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The peak at 2,032 m, which can be reached by walking 'Trail 1' from Brinchang. There are conflicting reports on whether the trailhead is open or closed, and one visitor in April 2019 mentioned that there is a mudslide that requires some crawling to detour around. The walk to the top normally takes 2-2½ hr. It is an easy path to follow if you know how to look for colored ribbons, and it is perfectly possible to do this trek without a guide. The trek is not very steep but you need to be in decent shape. Gunung Brinchang is a part of the most popular tours so expect to find lots of tourists at the top. After reaching the top, follow the road for another 6 km down to reach the main road, where you will find the 'boh' tea plantation. From there you can take the hourly bus back to Brinchang. As of July 2019, the government has closed the trail and is guiding visitors to the commercial mossy forest. Some hikers are continuing to find their way in. On the top it’s closed off with a gate, so you either have to walk up as the same route down, or climb the gate (with barbed wire).
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The Time Tunnel is Malaysia's first memorabilia "museum". It is recognised as one of the main attractions of the Cameron Highlands. The galleria is filled with objects de art that showcase what life was like in Malaysia after the Japanese occupation. Apart from collectibles and memorabilia, there is also an assortment of old photographs on display here – most dating back to the post-war years. The "museum" is open daily from 9AM-6PM. There are no restrictions to photography at the gallery. The entrance fee is RM5 for adults and RM3 for children. There is ample parking available at the complex.
At 6,666 ft above sea level, this is the highest point in Malaysia which is accessible by car. At the top of the mountain is a radio and television station. Close to the installation is a 15 m high "Observation Tower". This is the best place to get a good view of the Cameron Highlands and the neighbouring state of Perak. Reached by trekking up Trail 1 or by road. The taxi fare to the summit and back can amount to as much as RM100. Before heading this way, it would be wise to negotiate with the taxi driver to see if the trip could include a visit to the nearby Mossy Forest and the Boh Tea plantation which is in Sungei Palas. As of Oct 2018, access to the summit is no longer allowed. Apparently a telecom company bought the land and closed it from public access.
If you are tired of hiking, Sam Poh is worth the visit. Built in 1972, it is the 4th largest Buddhist temple in the country.
This is a beautiful although quite challenging 18-hole course with tricky greens and terrain. Like most of Malaysia however, it could benefit from cleaning up some of the garbage in certain areas, such as the steams. If you require them, a pretty decent range of golf clubs are available to hire for RM70 at the club house.
moderate to tough
The Gunung Berembun at 1,840 m is overgrown and offers little view over the valley. Still the trail is wide and clearly defined. It takes you through the jungle with a couple of stream crossings. The end near the summit is a bit steep. I would advise reaching Gunung Berembun via trail 7 and come down via trail 3 as trail 7 is much more difficult and step than trail 3. A round trip from trail 7 to trail 3 takes about 4 hr.