'''Port Klang''' (Pelabuhan Kelang or Pelabuhan Klang in Malay) is the principal port in [[Selangor]] state. It also serves as the port for the Klang Valley, [[Malaysia]]'s most developed region where the capital [[Kuala Lumpur]] is located.
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: ''See also the nearby but separate town of [[Klang]].''
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'''Port Klang''' (Malay: ''Pelabuhan Kelang'' or ''Pelabuhan Klang'') is the principal port in [[Selangor]], a state of [[Malaysia]]. It also serves as the port for the [[Klang Valley]], [[Malaysia]]'s most developed region where the capital [[Kuala Lumpur]] is located.
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There is nothing much to bring a traveller to Port Klang except for the ferry link to '''Tanjung Balai''' in the Asahan region of [[Sumatra]], [[Indonesia]]. Like most port cities, Port Klang has a seedy feel to it and most of its buildings and structures are maritime-related, such as warehouses, storage tanks and offices.
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There is nothing much to bring a traveller to Port Klang except for the ferry links to [[Dumai]] and [[Tanjung Balai Asahan]], both in [[Sumatra]], [[Indonesia]] was history. Port Klang and Klang town is very popular as Food Haven for locals and dynamic entreprenuer business. The largest AEON shopping centre in Southeast Asia is operational in 2008 and the largest Wholesale city called '''GM Klang''' is projected to commence its wholesale business for products such as fashion apparels, all kinds of bags, ladies accessories, watches, building materials, electrical and electronic devices and more by the mid of 2009. Like most port cities, Port Klang has a seedy feel to it and most of its buildings and structures are maritime-related, such as warehouses, storage tanks and offices.
In maritime terms, Port Klang actually consists of three distinct ports. The port nearest to Port Klang town is known as the '''South Port'''. There is also a '''North Port''' and the newly developed '''Westport''' located on an island just off the coast of Port Klang.
In maritime terms, Port Klang actually consists of three distinct ports. The port nearest to Port Klang town is known as the '''South Port'''. There is also a '''North Port''' and the newly developed '''Westport''' located on an island just off the coast of Port Klang.
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==Get in==
==Get in==
===By road===
===By road===
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Port Klang lies at the western end of the '''Federal Highway''', the main expressway linking the major centres of the Klang Valley like [[Klang]], [[Shah Alam]], [[Petaling Jaya]] and [[Kuala Lumpur]].
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Port Klang lies at the western end of the '''Federal Highway''', the main expressway linking the major centres of the Klang Valley like [[Klang]], [[Shah Alam]], [[Subang Jaya]], [[Petaling Jaya]] and [[Kuala Lumpur]].
An elevated expressway linking the South Port (and hence Port Klang town) and North Port connects to the '''Shah Alam Expressway''' which then leads to the '''North South Expressway'''.
An elevated expressway linking the South Port (and hence Port Klang town) and North Port connects to the '''Shah Alam Expressway''' which then leads to the '''North South Expressway'''.
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===By bus and taxi===
===By bus and taxi===
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The Port Klang bus and taxi terminal is inconveniently located at a distance away from the port area. One can walk the distance but the heat, noise and pollution may make it an unpleasant experience.
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The Port Klang bus and taxi terminal is inconveniently located about 1km inland from the port area. One can walk the distance but the heat, noise and pollution may make it an unpleasant experience.
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*[http://www.nadicorp.com.my/transportation_routes_stage.asp Transnasional] is the main bus operator. Its No. 710 links Port Klang with Klang and Kuala Lumpur (Pasarama Kota or Klang Bus Stand). There are also frequent buses to Klang and other nearby destinations.
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*'''Transnasional''' and '''Cityliner''' buses [http://www.nadicorp.com.my/transportation_routes_stage.asp], which belong to the same company, are the main buses serving Port Klang. No. 710 links Port Klang with Klang and Kuala Lumpur (Pasarama Kota or Klang Bus Stand) every half hour while No. 126 shuttles between Port Klang and Klang.
