Category: Peninsula Malaysia

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,...

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...

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...

After having heard much about Langkawi and its diverse wildlife ranging from waterbirds in the marshlands and mangroves to forest-dwelling species, we decided to make a holiday out of a visit to the island situated 30 km off the mainland coast of northwestern Malaysia. Approximately 900 km away from...

Having heard so much about Sungai Balang and seen many pictures of the wonderful birds that live here, we decided to stop by during our drive back to Singapore from Genting Highlands. As the Sungai Balang rice fields is a sanctuary for migratory birds, the best time for bird...

Bukit Tinggi, also known as Berjaya Hills, is a stone’s throw away from Genting Highlands and a convenient spot to visit if staying up on Genting like we did. Situated at an elevation of 800 m, the weather on Bukit Tinggi is cool enough for a pleasant stroll at...

Cameron Highlands is a popular holiday destination, not just for its cool weather but also for the abundant nature and sightseeing activities. With its many tea plantations, strawberry farms, waterfalls, mossy forests, and hiking trails, it is the perfect setting for a relaxing retreat. So when we couldn’t bear...

Fraser's Hill is known to be one of the best birding locations in Peninsula Malaysia. Home to more than 250 species of birds and famed for its cool climate and rustic environment, it is no wonder that birders flock there to see some of the pretty montane birds that...