A Sweet Sepang Secret: A Guide to HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm
HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm is a tranquil sanctuary that will fully immerse you in what it’s like to be a dragon fruit farmer—with the added fun! With tons of fun things to do, beautiful views to witness and things to learn, a place like this should be on your itinerary in Selangor.
To make sure that everything goes smoothly during your trip, we’ve created a complete guide that will make you want to get whisked into this ecological farm. From where to stay, eat and what to do, here’s everything you need to know:
Best Time to Go
The best time to visit HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm is during the harvesting season, which luckily is all year round!
There are some seasons, however, that are considered “peak” compared to other months, which is why they encourage you to schedule a visit through their website. This way, visitors can know when the best harvest dates are.
As far as the weather is concerned, it would be wise to book your visit during the dry season, which runs from June to August. However, keep in mind that there are still chances of rainfall throughout these months.
Meanwhile, the shoulder season (January, February, September and October) sees moderate rain while providing pleasant weather.
Things to Know
Currency: Malaysian Ringgit
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Language: Malay, English
Calling Code: +60
Address: Lot 7608, Jalan Besar, Batu Satu, 43900 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia
Contact details: +60 11-3528 7687
Operating hours: Daily except on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Entrance fee: RM10
How to Get There
Trains: The closest train station to the farm is Seremban. From there, you have to ride a taxi to Bandar Enstek and transfer to another cab going to the farm.
Bus: If you want to save money, you can ride the Rapid KL bus. However, this can only take you to Banting Bus Terminal and from there, you have to take a taxi going to the farm.
Taxi/Grab: You can also take a taxi if you’re looking for a more convenient and comfortable trip. There are taxis everywhere in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor but if you’re having trouble hailing one, you can book a ride through Grab instead.
Car rental: We recommend renting a car if you want to be more in control of your trip. You can easily take the New Klang Valley Expressway and exit at Banting/Teluk Panglima Garang.
From there, you can follow the signs heading to Sepang International Airport where you’ll find the route going to Jalan Banting-Port Dickson. Continue along this road until you reach the farm!
Plus, there are more than ample parking spaces on the farm itself and it’s free for all guests!
Where to Stay
Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort
Address: 67 Jalan Pantai Bagan Lalang, Kg Bagan Lalang, Bagan Lalang, 43950 Sungai Pelek, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 3-3182 3600
Pricing: $$$
Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort isn’t just a great hotel, but it’s also one of the best retreat spots in Selangor. It’s a 5-star beachfront resort, so you’ll get to enjoy lavish and premium rooms, amenities and facilities while basking in immaculate beach vibes—such a perfect combination!
Speaking of rooms, the ones featured here are built on stilts so you’ll get to stay above the water 24/7 just like in the Maldives! Plus, it’s worth noting that the sea is quite breathtaking as well, featuring beautiful cerulean waters and bustling marine life.
d’Sora Boutique Business Hotel
Address: 39, Jalan Metro Sendayan 1/2, Bandar Sri Sendayan, 71950 Siliau, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Phone: +60 6-781 8800
Pricing: $-$$
If you aren’t looking to overspend on your accommodation but still want to stay in high-quality rooms, d’Sora Boutique Business Hotel will be right up your alley. This 3-star hotel features spacious rooms that come with AC, flat-screen TVs, amazing en-suite bathrooms and more.
The facilities here aren’t too shabby as well, as it comes with two outdoor pools that come with exercise tools. Aside from that, it also features a high-end buffet restaurant that serves amazing local breakfast—the perfect way to start the day!
Tune Hotel KLIA Aeropolis, Airport Hotel
Address: Low Cost Carrier Terminal, Lot PT 29, Jalan Klia S4, Aeropolis, 64000 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 3-8787 2759
Pricing: $-$$
If you’re coming in from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, one of the best hotels is Tune Hotel KLIA Aeropolis. Aside from being right next to the airport, it’s also a short drive away from HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm, so win-win!
The rooms here aren’t too bad as well, as they’re complete with all the necessities you need for a comfy stay like AC, hot water, Wi-Fi and more. They even offer free shuttle services for their guests, which is pretty neat!
Aside from that, they also offer premium facilities like a TV lounge, a restaurant and even a prayer room.
Where to Eat
Cheng Kee Seafood Restaurant
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Address: 1416, Jalan Sungai Pelek, Kampung Baharu Sungai Pelek, 43950 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 11-2306 6880
Pricing: $
When you don’t know where to eat, it’s always a safe bet to check out the various seafood joints in the state—case in point, Cheng Kee Seafood Restaurant. This place offers delicious and fresh seafood that doesn’t break the bank—what more could you ask for?
