JungleWalla operates year-round across our key destinations in Langkawi, Penang, and Desaru. To ensure the highest standards of safety and service quality, our operations are governed by the following guidelines and policies. OPERATIONAL HOURS & AVAILABILITY Standard Tours: Most morning ...[ read more ]
NATURE CONSERVATION & SUSTAINABLE TOURISM ETHICS
As a leading nature tour operator within the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark, JungleWalla is committed to preserving the integrity of Malaysia’s natural heritage. Our operations are guided by strict ecological principles to ensure that every expedition contributes to conservation awareness ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION — THE ANCIENT HEART OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
Geological Heritage | UNESCO Global Geopark The Langkawi Archipelago, situated off the northwestern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is a geographical marvel comprising 99 islands (and up to 104 during low tide). More than just a tropical paradise, Langkawi represents some ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI CLIMATE & SEASONS — PLANNING YOUR VISIT
Travel Essential | Weather & Best Time to Visit Located near the equator, Langkawi enjoys a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year, typically ranging from 24°C to 33°C. Understanding the island's two distinct seasons—the Dry Season and the ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI HISTORY & LIFESTYLE — FROM LEGENDS TO CONSERVATION
Heritage & Culture | The Soul of the Archipelago The Langkawi Archipelago is steeped in myth, legend, and a history that stretches back to the first century AD. Early Chinese records from the Liang Dynasty (circa 500 AD) refer to ...[ read more ]
PULAU PAYAR MARINE PARK — SNORKELING & CORAL CONSERVATION
PULAU PAYAR MARINE PARK: CORAL CONSERVATION ZONE Located approximately 19 nautical miles south of Langkawi, Pulau Payar Marine Park is the oldest and best-preserved marine sanctuary on Malaysia’s West Coast. Established in 1985, the park encompasses four emerald islands—Pulau Payar, ...[ read more ]
PERLIS STATE BIRDWATCHING TOUR — EXPLORING THE NORTHERN FRONTIER
Birdwatching Malaysia | Perlis Northern Frontier The state of Perlis, situated at the northernmost tip of Peninsular Malaysia, offers a distinct birding experience unlike any other in the country. Geographically positioned within the Indo-Chinese sub-region, Perlis serves as a vital ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI NATURE — A SANCTUARY OF BIODIVERSITY AND ANCIENT GEOLOGY
Natural History | Ecology & Geological Formations Langkawi’s isolation from the mainland has served as a natural shield, preserving its pristine environments from heavy industrialization. Spanning approximately 939 square kilometers, the archipelago is a complex tapestry of primary rainforests, mangroves, ...[ read more ]
WELCOME TO MALAYSIA — AN ECOLOGICAL GEM
Destination Guide | Biodiversity & Nature Travel Peninsular Malaysia is one of the most diverse bio-geographical regions on Earth, serving as a treasure house for some of the planet's most varied terrestrial and marine flora and fauna. From the untouched ...[ read more ]
Penang Mainland Birdwatching
Penang Island as a popular tourist destination is not only about local food and fine cuisines but it is also home to fascinating world that is relatively unknown. The alluring and amazing bird life around the state of Penang. The ...[ read more ]
Irshad Mobarak
Founder of Natural History Tours and in his 30-year career, Irshad has helped with and appeared in many documentaries like Mysteries of the Malaysian Rainforest on National Geographic Channel and The Wedding Ceremony of the White Bellied Sea Eagle on ...[ read more ]
Birdwatching Tour to Penang Hill
Penang Hill is a wonderful choice for birding: as many as 100 species (about 80% of those recorded on Penang Island) have been documented here.The tract of forest—lapid in elevation, accessible yet wild—hosts a healthy mix of garden and forest ...[ read more ]