Panti Rainforest Awakening Tour invites you to explore the enchanting Panti Forest Reserve, one of Peninsular Malaysia’s most important lowland rainforests. This pristine wilderness is home to rare and endangered wildlife, including the Malayan Tiger, Asiatic Elephant, and Malayan Tapir. The journey begins before sunrise, allowing you to experience the magical rainforest dawn chorus — a natural symphony of birds, insects, and forest life awakening with the first light of day.
The forest is also inhabited by the much-loved White-handed Gibbon, Pig-tailed Macaques, and Banded Langurs. An early start ensures arrival at the Bunker Trail at the optimal time to hear the distinctive “whooping” calls of gibbons echoing through the canopy, accompanied by songbirds and cicadas. This peaceful morning atmosphere offers one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in the region.
At the entrance of the Bunker Trail, we proceed slowly along the 14-kilometre dirt road, scanning the forest edges for birds, primates, and other wildlife. Several kilometres into the reserve, the tour continues on foot with a guided jungle walk along a quiet trail. Here, your experienced nature guide will introduce the forest’s remarkable flora and fauna, revealing the intricate relationships between plants, insects, and animals that make Panti Forest Reserve such a vital and fascinating ecosystem.
Important Permit Information
- Entry into Panti Forest Reserve requires an official permit from the Forestry Department.
- This tour requires a minimum of five (5) working days advance booking.
- After reservation, guests must send a copy of their ID or passport to: junglewalladesaru@gmail.com
Free Pick-Up Available From All Desaru Area Hotels, Including:
- Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
- The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
- Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
- Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
- Lotus Desaru Beach Resort & Spa
- Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru
- Amansari Hotel Desaru
Duration
5 Hours
Group Size
10
Tour Type
Day Trip
Language
English, Malay
Tour Information
Tour Highlights — Panti Rainforest Awakening Tour
- Early morning rainforest experience timed with the magical dawn chorus of birds, insects, and gibbons.
- Guided exploration of Panti Forest Reserve, one of Johor’s richest lowland rainforest ecosystems.
- Slow wildlife drive along the Bunker Trail to spot birds, primates, and forest mammals.
- Opportunity to encounter species such as White-handed Gibbons, Pig-tailed Macaques, and Banded Langurs.
- Educational jungle trek with professional naturalist interpretation of flora, fauna, and rainforest ecology.
- Insight into rare and endangered species habitats, including Malayan Tiger, Asiatic Elephant, and Malayan Tapir.
- Combination of light hiking and nature observation suitable for nature lovers and wildlife photographers.
- Small-group experience for quiet, low-impact wildlife viewing.
- Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off within the Desaru area.
Include/Exclude
- Tour Guide
- Forestry Department permit
- Light refreshments
- Bottled drinking water
Travel Itinerary
Frequently Asked Questions
Cancellation Policy
Please note that all products and services are subject to weather conditions. JungleWalla reserves the right to modify or cancel any part of the itinerary without prior notice due to adverse weather or other unforeseen circumstances beyond its control.
JungleWalla will make every reasonable effort to operate the tour as scheduled or offer an alternative date. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
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