Orang Utan Island Day Tour

3.9
(10 reviews)

8 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

• Leave the busy city behind for a chance to explore Kuala Lumpur's beautiful countryside
• Step into the wild as you visit a popular ecotourism destination
• Head to the Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island and watch orangutans play
• Learn about the importance of orangutans in our ecosystem and what the center does in order to preserve the species
• Have a leisurely walk and take in the beautiful landscape at Taiping Lake Garden
• All entrance fees are included in the tour price
• Round-trip transfers from your KL hotel are provided

A 35-acre island nestled within the idyllic setting of Bukit Merah Laketown Resort, an eco-friendly 7000-acre freshwater lakeside vacation getaway in Semanggol, Perak – Orang Utan Island is today a global eco-tourism destination.

Get up close and personal with the endangered orangutans cared for on the island. Witness them play in their own habitat and swing from tree to tree

What's Included

Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Entrance
Round-trip ferry ticket (to/from Orang Utan Island)
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
English-speaking driver
Perak Tong Cave Temple Visit
Hotel pick up & drop off ( 4 km in city centre )
Gratuities (optional)
Any donation to temple
Food and drinks
Additional Meals and beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Arrive at the meet-up location 10 minutes before the scheduled activity time Private Tour: We will pick up all the travelers from there hotel lobby at Kuala Lumpur City Hotels. Please contact us, if you are not sure whether your hotel is within our pick-up zone.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kuala Lumpur

    7AM: Meet & Greet by our chauffer at Hotel Lobby & driven to the Orang Utan Island in Bukit Merah through north south highway.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Tapah (Pass by)

    Pass by Beautiful scenery of rain forest, mountainous range, oil parm plantation, rubber plantation & the landscape. Stop at the rest area.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Ipoh is a city in northwestern of Malaysia. We just drive pass by highway through the many beatifull lime stone hills.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Menora Tunnel is a highway tunnel in Perak. It is an 800-metre tunnel on the North–South Expressway Northern Route.The Menora tunnel was opened officially in 1986. There are two tunnels side by side for each direction and it was drill through the hill.

    Admission ticket free
  • Perak (Pass by)

    Perak River is the second longest river in Peninsular Malaysia.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation

    Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island runs a nursery and research center for orangutans besides the rehabilitation facility. Orang Utan Island, a 2-hectare rehabilitation and conservation centre where Orang Utans roam freely. A 20-minute boat ride will bring you to the Island that serves as a breeding sanctuary as well as a conservation, research and education centre for the better understanding of this endangered species. On arrival, board the boat heading to the Orang Utan Island. Step ashore and amaze yourself with the ‘People of the Jungle’ or Orang Utan, an endangered species. Scientifically identified as very smart animals, Orang Utans have one of the longest birth intervals, on an average, once in every 8 years. Enjoy the hour & half at this dedicated rehabilitation sanctuary. Capture lots of photos for your remembrance. Return back to the jetty at mainland.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Take a stroll around the park while the driver arrange transport to the island.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Have a leisurely walk and take in the beautiful landscape at Taiping Lake Garden

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Sam Poh Tong Temple is a Chinese temple built within a limestone cave and is the oldest and the main cave temple in Ipoh. The temple was built in a raw limestone cave in the mountains located about 5 km from the city center and follows the Buddhist branch of Mahāyāna Buddhism. From a steep climb of 246 steps to the cave opening, visitors can view the city of Ipoh and its surroundings. (average physical condition required for steep climb) Stop by for restroom & lunch on the way back to hotel. (Simple Set Local Lunch)

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended
Supplied by Way to Kuala Lumpur

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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