Overview
The Tropical Spice Garden is an 8-acre hillside garden along the coastal road between Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang, cultivating over 500 species of tropical flora including spices, herbs, and ornamental plants.
Highlights
- Spice Walk: A self-guided or guided trail through themed zones—spices, essential oils, palms, bamboo.
- Cooking Classes: Daily classes teach visitors to prepare Malay, Nyonya, and Indian dishes.
- Garden Café: An on-site café overlooking the gardens serves dishes with garden-fresh ingredients.
History
Created by Australian horticulturist Dan Brouwer, the garden opened in 2003 on a former rubber estate.
Visitor Tips
- Cooking class: Book the morning session; classes sell out in peak season.
- Bug spray: The hillside garden is lush and humid; insect repellent is advisable.
- Duration: 1–1.5 hours (garden only); add 2 hours for a cooking class.