Being located in the southern Selangor, Sekinchan is a well-known fishing village and one of the major suppliers of rice in Malaysia. Due to its sea of rice and beautiful scenery, many tourists are attracted to this village, thus, become one of the tourist spots during weekend and holidays.
Must-visit attractions in Sekinchan
1. Paddy field
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If there is one thing that would describe Sekinchan, it is definitely having a vast paddy field. Each year, there are two harvest seasons, the first time during May-June and the second is in November-December. If you visit Sekinchan in the middle of May to June and in the middle of November to December, you can see the golden yellow to the yellow paddy field. On the other hand, from the beginning to mid of March and beginning to mid of September, you can see the green to the whole green color of the paddy field. Surely you can not help it but take some photos of it when you see this lovely scenery.
2. Rice plant
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One of the best thing that you can benefit from visiting Sekinchan is you can have an in-depth understanding of the whole process of planting rice. Learn from the experts as they explain everything.
Location: Cap Asas Sekinchan Trade Market Lot No. 9990, Jalan Tali Air 5, Ban 2, 45400 Sekinchan
Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm
3. South Temple
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South Temple gives a picture-perfect paddy field view. So if you like to have brighter and Instagram-worthy photos of the rice field, don’t hesitate to come over here.
Location: Site A, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor, Malaysia
4. Wishing Tree
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Wishing tree is the famous tree in Sekinchan wherein some people specifically come here just to make a wish. A person who wants to make a wish will first pray to Datuk temple and after having his/her name and desire written on a red paper, s/he will then go outside and throw the red paper to the Wishing Tree. It is believed that when the paper you threw on the tree hung, it means that your wish would come true.
5. Redang beach
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Did you know that the Hong Kong drama Outbound Love was shooted in Redang beach? Yep, and this beach is just across Wishing Tree. So if you happen to wish there, don’t miss to cross over here and unwind!
6. Sekinchan mural
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Murals cannot be only seen in Penang and Ipoh, even Sekinchan has an awesome one. These four mural paintings represent the farm life in the place.
Location: Jalan Radin, 45400 Sekinchan
7. Bagan fishing village
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Experience and enjoy the simplicity of Bagan which serves as the main fishing village in Sekinchan. If you want to experience a deep-sense of Kampung style, this spot would not disappoint you.
Location: 45400 Kampong Sekinchan, Selangor, Malaysia
8. SKC 3D Art Gallery
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Be overwhelmed by the “Rainbow bridge” that you can see in the distance and let the 3D paintings take your breath away. Aside from these, this spot also provides a panoramic view!
Location: Lot 10423, Jalan Parit 5, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor
Hours: Fri, Sat and Sun, 9:30am – 7:30pm
Contact: 010-3239666
9. La Familia Orchard
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Another thing that you can experience in Sekinchan aside from the production of rice is a fruit of course. La Familia Orchard is open to the city offers experience regarding fruit harvest. During the month of August to September is the harvest season, wherein you can taste the sweetness of freshly picked fruits!
Location: Jalan Parit 6, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor
Hours: Sat-Sun, Public Holidays, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contact: +6012-663 2961 / +6012-268 1068
Must-go-to restaurants in Sekinchan
1. Restoran Ka Lok
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Like to eat steamed fish head? Go over to Restoran Ka Lok and try out their signature dishes like a shackled perfect match for the homemade onion. The good thing here, is they are using fresh seafood. Yum!
Location: 372, SiteB, Lorong 6, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor
Hours: 6:30am – 3:00pm
Contact: 012-6867137
2. Restoran Riri Fatt
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Don’t know what to have at breakfast? Need not bother, Restoran Riri Fatt will make your day right by serving their popular glutinous rice and chicken rice which is steamed soft.
Location: 45-B, Jalan Besar, Sekinchan, Selangor
Hours: 6:45am – 5:00pm; Closed on Thursdays
3. Restoran Jiann Chyi
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Craving for seafood? Step inside Restoran Jiann Chyi and have a plate of their sumptuous seafood meal. Shark meal is the flagship of this restaurant, serving shark porridge and fried shark meat.
