TRAVEL MALAYSIA: Top Tourist Destinations in Penang - Part II (Nature and Outdoors)
Continuing with Part II of Top Tourist Destinations in Penang..
Although the TRAVEL MALAYSIA series is mostly an off-the-beaten-track guide, we know many people are still interested in knowing what the best tourist spots are and how to find them. @tifaong and @orangila have put together a two-part guide for you to easily navigate your way around the most popular of what Penang has to offer!
Authors: @tifaong and @orangila
Bao Sheng Durian Farm
Category: Retreat
Brief Description: A durian farm located in Balik Pulau hill where you can eat unlimited durians, drink unlimited coconuts and stay in a cozy villa. The place is built in the middle of the forest so you’ll get to immerse yourself in the midst of nature and soak up the sounds of water and tree leaves.
Address: 150 MK 2 Sungai Pinang, Balik Pulau, Penang, Malaysia
Suggested Duration: 2 days 1 night
Remark: This is a durian and coconut buffet. Once you’ve checked in, the staff will start to open up durians for you to eat until meal time. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner is local Penang food. Best time to go is June - August, as this is durian season. Be sure to check their Facebook page for durian season announcements.
Waze Location: https://waze.com/ul/hw0zq8x9f4
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/5VBrxckWtqR2
References: Official Site: http://durian.com.my/https://www.facebook.com/Bao-Sheng-Durian-Farm-105926146165576/
Penang Botanical Garden
Category: Nature & Wildlife
Brief Description: Also known as Waterfall Gardens, Penang Botanical Garden is a public park situated on Jalan Air Terjun in Georgetown. The garden is covered with lush-tropical rainforest. You will enjoy the tranquility and lush-greenery here. It also houses many collections of plants and animals.
Address: Jalan Air Terjun, George Town
Suggested Duration: 3 hours
Remark: Often traffic jams during peak hours (early morning and late evening). Plenty of available parking but during the peak hours, you may need to park up to 1km away.
Waze Location: https://waze.com/ul/hw0zqfjv2y
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/Z7Q8YRKR9AP2
References: Official Website - http://botanicalgardens.penang.gov.my/index.php/en
Entopia
Category: Nature & Wildlife
Brief Description: Comprised of The Natureland, the Living Outdoor Garden, and The Cocoon, the indoor discovery centre is a place where insects and butterflies roam around freely. Be amazed by over 150 species of fauna and 200 species of flora within the Entopia exhibition.
Address: 830 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang
Suggested Duration: 3 hours
Remark: Be sure to bring extra batteries and memory cards for your camera. The sanctuary is hot and humid (much warmer than outdoor temperature). Important to dress comfortably especially when outdoor temperature is high (above 35C).
Waze Location: https://waze.com/ul/hw0zqbrwr4
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/6YdSAuEaY7A2
References: Official website - http://www.entopia.com
The Habitat - Penang Hill
Category: Nature & Wildlife
Brief Description: The Habitat on Penang Hill is the place to visit for the most complete, exciting and educational Malaysian rainforest experience. Being closer to nature brings you closer to your family and we can’t think of a better place for you to connect with nature.
Location: Penang Hill
Suggested Duration: Half day
Remark: Best way to travel by funicular train. Penang Hill is not easily accessible by most modes of public transport, so best to plan your trip accordingly.
Waze Location: https://waze.com/ul/hw0zqceucq
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/N2WMZvBiVkH2
References: Official website - http://thehabitat.my/home/
Escape Theme Park
Category: Outdoor & Adventure
Brief Description: ESCAPE is the award-winning No.1 Theme Park in Malaysia offering exciting rides and games built in a natural environment. It is designed for a people of all ages, suitable for kids and adults.
Address: 828 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang
Suggested Duration: Half day or full day
Remark: The official website has very thorough details about the attraction, you may wish to spend some time to go over the details.
Waze Location: https://waze.com/ul/hw0zr02n30
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/NFqFrefBJuo
References: Official website - http://www.escape.m
This is part of a series of features about Malaysia written mainly by the Malaysian community. Expect hidden gems, local flavours, off-the-beaten-track experiences and much more. Consider this steemit's first independent guide to Malaysia!
This initiative will help the local talent (the writers) and aims to inspire and inform you about this wondrous place and hopefully tempt you to journey there! The authors of these posts will benefit from most of the SBD earned here.
A very beautiful and fun trip, I like it if there is time please help her
You've been upvoted by TeamMalaysia community. Do checkout other posts made by other TeamMalaysia authors at http://steemit.com/created/teammalaysia
To support the growth of TeamMalaysia Follow our upvotes by using steemauto.com and follow trail of @myach
Vote TeamMalaysia witness bitrocker2020 using this link vote for witness
amazing photogrraphy dear @yasminep hope you had a great time.
Photos are not mine, they are as referenced :-)