Birding Expeditions | Peninsular Malaysia West Malaysia is a premier destination for birdwatchers worldwide, offering an incredible variety of altitudes and ecosystems. From the mudflats of the coast to the mist-shrouded montane forests of the Titiwangsa Range, the peninsula is ...[ 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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
LOVE IS IN THE AIR — BIRD NESTING SEASON IN LANGKAWI
Field Notes by Sri Sari | Published February 2011 February in Langkawi marks the beginning of a spectacular natural phenomenon. As the dry season takes hold, the island's avian residents begin their elaborate courtship rituals. From the high canopies of ...[ read more ]
NATURALIST PAR EXCELLENCE — THE GUIDING FORCE OF JUNGLEWALLA
Our Leadership | Natural History & Conservation For over three decades, Irshad Mobarak - Naturalist has been at the forefront of nature conservation and education in Malaysia. A self-taught naturalist with a profound love for the archipelago’s biodiversity, Irshad has ...[ read more ]
STEERING LANGKAWI — NAVIGATING THE UNESCO GEOPARK
Media Archive | Featuring Irshad Mobarak - Naturalist In June 2003, journalist Deepak Gill joined Irshad Mobarak - Naturalist for an expedition that showcased a different side of the "Jewel of Kedah." In his feature titled "Steering Langkawi," Gill described ...[ read more ]
THE ARDEN NATURALIST — A LEGACY OF FIELD OBSERVATION
Media Archive | Featuring Irshad Mobarak - Naturalist In May 2003, Rose Ismail of the New Straits Times published a compelling profile titled "The Arden Naturalist," introducing the world to a man whose name has since become synonymous with Langkawi’s ...[ read more ]