JungleWalla Full Day Penang Mainland Birdwatching

Name: JungleWalla Full Day Penang Mainland Birdwatching
Brand: Viator
Price: 152.71 USD
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8 hoursEnglishBook 2 days aheadPenang, Malaysia

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Explore the Avian Treasures of Mainland Penang

Discover the hidden birding hotspots beyond the island. This specialized tour is designed by renowned naturalist Irshad Mobarak and led by our expert guides, focusing on the rare freshwater swamp habitats of Air Hitam Dalam and the vital coastline of Teluk Air Tawar.

Key Highlights:

Feathered Jewels: Spot rare species like the Mangrove Pitta, Ruddy Kingfisher, and the vibrant Black-and-Red Broadbill in their sanctuary.

Important Bird Area (IBA): Visit the Teluk Air Tawar – Kuala Muda coast, a world-class site where thousands of migratory waders find refuge during winter.

Nocturnal Wonders: One of the best locations to observe elusive owls and nightjars in their natural environment.

Expert Guidance: Our naturalist guides, trained under Irshad Mobarak’s mentorship, provide deep ecological insights and help you tick off your checklist.

Perfect for dedicated birders and nature lovers seeking the best wader sites in Malaysia.

Included

Bird Guide
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Accommodation
Meals are not included in this tour. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.
Personal expenses and gratuities

What you'll do

Air Hitam Dalam Educational Forest – Walk on a wooden path through a quiet swamp
forest and look for beautiful birds like the Mangrove Pitta, Ruddy Kingfisher, and Black-and-Red Broadbill. You might also spot night birds like owls and nightjars. Permatang Pauh Paddy Fields & Teluk Air Tawar Coast – Then, we’ll head to the rice fields and beach area where many migratory birds stop during the winter. This is one of the best places in Malaysia to see wading birds like herons, sandpipers, and even rare birds like the Lesser Adjutant.

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

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Start your birdwatching adventure with an early morning pickup from your hotel on Penang Island. Pickup is also available from Penang International Airport and Georgetown Cruise Terminal (Kompleks P.P.C, Persiaran King Edward, Pulau Pinang, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia).

This experience requires manual confirmation—after you complete your booking, we will contact you directly to confirm the pickup details.

This experience requires manual confirmation—once you complete your booking, we will contact you directly to confirm the pickup details.

Meeting points3

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Meeting
OYO 90007 G-14
G-14, Taman Terbilang, Near Tesco Bagan Ajam, Butterworth, Malaysia
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Meeting
Penang Intl Airport
Penang, Malaysia
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Meeting
OYO 90895 Hotel Ikia
2802, Jalan Chain Ferry, Butterworth, Seberang Perai Utara, Butterworth, Malaysia
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End point

End

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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