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Orang Utan Island and Penang Tour: Nature and Culture
4.9
52 Ratings
Semanggol
Discover Bukit Merah Orang Utan and Penang City on a private tour. Experience wildlife, culture, and flavors in Malaysia’s ‘Pearl of the Orient.’
Discover Bukit Merah Orang Utan and Penang City on a private tour. Experience wildlife, culture, and flavors in Malaysia’s ‘Pearl of the Orient.’
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation - Embark on an extraordinary conservation adventure to Orang Utan Island in Bukit Merah, a sanctuary devoted to the preservation and study of these remarkable animals. Covering over 15 acres, this island provides a unique chance to observe Orang Utans up close in a semi-wild setting. The protected enclosure…
- Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation - Embark on an extraordinary conservation adventure to Orang Utan Island in Bukit Merah, a sanctuary devoted to the preservation and study of these remarkable animals. Covering over 15 acres, this island provides a unique chance to observe Orang Utans up close in a semi-wild setting. The protected enclosure allows visitors to walk through a tunnel, observing the Orang Utans as they climb, play, and interact in their natural environment. Orang Utan Island is more than just an attraction; it is a crucial initiative aimed at educating the public on the importance of safeguarding endangered species and their habitats. The island is situated on the outskirts, with travel time potentially taking up to 3 hours round trip.
- Chew Jetty - Step back in time at Chew Jetty, the largest and most well-preserved of Penang’s historic clan jetties. As part of the Penang Heritage Trail, this waterfront settlement is constructed on stilts over the water, providing insight into the lives of the Chinese immigrants who settled here over a century ago.
- Street Art in George Town - Immerse yourself in the lively streets of George Town, where art comes to life at every turn. This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its interactive street art, which blends historical scenes with whimsical humor. Created by artists from around the world, including the famous Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic, these murals transform the city into an expansive open-air gallery. George Town’s street art is a testament to the city’s creative spirit and cultural richness.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with nature’s wonders and cultural delights. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants, learn about their conservation efforts, and feel your heart swell with admiration for these incredible beings. Prepare yourself to be enchanted by the rich tapestry of cultures and flavors that await you in Penang,…
Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with nature’s wonders and cultural delights. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants, learn about their conservation efforts, and feel your heart swell with admiration for these incredible beings. Prepare yourself to be enchanted by the rich tapestry of cultures and flavors that await you in Penang, fondly known as the “Pearl of the Orient.” Book your adventure to Orang Utan Island and Penang city tour today, and let the magic of Malaysia unfold before your eyes!
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is a private tour/ activity. Only your group will participate
Location
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation
Jalan Bukit Merah, Bukit Merah Laketown Resort
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(52 Ratings)
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Lisa_g
Feb 26, 2026
I had the most amazing... - I had the most amazing day. Fetched from my hotel I met with Chrys. Very friendly person who was professional and efficient the whole day and she made this experience extra special.
The Orangutan Sanctuary is gorgeous. The boat across and the beautiful location adds to the wonderful experience of seeing these creatures. Chrys brought along some food which made the close up encounter even more special.
Chrys enhanced the day with local information and knowledge and we visited the Chew Jetty and sites in Georgetown on our return.
I cannot recommend the trip or Chrys highly enough. 😀
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Melissa_t
Jan 28, 2026
Helpful guide - The water levels were to low for us to go to the island but we had a great day at the zoo instead. Wasn'tvwhat we had hoped for but things happen and our guide did a great job amd took lots of pictures for us as well.
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Avril_l
Jan 23, 2026
A Great Trip - Our guide was Peggy and she was punctual, friendly, professional and a safe driver. She organised everything on our behalf and even had prepared a bag of food and drink for the Orangutans so we could enjoy feeding them. She knew the names of the Orangutans and shared knowledge about each one of them. We really enjoyed the experience. Following this Peggy drove us to Chew jetty where we spent time looking around. Once again Peggy was very knowledgable about the people who lived and worked there and shared this interesting information with us. We finished the trip looking at the amazing paintings on the walls in Penang City. Overall we really enjoyed this trip.
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Donna_f
Jan 14, 2026
The best day out. - Such an enjoyable day. Our guide was such a passionate caring ranger who had worked for 16 years with the orangutans. We were not rushed at all. Had plenty of time to watch and listen about the different species
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Adam_l
Jan 10, 2026
excellent tour! - Our guide Ernest was excellent, very informative and accommodating of our needs. He went the extra mile and gave us a tour of Georgetown even though it was not part of the itinerary. I would not hesitate to recommend Ernest for a tour!
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788angelac788
Jan 8, 2026
Amazing tour to see orangutan - This really was the best trip we have ever done. Leslie was an amazing guide and he was full of such amazing information. He was also a great photographer as well and took some great photos of us. He took us to a love street vendor for a hot lunch of rice noodles and prawns and then the best samosas we've ever tried. Seeing orangutan up close and being able to throw food to them was great and something to just didn't expect. We'd have to say a huge thank you to Leslie once again for being such a caring guide.
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Bryony_m
Jan 8, 2026
Orang Utan Island - Wonderful day to see these amazing creatures. An unforgettable experience and lovely to see them in such natural surroundings. The conservation project is looking after them so well and you can tell that they are so invested in doing everything they can to rehabilitate them and if possible returning them to the wild
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352mindym
Jan 7, 2026
A fantastic experience, highly recommend! - Our family of 4 and another family of 3 went together on this group tour, everyone had a great time. We have been on tours in many countries and to many places, but our guide Jackie was one of the best if not the best I've encountered. He was super responsible and communicated well in advance of our tour started to make sure we get the most personalized experience possible. He and the other tour guide know how to get the Orang Utans to come out even though it was hot, the kids had a great experience. Jackie also took us to one of the local Hawker centers, the food was so authentic, all of us non-locals enjoyed ourselves, the hawker center had big fans going strong, was very cool during a hot day. We had a special request for a type of fruit that none of us has had before and I missed it from the food tour the day before. Jackie went out of his way and found this fruit that was out of season for me (wow!). He really made sure we had the best experience possible. He introduced the local culture to us, where to go and where not to go during our ride in his very comfortable van. He went much longer than the duration we signed up for just so everyone gets their wishes granted. We are all so grateful for his generosity of time. You can't go wrong signing up for this tour, if you can, request Jackie, you won't regret!
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Sherylscott2
Jan 3, 2026
Highly recommend visiting... - Highly recommend visiting with an experienced guide like Jackie: He knew all the animals, brought fruit for us to feed them so all the orangutan’s came as close as possible to catch the fruit.
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Ray_m
Dec 28, 2025
A must do in Penang - This tour was exceptional… Leslie kept me informed of what time and where to meet at the port …then went to orangutans …a tick of my bucket list … and back into Georgetown … taking time along the way to try the local fruits and delicacy’s.. a full day and well worth it …. So glad I did this trip and Leslie definitely made the tour special
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