About The Habitat Penang Hill
The Habitat Penang Hill, The world-class rainforest discovery center, is built to preserve nature and give people an educational attraction located at the edge of the Penang Hill rainforest reserve in Penang, Malaysia. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the island's biodiversity richness and learn more about the importance of rainforest conservation.
There are a lot of things that you can do here, such as taking a walk while having your leisure time learning about the rainforest and its inhabitants, you can also explore the Curtis Crest Treetop Walk that will take you into the canopy of the rainforest and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding areas. You can also look at the Visitor Centre where you will see various exhibits that will teach you about plants and animals of the rainforest. There is also a place where you can experience a virtual journey through the Penang Hill rainforest, discovering its hidden wonders and diverse inhabitants. Last, you don’t have to worry about foods and drinks because The Habitat Penang Hill’s cafe will welcome numerous refreshing drinks and delicious foods with stunning views of the lush greenery around.
Having a mission to educate, and research, while sustaining tourism that conserves biodiversity, The Habitat Penang Hill is a perfect place for nature lovers and people who want to have a leisure time away from the busy hustling city full of crowds to a relaxing and calming environment to refresh themself from the mundane world. In here Traveloka has summarized some information about The Habitat Penang Hill that will help you prepare before visiting this heaven-like place.
The Latest Habitat Penang Hill’s price ticket 2024
Before visiting the Habitat Penang Hill, it would be better to know the ticket price in advance so you will be able to calculate your budget. There are some attractions with different ticket prices that you can reserve. Here are the details of the Latest Habitat Penang Hill’s price.
- The Habitat Penang Hill ticket price - Wild Immersion VR Experience: RM 24.96
- The Habitat Penang Hill ticket price - Day Admission: Starting from RM 36.00
- Standard Entry Ticket: Starting from RM 54.00
- The Habitat Penang Hill ticket price - Day Admission + Wild Immersion VR Experience: Starting from RM 72.90.
Please remember that the ticket price might differ anytime without prior notification. It is preferable for you to check Traveloka’s page for more information. By booking through Traveloka you might get some discounts and promotions that will be worth your money.
The Habitat Penang Hill opening hours
In order to fully explore The Habitat Penang Hill, it is important for you to know about the opening hours of the place. By knowing this, you will be able to organize your time more efficiently. The Habitat Penang Hill is open daily, Monday to Sunday, from 9.00 AM to 7.00 PM, with last entry at 5.50 PM for general park admission. While the sunset walk experience is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 5.30 PM to 7.45 PM, with the last entry at 6.30 PM.
Attractions and Activities at The Habitat Penang Hill
1. Having walks on the Curtis Crest Treetop Walk
Walking through the Curtis Crest Treetop walk will give you an unforgettable image of the stunning Penang Island, towering trees and the diversity of the birdlife that live inside the rainforest. This iconic walkway will take you 13 meters above the rainforest floor, offering a breathtaking 360-degree view of Penang Island's Coastline and the surrounding greenery hills.
2. Another walk through Langur Way Canopy Walk
Langur Way Canopy Walk will take you to another unforgettable experience through the heart of the rainforest, offering another unique perspective of the fresh greenery and the diverse wildlife living in the forest. In here you will need to look out from the playful langur monkeys swinging through the trees but please enjoy and take a deep breath of the fresh air made only in that rainforest.
3. Have another Journey through Unique Trails.
There are two traits that you can explore here. The Reservoirs Trails where it will take you past two reservoirs, offering peaceful moments surrounded by the mother of nature. You will need to climb some stairs, where on top, you will be rewarded by a stunning view of the reservoirs and spot various birds, including hornbills and eagles. Another Trails is The Monkey Cup Trails. This family-friendly trails will lead you to the Monkey Cup, a natural rock formation that looks like a cup. Like the names, during the way to the cup you will be greeted by numerous monkeys around the area.
4. Nature Interpretation Centre
The Nature Interpretation Centre is a gem for anyone wanting to learn more about The Habitat Penang Hill and the rainforest’s flora and fauna. It is also teaching people about the importance and the beauty of the rainforest conservation done by the Habitat Penang Hill and the history behind The Habitat Penang Hill itself. Here you will be offered various fun activities where in one area you will get a quiz to test your knowledge about the rainforest, and the other one you will get to touch a table with different types of rainforest plants and animals through your own skin.
5. Hilltop Cafe
Not just your ordinary cafe, The Hilltop Cafe is a heaven for panoramic views, refreshing breezes and delicious foods among the rainforest canopy. Surrounded by lush greenery and bathed with natural light, the cafe offers a calming and relaxing vibe. The open design also allows you to connect more with the surrounding nature. It is a truly unique and unforgettable dining experience that you cannot find anywhere else.
6. Wild Immersion VR Experience
Dive into the captivating virtual journey through the heart of the Penang Hill rainforest with the Wild Immersion VR Experience at The Habitat Penang Hill. This advanced technology will take you to diverse ecosystems around the world, offering the unforgettable experience of the wonders of nature. From the African Savannah the Colombian rainforest, and the ocean's depth, you can experience it all in this one area.
Tips to The Habitat Penang Hill
First of all, book your tickets in advance, especially during peak season or if you're interested in specific activities such as the VR Experience. Besides, it is more efficient because you don’t need to queue long to buy your tickets. It is often cheaper online rather than on-site buying.
The other tips is to wear your most comfortable clothes and essentials such as sunscreen that will protect you against the bright sun, insect repellent because you will have your journey inside of the rainforest, and a reusable water bottle to keep yourself dehydrated at all times.
Location and how to get to The Habitat Penang Hill
Located in Jalan Bukit Bendera, 11500 Bukit Bendera, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, The Habitat Penang Hill is placed on the rainforest that is full of the fresh air from nature and the ambiance of the real-active forest. There are a few ways for you to get into the Habitat Penang Hill, here are the option that you might want to use:
1. Bus
There are a few buses that you can use. First of all, is the Rapid Penang bus no.101 or 501. It will take you to the Penang Hill Lower Station and the journey will take about 30 minutes. The second choice is to take Rapid bus no.502 to the same destination, The Penang Hill Lower Station, with this bus it will take about 15 minutes.
2. Train.
You can take the Penang Hill Funicular Railway which departs every 30 minutes. The journey will take about 5 minutes to the destination.
There is another hard way for a challenger. You can go to the Habitat Penang Hill by hiking. You can take a taxi or bus to the Penang Botanical Gardens and climb up there. It will take around 3 to 4 hours of hiking, but if you’re a challenger and want to experience nature completely, this might be a considerable way to visit the Habitat Penang Hill.
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