Sekinchan is a small town in Selangor which is famous for its paddy-growing activities. If you’re planning a day trip to Sekinchan, read up on this article for 9 exciting attractions. We guarantee an awesome day trip!
- 8am: Take pretty OOTDs at Padi Box.
If you are in Sekinchan, we guess you would want to wake up with a view of paddy fields in the morning, right? Why not stay at Sekinchan Padi Box which is in the middle of a paddy field? The scenery is really beautiful because you can see the green paddy sprouting and relax your eyes. It’s also very scenic especially when the sun rises and sets.
The special feature of this Padi Box, apart from being in the middle of rice fields, is the design of this accommodation itself. It uses a container that has been modified into a guest house. Take pretty OOTDS in green rice fields coupled with the colors of this Padi Box.
Address: Jalan Tali Air 4, Kampung Parit Empat, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: +6019-320 5688
- 9am: Snap unforgettable pictures at Sky Mirror (Sasaran Beach).
Many people don’t know that there’s a place in Sekinchan that is really awesome for taking pictures, you may feel as if you’re abroad! Sky Mirror is a beach that’s a popular photo spot when the tide recedes. You can see your outline in the shallow waters. If you take a picture, your outline is so clear it creates a mirror image of yourself! This place is very unique and that’s why it is a tourist attraction.
You can’t come in here as you please. You have to pay for a tour guide who will take you to this beach safely. This phenomenon doesn’t happen all the time, there are only certain times you can go and enjoy this. If you go at the wrong time, it may be high tide and you won’t be able to experience this sky mirror.
Address: Jalan Sultan Mahmud, 45000 Kuala Selangor, Selangor.
Contact: +6010-509 1007
- 11am: Ride a bike through Lemon Myrtle Plantations.
Myrtle tea plantations are usually found in Australia, but now it’s also found in Malaysia. If you make a visit here, you can enjoy the view of the green farm and it’s even suitable for taking memorable pictures. This myrtle tea plantation is located next to a green paddy field, so you can also take pictures against the beautiful scenery. If you’re active, grab a bike and ride through the plantations.
In addition, there are several hammocks for visitors to relax in. You can also buy products produced by the Mrytle tea farm at the sales stalls provided such as hand soap, bath soap, Myrtle tea, fresh lemon tea water and many more.
A fee of RM3 will be charged for adult visitors and RM1 for 7 years and under. This tea farm is only open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 9am to 5pm.
Address: 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: +603-7734 6764
- 12pm: Have lunch at N16 Bus Cafe.
Even with a simple name, N16 Bus Cafe is one of the places to eat that attracts many people.This cafe is in a bus, yes, a bus! This bus has been converted into a cafe that serves a variety of dishes. This cafe became viral because of its uniqueness of being in a double-decker bus and its location in the middle of paddy fields.
Among the dishes prepared here is Chicken Chop served with pasta. Other pastas are also available such as carbonara and aglio olio. If you like Korean fried chicken, they have it too. The desserts here are also no less great with a variety of cakes. But the most special thing here is their drinks. They produce their own collection of teas and coffees that come in glass bottles. There are 5 self-brewed drinks namely Honey Citron Tea, Honey Lemon Pea Flower, Rosemary Green Tea, Iced White Coffee and Iced Black Coffee.
Address: Jalan Tali Air 4 Sekinchan, 45400 Tanjong Karang, Selangor.
Contact: +6012-809 2216
- 1pm: Learn more about rice at the Paddy Gallery.
It’s not possible if there are paddy fields but no rice mills. There is also a rice factory in Sekinchan that tourists can visit. You can see how paddy is processed to become rice. It’s also quite interesting because many people must be wondering how rice is produced. You can also see old items used to obtain rice from paddy and you can take pictures here.
In addition, they sell the products produced. All the rice for purchase comes directly from the factory. The Sekinchan People’s Rice Factory (Paddy Gallery) owned by PLS Marketing is one of the factories that can be visited.
Address: Lot No, Ban 2, 9990, Jalan Tali Air 5, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: +6016-215 7028
- 2pm: Meditate at Nan Tian Gong.
Both of Sekinchan’s main industries, namely fishing and agriculture, are highly dependent on weather factors. Therefore, you will see many Chinese temples and churches where locals go to pray for good weather, calm seas and lush crops.
The most famous Chinese temple in Sekinchan is the Nan Tian Gong Temple (Nine Emperors God Temple), which was built in 1984. You can go up to the second floor to see the beautiful view of the rice fields.
Address: Lorong Tiga, Site A Kampung Kian Sit, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: N/A
- 3pm: Get childhood souvenirs at Ah Ma House.
Ah Ma House (meaning Grandma’s House) is a unique tourist attraction in Sekinchan. It displays household appliances from the past such as old clocks, kerosene lamps and rotary telephones. Millennials may recognize most of the items, but Gen Z may feel strange and puzzled.
In addition to displaying antiques, Ah Ma House also sells traditional biscuits and snacks that will surely bring back your childhood memories.
Address: Lot 10376, Jalan Tali Air 5, Pekan Sekinchan, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: +6014-230 5753
- 4pm: Learn more about electrical appliances & shop at Khind Galleria.
Khind-Mistral Industries Ltd is a local electrical and electronic goods manufacturing company. Established in 1961, this company is well known for its high quality and durable products. At Khind Galleria, you can see an exhibition of products produced by the company from the first day of its establishment until today. Open from 9 am to 5 pm. Admission is free.
Address: No. 2, Jalan Perusahaan 2, Off Jalan Bernam, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: +603-3241 1991
- 6pm: Have a seafood dinner & enjoy the sunset at Sekinchan Fishing Village.
The main fishing village there is Bagan, which is located along the river southwest of Sekinchan town. The busiest time is in the morning, when the fishermen are getting ready to go out to sea, or in the evening when the fishermen are returning with their catch. At other times, the village is quite quiet.
In Bagan, you will find many seafood restaurants as well as seafood products that you can buy to take home. There is also a boat making factory that can be visited to see how boats are built and restored.
Address: 156, Jln Bagan, Bagan Sekinchan, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor.
Contact: N/A
Written By Kartini Kannan
