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and conservation area for fireflies, visible from tour boats.
Hp (012) 759 3468 Open: Daily, 8.30pm~11.30pm
TANJUNG BALAU FISHING VILLAGE
Kota Tinggi
Historic fishing village with a fine beach, hands- on fishing trips and a Fishermen’s Museum.
T (07) 884 3000 Open: Museum: Daily, 9am~6pm Closed: Hari Raya Aidilfitri (2 days)
TANJUNG PIAI NATIONAL PARK
Pontian
The southernmost tip of mainland Asia is rich in mangrove forest species with excellent birdwatching from
the walkways. Nearby villages are noted for seafood restaurants. T (07) 266 1301
Open: Daily, 9am~5pm
TELUK SENGAT CROCODILE FARM
Kota Tinggi
The oldest crocodile farm in the country. Don’t
miss the feeding sessions (inquire for feeding time). T (07) 895 5220
Open: Daily, 9am~6.30pm
UK AGRO FARM
Kluang
Malaysia’s largest
goat and sheep farm, with horse riding,
sheep herding, farm stays and tours.
T (07) 759 7555
Open: Daily, 9am~5.30pm
ZENXIN ORGANIC PARK
Kluang
Organic farm offering guided tours, petting zoo and family activities.
T (07) 759 5196
Open: Daily, 8.30am~5.30pm
KEDAH
CROCODILE ADVENTURELAND LANGKAWI
Langkawi
Malaysia’s largest reptile attraction with 4,000 crocodiles, croc training and feeding shows and an animatronic dinosaur park. T (04) 959 2559
Open: Daily, 11am-5pm, showtimes from 10.30am
GUNUNG JERAI
Yan
The highest mountain in the northern part of the
Peninsula (1,217 m) has 30,000 steps leading to the peak, with a resort and a forestry museum at the top. T (04) 735 3664 (Forestry Dept. Sungai Petani)
Open: Daily/ 24hrs
GUNUNG RAYA NATURE PARK
Langkawi
Langkawi’s highest peak, accessible by road or 5km trail. Attractions include Lubuk Sembilan Waterfalls, wildlife trails, teahouse,
art gallery and museum. T (04) 966 7789
Open: Daily, 9am~5pm
ISMAIL CHE KAQ NIPAH FARM
Yan
Yan Nipah palm plantation producing nectar from the world’s oldest palm species. Refreshing
nipah drinks, sweetmeats and vinegar for sale.
Hp (012) 435 5104
Open: Sun, Mon, Tue & Thu, 11.30am~6pm, Fri, 2.30pm~6pm
Closed: Wed
KILIM GEOFOREST PARK
Langkawi
Malaysia’s oldest limestone landscape also features extensive mangroves packed with wildlife. Best explored on a guided tour, which includes the famous
A Crocodile Adventureland Langkawi trainer and one of the 4,000 resident crocodiles thrilling the audience at a daily feeding show.
Gua Kelawar (bat cave).
T (04) 959 2323
Open: Daily, 9am~5pm Closed: Hari Raya Aidilfitri
LAGENDA LANGKAWI ON THE PARK
Langkawi
Folklore-themed recreational park depicting local legends with statues. Open: Daily/24hrs
LAKE OF THE
PREGNANT MAIDEN (TASIK DAYANG BUNTING) Langkawi (Access by boat) Langkawi’s largest lake
is named for mythical Princess Dayang Sari
who buried her stillborn child here. Local legend claims childless women who bathe here can subsequently conceive. Open: Daily, 6am~8pm
LANGKAWI
WILDLIFE PARK Langkawi
Imposing walk-through aviary with many native and other species, as well as a mini zoo.
T (04) 966 5855 Open: Daily, 8.30am~5.30pm
MARDI LANGKAWI AGRO TECHNOLOGY PARK Langkawi
This 35-hectare park offers insights into high- tech farming systems and fresh produce for sale.
T (04) 953 2550 Open: Sun-Thu,