D Paradise Malacca

Tropical Fruits World, Aboriginal Village

D-Paradise is a concept tropical fruit and aboriginal village cum retreat in Malacca. This park has a host of attractions, while being conveniently located near the highway. While most would visit Malacca for a historical lesson and culture, a visit to D-Paradise promises an education of a different sort – a look at the plantation industry of Malaysia as well as its fauna heritage.
Some of the attractions here include the world’s largest collection of pumpkins, cactus and ‘monkey cups’; which are pitcher plants, a dragon fly sanctuary, anteaters; a unique furry mammal that has a nose-like appendage to suck up termites and ants for food, a biscuit hut; where delicious local pastries are made and much more.
Make a trip to the D-Paradise for a unique experience of a lifetime!

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World's Largest Collection of Pumpkins
You will find the largest collection of pumpkins grown here that you'll ever see. See how these Vitamin A and Potassium rich fruits are grown. Did you know the record for the largest pumpkin is 1,140 pounds in weight?
World's Largest Collection of Cactus
See the largest collection of cactus right here in D-Paradise. These fascinating thorny plants can be as small as 2 inches to a few feet in height.
World's Largest Collection of Monkey Cup Pitcher
Scientists and enthusiasts from around the world come here to see the largest collection of exotic and rare Monkey Cup Pitchers.
Dragon Fly Sanctuary
With ancestors over 300 million years old, these impressive mid-air hovering insects are fascinating. Come into our dragon-fly sanctuary and see these creatures up-close and let them fly all over you!
Rare Ant-Eater Sanctuary
These creatures can grow up to the size of a German Shepherd dog. As the name suggests, anteaters eat ants and termites in vast quantities, sometimes up to 30,000 insects in a single day. See them in action here!
Malaysian Traditional Biscuit Hut
Malaysia is known for its culinary delights. For the first time, we bring the best biscuits from around Malaysia to one location where you can see how they are made, sample and buy them.

Facilities

800 Species of Tropical Fruit
Throughout the 168 acres of pristine natural environment, you can expect to find over 800 species of tropical fruit - one of the largest collections in the world. What's more, you can touch, pick and taste them too!
Orang Asli
See how the aborigines live, play and work. Watch and enjoy authentic handicrafts being made from surrounding natural resources and learn something at the same time. Sit down and have a 'natural' meal with them. Also, experience jungle trekking the "orang asli" way and see the Malaysian Koala (Kongkang) sanctuary.
D-CEO Village
Based on the concept of Malaysian traditional dwellings, these "kampong" houses have been designed for the modern times with 5-star interiors and amenities providing you all the comforts that you deserve. When staying at the D-CEO Village, set your mind and spirit free and enjoy the serenity of nature, the dramatic scenery, the fragrance of fresh flowers and fruits, and soak in the culture.
Camp David Island

Camp David Island is situated on a private island consisting of 4 well-equipped log cabins with private swimming and Jacuzzi pools. State-of-the-art KTV room, luxury dining hall, satellite plasma TV, private buggy, private chef and full butler service are what you can expect.

Location Map

Operating Hours
Tuesday To Sunday
From 9.00am to 6.00pm
Monday
Closed ( Hotel will remain open)

Melaka River Cruise

From its role as a meeting point between the East and West in the 16th Century, the Malacca River has morphed into a tourism destination today. Both locals and foreigners come to soak in its history from the diverse architecture found along its banks. There are old churches, mosques, bridges, clan houses, warehouses, temples and villages that have withstood the test of time.

When I first saw the Malacca River 20 years ago, it was small and murky, with fishing boats crowding the river mouth. It was hard to imagine that this was the same river that attracted the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British to build a port and fortress here. Today, I see a modern waterfront with gardens, a fort, a fountain, performance stages, breezy walkways and a large windmill. The Melaka River with its cruise is the biggest surprise. The muddy, murky water is now quite clear, with a tinge of emerald green. Clean embankments on both sides stretch for several kilometres. The river has also been widened and a mechanical device has been installed to control the depth of the water. The idea was to make the river completely pollution-free, so as to develop exquisite gardens on its banks, and pave the pedestrian pathways to perfection. Passengers on the Malacca River cruise get a feel of the multi-cultural and historical fabric of the country. One can even see the Melaka tree, under which Parameswara was so inspired by the sight of a mouse deer kicking a dog that he named the place Melaka. The 26 fibre-glass boats are named after historic figures such as Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Munshi Abdullah and Tun Perak. Passengers are also serenaded with traditional songs such as dondang sayang.

There are two types of cruises. One offers recorded commentaries and the other has a tour guide on board. The approximate touring time for Melaka River Cruise is about 45 minutes (9 KM) from the Quayside Heritage Centre to Taman Rempah, Pangkalan Rama. The boats are available daily at every thirty minute interval between the following times: 9.30am to 5pm and 6pm to 12 midnight.
A must-see on the cruise is Kampung Morten, a living museum showcasing a village that's been around for hundreds of years. There are private museums here where one can get a deeper understanding of the local Malay culture including their costumes and crafts like embroidery work.
The houses are fine examples of Malay architecture, with sweeping staircases in the centre and a verandah where family members can sit in the evenings to enjoy the air.
You can also see the replica of a pirate ship, the Eye On Malaysia ferris wheel, the abandoned Cathay cinema as well as the old express bus terminal. There is also a replica of a royal windmill and a fort, complete with cannons around the walls.
The cruise boat passes under many bridges that had important functions in the old days. The first one, Tan Boon Seng Bridge, marks the strategic place captured by the Portuguese in 1511 in their bid to occupy Malacca. The other bridges are Chan Boon Cheng Bridge, Ghostbridge of Malacca, Old Market Bridge and Jalan Hang Tuah Bridge.

