embrace of the Cameron Highlands, a wave of mist swirled gently around us , as if welcoming us into a dreamy escape. Our Malaysian adventure had begun, and this hill country was our first stop. Nestled in the hills, the highlands greeted us with crisp air, emerald tea plantations, and a sense of calm we hadn’t felt in a while.

🍃 A Serene Start at La Della Ferns

We checked into La Della Ferns, a cozy, English-style hotel with warm hospitality and views that opened to rolling green hills and landscaped gardens. The room was spacious and inviting — a perfect base for our two-day stay.

Our children immediately fell in love with the open gardens, and we enjoyed our evening strolls with cardigans on, sipping hot Milo and simply breathing in the refreshing highland air. The weather, a cool 16°C, was a welcome break from the tropical heat back home.

🍓 Strawberry Picking & Tea Plantation Magic

Our first adventure took us to the Big Red Strawberry Farm, where we got our hands red with juicy strawberries. The kids loved plucking their own fruit, and we couldn’t resist the famous strawberry ice cream.

Later, we explored the scenic BOH Tea Plantation. The sea of green rolling hills, dotted with tea pickers and kissed by the morning mist, was straight out of a postcard. We sipped freshly brewed tea while enjoying panoramic views from the café — one of the most peaceful moments of our trip.

🌸 Cactus Valley & Butterfly Encounters

We visited Cactus Valley, where hundreds of unique cacti and blooms created a wonderland of colour and shape. Right next door, the Butterfly Garden delighted the kids with fluttering wings and exotic insects. Watching a butterfly land gently on my daughter’s shoulder was such a precious moment.

☕ Cosy Cafés & Local Treats

Cameron Highlands is a haven for food lovers. We enjoyed scones and cream at The Lord’s Café, warm steamboat dinners, and lots of sweet corn and locally made chocolate. Everything tasted better in the highlands!

💭 Misty Memories

Our time in Cameron Highlands was short, but the memories will linger like the mist on those tea-covered slopes. We slowed down, laughed more, and connected deeply as a family. It was the perfect start to our Malaysian journey. A refreshing escape filled with mist, magic, and moments we’ll treasure forever.