Tucked away in the northern part of Malaysia, Perlis is the smallest state in Malaysia. Unsurprisingly, many people do not know that Perlis is a 💎hidden gem waiting to be discovered with its breathtaking landscapes, fascinating cultural sites, and local culinary delights. In this blog post, we'll reveal the secrets of Perlis and guide you through an unforgettable 3-day 2-night itinerary. Get ready to embark on an adventure like no other and unlock the wonders of Perlis!
After a long journey all the way to the north in Perlis, we’re pretty sure that you’ll be bitten by the hungry bug. We recommend stopping by Bang Don Daging Bakar Abi for an affordable and wholesome lunch. Do not judge a book by its cover is the best way to describe this roadside stall. It may look like an ordinary warung but a customer quoted it as “A 3-star stall with 5-star food”.
Bang Don Daging Bakar Abi is famous for its Thai-style grilled beef made using fresh 🥩meat sourced locally. Their grilled beef is grilled over coconut husks, giving it a fragrant smoky flavour. Not only that, but it’s also juicy and soft. The lady boss is a Thai Muslim. Besides the beef, her Som Tam will make you crave more.
On top of all that, there are various Thai condiments for you to pair with the grilled beef and rice. They also have free-of-charge butterfly pea water, lemongrass water and pandan water which are all also free-flow. Since it’s Muslim-owned, yes, it’s halal.
Start your 3-day 2-night tour in Perlis by visiting Perlis Snake Park. This park is a haven for reptile lovers and showcases a wide variety of snake species. It also offers interactive experiences where you can hold and interact with 🐍non-venomous snakes under the supervision of trained staff. This hands-on experience provides a unique opportunity for visitors to overcome their fears and gain a deeper appreciation for these amazing reptiles. There is also a small gallery with a cross-section of preserved snakes on display where you get to learn more about the anatomy of different types of snakes.
Now, before you squirm away at the word “snake”, we must inform you that besides snakes, there are other better-looking creatures like chickens, ponies, ducks, geese, ostrich, hedgehogs and many more. There are also lots of cats waiting to be your master. You can adopt these 🐈cats without paying any fee at all!
Besides the animals, Perlis Snake Park is also well known for its 🌻sunflowers. They are very Instagrammable, and you’ll lose track of time trying to find the perfect angles.
Entrance Fees
Adults: RM10
Kids: RM5
⏰Hours: 9am - 5pm
📍Address: Taman Ular dan Reptilia Perlis, Jalan, Sungai Batu Pahat, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
Pusat Kecemerlangan Harum Manis also known as Ladang Harumanis Bukit Bintang is a centre and farm dedicated to the cultivation and promotion of the famous Perlis harumanis mangoes. As many 🥭mango lovers know, harumanis mango is the trademark fruit of Perlis. Learn how to differentiate between the much sought-after Harumanis mango and other mangoes here. You can even take the tram at Rm4 per pax to tour around the farm.
Of course, you can’t leave the centre without sampling any mangoes produced on the farm. Harumanis mangoes are best paired with sticky rice, which you can enjoy at the cafe here. If you don’t feel like eating, you can sip on a cup of harumanis mango juice.
Don’t forget to stock lots of harumanis mangoes to bring back home as souvenirs. They are cheaper than purchasing online. Alternatively, you can buy them from roadside sellers outside the centre, who are said to sell these sweet yellow fruits at cheaper prices.
Entrance Fees
Free
📍Address: Jalan Abi Batas Paip, Kampung Baharu Asam Bungkas, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
After a long and tiring day, it’s finally time to check into an accommodation! We highly recommend The Wheel Estate Campsite. It's a picturesque camping destination located in Perlis. Nestled amidst the serene natural surroundings, this family-owned campsite offers a unique camping and glamping experience for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers.
You can choose between their camper van, 6-metre dome tents, 4-metre dome tents, Diamond wooden tents and A wooden tents. You can even rent a space and bring your own tent! Each booking comes with 1 round of 🏹archery and ⛳golf swing. On top of that, there are also other free-of-charge games & activities like trampoline, swimming, foosball and many more. Special game arrangements are also available for team-building events.
At night, you can stargaze through a 🔭telescope! Not only that, but they also have an artificial moon that lights up in the middle of the man-made lake, turning the whole campsite into a magical field. There is also a 🔥bonfire place where you can sit around and tell horror stories. A BBQ pit is also available where you can grill your favourite meat and tell funny stories. It is strictly for halal food only, making this place Muslim-friendly. The gate to The Wheel Estate Campsite closes at 10pm and opens at 7am the next day.
⏰Hours: 7am - 10pm
📍Address: Lot 3862, Lorong 7 (B), Belukar, Lenga, 02500 Kangar, Perlis
Wake up early for one of the most beautiful sunrises you’ll ever see. The Wang Kelian viewpoint is a scenic location situated in Perlis, Malaysia. It offers visitors a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes and is a popular tourist attraction.
