Tadom Hill Resort: Super glamping within an hour of KL

Tadom Hill offers respite from the city. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Tadom Hill Resorts shows what can be achieved with a little imagination. It was once just an ugly hole left over from sand mining and some partially excavated limestone hills surrounded by palm oil plantations near Dengkil in Selangor.

The owners have transformed it into an attractive eco-friendly resort next to a clean lake that provides a range of fun activities for day visitors and resort guests.

Nearly all the structures in the resort are made from bamboo, giving a relaxed beach-style feel to the place even though it is far from the sea.

“Tadom” is an orang asli word, and many of the employees are Temuan from the local orang asli community.

Activities

Complimentary activities for day-pass holders and guests:

• Bamboo diving platform. Jump in the lake from 5m up.
• Tarzan swing.
• Bamboo water swing.
• Bamboo raft.
• Floating bamboo lounging chair.
• Outdoor games. Limbo, giant Jenga, giant draughts, volleyball, ping pong, badminton, basketball, tug of war and so on.
• There is an extra charge for all for the flying fox. This must be one of the longest zip lines in Malaysia, starting from a hilltop across the lake and crossing the water back to the resort.

The owners have rehabilitated an old sand mining area to create a unique eco-friendly resort. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Amenities

Various amenities are available for rent such as gazebos, barbecue grills, lockers, mats and bean bags.

Food platters for a barbecue and charcoal can be purchased. There is a restaurant and drink vending machines. Outside food is not allowed.

Life jackets for adults and children are provided and are compulsory for all water-related activities. There is sufficient free parking.

Accommodation

There are seven types of cosy accommodation available, ranging from shared dormitory-style bamboo huts to the more luxurious bamboo Gendul chalets.

Verdict

This is a nice place and something different. Suitable for company team-building events, or small groups of friends looking for a relaxing break from the city. A day trip or maximum one-night stay would be enough. Bring mosquito repellent if staying overnight.

This article first appeared in Malaysia Traveller

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