Perdana Botanical garden ( Garden)

PERDANA BOTANICAL GARDEN

Perdana Botanical Gardens, better known by its old name "Lake Gardens", is the oldest, most popular and first large-scale recreational park in Kuala Lumpur.It is located along JalanPerdana or Venning Road and near the National Museum of Malaysia.It lies just on the edge of the city and used to be where the British elite built their fine homes in colonial times. It contains large sculpted and manicured gardens and a host of attractions. Originally created as part of a recreational park and subsequently planted with tropical plants, the garden have been rehabilitated and turned into a botanical garden.

Today, its landscaped hills and beautiful trails provide an escape for city dwellers out for a jog or some early morning t'ai chi. Its main attraction is the lake surrounded by lush greenery in a 92 hectares (227 acres) parkland that provides a refreshing ambience. At the park, shuttle trams are available daily from 9 am to 6 pm and tickets charged: RM2 adults, RM1 children. Visitors can also rent bicycles for RM3 per 30 minutes. Guided walks are provided free of charge on Sundays from 8 am to 10 am.

Roam through the aviaries at the Bird Park and Butterfly Park. Or take a stroll through the beautiful Deer Park and Orchid Garden, which are all reachable either by foot or by regular shuttle buses. From the gardens, you can also visit other attractions such as the National Monument, the Planetarium, the Islamic Museum, and Hibiscus garden.

HOW TO GET THERE

By Taxi

Entrances to the Perdana Botanical Gardens are on JalanParlimen and behind the National Mosque.

By Bus

Another option is to take the RapidKL bus B112 from PasarSeni LRT station. This will drop you at the National Museum which is at the edge of the park.

WHO TO CONTACT

Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)

Phone: 1 300 88 5050

Fax: +603-2162 1149

Email: enquiries@tourism.gov.my

URL: http://www.vmy2014.com/see-and-do/places-to-visit/other-places-to-visit/perdana-botanical-gardens

Zoo Negara (Zoo, Animal)

Zoo Negara

Zoo Negara Malaysia is managed by the Malaysian Zoological Society, a non-governmental organization established to create the first local zoo for Malaysians. Zoo Negara was officialy opened on 14th November 1963 and has matured into a well-known zoo all around the world. We have a total of over 5137 specimen from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish.

Zoo Negara covers 110 acres of land which is situated only 5km from the city of Kuala Lumpur. Over the years, the zoo has transformed itself to an open concept zoo with over 90% of its animals being kept in spacious exhibits with landscape befitting its nature. We are working in making sure that the old zoo concept is changed entirely.

The main attraction of the zoo is the Multi-Animal Show which is on twice daily at 11am and 3pm. On Fridays, the morning show starts at 11:00am and the afternoon show at 3:30pm. This show features performances from sea lions and other animals at the open-air amphitheatre which is located near the Hornbill Centre.

·         The Giant Pandas

The latest attraction is the giant pandas from China which you can now see at the Giant Panda Exhibition Centre. Known as Xing Xing and Liang Liang, this endangered species are adorable. Make sure you visit them. Some facts about pandas.They spend an average of 15 hours a day eating. Their fur is thick and wiry and can grow up to 10cm long An adult can produce a dropping of 62lb a day. The skin is black where its fur is black and pink where its fur is whithin  Its jaw and cheek muscles are powerful that they can chew an aluminium dish to pieces. Their throats have a special lining to protect them against bamboo splinters when eating.

Trams

If you have small children and prefer not to walk too much, there are trams that you can take. The tram will take you round the zoo where it will stop halfway for you to get down and walk around. You can take the next tram once you are ready to go back to the starting point. The tickets can be purchased at the "Tram" counter once you are inside the zoo.

·         Admission Fee (excluding Insect Zoo & Giant Panda)

Malaysian

Adults (13 years and above): RM30.00 

Children (3 to 12 years): RM10.00

Senior Citizen (60 years and above): RM15.00

Admission is free for the handicapped.

Non-Malaysian

Adults (13 years and above): RM50.00 

Children (3 to 12 years): RM25.00

Desaru Fruit Farm (Fruit, Farm)

1.    Desaru Fruit Farm

180 Acres of Tropical Fruitland

the 180 acres Tropical Fruitland, Desaru Fruit Farm is awarded the “Best Agro- Tourism site” in Malaysia 2006 and Innovative Tourism Attraction – Agro Tourism Conservation by Malaysia Tourism Awards 2010. Learn more about the GOOD Agricultural Practise (GAP), the Integrated Pest Management (IPM), collect information at our inhouse Agriculture Gallery.