Location: 156, Jalan Bagan Sekinchan, Sekinchan, Kuala Selangor, 45400
Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Contact: 03-32414690
4. Kedai Makan Heong Kee
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Sekinchan residents have a different taste bud for they love trotters with a head. Compared to pork trotters, seafood trotters is sweeter. Another steamed dish is the one with lime juice, this will surely give a different taste in your buds.
Location: 31, Jalan Menteri, Sekinchan, Kuala Selangor, 45400
Hours: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Contact: 012-3655887
5. 米樂坊 – Pearl Rice Garden
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Have you heard of a dessert made of rice? Well, Sekinchan has this, brown rice stuffed with tofu and Hong Kong style glutinous rice dessert. What a very nutritious food!
Location: Lot 9990, Jalan Tali Air 5, Ban 2, Sekinchan, Kuala Selangor, 45400
Contact: 016-2056558
6. Sekinchan Lala Jian
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Though you are still a few blocks away to Sekinchan Lala Jiann, the aroma of the fried Lala is already welcoming you! Don’t miss to try this delicious delight!
Location: 124 & 125, Jalan Melor, Taman Sri Sekinchan, Kuala Lumpur Selangor, 45400
Hours: 6:00pm – 12:00am; Closed on Wednesdays
Contact: 012-3134133
7. Out-cuisine
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A Japanese restaurant located next to Master Sin temple. Though Sekinchan is just a small town, you can still enjoy a five-star Japanese restaurant which is very rare in Sekinchan.
Location: 118, Lorong 4, Jalan Bagan Sekinchan, Sekinchan, Kuala Selangor 45400
Hours: Mon-Fri, 6:00pm – 11:00pm; Sat-Sun, 12:00pm – 3:00pm, 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Contact: 011-10969829
8. Restoran Guan Hwat
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Another restaurant that you can pig out at – Restoran Guan Hwat.
Location: Lot 2942 Jalan Bagan, Sekinchan, Kuala Selangor
Hours: 7:30am – 2:00pm
Contact: 012-2928986
Must-go-to places for souvenirs in Sekinchan
1. Ah Ma’s House
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One of the best souvenir to take home is Ah Ma’s House chicken cake. Aside from this, you can also buy a different kind of traditional biscuits and snacks.
Location: Lot 10376, Jalan Tali Air 5, Kampong Sekinchan, 45400 Selangor
Hours: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Contact: 019-3783300
2. Mimi Fishball
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Sekinchan has a fish processing factory where you can visit and buy fresh fish, fishballs and so on.
Location: A70, Bagan Lorong 3, Kampong Sekinchan, 45400 Selangor
Contact: 016-4366420
3. Seafood
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If you are looking for a worthy souvenir to be given to your loved ones and friends, freshest seafood would be a great idea. Sekinchan provides fresh seafood. Hurry now and buy some!
4. Andy Mango Park
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Do you have a friend or loved ones that love mangos? Oh, head to Andy Mango Park and buy oversized and sweet mangos! Surely these would really make a perfect souvenir!
Location: No. 248, Lorong 4, Site A, Sekinchan, 45400 Selangor
Hours: Sat-Sun, 7:00am – 7:00pm; Weekdays, need reservation
Contact: 019-3039406 / 019-6059575
BnB in Sekinchan
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Padi Box is another cargo container transformed into a B & B and cafes, providing a colorful and attractive place where you can stay and relax.
Location: Lot 11126, Jalan Tali Air 4, Sekinchan 45400
Contact No.: 019-3205688
2. Farm Ville Cafe & Homestay
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Farm Ville has the same concept with Padi Box. It is also a container converted into hostels. Visitors can experience new and unique accommodation.
Location: Lot 11304, Kampung Site B Tambahan, Jalan Tepi Sawah, Sekinchan 45400
Contact No.: 017-2068666
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Feel like a prince or a princess at this fairy-tale-like hotel that is so adorable not to love! Each room has different designs, and all of them are so beautiful and comfy!
Location: No. 6, Jalan SP1, 45400 Sekinchan, Selangor
Contact No.: 03-32415555 / 03-32417777
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This chic place is personally designed by the owner and has a homey feel. You can enjoy your vacation and relax!
Location: No.1, Jalan Ria, Sekinchan Business Centre,45400 Sekinchan Selangor
Kampong Sekinchang, Selangor, Malaysia
Contact No.: 03-32412315 /019-2195135 /019-2722315
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