Just half an hour from the urban thrum of Kuala Lumpur lies a sanctuary that feels worlds away. Tiarasa Escapes, set within the cool foothills of Janda Baik, reimagines glamping as an experience of soulful luxury.
Here, the comfort of refined villas meets the hush of a seven-acre natural haven. The combination of towering trees, calming streams and surrounding hills frames a picture of serenity rarely found so close to the capital.
A Glamping Playground in the Heart of Nature
Spread across a gently contoured landscape shaped by award-winning designers WHZ Environmental Design, the resort is a masterclass in thoughtful integration with nature. A crystalline brook cuts through the property, its rocky pools attracting glittering butterflies and dragonflies. Rare birds flash between branches, adding gentle colour to the forest’s soft chorus.
Rather than impose on the land, Tiarasa Escapes rises gently from it. Its recycled wood structures and protected water sources setting the tone for a stay defined by sustainability and serene, understated luxury.
Luxury Under Canvas
Tiarasa’s 20 safari-styled tented villas are where glamour truly meets the great outdoors. Each tent offers king-sized luxury, plush bedding, en-suite bathrooms and a curated interior aesthetic that blends Iban Pua Kumbu textiles with handpicked artefacts. The design speaks to a sense of worldly adventure, refined, warm and infused with cultural character.
For guests seeking elevated seclusion, the five treetop villas are a triumph of rustic romance. Suspended above the forest floor, they offer wraparound verandahs, artisanal tribal furnishings and hammocks swaying gently in the breeze. It’s the childhood dream of living in a treehouse, distilled into sophisticated adult comfort.
A Resort Born from Storytelling and Wonder
Behind Tiarasa Escapes lies a narrative of nostalgia and imagination. Inspired by childhood memories spent outdoors and a transformative stay in a Berber tent in Morocco, founder Tiara Jacquelina dreamt of creating a place where families could collect memories carved from nature —stargazing, river picnics, campfire evenings and laughter drifting across open skies. This sense of whimsy remains at the resort’s heart, infusing every corner with an unhurried, soulful charm.
Adventure, Wellness and the Art of Slow Living
Days at Tiarasa Escapes unfold at a deliciously unforced pace. Morning and evening nature walks are guided by knowledgeable rangers who help guests spot everything from crimson-winged woodpeckers to elusive falconets. Riverside picnics along the Enderong River offer a picture-perfect pause, carefully arranged to suit each guest.
For in seek of adventure there are jungle treks, ATV rides and river tubing nearby. At dusk, a ceremonial lighting of the grand bonfire on the amphitheatre lawn gathers guests together — a glowing, communal moment that captures the magic of glamping at its best.
A Rare Reprieve Near the City
Tiarasa Escapes is, in every sense, a true retreat: a breath of cool mountain air for Kuala Lumpur’s weary. It can serve equally as a romantic hideaway for couples or an enchanting playground for families.
Its seamless blend of luxury, storytelling and thoughtful design creates an escape that lingers long after the campfire embers fade. It is a reminder of why nature provides the perfect setting for relaxation, adventure and connection — and best of all, it is just a short drive from the city.
