Langkawi is home to over 200 species of birds, of which about one third are migrants. These migrants winter are here between the months of November and April. The most suitable hours to observe birds at the equator are either early mornings or early evenings when they are most active. This half day tour is spread over two sessions. Suitable for both the serious birder and the birding enthusiast. The itinerary is flexible and can be modified depending on your target birds.
Price
- MYR/RM 250 per adult
- Child (not available) – this tour is not recommended for children
Details
- Available: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Time: 7.30am – 11.30 and 3.30pm – 7.30pm
- Duration: 4 hours per session
- Attire: Tee Shirts, shorts, walking shoes, hat and good sun protection avoid bright colored clothes
- Numbers: Minimum 2 persons, maximum 8 persons
- Fitness level: Very easy.
- Inclusive of: Return Transfers, bird guide, bird list, binoculars, field scope and bottle drinking water
The organisation conducting this tour, subscribe to the Birdlife International Guidelines for Best Practices on Bird Tourism for this tour, thus no feeding activity.
Itinerary
- 7.30am-11.30am: Depart from hotel and begin the tour. Starts with observing rainforest birds. The second point is to the mangrove’s forest and ends with paddy field birds.
- 3.30pm-7.30 pm: Depart from hotel and begin the tour. Start this session with a short drive to a local village pond. We then drive to the highest peak in Langkawi.
What’s included:
- Return Transfers
- English-Speaking Nature Guide
- Insurance Coverage
- Bottle water
- Binocular to use (we advise to bring your own)
What’s not included:
- Any Items Not Mentioned
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
A short drive takes us to the fishing village where after a short safety brief we get into our kayaks and paddle up the Kubang Badak River. We will kayak along the mangroves forest and enjoy the birdlife and wildlife here. We stop our paddle at a floating station up the river and then take another short walk to begin a 400 meter very easy hike through the mangrove forest to Pinang Cave, the remains of ancient sea cave formed by waves. We end this adventure at Jemuruk Island to have relaxing swim. Upon returning to the jetty, we then travel to a nearby local house for some homemade prepared lunch and refreshments.
Price
- MYR/RM 200 per adult
- MYR/RM 150 per child
- MYR/RM 250 per adult (with transfers)
- MYR/RM 200 per child (with transfers)
- A minimum of one (1) adult is required to be eligible for child ticket prices
Details
- Available: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Time: 09.30am – 01.00pm
- Duration: 1.5hours kayaking, 30 minutes lunch, 15 minutes trekking, 30 minutes swimming
- Attire: Swimming costume recommended under day wear. Comfortable shoes for hiking, hat, towel and change of clothes.
- Numbers: Minimum 2 persons
- Child Age: 5-12 Years Old
- Fitness level: Average
- Inclusive of: English-Speaking Nature Guide, sit on top explorer kayak with oar and life jackets will be provided, lunch at local family house and bottle drinking water.
Itinerary
- 09.30am: Meet up at location, briefing and preparation
- 09.40am: Kayaking start. Make a stop at Pinang Cave, Charcoal Kiln, Jemuruk Island
- 12.30pm: Return to the Jetty, drive to a local house for Lunch
- 01.00pm: Tour end
