Bako National Park

Bako National Park

Sarawak's oldest national park - Bako National Park is located in Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, in East Malaysia. It covers the tip of the Muara Tebas peninsula at the mouth of Kuching Rivers and Bako.

Bako National Park is gazette in the year of 1957. Being the oldest national park in Sarawak, it is quite surprised to be one of the smallest national parks in Sarawak. This amazing national park has been featured in the popular reality show naming the
The Amazing Race Asia 1 as the final pit stop. One of the definite features of Bako National Park is the rugged rocky headland along with steep cliffs where visitors can overlook the South China Sea there. The scenery in the park is mesmerizing with many spectacular species of flora and fauna.
Various kinds of plants and vegetations such as beach vegetation and cliff vegetation can be seen around. Besides, one of the famous fauna in the park is the proboscis monkeys or Dutchman.
There are of course, other wildlife that are to be seen around in the park including Borneo bearded pigs, monitor lizards, mouse deers, snakes and etc. The national park acts as a home to over 150 species of birds too.

There are many treks and trails that you can choose from to be included in your list of activities in the Bako National Park. All trails possess different names and lengths and so it is not a difficult task to select the trail that best fit you.
For accommodation in the park, there are two types of Forest Lodge where it is suitable for 2-3 persons and there is a Forest Hostel that provides for 4 persons. The best way to stay a night or two in the park is none other than camping. There is a camping site there but camping equipments are not provided, thus, remember to bring your own if you decided to camp down there.
 
Getting There
From Kuching, take Petra Jaya Bus No. 6 or any ordinary mini buses to Kampung Bako (Bako Village). Then, charter a boat to reach Bako National Park. The boat ride will take an estimated time of 35 minutes.
 

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Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park

Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a veritable secret paradise where butterflies actually dance nonchalantly in clumps of fern amidst scented beautiful flowers and flowering vines.

From the words of the internationally renowned programme- Discovery Channel, in an interview and broadcasted to over 200 million viewers worldwide, it says “of all the butterfly parks in the world, none can compare with this one”.

This is the largest butterfly garden in the world spanning over 80,000 sq ft of landscaped garden with over 5,000 live butterflies, exotic plants, butterfly-host plants and ferns. Other attractions are Japanese Koi fish, fresh water turtles, live insects and a museum with a large collection of butterflies and insects from around the world.

Contact Information

Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park
Jalan Cenderasari
Taman Tasik Perdana
50480 Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Getting There
Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is situated within Perdana Botanical Garden area and its main entrance is along Jalan Cenderasari. As it is within the city limits of Kuala Lumpur, the park is well connected and easily accessible by road.

By Bus
Take the RapidKL bus numbers B101 or B112. Alight at the Dayabumi Complex and walk towards Masjid Negara. From there it is a short walk to the park.

By KTM Komuter
Stop at the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and walk towards Masjid Negara. The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is located right behind the Masjid Negara.

By Taxi
The simplest way is by taxi. You can alight at the main entrance.

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Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Located in the serene and scenic Perdana Botanical Garden (formally known as Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens), it is only 10 minutes drive away from the city centre of Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is the home to more than 3,000 birds of approximately 200 species of local and foreign birds.

Sprawling approximately 20.9 acres of verdant valley terrain, the park is divided into 4 zones; Zone 1 and 2 make up the free-flight zone; Zone 3 is the Hornbill Park and Zone 4 is where the birds are placed in separate cages and mini aviaries.

One of Kuala Lumpur Bird Park's most extraordinary feature is that in Zone 1, 2 and 3, birds are let free in the aviary which closely resembles their natural habitat.

With this free-flight concept, birds are able to breed naturally in this unique environment. Visitors will have an exciting experience of watching colourful and melodic birds perching and winging about freely while relaxing in a natural and beautifully landscaped surrounding.
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is also reputed to be the largest walk-in free-flight aviary in the world.
Contact Information
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
920 Jalan Cenderawasih
Taman Tasik Perdana
50480 Kuala Lumpur


Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Getting There
KL Hop-On-Hop-Off Double Decker Tour Bus Service, disembark at Station No. 15 in front of Kuala Lumpur Bird Park main entrance. Buses available at every 30 to 45 minutes interval.

By KTM Commuter Train, disembark at the KTM Old Railway Kuala Lumpur Station located near the National Mosque

Public taxis, advisable to look for taxis that uses the coupon or meter system.

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Snake and Reptile Farm

Snake and Reptile Farm

The Snake and Reptile Farm in Perlis is the only Snake Farm ever built in Malaysia. The farm is the major tourist attraction not only in Perlis, but the entire country, Malaysia.
The main objective of the establishment of the Snake and Reptile Farm is to aid in the research in the production of anti - venom for local consumption by the Institute of Medical Research in Malaysia.
It was established with a showcase of about 200 snakes of 34 different species from Malaysia and also the other parts of the world including King Cobra and python. Out of the 34 species, there are a total of 10 species that is poisonous. Reptiles that are to be seen lying around in the farm are crocodiles, monitor lizards and iguanas.
The farm can be divided into two major parts, one with open air enclosures and a closed exhibit. For those brave hearted persons, you can have a picture or two with safe snakes coiling on your arm or shoulder under the assistance of the handlers and professionals in the farm.
Getting There
The research facility and exhibition, 12 acres Snake and Reptile Farm of Perlis is surrounded by the Bukit Bintang Forest Reserve. It is located at Sungai Batu Pahat, in Perlis. It is around 10 km away north of the state capital, Kangar on Route R11.
Take the Transnational bus to get to Kangar if you are coming from the other states in Malaysia. The bus will stop at Express Bus Station on Jalan Bukit Lagi in Kangar. Then, take a cab to the Snake and Reptile Farm. The ride by the cab takes up around 15 minutes. You can drive to the destination too.
From Kangar, follow the signage to Sungai Batu Pahat and you will reach the farm in no time. 

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Sri Menanti Royal Museum

Sri Menanti Royal Museum

Sri Menanti Royal Museum is among the must visit destination in Kuala Pilah. It served as a palace for the Royal family of Negeri Seremban and is located in the Royal town of Negeri Seremban, just off Seremban. It is black in colour, intricate with beautiful flowers motif.
This 5 stories wooden palace is built with wooden pegs, using no nails or screws. It has 99 solids timber pillars, standing 65 feet tall and furnished with matching furniture and bed chambers. Other royal belonging like costumes and documents of the royal of linage is also available.

Other nearby attractions includes the Malaysian first ostrich farm, Jelita Ostrich Farm and Jeram Toi Waterfalls.
These places are packed with visitors especially during weekends and school holidays.

Contact Information

Address: Seri Menanti, 71550 Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
Entrance Fee: Free
Opening Hours: 10.00 am - 6.00 pm (Daily)
 
Getting There
There really isn't much choice when it comes to transportation in Kuala Pilah. You can either drive there or take a cab from Seremban. Driving from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Pilah will take about 1.5 hour and the Seri Menanti Museum is just 50 km past Seremban.

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