Top Penang Nature and Wildlife Tours

Escape to the countryside of Penang without the risk of getting lost on the way out of George Town on this action-packed half-day cycling tour. Your guide leads you down lesser-explored paths and through rural areas and villages that only the locals know about. Cycling is a much better choice than walking, as you are able to see so much more!

Even if you have only a short time in Penang, soak up the key sights in just half a day on this action-packed door-to-door tour. Ride the funicular to the peak of Penang Hill; explore the streets of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site; watch pewter craftsmen; taste white coffee; and check off religious monuments from Kek Lok Si Temple to Wat Chaiyamangkalaram and Dhammikarama Burmese Temple.

Explore one of only two remaining virgin forest areas on the island of Penang during this 5-hour nature walk excursion at The Habitat Penang Hill. Take a stroll along the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) nature trail through this ecotourism park, marveling at the habitat’s unique range of plants and animals. An included lunch at a British colonial-style restaurant and great island views add to the experience.

Gain entry to one of Malaysia’s largest butterfly farms without the hassle of wrangling cash or waiting in line when you prebook this online ticket to Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm. Encounter more than 15,000 free-flying creatures amid more than 200 species of plants in The Natureland, then learn all about butterflies, bugs, and more in The Cocoon.

On the surface, Penang appears as a historical city but if you look deeper, you’ll find a whole host of natural wonders. Spend the day discovering the best of Penang’s nature during a tour that covers Penang Hill (Flagstaff Hill), Batu Ferringhi Beach, and Kek Lok Si Temple, and provides an easy way for first-time visitors to orient themselves. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off mean that you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

This tour let you go to all the attractions that you like, not like the can approach of a predetermined itinerary tour. For a 6 hours visit from ship or hotel or airport, you choose some 4-7 attractions to go from the list in "tour details". You choose the places and dictate how much time to spend at each attraction. Either you explore every nooks and corners, or you simply take pictures from the outside without entering the attraction, you call the shot. Go on famous attractions tour, or a city tour or go for a round island tour and take in the view from the comfort of air-conditioned car. If you do not have a clue where to go or to do, let our learned tour guide choose it for you. The tour guide cum driver, will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. You will be not be disappointed. Penang is a truly surprising hidden gem!

Secure tickets in advance to ride the funicular railway up Penang Hill. Glide around 1.2 miles (1,996 meters) up to the peak, where you can soak up sweeping views of the island from the viewing deck or admire the colonial-era bungalow Bel Retiro. Upgrade for skip-the-line access via the fast lane.

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of George Town on a private 4-hour tour. Highlights include visits to the Reclining Buddha, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and Clan Jetty. You also enjoy a driving tour through vibrant Little India where Christians, Taoists, Hindus, and Muslims live in harmony. The comprehensive snapshot of the multicultural town is a great opportunity to orient yourself to the area for future exploring.

Food makes the perfect introduction to any city—especially Penang. Slurp, sip, and snack as you discover the highlights of the city’s historic center, Georgetown, on a small-group foodie walking tour with a guide. Enjoy the sorts of insights you can only get from a local as you visit vendors and hawkers, and taste the fare of the generations of migrants who have made the island their home.

• Sit back and relax as you enjoy a transfer from Penang International Airport to Penang Island City Hotel • Enjoy Penang scenery without having to worry about traffic or maps • Travel to Penang knowing that a punctual and safe trip to your destination awaits you Enjoy a private transfer from Penang International Airport to Penang Island City Hotel. Begin your trip in a safe, convenient, and easy way in a private vehicle. Skip the long cab lines and head straight toward your destination in Penang.The transfer length is around 30-40 minutes and is available year-round, 24-hours a day.

Make sure you see the best of Penang on a private tour of the island. Departing from George Town, this personalized tour covers religious sights such as Kek Lok Si Temple, Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram, Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple and Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Plus, explore Penang Botanical Garden and take the funicular to Penang Hill, from which panoramic city views are enjoyed. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the rural landscape of Balik Pulau on a 4-hour, small-group bicycle tour of southwest Penang Island. With a local guide to lead the way, you’ll ride past rice paddies, fishing villages, and a mangrove forest, soaking up the laid back atmosphere on a lesser-known side of Penang. This 4-hour bike tour includes pickup and drop-off at Penang hotels, bike rental, and a post-ride snack of coffee and light refreshments, and it's limited to 7 people for a fun, more personal experience.