Visit the Herbal & Vegetable Garden, & sit- in through an Educational Bee Keeping Management talk. See the bee at work & tasting of raw honey in the farm. Grab some Local Products or Fresh Fruits at the Mini Mart in the Fruit Farm.

·         Discover The Wonders Through Your 5 Senses

The journey started with a guided farm tour to 180 acres, natural tropical fruit land, visit to agricultural gallery, fish pond and vegetable and herb garden. Children also visited the petting Zoo and had an educational talk on bees and the opportunity to taste local raw honey. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were fully provided for.

·         Activities & Attractions 

Farm Tour conducted by the in-house guide, tour around 100 acres tropical fruit land by using farm vehicles or coach and visitors have the experience strolling around in the Agro Tourism zone. The farm offer several packages including educational programmed for school children and all walks of life. All packages come with a comprehensive guided farm tour to the farm Agro Tourism Zone which includes the followings.

Agriculture Gallery. Which houses some of the old artifacts from the agriculture field and visitors can collect information from this gallery and know more about the medicinal value of the tropical fruits.

Fresh Juices Station. Freshly squeeze juices from the farm is available here. Quench your thirst here before you continue your tour. (optional) Ornamental “Koi” fish pond. The frontage of the agriculture gallery visitors will enjoy watching and release your stress by feeding them and there are more 1888 fishes (Check it out what the Chinese master of geomancy & astrology say.)

Petting Zoo Its houses indigenous animal such as goat, difference types of bird including ostriches, peacocks, turkeys , wild fowl, rabbit , python and tortoise.

Herbal and Vegetables garden. Located next to the fishpond visitors can stroll around and experience hands-on the life as a farmers and the medical value of the herb. Learn about the rotation crop and a lot more.

Educational talk on bees and bee keeping Management. Join in this talk to gain some hidden knowledge of how to select the raw and pure wild honey. Do taste it and know more on the medicinal value and of course purchase them for your loved ones. Learn about the Euricoma Longifolia (locally know as Tongkat Ali) soak with wild honey, a potent herb for promoting vitality.

·         Package

Visitors may choose from the different tour packages available ranging from a tour around the farm with fruit platter or buffet where to taste the aromatic and juicy tropical fruits to more comprehensive packages which include lunch, durians (Seasonal) and accommodation at Desaru . Dinning Hall-1000 sitting capacity for round tables sitting. The farm caters for lunch & Dinner cum with comprehensive guided farm tour

·         Entrance fee

RM25.00/ Adult RM20.00/ Child 3-12 yrs old * Meal arrangements (Advance Noticed Is Required)

THE FARM SPECIALITY Of course no trip would be complete without eating the fresh fruit from the farm. At anytime of the day any tour packages will serve more then 12 types of fruit. NO PICKING IS ALLOWED IN THE FARM

Bako National Park (National Park)

Bako National Park

With its rainforest, abundant wildlife, jungle streams, waterfalls, interesting plant life, secluded beaches, panoramic rocky shoreline, bizarre rock formations and extensive network of trekking trails, Bako National Park offers visitors an excellent introduction to the rainforest and coastline of Borneo. Bako may not have an instantly recognisable star attraction, but there can be very few places in the world that pack so much natural beauty into such a limited area, all just 37 km from Kuching. Its accessibility - and its sheer range of attractions and activities - have made Bako one of the most popular parks in Sarawak.

Gazetted in 1957, Bako is Sarawak’s oldest national park, covering an area of 2,727 hectares at the tip of the Muara Tebas peninsula. It is one of the smallest national parks in Sarawak, yet one of the most interesting, as it contains almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo. The well-maintained network of nature trails - from easy forest strolls to full-day jungle treks – allows visitors to get the most out of this unique environment.

Bako contains an incredible variety of plant species and vegetation types, and this is one of the park’s great attractions. At Bako it is possible to see almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo. 25 distinct types of vegetation form seven complete eco-systems - Beach Vegetation, Cliff Vegetation, Kerangas or Heath Forest, Mangrove Forest, Mixed Dipterocarp Forest, Padang or Grasslands Vegetation and Peat Swamp Forest. It is easy to explore these eco-systems via the jungle trails. The contrasts are so distinct that you do not have to be a scientist to notice the differences. Furthermore, most of the different vegetation types are found close to the park HQ at Telok Assam

The best times for seeing wildlife at Bako are just after dawn and just before dusk, when the animals are at their most active. You are more likely to see animals on the trails if you go in small groups, walk slowly, keep as quiet as possible, and listen out for sounds and movements in the forest. For example, you are likely to hear a strange grunting sound or the crash of leaves long before you actually see a proboscis monkey.

