Air Keroh Recreational Forest
The most famous recreational rainforest is Air Keroh Recreational Forest. Covering an area about 320 hectares, this place offers a lot of activities including jogging, biking and hiking besides the normal jungle trekking. For more excitement, there are also tree houses to give you a bird’s eye view of the surroundings and chalets for overnight camping. Add: Melaka Forestry Department, Jasin, 77000 Melaka
Air Keroh Lake
The Ayer Keroh Lake is another tranquil spot to relax by. Those into water sports can rent boats and canoes to paddle around in the lake. The lake also holds excitement for anglers as there are prized game fishes such as grass carps and snake head fish living in its waters. Facilities such as a jogging path, playground and eating kiosks are available for you and your family to enjoy a fun picnic. Add: Jalan Air Keroh, Air Keroh, 75450, Melaka (15km east of Melaka Town) Sungei Udang Recreational Forest
The Sungai Udang Recreational Forest is a relatively new park open for the public's relaxation. Around the main entrance, there is an administrative centre, food stalls, parking lots, playgrounds and other facilities. Certain fishing spots have been marked along the river and there are trails deeper into the jungle for trekking or camping in the forest at night. Agropark
The Agropark, also located in the vicinity of Sungai Udang, is just 20 km away from Melaka city. Sprawling over 65 acres of green terrain, the park is dedicated to teaching the public about the agricultural industry. Visitors can visit fruit orchards, vegetable farms or relax by lakes, ponds and gardens. There are also playgrounds and a site for camping. Add: Block A, Level 1, Wisma Negeri, Jalan Hang Tuah, 75300 Melaka
Butterfly Farm
The Butterfly farm doesn't just stock more than 200 species of butterflies, but an impressive collection of 400 rare insects. Some of the prominent butterflies you'll see her include the Rajah Brooke and massive Bird wing. There are also bird and mammals on display, from Cockatoos to Barn Owls and Giant Squirrels to Estuarine Crocodiles. Add: Air Keroh, 75450, Melaka
Crocodile Farm
One of the largest crocodile farm in the country, the Melakan farm has over 200 crocodiles of various species including the Siamese, African Dwarf, Humpback and Indian Marsh. Covering an area of 3.2 hectares, visitors can view the crocodiles from suspended platforms and watch them whip themselves into a feeding frenzy during feeding hours. Add: Pusat Pelancongan Air Keroh, 75450, Air Keroh, Melaka
Melaka Zoo
The Melaka Zoo is Melaka's official zoo located in Ayer Keroh. Established since 1963, the zoo has over 1,200 live specimens of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Visited by almost half a million people each year, the Melaka zoo will be an insightful discovery of the richness of Malaysia's wildlife. Visitors can view Malaysian tigers, wild oxen, rare primates and other wonderful creatures. Add: Air Keroh, 75450, Melaka
Gadek Hot Spring
Located in the district of Alor Gajah, the hot springs in Gadek was in fact discovered not by locals, but English soldiers during the war. It is believed that the hot spring's waters have healing properties. Regardless, a dip in the water is certainly relaxing and therapeutic for the body. There's also a restaurant and playground to provide additional facilities for visitors. Add: Jalan Gadek Air Panas, 75450 Alor Gajah, Melaka
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HOTELS IN MELAKA
The accommodations here range from less than RM100 to over RM400 depending on the hotel rates. Backpackers’ accommodation is also available here. The prices are 30 percent lesser during weekdays. The hotels area is located mainly in Jalan Bendahara while the budget ones are in Jalan Parameswara and Taman Melaka Raya. The hotels here will surely bring you back to the old days. If you prefer resorts than hotels, we have it all here. Guide to Melaka Hotels |