Penang, located at north west of Peninsular Malaysia, is a small island but it is compact with interesting and intriguing places. It is the first British Settlement in Malaysia and it flourished and thrived to became the busiest port in the region then. Penang is best known as a melting port for many ethnic groups with the most prominent trade was spices; which the early European paid dearly for these "green gold". Indulge yourself with a round island tour with many places to be seen and great memories!

Marvel at Malaysia’s magnificent butterflies on this private 4-hour tour of Entopia Butterfly Farm in Penang. Spot thousands of colorful butterflies, dragonflies, fireflies, and other insects; learn more about the fascinating creatures through the interactive exhibits; and witness a live insect show.

Enjoy an authentic trishaw ride through the heart of Georgetown and be fascinated by its charm from old colonial architectures to modern skyscrapers of bustling Chinatown and colorful Little India, It is worth to note that Penang has one of the largest Colonial Buildings in Southeast Asia.

At The Habitat, you will get a chance to explore their Virgin Rainforest, Nature Walk and you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one of the world's largest squirrel species - the Giant Black Squirrel (Ratufa bicolour). You will also get to chance to walk at Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk whereby you will enjoy and witness the sunset view from here. It is 100m in length and is the highest viewing platform in Penang offering 360-degree panoramic views of the island and the mainland, including Gunung Jerai (Kedah Peak), the paddy fields of Kedah, the ‘rice bowl of Malaysia,’ and on a clear day all the way north to Langkawi.

The Tropical Spice Garden is planted with some 500 spices of tropical spice and herbs. See for yourselves the produce which frequently adorn our kitchen top by taking a guided tour of the garden. The next unique attraction is Entopia or Penang Butterfly Farm which brings you the best of insect world seen in harmony with nature. Discover the mystery of the reproduction processes of not only butterfly but dragon fly, firefly, beetles and other small living things, with technology aided interpretation.​

This activity is one of its kind. If you are a Nature Addicted, Explorer, Adventurer or Hiker, this is the activity you wouldn't want to miss The route is Newly Discovered and just Open up for Hiker Come and breath in the FRESHESH AIR FIRST HAND SPARKLING WATER and GREENERY VIEW

Meet thousands of magnificent butterflies in the specially designed natural environment of the Penang Butterfly Farm. With over 15,000 free flying butterflies at any one time, this is the largest butterfly and dragonfly garden in Malaysia. Witness over 120 species of rare and exotic tropical butterflies flickering and flitting around you and check out the most unique live tropical insects and small reptiles including scorpions, frogs and other fascinating species. Next is to Tropical Spice Garden. This living garden also features more than 200 species of plants with waterfalls, ponds, caves and other artistic garden features. There is also a hatchery and a 'Preserved Butterflies of the World Museum' to explore! At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off to your hotel.

Traveling to Penang is not only town area, Balik pulau area to experience local culture, environment and food. Cycling in the morning to get yourself a good healthy start. Explore the beauty of Balik Pulau.

Enjoy an authentic trishaw ride through the heart of Georgetown and be fascinated by its charm from old colonial architectures to modern skyscrapers of bustling Chinatown and colorful Little India, It is worth to note that Penang has one of the largest Colonial Buildings in Southeast Asia.

Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural, we make sure you see the best of Penang.

Catch the beautiful sunset at Penang Hill. First by taking a stroll through the rainforest trails of The Habitat to Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk – the highest point of Penang with unobstructed sunset view over the hill. After refreshment, night walk, amidst the sound of insects and wildlife, back to the entrance of The Habitat. Return journey or take dinner option at the colonial style David Brown’s Restaurant.

Spend a fun-filled day at the Lost World of Tambun Park in Ipoh, about 2 hours’ drive from Penang. This exciting theme park is surrounded by 400 million years old limestone cliffs and with Wet & Wild options. Soak in the sun at the Water Park or peeding on Lupe’s Adventure Roller Coaster. Learn about the history of tin mining at Tin Valley or get up close and personal with Siberian Tigers at the Tiger Valley. You may discover more than 55 species of animals during an immersive educational experience at the Petting Zoo.