Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island & Perak Cave Temple Day Tour
Description
Get an up close look at the endangered orangutan on this incredible private tour of Orang Utan Island. Experience some of the area’s most stunning natural highlights and learn more about local wildlife. Also visit Perak Tong Cave Temple has become one of the best cave temples in Malaysia. Enjoy the air-conditioned comfort and convenience of your own private vehicle • Day trip to the Orang Utan Island sanctuary in Bukit Merah • Enjoy a Short Ferry Cruise on the Freshwater lake of Bukit Merah Lake Town. • Fascinating firsthand experience of Malaysian orangutans • Experts reveal the lives & behaviors of the smart creatures • Chance to capture photos of playful apes swinging in trees • Support the center to maintain welfare of the resident orangutan. • Complimentary visit to Sam Poh Tong cave temple.
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Itinerary
6.00 AM : Meet & Greet by our chauffer at Hotel Lobby & driven to the Orang Utan Island in Bukit Merah through north south highway.
Beautiful scenery of rain forest, mountainous range, oil palm plantation, rubber plantation & the landscape. Stop at the rest area.
Ipoh is a city in northwestern of Malaysia. We just drive pass by highway through the many beautiful lime stone hills. Menora Tunnel Drive Pass 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. Perak River (Sungai Perak) Drive Pass Perak River is the second longest river in Peninsular Malaysia.
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation Stop- 2 Hours 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.
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.
Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple (Perak Tong) The 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 centre 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. (lunch on your own)
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (5km radius from KLCC). You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended
- Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
Reviews(16)
We had a fantastic day out seeing the Orang Utans and the Cave temple in Perak. Our driver and guide Rajan was excellent, very informative on the drive in and out, recommended food to try and knew a lot about the Orangs at the reserve. We were lucky enough to go when there were several young orangs, we got some great pictures. Don’t miss the steps up to the top of the temple, hot work but well worth it. A thoroughly enjoyable day and we would recommend to everyone.
Loved it! It’s a long 4hr drive from KL but worth the trip. The Orangutan’s were amazing to visit and the tour guide there was very knowledgeable and passionate about the animals in their care. As a sanctuary they take their care very seriously. *best part of the trip. After that we had a lunch at the resort. The food was ok but nothing special. The prices were reasonable. Next we went to temple. Some of the stairs were closed so there wasn’t access to all of the levels. Helmi, our driver was personable and even drove us to the airport a few days later when it was time to fly home.
Amazing experience. Our driver Rajan was wonderful. Friendly and informative! Able to give great suggestions and connect us to all the right people. Totally recommend!
A very nice trip. You get to see orangutans up close. Our driver Rajan was amazing and very knowledgeable, he was very informative during the whole trip.
We had the best day! Orangutan island was a brilliant experience, the guide was wonderful, it was so nice to see the great work they are doing to rehabilitate and then release these wonderful orangutans. Our guide for the day was Albinhar he was so helpful and professional. We would recommend this day trip 😊
Dreadful driving throughout the trip. Tailgating at 140 kph is absurd and dangerous Still doing that speed in pouring rain must rate as suicidal Felt rushed throughout and I would question if the journey is worth the visit to the sanctuary. The knowledgeable ranger promised on the island hardly spoke at all and had to be asked questions before giving dubious answers. His overall knowledge seemed poor The trip to the cave gave insufficient time to really explore the whole temple having been told we must return in an hour but being urged to return quicker. We took our time and returned after an hour where upon the driver disappeared and left us hanging around for a further 30 minutes Think carefully before booking this trip it is not worth the money and if they all drive like our guide then someone will end up dead
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are deeply concerned to hear about your experience, particularly regarding the unsafe driving and rushed itinerary. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities, and the issues you described fall far short of the standards we aim to uphold. The concerns about dangerous driving behavior are extremely serious, and we will address this immediately with the driver involved. Such behavior is completely unacceptable and not in line with our commitment to guest safety. We also regret that you felt rushed and that the guide did not provide the level of knowledge and engagement you were expecting. We strive to ensure that all our guides are well-informed and that every destination offers an enriching experience. Your feedback about the scheduling and lack of coordination during the tour is equally important, and we will review our itinerary and processes to ensure a more seamless experience for future guests. We understand your frustration and disappointment, and we sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve. Safe travels!
Interesting experience. The rescue centre is based on an island and the management of the transition from mainland to island was smooth and troubled free. The Island had several Orangutang that could viewed and they looked well cared for and healthy. Overall a worthwhile experience
Great day trip. Our Tour Guide/Driver was fabulous. Great interaction between us and him. Trip was spectacular. A real fun day out.
Not satisfactory. Driver spoke limited English, and offered no insights whatsoever. Fortunately, the woman at the Orangutan facility was excellent. Car was a smallish Toyota that we sat in the cramped backseat of for a long time. The first time that I can remember where a bottle of water was not provided.
Dear Jeff, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We sincerely apologize for falling short of your expectations during your recent tour. Your feedback is invaluable as we continuously strive to enhance the quality of our services. We regret that the language barrier with the driver and the lack of insights provided were significant concerns for you. We understand the importance of clear communication and engaging experiences during our tours, and we are committed to addressing these issues to ensure a more enriching and enjoyable customer experience in the future. We are delighted to hear that the woman at the Orangutan facility made a positive impression. Our team appreciates your acknowledgment of her excellent service, and we will ensure that such commendable standards are maintained throughout all aspects of our tours. Regarding the vehicle conditions and the absence of a provided bottle of water, we sincerely apologize for any discomfort caused. Your comments have been duly noted, and we will review our procedures to ensure that our customers' needs and comfort are prioritized in every aspect of our tours. We genuinely value your feedback, and if you would be open to providing additional details or suggestions for improvement, please feel free to contact our customer support team. We are committed to learning from this experience and making the necessary adjustments to enhance our services. Once again, we appreciate your feedback and apologize for any inconvenience you may have encountered. We hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust in the future. Safe travels!
The tour guide was amazing! He was super helpful and made sure I was comfortable. The orangutan park was great, I loved the temple afterwards too. You can climb to the top but it’s 450 steps up, the views are well worth the climb
