Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

The Cameron Highlands of Malaysia are absolutely stunning. Everything is photogenic here from the rolling hills of the tea plantations, to the Orang Asli villages dotted around the rain forest. Once again a chance to do some decent trekking and meet local people.

Through a Child’s Eyes – Matt Preston

Protective Sister – Matt Preston

Village Sports – Matt Preston

Happy – Matt Preston

Children are always the first to appear when tourists come to their village. They play outside most of the day anyway but they’re easily the most curious of the villagers and usual greet you with an inquisitive look that is great to photograph. If you can get them to smile and laugh you’ve really made a connection. My only regret is not being able to spend longer at the villages as I loved spending time with the people there. A life so removed from my own western lifestyle.

Anyone for Tea? – Matt Preston

The tea plantations shimmer in the sunshine. they seem to go on forever. A perfectly pruned hedgerow as far as the eye can see.

Mossy Forest Wonderland – Matt Preston

Pitcher Plant – Matt Preston

The Mossy Forest, while i expected it to be quite mossy, is VERY mossy! High up on the slopes of the mountains, thousands of gallons of water pass through the thick trees as clouds slide up and over the peak. Due drops hang on everything helping the moss to grow everywhere. The ground is a soft cushion of leaves. It’s eerily quiet and utterly beautiful. Like a scene from Lord of The Rings.

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