Bako is a fascinating place for bird watching, as over 150 species have been recorded here. Although many of these can be seen around the accommodation area, you need to hit the trails to appreciate the full variety of Bako’s bird life. The mangroves at Telok Assam are an excellent place to start. Serious bird watchers should take a good pair of binoculars and thePocket Guide to the Birds of Borneo, which is widely available in Kuching.

Rock pools and mangroves are good places to search for small animals such as mudskippers and crabs, especially sky-blue fiddler crabs and shell-dwelling hermit crabs. Bako also has its fair share of insects. Watch out for them on the forest floor and hear them everywhere.

·         Entry Fees & Permits

There is a nominal entry fee for all National Parks in Sarawak. Check with the National Parks Booking Office in Kuching for the latest fee structure. A permit is required for professional photography or filming, which should be arranged in advance with the National Parks Booking Office.

 Getting there

From Kuching, take a taxi or Petra Jaya Bus No. 6 to Kampung Bako (Bako Village). The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Boats can be chartered at the National Parks Boat Ticketing Counter next to the jetty for the 30-minute boat ride to the Park HQ whilst registering your arrival at the Park Arrival Booth. Check with the National Parks Booking Office in Kuching for the latest boat fares. Local tour operators also organise guided trips to Bako.

·         Accomodation

Park accommodation consists of 3-bedroom Chalets, 2-bedroom Lodges, 4-bedroom Hostels and a camping ground. Barbecue pits are provided for visitors to prepare their own meals. Please contact the National Parks Booking Office for the latest room rates and to make reservations.

Sungai Sedim (river)

TREE TOP WALK SUNGAI SEDIM

The 950 metre-long Tree Top Walk in the Sedim River Recreation Park in Kedah is the longest canopy walk of its kind (galvanized steel) in the world. The Tree Top Walk Sedim River was built within the low land of GunungInas Forest Reserve to be a solid and lasting structure.

Unspoilt natural beauty view of the GunungInas Forest Reserve is truly a sight to behold and is main attraction for visitors from far and wide to this quiet, all-natural corner of Kedah. Feel the serenity of nature, a quiet respite from the hectic city life with a leisurely pace of canopy walk.

Strolling high above the ground of this primeval rainforest affords visitors an unexpected and exciting perspective. The tourists can catch view of verdant tropical forest, rushing streams, colorful birds, rare wildlife and fascinating flora and fauna – all from this natural destination.

There are also numerous activities provided including jungle walk, night walk, jungle trekking, flying fox, white water rafting, jungle survival and much more. All in all, the Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim is an eco-tourism attraction for nature lovers and those who appreciate the tranquility of life.


HOW TO GET THERE

By Car

From Kuala Lumpur, take the North-South Expressway (PLUS) and take the exit at Seberang Jaya, into the Butterworth– Kulim Expressway (BKE) and heading to Kulim Hi-Tech Park. Next, proceed to Karangan town.

WHO TO CONTACT

Syarikat PerusaahanAzam Travel Sdn. Bhd.
Phone: +604-490 1588/491 0641
URL:http://www.vmy2014.com/see-and-do/places-to-visit/other-places-to-visit/tree-top-walk-sungai-sedim

Sungai Lebam Wetlands (river)

SUNGAI LEBAM WETLANDS

One of the famous attractions in Sungai Lebam Wetland Preservation area is watching the beautiful and sparkling fireflies at night. These fireflies are purely harmless and it looks just like blinking lights especially at night. So travel to Sungai Lebam, Johor now and enjoy the magical experience of fireflies!

Fireflies, or lightning bugs, are one of the main attractions in the Sungai Lebam Wetland Preservation area by catching sight of the synchronized blinking lights. Fireflies emit light at their lower abdomen to attract mates and also scare away predators. They are harmless, but visitors should refrain from catching any as this would pose a threat to its fragile population.

Fireflies often congregate at a vast mangrove swamp, especially at the Berembang trees. One should keep silent and avoid flash photography so as not to scare them away. There are fewer fireflies around on rainy nights and when the moon is full. The best time to watch fireflies is one to four hours after sunset. To get the most out of your trip, do plan your journey in advance.

HOW TO GET THERE

By Car or Taxi

This wetland area is approximately 91km from Johor Bahru.