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*Other operators, such as '''Wawasan Sutera''' and '''Metrobus''', also operate buses between Kuala Lumpur and Klang.
===By train===
===By train===
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The railway station is located just outside the port area across the road from the ferry terminal.
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The railway station is located just outside the port area across the road from the ferry terminal. [http://www.ktmb.com.my/article.cfm?id=51 '''KTM Komuter'''], Klang Valley's commuter train network, links the station with [[Klang]] (20 minutes) and [[Kuala Lumpur]] (one hour 10 minutes) with trains once every 15 minutes during peak hours, and once every 20 minutes during off-peak hours.
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*[http://www.ktmb.com.my/article.cfm?id=51 KTM Komuter], Klang Valley's commuter train network, links the station with [[Klang]] and [[Kuala Lumpur]] with trains once every 15 minutes during peak hours, and once every 20 minutes during off-peak hours. Journey time to Kuala Lumpur is about one hour.
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===By boat===
===By boat===
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The ferry terminal - with the grand official name South Port Cruise Terminal - is located in the port area where the Federal Highway (which is a two-lane city road at this point) meets the sea.
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The ferry terminal - with the grand official name Passenger Cruise Terminal - is located in the port area where the Federal Highway (which is a two-lane city road at this point) meets the sea.
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*Daily ferries to and from '''Tanjung Balai''' in Asahan, [[Sumatra]]. Operated by '''Aerospeed'''. Tel: +60-3-3165 3073. Please note that Tanjung Balai is NOT a visa-free entry point and travellers need a visa to enter Indonesia via this port.
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There are no domestic ferry services (except for boats to nearby [[#See|Pulau Ketam]]). Ferries leave for [[Dumai]] in [[Riau]] province and [[Tanjung Balai Asahan]] in [[North Sumatra]] province, both on [[Sumatra]], [[Indonesia]].
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*'''Star Cruise''' ships call at the Star Cruise Terminal at Westport.
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*'''To/from [[Dumai]]:''' There are several operators and agents selling tickets at the terminal
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**'''Indomal Express/Malaysia Express''' by Doyan Shipping (Tel: ''+60-3''-3167 1058). Departure times written on signboard at ticket counter, usually about 9am. RM100 one-way. Journey takes just under 3 hours.
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**'''MV Pelita Jaya Express/Sabang Marindo II''' by NKH Ferry Services (Tel: ''+60-3''-3166 0122). Daily departures at 10.30am. RM80/150 one-way/return.
**'''MV Aman Satu''' by Sweeting Trading Sdn Bhd (Tel: ''+60-3''-3165 7501). Daily departures at 11am. RM100/190 one-way/return.
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**'''MV Boeing Sky King/Boeing Sky King II''' by Lautan Mewah Entreprise (Tel: ''+60-3''-3166 0390). Daily departures at 11am. RM100/190 one-wat/return.
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While Dumai is a visa-free entry point, please note that '''Tanjung Balai Asahan is NOT a visa-free entry point''' and travellers need a visa to enter Indonesia via this port.
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Malaysian citizens however do not need a visa for up to 30-day visits even if entering via Tanjung Balai.
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*'''Star Cruise''' ships call at the Star Cruise Terminal at Westport...Costa Cruises use the Star Cruise Terminal.Taxis are available outside the terminal rates are quoted in Ringetts for single and return journeys
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i.e Terminal to Port Klang City 60R rtn SCT to KL including sightseeing 240R SCT to KL 180R SCT to KL airport 90R ( as off 27 Oct2009).A taxi is required to reach the train staion as well.
