Tag: tour
Kuala Selangor’s fading flashes
“Another boatman Ali Hashim, 35, admits that it is embarassing when visitors are not satisfied with the light show. “They came from far and went away disappointed. We are disappointed too but there’s very little that we can do. It’s a shame if we lose this natural wonder to greed and ignorance,” says Ali” - [...]
Posted: April 22nd, 2009 under Nature - Insect, View - Diary entries.
Tags: conservation, eco friendly, eco tour, eco tourism, ecology, fireflies, KL, Malaysia, tour
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Langkawi in bad shape
Forest and wildlife degradation happening under local enforcement dept’s nose; we hear this over and over again, all the time. People who are paid to do their job looked the other way and locals themselves are none better either. This is an honest observation by those who visited Malaysia frequently and love our country like [...]
Posted: March 2nd, 2009 under Conservation - Environment, View - Diary entries.
Tags: conservation, hotel, Langkawi, national park, nature, rain forest, sustainable tourism, tour, tourist, trek, wildlife
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Tour Package - Kuala Gula, Matang, Tanjung Piandang Sea Shore Village, Heritage & Nature Trail
Overview
Just 80km from tip to toe, Kuala Gula shoreline is textbook Malaysia. This corridor blends seaside flair with inland tropical warmth and its jewels are tucked in unspoilt nooks and crannies not mentioned in any guidebooks or touristy maps. To say the least, it ticks all the right boxes for a dream countryside romp.
Beyond the [...]
Posted: September 27th, 2008 under Nature - Bird Watching, Nature tour packages.
Tags: bird watching, eco tourism, geotourism, guided tour, kuala gula, Malaysia, responsible tourism, sustainable tourism, tour
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Tour Package - Kuala Kangsar, Taiping and Larut Matang History & Heritage Trail
Overview
All Malaysians who didn’t sleep through history classes with tell you that the region of Larut-Matang-Kuala Kangsar is where the song of history hit high notes again in 19th century and it is THE place where Malaysia’s foundation of wealth originated.
After demise of Malacca Sultanate in 15th century, Malaysian history laid low for the next [...]
Posted: September 24th, 2008 under Architecture - Rural, Nature tour packages.
Tags: heritage tour, heritage trail, history, Malaysian, Peranakan, tour
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Tour Package - Bagan Krian Heritage, Ecotour & Firefly Sunset Boat Safari
Overview
Imagine a trail that takes you back in time and confronts you with wildlife and plants that have been around longer than mankind.
If you’re still operating under misguided assumption that the Malaysian countryside is all about paddy fields, coconut trees and rainforest, this well-researched trail designed by us with change your mind very quickly.
The mangrove [...]
Posted: September 13th, 2008 under Nature - Insect, Nature - Plants, Nature tour packages.
Tags: bird watching, eco tourism, fireflies, geotourism, Ipoh, Malaysia, responsible tourism, sustainable tourism, tour
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Tour Package - Rafflesia Flower Deep Jungle Trek & Orang Asli Village
Overview
Towering trees rise from the floor to sky. Shady creek flowing with pristine water. The intricate ecosystem shares its gems in every nook and corner, offering unmatched experience for nature explorers - and once such fine example is the Rafflesia bloom.
The exotic and mysterious Rafflesia bloom has always fascinated intrepid adventurers. Now, one can enjoy [...]
Posted: August 21st, 2008 under Nature tour packages.
Tags: adventure, eco tourism, jungle guide, jungle trek, nature, rain forest, sustainable tourism, tour, trekking
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Malaysian Travel Guide, Tips, Advice, Cost and Safety
No one tests the depth of a river with both feet. Don’t dive in as soon as you spot the cheapest deal. One must first and foremost decide whether the price is boon or bait.
More often than not, one can expect quality and comfort to go downhill in cheap stays or tours. Hence, understanding the [...]
Posted: August 3rd, 2008 under Malaysia - For beginners.
Tags: accommodation, guide, holiday, hotel, Malaysia, safety, tour, tour operator, travel
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