To reach the Wang Kelian viewpoint, you can walk through a well-maintained road that leads to the top of the hill. At the foothill, there are designated parking areas for visitors to park their cars. The viewpoint itself is equipped with viewing platforms and facilities for visitors to enjoy the scenery comfortably. If you don’t feel like hiking, you can also pay for a buggy ride.
For nature and photography enthusiasts, the Wang Kelian viewpoint presents ample opportunities to capture stunning shots of the surrounding landscapes. The view is especially breathtaking during sunrise and sunset when the sky is painted with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple. From this vantage point, you can admire the lush greenery, rolling hills, and picturesque valleys that stretch out in all directions.
Entrance Fees
Adults: RM2 (Malaysians), RM5 (Non-Malaysians)
Kids (6 - 18 years old): RM1 (Malaysians), RM2 (Non-Malaysians)
Kids (Under 6 years old): Free
OKU (Handicapped): Free
⏰Hours: 24 Hours
📍Address: 02200 Kaki Bukit, Perlis
After starting the morning with a great sunrise viewing, you should head for breakfast at Summer Bubble Cafe. It’s a nice and cosy cafe located outside of the Gua Kelam Gallery. It has an al fresco dining area with a panoramic view of Banjaran Nakawan and a small river stream.
You can enjoy a cup of ☕coffee with a few slices of crunchy toast or other pastries. For each order of toast, you’ll get mini butter and jam packets. If you prefer something heavier, they also have meals like spaghetti bolognese, honey chicken rice, Samyang carbonara and many more. They also have a variety of thirst quenchers that look very inviting, especially in the hot weather.
⏰Hours: 10am - 6pm (Wed Closed)
📍Address: Gua Kelam, Kaki Bukit, 02200 Kaki Bukit, Perlis
Explore Gua Kelam, a fascinating limestone cave located in Kaki Bukit. Marvel at its unique rock formations and intricate stalactites and stalagmites. As you walk along the walkway across the cave, you’ll notice a river underneath it. The walk is about 330m long (around 10 mins walk) and family-friendly. It is not too difficult to trek.
Aside from the natural wonders, Gua Kelam also holds historical significance. During the tin-mining boom in the early 20th century, an Englishman discovered a running river in the cave, which later served as an important transportation route for mined tin. A section of the cave was widened to allow trains to pass through, carrying tin ore from nearby mines. Today, visitors can still see remnants of the railway tracks and other mining artefacts here.
The cave will lead you to a secret garden at the end. It is an extraordinary sight that you simply cannot miss. If you want to fill your lungs with more fresh air and gawk at greenery longer, there are camping and picnic options available. You can even bathe in the small river with mini waterfalls. If those are not enough, there is even a 3D museum and Glass House, each requiring separate tickets.
Entrance Fees
Adults: RM2 (Malaysians), RM5 (Non-Malaysians)
Students: RM1 (Malaysians)
Kids: RM3 (Non-Malaysians)
Parking: RM1
⏰Hours: 9am - 5:30pm
📍Address: Gua Kelam, Kaki Bukit, 02200 Kaki Bukit, Perlis
When it comes to food, nothing is better than trying local specialities. At Mak Teh Pulut Ayam, glutinous rice (known as "pulut" in Malay) is served with fried chicken and garnished with crunchy fried garlic/onion. What’s so special about this eatery is its glutinous rice which is soft and cooked to perfection.
Besides the chicken glutinous rice, Mak Teh Pulut Ayam also has mango glutinous rice & durian glutinous rice. They are made with a 53-year-old recipe. This humble warung is located at the back of Arked Niaga Padang Besar (across the road of Padang Waremart).
⏰Hours: 8am - 7pm (9am - 6pm on Tue)
📍Address: Unnamed Road, Padang Besar, 02100 Padang Besar, Perlis
It’s shopping time! The Arked Niaga Padang Besar is a commercial centre located in Padang Besar. It's a bustling marketplace that serves as a hub for various commercial activities, including trading, shopping, and dining.
One of the highlights of Arked Niaga Padang Besar is its role as a border trade centre. Situated near the Malaysia-Thailand border, this commercial centre attracts both local and international traders. Visitors can find an array of Thai goods, including textiles, clothing, accessories, electronics, household items, and more. The cross-border trade adds a unique cultural and economic dynamic to this marketplace.
While it is true that the prices of the items sold here are a bit pricier compared to when you purchase them in Thailand. This place serves as a shopping haven for those who don’t have a passport to cross the border for some Thai goods. It’s also the perfect place for bargain champions to bargain their way to the goods they want.
⏰Hours: 9am - 7pm
📍Address: Lrg 3 Gapura, Padang Besar, 02100 Padang Besar, Perlis
For the last trip of the day, you should head to the Superfruits Valley. Located 2km away from the main road, this is not your ordinary fruit farm. That is because it is filled with exotic fruits, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and learn about the diverse tropical produce grown in the region.