==Get around==
==Get around==
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==See==
==See==
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'''Pulau Ketam''' (Crab Island) is a mangrove covered island off the coast of Port Klang. The entire village on the island is built on stilts, making it an interesting day trip. '''To get there:''' Take a ferry from the Port Klang ferry terminal. There are about 15 trips a day and the journey takes about 30 minutes. For more information, check the [http://www.pulauketam.com/pulauketam/en/main.html Pulau Ketam website].
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'''Pulau Ketam''' (Crab Island) is a mangrove covered island off the coast of Port Klang. The entire village on the island is built on stilts, making it an interesting day trip. '''How to get there:''' Take a ferry from the Pulau Ketam jetty beside (and not inside) the Passenger Cruise Terminal. There are about 15 trips a day and the journey takes about 30 minutes. It is usually packed during the weekends where people from as far a Kuala Lumpur goes for good seafood dishes. You can also buy a lot of local dried fish and sea delicacies back.
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Getting around Pulau Ketam is fairly easy as there's not much roads around. There's no cars or motobikes but there's a lot of bicycle and electric-powered bicycles. You can also rent one to go around but becareful as the roads can be narrow at times. Be sure to bring an umbrella and sun screen as it can be very hot on the island.
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==Do==
Unless you are here on shipping business, there is not a lot to do in Port Klang except to catch the ferry or to move on to [[Kuala Lumpur]] or other destinations.
Unless you are here on shipping business, there is not a lot to do in Port Klang except to catch the ferry or to move on to [[Kuala Lumpur]] or other destinations.
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Like in many other port cities, Hokkien is widely spoken here.
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==Buy==
==Eat==
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Most locals head out to the '''Bagan Hailam''' area for good and relatively cheap (for the Klang Valley) seafood. Restaurants line the road and most are built on stilts over water.
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Most locals head out to the '''Bagan Hailam''' area for good and relatively cheap (for the Klang Valley) seafood. Restaurants line the road and most are built on stilts over water. Other areas famous for seafood include '''Pandamaran''' and '''Teluk Gong''', both south of Port Klang.
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The town of [[Klang]], 8 km away, is famous for the pork rib soup ''bak kut teh'' and worth a visit if in the vicinity.
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==Sleep==
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Although Port Klang has a few hotels, head to [[Kuala Lumpur]] for better options.
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* '''Crystal Crown Harbor View''', 217 Persiaran Raja Muda Musa +60-3-3165 4422. [http://www.crystalcrown.com.my]Popular business-class hotel (same management as the one in Petaling Jaya).
Port Klang (Malay: Pelabuhan Kelang or Pelabuhan Klang) is the principal port in Selangor, a state of Malaysia. It also serves as the port for the Klang Valley, Malaysia's most developed region where the capital Kuala Lumpur is located.
There is nothing much to bring a traveller to Port Klang except for the ferry links to Dumai and Tanjung Balai Asahan, both in Sumatra, Indonesia was history. Port Klang and Klang town is very popular as Food Haven for locals and dynamic entreprenuer business. The largest AEON shopping centre in Southeast Asia is operational in 2008 and the largest Wholesale city called GM Klang is projected to commence its wholesale business for products such as fashion apparels, all kinds of bags, ladies accessories, watches, building materials, electrical and electronic devices and more by the mid of 2009. Like most port cities, Port Klang has a seedy feel to it and most of its buildings and structures are maritime-related, such as warehouses, storage tanks and offices.
In maritime terms, Port Klang actually consists of three distinct ports. The port nearest to Port Klang town is known as the South Port. There is also a North Port and the newly developed Westport located on an island just off the coast of Port Klang.
An elevated expressway linking the South Port (and hence Port Klang town) and North Port connects to the Shah Alam Expressway which then leads to the North South Expressway.
The Port Klang bus and taxi terminal is inconveniently located about 1km inland from the port area. One can walk the distance but the heat, noise and pollution may make it an unpleasant experience.
Transnasional and Cityliner buses [1], which belong to the same company, are the main buses serving Port Klang. No. 710 links Port Klang with Klang and Kuala Lumpur (Pasarama Kota or Klang Bus Stand) every half hour while No. 126 shuttles between Port Klang and Klang.
