Penang Mainland Birdwatching
- 8 Hours
- Non Refunable
Adult
Description
The narrow straits of Air Hitam Dalam Educational Forest protect a rare patch of freshwater swamp forest at the northern end of Penang. This quiet sanctuary is home to some of the region’s most striking birds, including the Mangrove Pitta, Ruddy Kingfisher, and Black-and-Red Broadbill. During migration seasons, numerous migratory species also pass through and some remain here for the winter. The forest is likewise one of the best local sites to observe nocturnal birds such as owls and nightjars.
A short distance away lies the coastline of Teluk Air Tawar – Kuala Muda, gazetted as an Important Bird Area (IBA). Every year, thousands of waders and other shorebirds seek refuge here during the northern winter, making this one of the finest wader-watching sites in Malaysia.
This tour is available with a minimum of one week’s advance notice and is subject to guide availability.
Highlights
- Explore Penang’s rich and diverse birdlife beyond its famous cuisine.
- Visit key birding habitats including freshwater swamp forest, paddy fields, and coastal mudflats.
- Spot resident and migratory species such as kingfishers, broadbills, pittas, waders, and shorebirds.
- Experience guided birdwatching led by an experienced local nature guide.
- Enjoy an immersive nature journey through Penang’s vibrant mainland ecosystems.
- Tour operates with a minimum one-week advance booking, subject to guide availability.
Included
- English-Speaking Bird guide
- Return transportation from hotel in Penang Island
- Drinking Bottle Water
Excluded
- Lunch is at your own cost
Travel Itinerary
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- 7:00 am – Pick-up from hotel in Penang Island. Begin your birdwatching adventure with an early morning departure.
- 8:00 am – Arrive at Air Hitam Dalam Educational Forest for guided birding.
- 10:00 am – Depart from Air Hitam Dalam Educational Forest.
- 10:30 am – Arrive at Permatang Pauh Paddy Fields for birdwatching.
- 1:00 pm – Lunch break (at own expense).
- 2:00 pm – Continue birding at Permatang Pauh Paddy Fields.
- 4:00 pm – Depart from Permatang Pauh Paddy Fields.
- 5:00 pm – Drop-off at hotel.
Note: The itinerary is subject to traffic and weather conditions.
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