Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Mah Meri Cultural Village or as the locals call it as Kampung Orang Asli is a village located in Carey Islands, Selangor. The village was also turned into an educational site as well as a tourism attraction for visitors to learn more about the Mah Meri subgroup. The Mah Meri people is a unique tribe of people who are living along the coast of south Selangor, from Pelek River up to Carey Islands. The Mah Meri subgroup is also one of the 18 Orang Asli groups named by the Malaysian government.
Here in Mah Meri Cultural Village, you will also get to meet some actual Mah Meri people who still lives there. The Mah Meri people, meaning jungle people in their language is famous for their woodcarving skills and also expressive masks worn during rituals to represent their ancestral spirits. There is also a museum where tourists can find more information on the unique and interesting myths, traditions, local legends and artwork displays related to the Mah Meri tribe.
Apart from that, a visit to Mah Meri Cultural Village will also let you see an actual traditional handicraft making process. The villagers there will demonstrate how they weave an origami used to decorate houses or according to Mah Meri belief, they are used to please the spirits. There are also dance performances by the villagers in which tourists can join in and experience a little bit of the cultural entertainment!
Here in Mah Meri Cultural Village, you will also get to meet some actual Mah Meri people who still lives there. The Mah Meri people, meaning jungle people in their language is famous for their woodcarving skills and also expressive masks worn during rituals to represent their ancestral spirits. There is also a museum where tourists can find more information on the unique and interesting myths, traditions, local legends and artwork displays related to the Mah Meri tribe.
Apart from that, a visit to Mah Meri Cultural Village will also let you see an actual traditional handicraft making process. The villagers there will demonstrate how they weave an origami used to decorate houses or according to Mah Meri belief, they are used to please the spirits. There are also dance performances by the villagers in which tourists can join in and experience a little bit of the cultural entertainment!
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
There are plenty of things to do here in Mah Meri Cultural Village. Being a cultural learning centre, there are regular workshops where tourist gets to experience making handicrafts like masks, leaf origami, timber sculpting and many more. For dining, try traditional cuisine at the restaurant where local food like ketupat being served with chicken or fish along with other delicacies. Besides that, traditional ceremonies like marital rituals will also be demonstrated there.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
If you are a fan of handmade, wooden carved art pieces, you can actually order these wood carvings at the Mah Meri Cultural Village centre or else, there are also other pretty handmade items such as woven baskets and mats or small handicrafts like bookmarks and masks which are beautifully crafted by the villagers.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Most affordable option is to drive to Pulau Carey or Carey Islands yourself which is about a 40 minutes drive from Port Klang in Selangor. If you do not want to drive, there are also tour packages available with the minimum of 2 people which includes transportation transfer from your place of stay. Enquire an arrangement with the admin. Besides that, one can also choose to hire a return ride by taxi from Klang to Carey Islands which will cost from RM 100.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- On weekdays, Mah Meri Cultural Village only accepts visitors who made prior booking arrangements. If you wish to visit here from Monday to Friday, it is best to call and book an appointment before making a trip there as the villagers might not always be around.
- Mah Meri Cultural Village opens from 10am - 6pm on the weekends. They are also open on some festive seasons or public holidays.
- If you are going for a guided tour or interested to arrange a group tour, enquire more about the tour packages offered here.
- Besides exploring the different cultures of the Mah Meri group at Mah Meri Cultural Village, you can also rent rickety bikes which cost RM15 per hour to better explore other activities on the island like watching the sunset, visiting a shrine and so on.
- For students, bring your Student ID to get a discounted price for Student Package at RM 65 per pax to explore a fuller experience at Mah Meri Village.
- The Mah Meri Village also welcomes researchers and you can explore a full guided tour by taking one of the many types of packages offered here such as the Full Package tour at RM 85 or the Premium Package tour from RM 120 - RM 150 per pax.
- It is best to check out their websites for full rates and details for your booking as well as to plan your budget.
- Entrance fee to visit Mah Meri Cultural Village on weekends and public holidays is priced at RM 10 per child / senior citizen, RM 20 per adult (local) and RM 30 per adult (foreigner).
With plenty of cultural learning facilities, you can also tour Mah Meri Cultural Village to learn about the distinctive cultures and subgroups in Selangor.
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am to 10:00 am |
Contact
Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Bumbun 42960 Pulau Carey, Kuala Langat Selangor, Malaysia.