WHO TO CONTACT

Tourism Malaysia Johor

Address:L3-26 Aras 3, Bangunan JOTIC, 2 Jalan Ayer Molek, Johor Bahru 80000, Johor
Phone: +607-222 3590/3591

Fax: +607-223 5502 

Email: mtpbjhb@tourism.gov.my

URL: http://www.tourism.gov.my/en/es/places/states-of-malaysia/johor/sungai-lebam-wetlands

Endau Rompin National Park (National Park)

Endau Rompin National Park

Endau Rompin, straddling the Johor/Pahang border, is the second National Park after Taman Negara. It covers an area of approximately 80,000 hectares of rich and exotic flora and fauna, encompassing the watershed of the rivers Endau and Rompin, from which it derives its name. In other words, this place is huge. 

The park is home to a vast species of birds, mammals, frogs, insects and exotic varieties of orchids, herbs, medicinal plants and trees. It seems that every time a scientific expedition returns from Endau Rompin, they discover a new species! 

Regular treks through the jungle will give adventurers sightings of leaf monkeys, long-tail macaques, white- handed gibbons, elephants, deer, tapirs and the occasional tiger and leopard. For adventure lovers and river trekkers, there are exhilarating rapids and fairly substantial waterfalls. 

To protect the pristine environment, only limited areas of the park are open for ecotourism. Entry to the park requires a special permit from the Johor National Park Corporation.

·         What to see at the park

Just like Taman Negara there are many wildlife species that live in the park, chances on spotting them are slim as they have ample space to roam around within the park boundaries. The national park is known for having the largest remaining population of the highly endangered Sumatran rhinoceros. Other animals that live in the national park are the white-handed gibbon, Malaysian tiger, Asian elephant, wild boar, tapir, slow loris, deer, long-tail macaques and leopards. Among the many bird species that live in the park are the hornbills and kingfishers. As most of the animals know how to evade visitors it is more common to spot insects, spiders and the occasional snake.

·         Three ways to enter the national park

The national park has three main entry points, two located within the state of Johor and one within the state of Pahang. The two entry points in Johor are mostly used by visitors. At the eastern side of the park you have the Peta entrance, nearby Mersing so good to combine with a visit to Tioman Island of one of the surrounding tropical islands. This park entrance is most used by visitors. Travelers that come from Kuala Lumpur also enter the park at the Peta entrance. The Selai entrance, southwest of the national park, is the least accessible entrance. At this side of the national park you will find a huge amount of beautiful waterfalls. In this area most of the remaining tigers and elephants live. Do know that the last part of the trip to the park is over inaccessible roads; you need a 4x4 to travel to any of the three park entrances which you can arrange beforehand via the Park HQ.

·         Attractions

There are many activities and attractions at Endau-Rompin National Park to keep you busy for at least 3 or 4 days. Among the most popular attractions are; jungle trails, a visit to the Orang Asli (Jakun tribe) village, rubber tube rafting, night safari (walk or by 4x4), numerous fantastic waterfalls, a few beautiful lakes and river cruises.

·         Accommodation

You can stay at the chalets (RM100/RM150) or dormitory at Endau-Rompin Park Headquarters. As there is no aircon, it is advisable to bring along mosquito netting. Also make sure to bring along enough mosquito repellant. There are also a few campsites in the area; you can rent a tent at Park HQ (Peta) for RM40 per night.

·         Best time to visit Endau-Rompin

The national park can be visited from April to October and is closed during the monsoon season (November to March). This is the same monsoon that renders islands like Perhentian,Redang and Tioman (relatively nearby Endau-Rompin) nearly inaccessible.

Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (animal)

Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in the Malaysian Sabah District of North Borneo was founded in 1964, to rehabilitate orphan orangutans. The site is 43 sq km of protected land at the edge of Kabili Sepilok Forest Reserve. Today around 60 to 80 orangutans are living free in the reserve.

When Sabah became an independent state in Malaysia in 1963, a Game Branch was created in the Forest Department for the conservation of wild animals in the region.

Consequently, 43 sq km of protected land at the edge of Kabili Sepilok Forest Reserve was turned into a rehabilitation site for orangutans, and a centre built to care for the apes. Today around 25 young orphaned orangutans are housed in the nurseries, in addition to those free in the reserve.

The facility provides medical care for orphaned and confiscated orangutans as well as dozens of other wildlife species. Some of the other animals which have been treated at the centre include; sun bears, gibbons, Sumatran rhinos and the occasional injured elephant.

Recently rehabilitated individuals have their diet supplemented by daily feedings of milk and bananas. The additional food supplied by the centre is purposefully designed to be monotonous and boring so as to encourage the apes to start to forage for themselves.

Sepilok is considered by the Wildlife Department to be a useful educational tool with which to educate both the locals and visitors alike, but they are adamant that the education must not interfere with the rehabilitation process. Visitors are restricted to walkways and are not allowed to approach or handle the apes.