Many of these fruits are already in the market or exported to other countries, but we bet that many of you must have not tried many of these locally grown fruits. Some of those fruits include fig, gac and passion fruit.
Before leaving, check out their products, like their fig canned drink. They also sell freeze-dried fruits such as lemon, fig, mulberry, raspberry, and harumanis made with the same technology used on astronauts’ food supply to preserve the nutrients. Speaking about harumanis, don’t forget to try out their 😋sweet and refreshing harumanis soft serve ice cream.
Entrance Fees
Free
⏰Hours: 8am - 4pm (Weekday), 8am - 5pm (Weekend)
📍Address: 02450 Padang Besar, Perlis
After a long day out, it’s time to indulge in a wholesome dinner. Daddy's Kitchen specialises in Western classics such as 🍔burgers, 🥩steaks and nachos. The portion of each meal is big, and the prices are affordable. So you don’t have to worry about burning a hole in the wallet.
The restaurant's cosy ambience adds to its charm. It is an open-air dining place that is tastefully decorated with warm-tone light bulbs, creating a pleasant atmosphere for diners to enjoy their meals. In addition to that, diners also get to experience dining in a vintage bus!
⏰Hours: 6pm - 12am
📍Address: 1, Jalan Kampung Baru Sungai Serai - Kampung, Chuping, 02500 Kangar, Perlis
Start your morning by indulging in a delicious breakfast at Warung Tepi Sawah 2769. This charming eatery offers a serene and rustic ambience, with tables set amidst lush greenery. There are many food stalls here selling mouthwatering delicacies that will cause a thunderstorm in your stomach. Feast on a variety of Malaysian dishes, such as Chapati, Peknga, Roti Bakar, Satay and many more, while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
One warning, it might get crowded when you arrive because this eatery next to a paddy field is a popular breakfast spot among locals and tourists. For that, we recommend coming during the weekdays. Coming early can also mean a higher chance of you securing a table. If you want to enjoy a green paddy field view, we suggest you come in May and June when the paddies are still green.
⏰Hours: 7:30pm - 12pm
📍Address: Jalan Wang Ulu, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
After curbing the thunderstorm in your stomach, head to Tasik Melati Recreational Park. Take a leisurely stroll along the lakeside promenade and enjoy the scenic views of the calm waters and surrounding greenery.
The park's serene atmosphere and lush greenery make it an excellent place for relaxation and unwinding. Visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse themselves in nature's tranquillity. It is a great spot for picnics, family outings, or simply spending quality time with loved ones.
The highlight of Tasik Melati is its beautiful man-made lake, which serves as a focal point for photoshoots. One glance at the lake will have you mistaken it for a lake in China. The red bridges and pavilions are designed with a Chinese style influence. Coupled with the water lilies in the lake, it looks like a scenery out of a Chinese historical drama.
⏰Hours: 24 Hours
📍Address: Tasik Melati, 02400 Kangar, Perlis
If photo shooting at Tasik Melati Recreational Park is not enough, then you should come to Kangar Street Art 2.0. It is an updated version of the street art scene in Kangar, Perlis. Street art has become a popular form of artistic expression in many cities worldwide, and Kangar is no exception. The town has embraced this creative movement, revitalising its streets with 🎨vibrant and visually appealing murals.
There are also 3D paintings where you can challenge your creativity with funny poses. Don’t forget to look out for the camera pointers on the floor. They will guide you, the photographer, to complete the illusions by standing at the correct angles.
Kangar Street Art 2.0 has become a source of pride for the local community, fostering a sense of identity and belonging. It has also created opportunities for local artists to showcase their talent and contribute to the town's cultural heritage. The murals have become iconic landmarks, with many people using them as backdrops for photographs and social media posts.
⏰Hours: 24 Hours
📍Address: Lorong Seni, Pusat Bandar Kangar, 01000 Kangar, Perlis
Restaurant Kak Su Laksa is a well-known eatery that specializes in serving delicious laksa, a popular Malaysian noodle soup dish. This restaurant has garnered a reputation for its flavourful laksa and warm hospitality.
This restaurant offers Perlis laksa, served with pulut panggang with the traditional Assam Laksa. The pulut panggang is supposed to be eaten together with the laksa. Even the pulut panggang comes in a variety of fillings such as sambal, squids, shrimps, etc. Aside from pulut panggang, they also have kuih spera. For small eaters, you guys can order the kid’s portion.
⏰Hours: 12:30pm - 7:30pm (Tue Closed)
📍Address: 97,Lorong Siakap 1, Jalan Kuala Perlis, 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis
Perlis offers a fascinating blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural heritage that can be explored over a 3-day, 2-night itinerary. From visiting exotic fruit farms and urban wall murals to exploring historically significant caves and rainforests, Perlis provides a diverse range of experiences for travellers like you. So, pack your bags, embark on this adventure, and get ready to discover Perlis’ best-kept secrets.
