Cape Rachado
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Metairie, LA1,012 contributions
Nov 2022
Note: The light house is not open for visit (which was disappointing as I am sure the view from it is spectacular.)
Arrive Cape Rachado's parking lot just after noon. It was an overcast day, warm and humid, but the road is shady. The walk up hill takes about 20 minutes. Heard a lot of wildlife along the way but didn't see any. At the lighthouse which is NOT OPEN to the public, walked around the the top, snap photos with the light house. With the trees you cannot see the Malacca Straits very well. There are a number of nature trails to hike if that is of interest. There are also trails to hiking to the beach. Do bring extra shirt and towels as this is tropical forests, you will sweat.
Arrive Cape Rachado's parking lot just after noon. It was an overcast day, warm and humid, but the road is shady. The walk up hill takes about 20 minutes. Heard a lot of wildlife along the way but didn't see any. At the lighthouse which is NOT OPEN to the public, walked around the the top, snap photos with the light house. With the trees you cannot see the Malacca Straits very well. There are a number of nature trails to hike if that is of interest. There are also trails to hiking to the beach. Do bring extra shirt and towels as this is tropical forests, you will sweat.
Written 4 November 2022
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Harrison F. Carter
Cologne, Germany10,765 contributions
Jul 2022
It's a nice little rainforest walk to get to, nothing strenuous at all, concrete, and barely an incline. The view is pretty non-existent at the lighthouse, no coastal view, but the lighthouse was nice to see for a moment.
Written 10 August 2022
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Chee S
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia36 contributions
May 2022
Please be highlighted that: The light house is not open for visit. Only see it and snap photos from far.
We arrive Cape Rachado's parking ground at about 1pm. It is big sunny day but the path is shady, no umbrella is needed. Our walk up hill takes about 20 minutes. Saw many monkeys along the way. When we arrive the top, snap photos with the light house, then descend. Nothing much unless you are hiking to the beach. Do bring extra clothing and towels as this is tropical forests, you will sweat.
We arrive Cape Rachado's parking ground at about 1pm. It is big sunny day but the path is shady, no umbrella is needed. Our walk up hill takes about 20 minutes. Saw many monkeys along the way. When we arrive the top, snap photos with the light house, then descend. Nothing much unless you are hiking to the beach. Do bring extra clothing and towels as this is tropical forests, you will sweat.
Written 9 May 2022
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Kakamal
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia676 contributions
Mar 2022
I noticed most of the visitors were the hikers with proper attires who use the trails for hiking. Well I guess this attraction is not for everyone. Just forget it if you're not fit enough. It's about 900m walk from the entrance. Initially, the road was fine but the pave gets steeper and steeper as you go further up.
About 30 minutes of walking up you'll reach the top, then you gotta climb the concrete stairs to reach the Lighthouse. This is an active Lighthouse so the visitors are not allowed to enter the building. The sea view could be stunning if not been blocked by trees. Overall, it's not a bad place to visit.
About 30 minutes of walking up you'll reach the top, then you gotta climb the concrete stairs to reach the Lighthouse. This is an active Lighthouse so the visitors are not allowed to enter the building. The sea view could be stunning if not been blocked by trees. Overall, it's not a bad place to visit.
Written 11 April 2022
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Tweenkly
Malaysia373 contributions
Apr 2021
Visit for the Batu Putih trail, and stop by the light house. Normally will spotted monkey at the forest, yet it is the first time spotted the Dusky Leaf Monkey [most likely, not 100% confirm] at this area, excited.
Written 14 April 2021
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KY G
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia6,913 contributions
Dec 2020
Short hike 60-90 minutes depending on what you want to cover.
You got to see an actual working light house from external building only. You can also take 2 trails to reach a elevated rock area for your instagram view photo of the sea from the top.
You got to see an actual working light house from external building only. You can also take 2 trails to reach a elevated rock area for your instagram view photo of the sea from the top.
Written 30 December 2020
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RoadRises
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia66 contributions
Aug 2020 • Solo
Serene location with a lot to offer for nature buffs and twitchers.
Bush walks are really great and not difficult.
Really peaceful place to visit
Only downside is that the rubbish bins are not being emptied so people are trying doing the right thing by leaving their rubbish there but it’s not being picked up.