As much as possible, we recommend visiting this restaurant on weekdays, as it’s super famous with locals and tourists alike. If you do get a chance to get a table, you’d want to order their oh chien (fried oyster omelette), as it’s super flavourful and great for sharing!
Chop Tai Ngan Coffee Shop
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Address: Pekan Sepang, Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 3-3142 1188
Pricing: $
Chop Tai Ngan Coffee Shop is a great stopover in the morning before you head to the dragon fruit eco farm. It’s a no-frills breakfast spot that serves simple yet delicious dishes like toast and eggs, roti bakar and of course, Malaysia’s national dish, nasi lemak.
Also, if you haven’t got your daily dose of caffeine yet, this is the best place to get your favourite cup of joe! This way, you’ll have enough energy to do the farming-related stuff you’ll do on the eco farm.
Restoran Sepang
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Address: No 2396, Jalan kampung baru, 43900 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: +60 16-326 9006
Pricing: $
Restoran Sepang is a great spot to visit if you’re looking to treat yourself to some cheap but high-quality grub. This humble eatery serves famous delicacies like tom yum soup, clay pot braised pork, and fresh seafood like crab and squid—all of which are worth trying.
If you want our advice, we recommend going for the roasted duck, especially if you’re coming with friends or family since it has a large serving size.
You can also end your meal on a sweet note by ordering their soft and fluffy pandan cake—yum!
What to Do in HL Dragon Fruit Eco Farm
Take memorable photos
Something that this farm has over other ones in the area is its collection of beautiful sceneries and other photo-worthy attractions. For instance, it features your typical farm scenery, which consists of the different dragon fruit trees.
Meanwhile, there’s also a gigantic dragon fruit sculpture that you can’t miss in the middle of the farm, which by the way, holds the world record for being the largest statue of this fruit. A trip to this farm without a photo by this massive statue isn’t complete so be sure to strike a pose!
Pluck some dragon fruits
It wouldn’t be a complete experience on the farm without plucking some freshly ripe dragon fruits! This is why we recommend researching the best harvest season of the year beforehand so that you can pick the plumpest and juiciest dragon fruits in the field.
This activity is relatively easy enough, as you’ll be guided by the farmers on the field and you’ll be given the right tools. The only thing you need here is a pair of pruning shears and you’re golden—just be sure to catch the fruit so it doesn’t hit the ground.
Experience planting
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Since you’re going to pluck some dragon fruits while you’re here, it’s only right to replace them with newly planted ones! Here, you’re going to get some dirt on your hands and see what it’s like to plant these seeds before they blossom into the beautiful fruits you know and love.
It beats any other kind of souvenir out there, as it will give you some learnings that you’ll get to bring with you forever—pretty neat, right?
Take a guided tour
To make sure that you explore every nook and cranny of this farm, we recommend taking a guided tour. If you’re unaware of where to go, the farm may look like a vibrant maze of dragon fruit plants, but with a guide, you can enjoy an experience for the senses!
You can visit the different-coloured dragon fruit plants and be fascinated with their exotic looks or experience the pollination of the flowers first-hand. Regardless of where your tour takes you, however, we have a feeling that you’ll have a fun and memorable time!
Try tasty dragon fruit-based dishes at HL Restaurant & Cafe
Address: Lot 7608, Sepang, Malaysia
Phone: +60 11-5357 7687
You can’t leave the farm without stopping by restaurant and cafe and sampling its delicious dragon fruit-based dishes! The selection of dishes on their menu will seem weird at first, as you wouldn’t think that the fruit would fit in with the other ingredients, but you’ll be surprised!
One of the perfect examples of this is the dragon fruit nasi lemak where the fruit is incorporated into the fragrant rice, giving it a bright pink colour. The biggest highlight from their menu, however, is the dragon fruit bun, which is this gigantic pink bread that pairs perfectly with curry chicken!
If you want to cool off, you can also check out their dragon breath smoothie, where you’ll uncontrollably spew smoke out of your nose after consumption.
Apps to Download
Travel Malaysia: A pocket travel guide to Malaysia
Maps.me: Offline map of the world
XE Currency App: Real-time currency exchange rate app
Grab: Ride-hailing app of Southeast Asia
Google Translate: word translation with offline capabilities
CatchThatBus: Bus ticket booking app