Raub, Pahang Travel Guide

City City in Pahang with natural attractions

A former gold-mining district, Raub sits among plantations and river valleys. Travelers visit for durian stalls, jungle trails, old mining ruins and as a quieter alternative en route to Cameron Highlands.

Costs

About $35-70 per day

Reasonable prices; fruit season pushes costs slightly up.

Safety

Generally safe for visitors

Quiet town with low crime; standard Malaysian caution advised.

Best Time

February to May (dry, fruit season)

Dry months ease access to plantations and hikes.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

7:23 AM

GMT+8

Weather

71°F

Fog

Population

40,024

Infrastructure & Convenience

Rural transport links, small buses, limited tourist infrastructure; car is easiest.

Popularity

Attracts domestic fruit lovers and countryside visitors rather than foreigners.

Known For

durian orchards (Musang King area), historic gold mining, rural plantations, Malay villages, fruit markets, waterfalls, scenic countryside, small-town culinary stops

Raub is a long-established gold-mining district and is widely known for its extensive durian orchards, including Musang King varieties.

Why Visit Raub, Pahang? #

Raub is known for its long history of gold mining and for orchards that produce some of the region’s most sought-after durians, making fruit markets a major draw. Rustic town streets and Chinese-Malay shops preserve a slow-paced charm, while nearby Gunung Benom offers ridge-top hiking and river valleys. Food-lovers come for durian tasting and roadside rambutan stands; those interested in rural industry can explore old mine sites and plantation landscapes that define the district.

Best Things to Do in Raub, Pahang

All Attractions ›

Genting Highlands

Hill resort with casinos, theme parks, and cable car

Mountain

Mount Semangkok

Selangor hill on Titiwangsa Range with forest trails

Mountain

Raub, Pahang Bucket List

Don't Miss

Fraser's Hill - Explore Fraser's Hill for cool climate walks, birdwatching, and colonial architecture.
Raub Lake Park - Stroll Raub Lake Park's peaceful trails, lakefront benches, and local vendor stalls.
Raub durian orchards - Visit Raub durian orchards to sample Musang King and chat with farmers.

Hidden Gems

Lata Berembun waterfall - Hike to Lata Berembun waterfall for shaded pools and forested picnic spots.
Raub Australian Gold Mine site - See remnants of the Raub Australian Gold Mine to understand the area's mining heritage.
Raub pasar malam (night market) - Browse Raub's pasar malam for fresh produce, local snacks, and evening atmosphere.

Day Trips

Cameron Highlands - Drive to Cameron Highlands for tea plantations, strawberry farms, and cool mountain trails.
Taman Negara National Park - Take a trip to Taman Negara national park for canopy walks and rainforest hikes.

Best Time to Visit Raub, Pahang #

Raub is most pleasant in the drier months (March-September) when plantations and trails are accessible. The wet season (October-March) brings heavy rains that can hinder rural travel.

Wet Season

October - March · 21-30°C (70-86°F)

Frequent heavy showers; countryside looks lush but expect muddy trails, occasional flash floods and travel delays on rural roads.

Drier Season

March - September · 22-33°C (72-91°F)

Best time for jungle walks, river spots and rubber or fruit plantation visits; humid but far less rain than monsoon months.

Inter-monsoon

April & October · 22-31°C (72-88°F)

Short, intense storms alternate with bright windows; plan flexible outdoor activities and pack a light rain jacket and waterproof shoes.

Best Time to Visit Raub, Pahang #

Climate

Raub, Pahang's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2391 mm/year), wettest in November.

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryDecemberFebruary

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

15°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

165 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

11.8h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 31°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

146 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

185 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (238 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

238 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (218 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

218 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

141 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

21° – 32°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

128 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

21° – 32°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

154 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 31°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

199 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (271 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

271 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (302 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

302 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

244 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

How to Get to Raub, Pahang

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Raub, Pahang #

Raub’s town centre is walkable for short errands, but a car or motorcycle makes getting to plantations and roadside stalls easier. Local buses serve nearby towns; ride-hailing services like Grab operate intermittently depending on demand. Motorbikes and taxis handle most short trips-always check estimated fares on apps or agree a price in advance for metered taxis.

Where to Stay in Raub, Pahang #

Budget

Town Centre - MYR30-80/night

Basic guesthouses and simple inns near the town centre; expect modest, clean rooms and limited English. Very few formal budget hostels listed locally.

Mid-Range

Near Jalan Besar / Raub Interchange - MYR100-180/night

Small local hotels and family-run inns offer comfortable rooms and basic amenities. Options are limited; service is personalised but facilities are simple.

Luxury

No true luxury district nearby - expect travel to larger towns

There are virtually no full-service luxury hotels in Raub; travellers seeking high-end accommodation should look to Bentong or Kuala Lumpur instead.

Where to Eat in Raub, Pahang #

Local Food

Raub's culinary scene centers on famously sweet durian, Malay home-cooked dishes, bustling wet markets and roadside stalls selling kuih and grilled snacks.

Pasar Besar Raub - Large market for produce and cooked stalls.
Raub durian stalls - Seasonal sellers around town and countryside.
Medan Selera Raub - Open-air food court with Malay favourites.

Street Food & Markets

Wet markets and roadside hawkers are central in Raub, offering fresh produce, grilled snacks and seasonal durian during harvest months.

Pasar Malam Raub - Evening market with varied street-food stalls.
Roadside snack stalls - Grilled skewers, fried snacks and sweets.
Local kuih vendors - Traditional Malay cakes and sweet bites.

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Raub, Pahang's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Burger

Chicken

Chinese

Malaysian

Pizza

Nightlife in Raub, Pahang #

Nightlife in Raub is modest: evening activity centres on food stalls, coffee shops and small pubs rather than late-night clubs. Locals enjoy casual gatherings at eateries after sundown. If you want bars with more live music or a club scene, larger cities nearby are the best option.

Shopping in Raub, Pahang #

Raub is known for fresh fruit stalls and seasonal produce-durian being a local highlight during season-sold along the main roads and at the market. Small shops stock everyday goods and local snacks. For specialty purchases or bigger shopping centres, plan a trip to larger Pahang towns or Kuala Lumpur.