With plenty of cultural learning facilities, you can also tour Mah Meri Cultural Village to learn about the distinctive cultures and subgroups in Selangor.
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am to 10:00 am |
Contact
Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Bumbun 42960 Pulau Carey, Kuala Langat Selangor, Malaysia.
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Mah Meri Cultural Village or as the locals call it as Kampung Orang Asli is a village located in Carey Islands, Selangor. The village was also turned into an educational site as well as a tourism attraction for visitors to learn more about the Mah Meri subgroup. The Mah Meri people is a unique tribe of people who are living along the coast of south Selangor, from Pelek River up to Carey Islands. The Mah Meri subgroup is also one of the 18 Orang Asli groups named by the Malaysian government.
Here in Mah Meri Cultural Village, you will also get to meet some actual Mah Meri people who still lives there. The Mah Meri people, meaning jungle people in their language is famous for their woodcarving skills and also expressive masks worn during rituals to represent their ancestral spirits. There is also a museum where tourists can find more information on the unique and interesting myths, traditions, local legends and artwork displays related to the Mah Meri tribe.
Apart from that, a visit to Mah Meri Cultural Village will also let you see an actual traditional handicraft making process. The villagers there will demonstrate how they weave an origami used to decorate houses or according to Mah Meri belief, they are used to please the spirits. There are also dance performances by the villagers in which tourists can join in and experience a little bit of the cultural entertainment!
Here in Mah Meri Cultural Village, you will also get to meet some actual Mah Meri people who still lives there. The Mah Meri people, meaning jungle people in their language is famous for their woodcarving skills and also expressive masks worn during rituals to represent their ancestral spirits. There is also a museum where tourists can find more information on the unique and interesting myths, traditions, local legends and artwork displays related to the Mah Meri tribe.
Apart from that, a visit to Mah Meri Cultural Village will also let you see an actual traditional handicraft making process. The villagers there will demonstrate how they weave an origami used to decorate houses or according to Mah Meri belief, they are used to please the spirits. There are also dance performances by the villagers in which tourists can join in and experience a little bit of the cultural entertainment!
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
There are plenty of things to do here in Mah Meri Cultural Village. Being a cultural learning centre, there are regular workshops where tourist gets to experience making handicrafts like masks, leaf origami, timber sculpting and many more. For dining, try traditional cuisine at the restaurant where local food like ketupat being served with chicken or fish along with other delicacies. Besides that, traditional ceremonies like marital rituals will also be demonstrated there.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
If you are a fan of handmade, wooden carved art pieces, you can actually order these wood carvings at the Mah Meri Cultural Village centre or else, there are also other pretty handmade items such as woven baskets and mats or small handicrafts like bookmarks and masks which are beautifully crafted by the villagers.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Most affordable option is to drive to Pulau Carey or Carey Islands yourself which is about a 40 minutes drive from Port Klang in Selangor. If you do not want to drive, there are also tour packages available with the minimum of 2 people which includes transportation transfer from your place of stay. Enquire an arrangement with the admin. Besides that, one can also choose to hire a return ride by taxi from Klang to Carey Islands which will cost from RM 100.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- On weekdays, Mah Meri Cultural Village only accepts visitors who made prior booking arrangements. If you wish to visit here from Monday to Friday, it is best to call and book an appointment before making a trip there as the villagers might not always be around.
- Mah Meri Cultural Village opens from 10am - 6pm on the weekends. They are also open on some festive seasons or public holidays.
- If you are going for a guided tour or interested to arrange a group tour, enquire more about the tour packages offered here.
- Besides exploring the different cultures of the Mah Meri group at Mah Meri Cultural Village, you can also rent rickety bikes which cost RM15 per hour to better explore other activities on the island like watching the sunset, visiting a shrine and so on.
- For students, bring your Student ID to get a discounted price for Student Package at RM 65 per pax to explore a fuller experience at Mah Meri Village.
- The Mah Meri Village also welcomes researchers and you can explore a full guided tour by taking one of the many types of packages offered here such as the Full Package tour at RM 85 or the Premium Package tour from RM 120 - RM 150 per pax.
- It is best to check out their websites for full rates and details for your booking as well as to plan your budget.
- Entrance fee to visit Mah Meri Cultural Village on weekends and public holidays is priced at RM 10 per child / senior citizen, RM 20 per adult (local) and RM 30 per adult (foreigner).
