For those with a specific interest in tropical wildlife and nature exploration, the Penang National Park, situated on the north-western tip at Teluk Bahang, is one of the only tropical rainforest on the island to do just that.
Hiking tracks can be a little treacherous with steep climb, wet and uneven ground. Routes may also be covered with tree roots, rocks and trunks and may not be suitable for children and elderly. Another more pleasurable way of seeing the park is via the boat trips that can be arranged at the entrance of the park. Prices vary according to the distant to various hot spots within the area.
Travellers hoping to stay within George Town may also take the option of the regular local public transport to the National Park. Catch the Bus 101 that runs intermittently from the jetty at every 10 to 15 minutes interval and alight at the last stop before it turns back towards town.
Spanning over 1.2 hectares of land and sea and declared the Penang National Park in early 2003, this spot is known to home around 417 flora and 143 fauna species, which has played an important role for geological, archaeological, historical and scientific interests.
Come prepared with ample drinking water, proper trekking shoes, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, hat and change of clothes for activities such as jungle trekking, camping, fishing, wildlife and bird spotting, or just a relaxing time sunbathing on its pristine and quiet beaches.
Hiking tracks can be a little treacherous with steep climb, wet and uneven ground. Routes may also be covered with tree roots, rocks and trunks and may not be suitable for children and elderly. Another more pleasurable way of seeing the park is via the boat trips that can be arranged at the entrance of the park. Prices vary according to the distant to various hot spots within the area.
The more popular beaches along the coastline include Monkey Beach, Muka Head and Kerachut Beach, with the latter being the furthest away from the entrance. In that area, you will also find the rare meromictic lake (where layers of water, including its organism’s ecosystem, do not intermix).
Turtle-spotting or egg-laying seasons are between April and August for the Green Sea turtles and the Olive Ridley turtles between September and February. Take note that these activities are done in the late evenings and require travellers to arrange an overnight stay.
Travellers hoping to stay within George Town may also take the option of the regular local public transport to the National Park. Catch the Bus 101 that runs intermittently from the jetty at every 10 to 15 minutes interval and alight at the last stop before it turns back towards town.
The park's official opening hours are from 8am to 5pm every day. Travellers hoping to travel outside of these hours should visit at their own risks.
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