Category: Beyond the Green Isle

The road to the east coast of Peninsula Malaysia always feels like a slow unspooling of the city—glass towers giving way to oil palms, then to kampung houses, and finally to that wide, wind-swept coast where the land ends and the sea begins. By the time we reached Mersing,...

Nestled in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve in Sabah, Malaysia, the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) is a great way to experience the forest, from its towering trees to the cheeky wildlife that call it home. The crown jewel of RDC has to be the canopy walkway. Stretching 620 metres and...

The Kinabatangan River in Sabah, Malaysia, is famed as one of the best places in Borneo to experience wildlife up close. The highlight of any visit is the series of boat rides along the river and its narrow tributaries, where travellers can hope to encounter the sought-after Borneo Big...

Taman Negara isn’t just a national park—it’s a time capsule of wilderness, clocking in at around 130 million years old. Here, ancient trees stretch skyward, rivers cut lazily through the jungle, and hornbills flap past like prehistoric relics with wings. Between the leeches, the laughter, and the occasional surprise...

Tucked in the hills of Hulu Langat, Sungai Congkak Recreational Forest is a refreshing mix of rivers, rainforest, and rich birdlife. Just 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur, it’s a favourite getaway for nature lovers seeking cool streams, shady trails, and the chance to spot everything from colourful kingfishers to...

Kasai Rinkai Park feels like two worlds stitched together. On one side: lawns, families, cyclists, a sea aquarium, and a giant Ferris wheel. On the other: reed beds, tidal flats, and a seaside park, where migratory birds conduct their seasonal business. For birdwatchers like us, the highlight is the...

Tokyo is a city that hums, buzzes, glows. But just beyond its electric pulse lies a quieter rhythm. Situated at the edge of Tokyo Bay is Funabashi Sanbanze Seaside Park, where a vast stretch of tidal flats seems to stretch into infinity. At low tide, the sea retreats dramatically,...

Poring Hot Springs is a popular tourist destination in Sabah, Malaysia, located within the Kinabalu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the go-to spot for those seeking a dip in nature’s own hot tub. These sulphur-rich springs are famous for their magical healing powers – or...

Tucked away near Kota Tinggi in Johor, Malaysia, Panti Bird Sanctuary is a lowland forest haven bursting with birdlife. With over 300 species recorded—including pittas, hornbills, and the elusive Rail-babbler—it’s a magnet for birdwatchers far and wide. Add in the thrill of leeches, macaques, and the occasional downpour, and...

Kinabalu Park, located in the Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo, is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is a haven of biodiversity and inspiring landscapes. The park is located within 90 km from Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah. Most folks come here to...