Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara (Recommended hotel: Mutiara Resort)

Taman Negara National Park - Depart at 7am for Taman Negara, stopping at the iconic Batu Caves along the way. Climb 272 steps to reach the temple dedicated to a Hindu deity, celebrated during festivals. Ladies should cover their knees and shoulders. Taman Negara is a 130-million-year-old tropical rainforest, home to tigers, elephants, tapirs, 14,000 flowering plants, 300 bird species, and indigenous communities. Upon arrival at Kuala Tahan, trek to a viewpoint for a stunning view of Gunung Tahan. Take a boat for rapid shooting to an indigenous village, where the women are shy and the men “run” away, only to return with their hunting tools. Observe fire-making and blowpipe demonstrations, and participate in these activities. The rainforest serves as their supermarket. Continue trekking to enchanting rainforest waterfalls for a refreshing dip, a perfect stress reliever. Check into the hotel. Enjoy some leisure time.

At 8pm, join a Nature Guide for a Night Jungle walk to spot slow lorises, snakes, scorpions, spiders, owls, and more. Watch nocturnal animals visit their salt lick.

Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands (Recommended hotel: Cameron Resort)

Cameron Highlands - Depart at 7am for Cameron Highlands, a hill resort with expansive tea plantations, farms, and indigenous villages. Enjoy tea at an elevated café while admiring the rolling green hills. Capture plenty of photos! Visit the Vegetable Market to see the variety of vegetables, fruits, and flowers grown in the Camerons. Also, explore the Cactus Gardens and pick fresh strawberries at the Strawberry Farm. Check into the hotel. Enjoy some leisure time.

Cameron Highlands - Penang Island (Recommended hotel: Golden Sands Resort)

Penang Island - Depart at 8am for Penang, a popular tourist destination. Visit Fort Cornwallis, the Clan Jetty, the Sleeping Buddha, and drive through Georgetown, a UNESCO Heritage city and Little India. Batu Feringghi is a vibrant beachfront in Penang, featuring luxurious hotels, numerous restaurants, water sports, and night markets. You will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of the tour.

Penang has an international airport, allowing you to arrange your next destination easily.

• Cool dip at Rainforest Waterfalls
• Fire making and blowpipe demonstration by Natives
• English speaking Guide
• Night Jungle Walk
• Experienced Taman Negara Guide and forestry boat

• Hotel - Please see recommendations
• Meals - You will be guided to reasonably priced restaurants
• Alcohol

Overview

This tour explores an ancient tropical rainforest home to endangered tigers, elephants, tapirs, and a hill resort featuring expansive tea plantations, farmlands, and scattered indigenous colonies. Penang offers an international airport, allowing for convenient travel arrangements to your next destination.

Highlights:

• Taman Negara: Experience jungle trekking, rapid shooting, a night jungle walk, and a visit to an ethnic Aborigine village by boat. The rainforest serves as their supermarket. Enjoy fire-making and blowpipe demonstrations by the natives.
• Cameron Highlands: Discover tea plantations, a strawberry farm, and Kea Farm.
• Penang Island: Visit Clan Jetty, Fort Cornwallis, and the Sleeping Buddha. Batu Feringghi is the vibrant beachfront on Penang Island, offering water sports, dining options, and luxury hotels.

^ Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide and a Taman Negara Nature Guide who resides in Taman Negara. Remember to bring insect repellent, a torchlight with extra batteries, and track shoes.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum age is 18 years

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.