A Weekend in Banting – What to do in Banting in 2 Days

 

A Weekend in Banting – What to do in Banting in 2 Days

What To Do in Banting in 2 Days? Although there’s always something new popping up in Kuala Lumpur, there are times when you need to get away from the often overwhelming city – at least for a couple days or in a group of close friends.

 

Occasionally when I travel, I have a sensation that’s closer to experiencing a moment in time and less like visiting a physical destination. Sight, smell, taste, sound and touch plus something else—a vibe, I suppose and combine to make a place feel all-encompassing. It’s like plunging into a different epoch rather than just ‘arriving’ at a new point on the map. Banting is one of those places, is like a hidden gem I would treasure.

 

We chose to drive there, which takes about an hour from Kuala Lumpur city. Banting is a town in the Selangor region of Malaysia. It has a good population and is located on the banks of a river. Good for a short vacation, it can be visited anytime of the year. There are some good restaurants in the town and markets where locals shop. So, you can get a closer look at the culture of the place with the help of these things. Don’t forget to add these to your itinerary before planning a trip to Banting.

 

Top things to do in Banting itinerary highlights. Take a look!

 

1. Tadom Hill Resorts

 

If you’re wondering what to do in Banting, and you are the kind of person who can’t laze around on a holiday and need to pack in some adventure, Tadom Hill Resorts is just good for you.

 

Tadom Hills Resorts offers different levels of landscapes for different visitors to allow you to choose the experience you want. It covers ground that includes natural relief features such as rocks, limestone hills, lakes, and even a Zip Line that is sure to test your limits and for you to try out different obstacles there depending on your preference.

 

Besides that, tandom sky diving in Kuala Lampur is the right thing for you. Experience the thrill at its best, while you jump from a great height over the azure sea, float and land while harnessing safely with the instructor .

 

Location: No.2, Jalan Bukit Tadom, (Kampung Orang Asli) Kampung Labohan Dagang, 42700 Banting, Selangor

Time: 10 am to 5 pm

2. Stroll On Morib Beach

Spending time on the beach is one of the best things to do when you are on a vacation. Morib beach is the best beach in Banting that offers white sandy shores and picturesque views that will leave you mesmerized. An ideal place for beach-vacation to relax with friends and family with the amazing sunset here.

A big signage greeted us when we parked our cars (free parking). There is an outdoor playground area with paid toilets nearby. Lots of alfresco kind of food court which sells coconut water and fried food.

 

You can decide to either go to the beach or just stayed on the (quite well-maintained) pavement and sat on the curb. However, we saw some people going down the beach presumably looking for crabs, not all the time. Relaxing and enjoy the breeze and take some photos here.

 

Location: Morib, 42700 Banting, Selangor
Time: 24 hours

3. Famous Sin Loong Fong Steamed Chicken

Before our drive to Tadom Hill we visited one of the town’s most famous chicken rice shops located along Jalan Bunga Pekan in the heart of Banting town. Unlike other chicken rice shops, the chicken here is seasoned with a creamy sauce which contains wolfberries, giving it a very herbal taste.

 

Sin Loong Foong Steamed Chicken, a chicken rice restaurant that has been operating in Banting for over 30 years, is no stranger to locals residing in Banting. Occupying a two-storey corner shop lot next to Jalan Bunga Pekan, it is also known as the biggest chicken rice shop in Banting.

 

This restaurant is known for its chicken rice, served in a way that most chicken rice shops in KL or Selangor may not offer. Aside from chicken rice, they have other items on their menu as well, all within affordable prices.

If you’re not a fan of rice, there are also a few noodle-based dishes for you to try. Another common dish would be their “Ipoh Hor Fun” and “Prawn Ipoh Hor Fun” served with fish balls, fishcakes, shredded chicken and rice noodles, topped with green onions also Prawns. A hot steaming bowl of noodle soup would be a great option for raining days when it gets colder than usual.

 

I would have come back each time when I visited Banting, a value for money meal with the good and effective service served but if you are not a fan of chicken rice, the shop serves plain and curry noodle soup dishes too. 

 

Location: 221, Jalan Bunga Pekan, Taman Seri, 42700 Banting, Selangor
Time: 7.30am to 4pm

4. 馬來西亞佛光山東禪寺 - Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple

From Klang, take Highway 5 south signposted towards Banting. A few kilometres after Teluk Panglima Garang you will reach Jenjarom. The FGS Dong Zen Temple is a large Buddhist religious, cultural and educational complex in the small town of Jenjarom in the Kuala Langat district of Selangor state.

 

Its buildings are fairly modern but it has a pleasant atmosphere and is well worth a visit if you are passing that area. This temple is very large and there are many places where you can learn about Buddha. In addition, this temple also prepares vegetarian food for visitors to buy and enjoy.

 

Every Chinese New Year the temple puts on a Lantern & Flora Festival and the whole place is transformed into a glittering wonderland of red lanterns, digital lights, illuminated gardens and colorful displays for kids and adults.

Location: PT 2297, Jalan Sungai Buaya, Kampung Jenjarom, 42600 Jenjarom, Selangor
Time: 10am to 10pm.

You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Banting.

Even though my vacation was just for a couple of days, I find that Banting is a good choice to escape the hectic city as it allows me to truly unwind and have a taste of a slow-paced life.

 

The town is also getting more popular in recent years, but still manages to retain most of its rustic charm as its many decades-old local restaurants and coffee shops are still operating to this day.

 

If you have plans to visit Malaysia and are not sure if Banting should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Banting and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.