The very next morning, my aunt took me along to go “Bird Watching” with two of the most pleasant and cheerful tourists I have ever met. We left the house at 6.45 am, right after a quick breakfast at a ...[ read more ]
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION — INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION
Since our inception, JungleWalla has been at the forefront of environmental education in Malaysia. We believe that fostering a deep connection between youth and nature is the most effective long-term conservation strategy. Our student programs are designed to transform curiosity ...[ read more ]
THE GENESIS OF CONSERVATION — RECONNECTING LANGKAWI’S HABITATS
The integrity of an island’s ecosystem depends on the connectivity of its habitats. For decades, JungleWalla has advocated for the creation of wildlife corridors to mitigate the effects of habitat fragmentation caused by development. This mission began with a landmark ...[ read more ]
A TRUE BLUE NATURALIST — THE LEGACY OF IRSHAD MOBARAK
Originally published in The Star, this profile explores the journey of Irshad Mobarak, the founder of JungleWalla and one of Malaysia’s most prominent naturalists. His life’s work has been dedicated to the study, preservation, and interpretation of Langkawi’s ancient ecosystems. ...[ read more ]
ENJOYING THE WILD — ECO-TOURISM IN LANGKAWI
Originally published in FORBES – 05 July 2007 | By Rowena Forbes One of Malaysia’s most accessible and beautiful tropical islands, Pulau Langkawi’s sun-drenched tropical climate, white powdered and black volcanic beaches, and welcoming people make it a popular tourist ...[ read more ]
COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION — PRESERVING LANGKAWI’S NATURAL HERITAGE
Originally published in Utusan Malaysia – 17 February 2009 | "JungleWallah Pulihara Alam Sekitar" Conservation is most effective when driven by the community. Since its founding, JungleWalla has remained committed to the principle that tourism must serve as a vehicle ...[ read more ]
GUEST REPORT — A BIRDING ADVENTURE IN LANGKAWI
By Mat Wilson and John Wilson | 16 June 2007 As part of a recent trip to West Malaysia with my dad, I decided to return to Langkawi for four days. Having been in contact with JungleWalla about seeing some ...[ read more ]
AMAZING MALAYSIAN AWARDS — CELEBRATING HERITAGE CONSERVATION
Originally published in the New Straits Times – 15 May 2007 | By Debra Chong and Su Aziz In 2007, DiGi Telecommunications announced five nominees for its third "Amazing Malaysians" project. These individuals were nominated by the public for their ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK — ASIA’S EVOLUTIONARY CRADLE
Langkawi is not merely an archipelago; it is a geological masterpiece. In 2007, it was officially designated as the first UNESCO Global Geopark in Southeast Asia. This status recognizes Langkawi’s 550 million years of history, preserved in its ancient rock ...[ read more ]
DEDICATED CUSTODIANS — GUARDIANS OF MALAYSIA’S HERITAGE
Originally published in Star Two (The Star) – 21 March 2007 | By Rubin Khoo In 2007, five individuals from diverse backgrounds were united by a common bond: their role as guardians of Malaysia’s rich heritage. Selected from a nationwide ...[ read more ]
TOURISM CAN SOAR WITH BIRDS — UNLOCKING THE NORTHERN FRONTIER
Originally published in the New Straits Times – 30 March 2007 | By Sean Augustin While established destinations like Taman Negara and Fraser’s Hill have long been the pillars of Malaysian birdwatching, the northern states—including Kedah, Perak, and Terengganu—possess immense ...[ read more ]
THE MAGNIFICENT GREAT HORNBILLS OF LANGKAWI
Field Report by Sri Sari | Published January 2007 Peering through my monocular, I can clearly see his red eyes — a sure sign that he is a male. On the branch above him sits his lifelong mate, the female, ...[ read more ]