Other operators, such as Wawasan Sutera and Metrobus, also operate buses between Kuala Lumpur and Klang.
By train
The railway station is located just outside the port area across the road from the ferry terminal. KTM Komuter, Klang Valley's commuter train network, links the station with Klang (20 minutes) and Kuala Lumpur (one hour 10 minutes) with trains once every 15 minutes during peak hours, and once every 20 minutes during off-peak hours.
By boat
The ferry terminal - with the grand official name Passenger Cruise Terminal - is located in the port area where the Federal Highway (which is a two-lane city road at this point) meets the sea.
To/from Dumai: There are several operators and agents selling tickets at the terminal
Indomal Express/Malaysia Express by Doyan Shipping (Tel: +60-3-3167 1058). Departure times written on signboard at ticket counter, usually about 9am. RM100 one-way. Journey takes just under 3 hours.
MV Pelita Jaya Express/Sabang Marindo II by NKH Ferry Services (Tel: +60-3-3166 0122). Daily departures at 10.30am. RM80/150 one-way/return.
MV Aman Satu by Sweeting Trading Sdn Bhd (Tel: +60-3-3165 7501). Daily departures at 11am. RM100/190 one-way/return.
MV Boeing Sky King/Boeing Sky King II by Lautan Mewah Entreprise (Tel: +60-3-3166 0390). Daily departures at 11am. RM100/190 one-wat/return.
While Dumai is a visa-free entry point, please note that Tanjung Balai Asahan is NOT a visa-free entry point and travellers need a visa to enter Indonesia via this port.
Malaysian citizens however do not need a visa for up to 30-day visits even if entering via Tanjung Balai.
Star Cruise ships call at the Star Cruise Terminal at Westport...Costa Cruises use the Star Cruise Terminal.Taxis are available outside the terminal rates are quoted in Ringetts for single and return journeys
i.e Terminal to Port Klang City 60R rtn SCT to KL including sightseeing 240R SCT to KL 180R SCT to KL airport 90R ( as off 27 Oct2009).A taxi is required to reach the train staion as well.
Get around
Walk to get from the ferry terminal to the railway station and bus and taxi terminal. Port Klang town just beyond the bus and taxi terminal and can also be reached on foot.
See
Pulau Ketam (Crab Island) is a mangrove covered island off the coast of Port Klang. The entire village on the island is built on stilts, making it an interesting day trip. How to get there: Take a ferry from the Pulau Ketam jetty beside (and not inside) the Passenger Cruise Terminal. There are about 15 trips a day and the journey takes about 30 minutes. It is usually packed during the weekends where people from as far a Kuala Lumpur goes for good seafood dishes. You can also buy a lot of local dried fish and sea delicacies back.
Getting around Pulau Ketam is fairly easy as there's not much roads around. There's no cars or motobikes but there's a lot of bicycle and electric-powered bicycles. You can also rent one to go around but becareful as the roads can be narrow at times. Be sure to bring an umbrella and sun screen as it can be very hot on the island.
Do
Unless you are here on shipping business, there is not a lot to do in Port Klang except to catch the ferry or to move on to Kuala Lumpur or other destinations.
Like in many other port cities, Hokkien is widely spoken here.
Buy
Eat
Most locals head out to the Bagan Hailam area for good and relatively cheap (for the Klang Valley) seafood. Restaurants line the road and most are built on stilts over water. Other areas famous for seafood include Pandamaran and Teluk Gong, both south of Port Klang.
The town of Klang, 8 km away, is famous for the pork rib soup bak kut teh and worth a visit if in the vicinity.
Drink
Sleep
Crystal Crown Harbor View, 217 Persiaran Raja Muda Musa +60-3-3165 4422. [2]Popular business-class hotel (same management as the one in Petaling Jaya).