In the wild orang utan babies stay with their mothers for up to six years while they are taught the skills they need to survive in the forest, the most important of which is climbing. At Sepilok a buddy system is used to replace a mother’s teaching. A younger ape will be paired up with an older one to help them to develop the skills they need.

The creation of reserve areas minimises the impact of deforestation on orangutans and far fewer young apes become the victim of the illegal pet trade as a result of these ‘sanctuaries’. Babies are often caught during logging or forest clearance or captured by poachers who slaughter the adult apes to reach them. The Malaysian Government has clamped down on illegal trading, outlawing all such practice and imposing prison sentences on anyone caught keeping them as pets.

Entrance fee

At Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, you will have to pay an entrance fee of RM30 for foreign adults (Malaysians pay only RM5). If you want to visit the Sabah Rhinoceros enclosure, you will have to pay another RM10 (RM4 for locals). Children pay RM15. If you bring along any cameras, video cameras, phone cameras or any other recording equipment for personal use, you have to pay RM10 at the entrance. Also remember to read the 'rules' and apply sunscreen or mosquito repellent before entering the centre.

KL Bird Park (Animal)

 KL bird park

·         Location

Just 10 minutes from the city center is 20.9 acres of land dedicated to some 3000 birds from at least 200 species. This land is their home and that is the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. 90% of the birds at the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park can be found locally while the remaining 10% were imported from overseas.

·         Overview

The Bird Park's history dates back from 1888 when the Lake Gardens was first established. The Bird Park was part of the Lake Gardens back then but the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park itself was only established back in 1991. Other attractions of the Lake Gardens include the Butterfly Park Kuala Lumpur, the Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens, TheNational Monument and an artificial lake. The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is definitely a tourist spot not to be missed as it is the world's largest free flight aviary.

Visitors can take long strolls along the walkway of the park while enjoying the view of birds of various colors and sizes. With every step you take, there will definitely be birds that catch your attention. Some of the main attractions of the park are the hornbill park, the flamingo pond, the world of parrots, the egg incubation area, the bird gallery and education center just to name a few. Daily activities at the Bird Park include bird shows, eagle feeding, hornbill feeding and so much more.

If you are a fan of bird-watching or a photography fanatic, the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a place you would want to visit. Other than the Bird Park, there are some historical places in the area that you can visit too. They are theIslamic Art Museum and the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station.

·         Admission & Opening Hours

Adults RM48

Children (ages 3 - 12) RM38

MyKad Holders (i.e. Malaysians)

Adults RM20

Children RM10

 Open Daily from 9am - 6pm

Tip #1 If you are a foreigner living in Malaysia, show your Malaysian driving license and get into the park at the discounted MyKad price.

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Tip #2 If you are a tourist on a budget and not keen to spend the RM48 ticket price (expensive by Malaysian standards), take lunch at the Hornbill Restaurant instead. This restaurant is perched above the edge of the Bird Park, underneath the aviary netting so if you sit outside on the balcony you will be visited by some of the park’s braver birds such as hornbills. Indeed if the waiter is slow in clearing your plate, a hornbill might jump on the table to snatch any leftovers. I can recommend the curry dishes together with an ice cold Tiger beer or perhaps a fresh kalamansi juice with sour plums. Delicious! After lunch, if you are still not tempted to part with the RM 45 park entrance fee, you can pop across the street and see the Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens which are free on weekdays.

Having said that you should really go inside the Bird Park - it is not expensive compared to similar places in other countries.

The Hornbill Restaurant is open daily from 9am - 8pm.

·         How to Get to KL Bird Park

You can find the location on my map of KL Lake Gardens If you are driving and like to rely on SatNav the GPS address is : Bird Park. GPS coordinates: N3 08.581 E101 41.294

If you prefer to navigate the old-fashioned way:

• From Jalan Bangsar, head straight towards KTM Railway Station round-a-bout, turn left towards Masjid Negara.

• From Jalan Mahameru, turn left into Jalan Parlimen. At traffic light, turn right towards the Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens.

A free car park is available outside the Bird Park but it can get full up at peak times and public holidays. Better arrive early.

By public transport

Rapid KL Bus No. B115 from Kotaraya to Jalan Parlimen.

KL Hop-On-Hop-Off Double Decker Tour Bus Service, disembark at Station No. 14 in front of KL Bird Park Main Entrance. Buses available at every 30 to 45 minutes interval.

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

Public taxis – A taxi ticket counter is available at the Bird Park for your return journey.