In Reply to: fireflies posted by marcia on Thursday, 3. February 2005 at 16:13 Bali Time:
Yes, we were told the same thing, Marcia....that if it rained the fire-flies would not come out. Fortunately, for us, there was no rain whatsoever. It was a fantastic experience. The fire-flies were grouped in large numbers and they kept flickering like giant Christmas Trees. We went up really close in a row boat. An absolute must see, Marcia.
Yes, it was the swamp at Selangor. We had arranged a guide who took us there and everywhere else in Malaysia. He is a Chinese Malaysian who runs a small tour company. Speaks fluent English and is very knowlegeable. Completey honest. We knew him from our previous trip to KL. He has a Mercedes and is a very good driver. Knows all the good eating places as well. For me, that's a huge plus ;-)
But, Marcia, you won't find it difficult to arrange a firefly tour. They are very popular. YOU MUST DO THE FIRE-FLY THINGY. It is unique.