Cameron Highlands nightlife isn't the most buzzing in the world, for the simple reason that most travelers come here to relax and enjoy the coolness and the nature. The various daytime activities mean that by the time pubs and clubs elsewhere would normally open, people are too tired to enjoy them. That said, the main cities Tanah Rata and Brinchang are the places where you can have a good night out, with a bus running between them costing 1.5RM. You can also get a cab which should cost about 6RM.

Non-Alcoholic Delights

Although it doesn't offer much in the way of entertainment, Starbucks does serve its usual great coffee and delicious light snacks and sandwiches. The coffee house is located in the midst of the long stretch of shops in Tanah Rata city centre.

Pubs and Cafes

Given that Islam is the dominant religion in Malaysia, Cameron Highlands nightlife is not predisposed towards alcohol. However, there is one pub in Tana Rata called The Travelers' Bistro and Pub which serves a whole range of drinks, making it a popular visitors' hangout. It's suited for intimate chats with friends. Football - the Malaysian national obsession - is shown on big screens.

Also located in Tana Rata is a great little place called T-Cafe, which serves drinks as well as excellent Asian and Western food into the evening. You can sample their Chinese delicacies such as Hokkien noodles and follow it with a typically English scone with Devonshire cream. Other dishes are a fusion of British, Malay and Chinese recipes.

At the Cameron Highlands Resort is a glorious Japanese bar-restaurant called Sake, whose open plan dining concept features a sake bar - a completely unique experience in Cameron Highlands, not to say Malaysia as a whole.

Fun at the Night Market

On the weekends and during the week while school holidays are taking place, the best in Cameron Highlands nightlife is to be found at Brinchang's night market. There is a truly stunning range of souvenirs, clothes and foodstuffs on sale and travelers would be remiss not to try the excellent locally-produced honey that has made this place famous. It is perfectly safe to walk around the market and incidences of crime are very low. For some extra colour added to your Cameron Highlands trip, this place is a must-see.