• Leave the busy city behind for a chance to explore Kuala Lumpur's beautiful countryside
• Step into the wild as you visit a popular ecotourism destination
• Head to the Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island and watch orangutans play
• Learn about the importance of orangutans in our ecosystem and what the center does in order to preserve the species
• Have a leisurely walk and take in the beautiful landscape at Taiping Lake Garden
• All entrance fees are included in the tour price
• Round-trip transfers from your KL hotel are provided
A 35-acre island nestled within the idyllic setting of Bukit Merah Laketown Resort, an eco-friendly 7000-acre freshwater lakeside vacation getaway in Semanggol, Perak – Orang Utan Island is today a global eco-tourism destination.
Get up close and personal with the endangered orangutans cared for on the island. Witness them play in their own habitat and swing from tree to tree
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Entrance
✔ Round-trip ferry ticket (to/from Orang Utan Island)
✔ Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
✔ English-speaking driver
✔ Perak Tong Cave Temple Visit
✔ Hotel pick up & drop off ( 0.5 km in city centre )
✖ Gratuities (optional)
✖ Any donation to temple
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Additional Meals and beverages
Pickup Locations
1. Midaris Hotel by Glex
2. Marhaban Service Suite @ Times Square KL
3. Sky Suites By iHost Global
4. Popular Suites At Times Square
5. Corona Inn
6. BIG M Hotel
7. Dynasty Hotel
8. De Platinum Suite
9. Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur
10. M Palace Hotel
11. MK Inn Hotel
12. Puteri Park Hotel
13. Lantern Hotel
14. D'Or Hotel Bukit Bintang
15. Le Hotel China Town
16. Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur
17. PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur
18. Avenue J Hotel Central Market KL
19. Cormar Suites
20. Times Square Residence At Kuala Lumpur
Additional Info: Arrive at the meet-up location 10 minutes before the scheduled activity time
Private Tour: We will pick up all the travelers from there hotel lobby at Kuala Lumpur City Hotels.
Please contact us, if you are not sure whether your hotel is within our pick-up zone.
Itinerary
1
Kuala Lumpur
7AM: Meet & Greet by our chauffer at Hotel Lobby & driven to the Orang Utan Island in Bukit Merah through north south highway.
Duration: 10 minutes
2
Tapah
Pass by Beautiful scenery of rain forest, mountainous range, oil parm plantation, rubber plantation & the landscape. Stop at the rest area.
3
Ipoh
Ipoh is a city in northwestern of Malaysia. We just drive pass by highway through the many beatifull lime stone hills.
4
The Menora Tunnel is a highway tunnel in Perak. It is an 800-metre tunnel on the North–South Expressway Northern Route.The Menora tunnel was opened officially in 1986. There are two tunnels side by side for each direction and it was drill through the hill.
5
Perak
Perak River is the second longest river in Peninsular Malaysia.
6
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island runs a nursery and research center for orangutans besides the rehabilitation facility.
Orang Utan Island, a 2-hectare rehabilitation and conservation centre where Orang Utans roam freely. A 20-minute boat ride will bring you to the Island that serves as a breeding sanctuary as well as a conservation, research and education centre for the better understanding of this endangered species.
On arrival, board the boat heading to the Orang Utan Island. Step ashore and amaze yourself with the ‘People of the Jungle’ or Orang Utan, an endangered species. Scientifically identified as very smart animals, Orang Utans have one of the longest birth intervals, on an average, once in every 8 years. Enjoy the hour & half at this dedicated rehabilitation sanctuary. Capture lots of photos for your remembrance. Return back to the jetty at mainland.
Duration: 2 hours
7
Take a stroll around the park while the driver arrange transport to the island.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
Taiping Lake Gardens
Have a leisurely walk and take in the beautiful landscape at Taiping Lake Garden
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Sam Poh Tong Temple
Sam Poh Tong Temple is a Chinese temple built within a limestone cave and is the oldest and the main cave temple in Ipoh. The temple was built in a raw limestone cave in the mountains located about 5 km from the city center and follows the Buddhist branch of Mahāyāna Buddhism.
From a steep climb of 246 steps to the cave opening, visitors can view the city of Ipoh and its surroundings. (average physical condition required for steep climb)
Stop by for restroom & lunch on the way back to hotel. (Simple Set Local Lunch)
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
• A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended
• This activity not operating on every Tuesday
• Departure Time Morning 7 AM
• What to Bring -Sunscreen ,Caps or hats , Camera , Sport sandals , Insect repellent , Sunglasses
• What to Wear : Light and comfortable clothing (preferrably dri-fit material) ,Walking shoes , It is recommended to wear closed shoes