Why leave more rubbish if you can see it’s not being collected, though?
Recommend it for a good walk - you should plan 2 hrs. Bush walk isn’t great for very young children
Bring water; bring back the container.
Bush walks are really great and not difficult.
Really peaceful place to visit
Only downside is that the rubbish bins are not being emptied so people are trying doing the right thing by leaving their rubbish there but it’s not being picked up.
Why leave more rubbish if you can see it’s not being collected, though?
Recommend it for a good walk - you should plan 2 hrs. Bush walk isn’t great for very young children
Bring water; bring back the container.
Written 27 August 2020
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FaizalP61
Sungai Buloh, Malaysia1,051 contributions
Aug 2020
Visit here every time coming to PD. Beautiful forest on a hill jutting out into the sea.
Only RM1 entrance fee at the gate hear to Ilham Hotel. About 800m up the road to the lighthouse - then two options - climb steps to the right 100m before the lighthouse for the trail to Batu Buteh ( nice rocks with a view towards PD town - or continue past the lighthouse and follow the trail down to Pulau Intan on the southern tip of cape Rachado where there is a small beach and nice views. From Batuh Puteh you can climb down to the right to Monkey Bay and then back up to the access road near the entrance.
Only RM1 entrance fee at the gate hear to Ilham Hotel. About 800m up the road to the lighthouse - then two options - climb steps to the right 100m before the lighthouse for the trail to Batu Buteh ( nice rocks with a view towards PD town - or continue past the lighthouse and follow the trail down to Pulau Intan on the southern tip of cape Rachado where there is a small beach and nice views. From Batuh Puteh you can climb down to the right to Monkey Bay and then back up to the access road near the entrance.
Written 1 August 2020
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mmuazhiim
109 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
Best place to see sunrise and sunset. U can either watch the sunrise from the Lighthouse or go down to the beach. Very calming and the view is breathtaking
Written 1 August 2020
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Jeffrey L
3 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
Perfect place for fishing.
Nice food and the beach is clean.
The place is cooling but beware of the rocks.
Nice food and the beach is clean.
The place is cooling but beware of the rocks.
Written 19 July 2020
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Can we camp there?
Kwun San W
Singapore, Singapore12 contributions
I don’t think so
Hi im from Singapore. Is there an entrancecfee to Cape Rachado??
x y
Lagoi, Indonesia3 contributions
Yes, 1 or 2 ringgit. Worth it.
Hi, I was wondering what time does it open and close? Is it possible to be there for sunrise and sunset? Thanks.
Shanmugam K
Penang98 contributions
I guess so. As just before the entrance, there is a guard house that u can always check. Route well preserved.
kiwiyachtie
Lanzarote, Spain15 contributions
Hi what KIND of raptors come here please?
Zeal F
18 contributions
Among the Raptors that you can spot at Tanjung Tuan are;
• Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus)
• Japanese Sparrowhawk (Accipiter gularis)
• White-bellied Sea-Eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster)
• Chinese Goshawk (Accipiter soloensis)
• Black Baza (Aviceda leuphotes)
• Osprey (Pandion haliaetus)
• Grey-faced Buzzard (Butastur indicus)
• Eastern Marsh-Harrier (Circus spilonotus)
• Oriental (Crested) Honey-Buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus)
• Changeable Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus cirrhatus)
• Crested Serpent-Eagle (Spilornis cheela)
• Greater Spotted Eagle (Aquila clanga)
CAPE RACHADO (Port Dickson) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Rachado
- We recommend booking Cape Rachado tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Cape Rachado tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Cape Rachado:
- (0.19 km) Crystal Private Water Chalet
- (0.27 km) Grand Lexis Port Dickson
- (0.27 km) Holiday Port Dickson Crystal Private Water Chalet
- (0.36 km) Lexis Port Dickson
- (0.35 km) Stunning Seaside Luxury Villa in Port Dickson. Sleeps 12
- Restaurants near Cape Rachado:
- (0.27 km) Oyako Dining Lounge
- (0.27 km) Restoran Kulit Kayu Manis
- (0.27 km) Teong Ji Seafood
- (0.83 km) Xiwang Seafood Village Restaurant
- (1.03 km) Hao Kee Seafood Restaurant