Penang Day Trips & Excursions

Explore the colorful underwater world of the Pulau Payar Marine Park on this great day trip from Penang.

Start early with a high-speed catamaran trip to Pulau Payar from Penang, a marine park off the Peninsular Malaysia. Clear shimmering waters that surround the island is perfect for snorkeling or even diving. Having been cordoned off as a marine park in 1985 this park has been made a study center for marine researchers.

One hour each way from Penang by high-speed catamaran, explore Pulau Payar, the only Marine Park off the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The crystal clear water is reputed to support a multitude of colorful marine life and large species of corals, and is ideal for snorkeling.

Scuba diving can be arranged at additional cost. Buffet lunch is served at the platform. Facilities include an underwater observatory.

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Explore Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple, Kek Lok Si, perched against a hill slope in Air Itam. Marvel at the statue of the Goddess of Mercy and the 30 meter high Pagoda and take a stroll through the Penang Botanical Gardens located at the foot of Penang Hill on this 4-hour tour.

Walk up the steps to Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple in Penang, Kek Lok Si, perched against a hill slope in Air Itam. Marvel at the statue of the Goddess of Mercy and the 30 meter high Pagoda. See the 'Pond of Longevity', home for hundreds of tortoises set free by the devotees.

Ride on the Funicular Railway up to Penang Hill. Next, visit the century old 72-acres Penang Botanical Gardens located at the foot of Penang Hill. Stroll through the main gardens, learn about the rare species of flora and fauna while monkeys roam freely in their natural habitats.

IMPORTANT: The Funicular Railway will be under maintenance during 06 January to 31 March 2011. During this time the Funicular Railway experience will be replaced with a visit to the Botanical Gardens also known as the Waterfall Gardens.

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Explore Penang the 'Pearl of the Orient' from its sandy shores to the quaint countryside. Visit a traditional Batik Factory, Snake Temple, International jewelry factory and a Malay Kampung (village). A great way to experience Penang in a nutshell!

You'll be picked up from your Penang hotel and taken to a Batik Factory to experience the traditional technique of batik printing using wax and dyes.

Learn about the rubber tapping, spices and local Penang fruits on this discovery tour.

Tour continues to a Malay Kampung , an old style Malaysian village, where you will have the chance to mingle with the locals. Visit the legendary Snake Temple, where green Pit Vipers adorn the altars.

Observe the art of jewelery making at the OE Design, an international jewelry factory located at the Free Trade Zone. See how gold, platinum and gemstones are put together into a fine piece of jewelry.

View the 3rd longest bridge in the world which links the Penang Island to the mainland and journey through historic Georgetown before returning to your hotel.

Note: During weekends and public holidays the jewelry factory visit is replaced with a visit to the Penang Buttery Farm, a butterfly sanctuary for over 120 species of exotic butterflies.

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A white, sandy tropical island off Penang is today's calling. Take a short boat trip to an uninhabited island for a day of fun in the sun, sand and sea. Enjoy a spot of fishing or an invigorating jungle trek followed by a delicious barbecue lunch.

Take a 30 minute boat ride from Penang to an uninhabited white sandy beach fringed with coconut trees and frequented by monkeys from the nearby jungle. Enjoy the sun, the sea and the barbecue lunch by the beach.

For those who love fishing, you can try your luck with the equipment provided and if your into adventure, take a short jungle trek in the surrounding foothills.

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Penang has perhaps the largest and well preserved colonial-era old town, with excellent examples of Chinese clan houses, colonial homes, public buildings and private mansions. Visit Chew Jetty, Little India and exciting Chinatown, and make a stop at the world famous Royal Selangor. Before the day is over stop at Wat Chayamankalaram to see the big reclining Buddha.

Take a drive through colonial Georgetown to Fort Cornwallis, the most prominent historical remains of Penang. Learn about the strait settlement history and rich heritage of Penang at the State Museum.

Visit Chew Jetty, the early stilted Chinese settlement of Penang and later the colorful Little India and the bustling Chinatown before stopping at Royal Selangor to witness the unique art of Pewter craftsmanship.

Final stop is Wat Chayamankalaram, which houses one of the world's largest reclining Buddha. Option to drop off for shopping at Gurney Plaza.

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