MALACCA RIVER CRUISE
Venue: The Malacca River jetty in front of the Quayside Heritage Centre.
Departs daily from 9am to 11.30pm
Ticket: Adult RM10, child below 12: RM5
Group Tour: RM100 per boat. Can be arranged by calling Malacca River Cruise at 06-281 4322 or cruise guide Bernard Kenneth Gooting at 012-9127210

Nearby Attractions

There are plenty of attractions near the Melaka River Cruise.  A few of them are:

• The Stadthuys
• Christ Church Melaka
• The Maritime Museum
• Jonker Walk

There are also couples of attractions within walking distance (about 15 – 20 minutes):

• Menara Taming Sari (a revolving observation deck from a height of 80 meters)
• St Paul’s Hill (A Famosa)
• Dataran Pahlawan MegaMall
• Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall
• Istana Museum Melaka

Interesting places in Melaka!

Melaka

Melaka is a fascinating city which is rich in its history.  A blend of many cultures, from all over the world, is seen in their architecture, traditions, music, and cuisine.  Melaka is one of the UNESCO world heritage sites.

Melaka began as the Melaka Sultanate, with its roots from Sumatera.  It became one of the most important trading ports of the region.  The Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, Indians, Japanese and Portuguese traders have left their imprints on Melakan culture.  This unique combination of culture from the East and the West has produced distinctive communities such as the Peranakan, the Chitty, and those of Portuguese descent.

Situated on the south-western coast of the Malay Peninsula, Melaka is one of the fourteen states of Malaysia.  It lies between the states of Negeri Sembilan and Johor, and it extends over an area of 1,658 kilometers.  Melaka is divided into three districts: Melaka Tengah, Alor Gajah and Jasin.

The state of Melaka has numerous architectural landmarks that are worth a visit.  Influences from the Portuguese, Dutch, British, and Chinese, are visible in these architectural landmarks.  The Town Hall of Melaka is an exceptional monument made by the Dutch.  There are a number of spectacular places of worship, including churches, temples and mosques.  The rich Melakan heritage and culture can be seen through various cultural museums throughout the city.

Melaka offers a wide range of attractions for travelers.  For all those interested in history and art, it is a place worthwhile to spend a holiday.

Melaka is easily accessible from all over Malaysia through the North-South Expressway.  It is about 2 hours away from Kuala Lumpur and about 3 to 4 hours away from Singapore.

Tourist attractions in Pangkor

The main attractions in Pangkor Island are the beaches. There are several excellent beaches in the Island. However, Pangkor Island offers more than beaches. On this page you will explore the many other attractions that will make your stay here a real life experience of joy, love and happiness.

• Pangkor Town
• Fishing Villages
• Fu Lin Kong Temple
• Kali Amman Temple
• Batu Bersurat and Tiger Rock
• Dutch Fort (Kota Belanda)
• The Tombs
• Tortoise Hill

The Beaches
Of all the Malaysian Islands, Pangkor Island has still some beautiful and quiet beaches. Here you can still find the peace and tranquillity many other beaches in Malaysia have lost. Teluk Nipah and Pantai Pasir Bogak have attractions as the banana boats, kayaks and jet ski's available. Also it's possible to rent a boat to go around the island and do some snorkeling at Giam Island in front of Teluk Nipah.

Pantai Pasir Bogak (Pasir Bogak Beach)

Pantai Pasir Bogak is a few kilometers away from Pangkor Town on the West side of the island. This beach is probably the most popular of the Pangkor beaches. Maybe it is because it is so close to Pangkor Town. It has been described as 'the biggest swimming pool in the world'. The water is shallow and crystal clear. You will be able to arrange water-sport-facilities as jet-skiing, snorkeling or rent a canoe. All along the beach there are open-air food-stalls offering specialties such as barbecued squids, satay and fish crisps. Accommodation is easily available, ranging from luxury hotels, chalets to the more Spartan comforts of 'attap' huts and camping sites.

Teluk Nipah (Nipah Bay)

Of all the Pangkor beaches, Teluk Nipah or Nipah Bay is the most beautiful. This beach is located a few kilometers north Pantai Pasir Bogak. The beach is secluded and is able to maintain its natural beauty. Unlike other beaches, it has corals, sea cucumber and bird lovers can find the hornbill (Burung Enggang) on this beach. Conveniently people forget that Teluk Nipah is in fact 2 beaches: Nipah Beach and Coral Bay. Nipah Bay has a beautiful view on two small islands called Pulau Giam and Pulau Mentagor. Both of these islands are not inhabited although you might find locals willing to bring you there. It is said that when the tide is out you can even walk to Giam Island.
Giam Island is mostly interesting for snorkeling. The waters are shallow. There are lots of corals and fishes to see.

Pangkor Island

Off the coast of perak State, north of Selangor , lies a cluster of fabulous islands with unquestionably some of the best coves and beaches on the western coast of peninsular Malaysia. Among them, two islands predominate in terms of accessibility, infrastructure and development - the largest island, Pangkor and her sister Pangkor Laut. Those who are not familiar with the geographical locations generally confuse the two.
Forty minutes by ferry from Lumut, the popular island resort of Pulau Pangkor (Pangkor Island) welcomes visitors with its serene golden beaches, crystalline blue waters, and cool refreshing breezes. Located about 90km south west of lpoh, it is largely inhabited by fisherfolk.
	They live in scattered fishing settlements along the coast especially on the eastern side, facing the town of Lumut and Teluk Batik, and their catch comprises mainly cuttlefish and anchovy. The modern facilities make it an ideal gateway. A wide range of sun and sea activities are available such as scuba diving, wind-surfing, fishing, snorkelling.