COMBINATION OF UNESCO GEOPARK TOUR & RAINFOREST AFTERDARKFor an unforgettable nature experience on the legendary island of Langkawi, join this combination of the mangrove forest and the rainforest of Langkawi. LANGKAWI UNESCO GEOPARK MANGROVE TOURVisit scenic sites throughout the Langkawi ...[ read more ]
Langkawi Family Combo
COMBINATION OF UNESCO GEOPARK MANGROVE CRUISE & FAMILY TREKKING TRAILExperience the stunning landscapes of Langkawi's UNESCO Geopark with our exclusive combination package: the Unesco Geopark Mangrove Cruise and Short Trekking Trail. Embark on an unforgettable journey as you delve into ...[ 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 ]
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 ]
Langkawi DVD
DVD MINI-DOCUMENTARY SERIESDiscovering Langkawi with Irshad Mobarak Filmed over 12 months, Discovering Langkawi with Irshad Mobarak: The Mini-Documentary Series is a ten-episode armchair voyage of the enchanting archipelago. Join host Irshad Mobarak as he takes you on an intimate journey ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI WILDLIFE GUIDE — SPECIES AND OBSERVATION ETIQUETTE
Nature Education | Wildlife Ethics & Field Guide Langkawi’s isolation from the mainland has allowed for the evolution of specialized wildlife and the preservation of rare species. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these creatures are essential components of the island’s ancient ...[ read more ]
FIDDLER CRAB — THE ECOSYSTEM ENGINEERS OF THE MANGROVES
Fiddler crabs (Genus Uca) are among the most active and ecologically significant residents of Langkawi’s intertidal mangrove flats. Recognized by the dramatic asymmetry of the male's claws, these crustaceans are vital indicators of a healthy mangrove ecosystem, playing a crucial ...[ read more ]
TERMITE — THE WOOD DEVOURER OF THE RAINFOREST
JungleWalla Nature Journal | Archive Every day, somewhere in the heart of the rainforest, a natural cycle occurs that is vital to the forest's survival. The termite, often misunderstood, is the primary "wood devourer" that ensures the fallen giants of ...[ read more ]
Workshop Day
Day one of the event kicked off with workshops and talks by invited judges and nature conservationists consisted of topics ranging from photography skills, macro (insect) photography, video-scoping (combining still photography with video) and short documentary workshop. To the excitement ...[ read more ]
Flag Off Day
The participants of the bird race and photography component were flagged off from the entrance of cable car on the second day of the event. Officiating the flag off ceremony was Encik Azmil Munif Bukhari, the deputy Tourism Manager of ...[ read more ]
Official Programme
LANGKAWI NATURE FESTIVAL 2012 PROGRAM Day 1 - Friday 23 November 2012 07:00 AM - Eco Walk –Keeping Langkawi Wild at Gunung Raya 11:30 AM - Conclusion 10:30 AM - Onwards Nature Trade & Exhibition Fair at Langkawi Fair Shopping ...[ read more ]
Dr. Laurance G Kirton
Dr. Laurance G Kirton LNF 2012 Personality Profile Butterfly Researcher & Scientist Dr. Laurence G Kirton Laurence Kirton is an entomologist by profession, and Head of the Biodiversity and Conservation of Fauna Programme in the Forest Research Institute Malaysia. His ...[ read more ]