Collectibles in The Hills
9 min read
THERE IS SOMETHING deeply satisfying about crossing off an item that has lingered far too long on your to-do list.…
Walking Through Penang’s Lesser Hill Range—The Trans Nine Peaks
7 min read
MENTION HILLS ON Penang Island, and Penang Hill and its greater range comes to mind; this starts at the southwest…
When The Waters Recede: Walking to Batu Ferringhi Isle
6 min read
Often called Lover’s Isle by locals, Batu Ferringhi—or Foreigner’s Rock—is the very isle that lent its name to the long stretch of coastline beside it, now one of Penang’s tourist attractions.
Exploring Penang’s Frontier in Bukit Panchor State Park
6 min read
ALONG THE SOUTHEAST border of mainland Penang is the 446ha Bukit Panchor State Park, a natural paradise characterised by towering…
Mount Elvira: In Search of a Lost Bungalow
6 min read
ANY AVID HIKER in Penang with a keen interest in conquering the many peaks of the state would spend time…
Penang Slipper Orchid: The Crowning Jewel of Penang's Floral Diversity
5 min read
The lush and verdant hills of Penang are home to a plethora of flora and fauna, which have enthused many naturalists over the generations. Much like some local fauna which have inspired awe and popular appeal, certain species of flora too have aroused fascination and intrigue.
Bukit Langkap: A Modest Hill With a Splendid View
5 min read
SLIGHTLY NORTH OF Bukit Mertajam is a low cluster of peaks, including Bukit Gua Gempas and Bukit Langkap, with the…
Bukit Susu: A Hike through Penang’s History and Agricultural Heritage
6 min read
THE NARROW AND densely populated Paya Terubong valley is characterised by steep hills to its east and west. The eastern flank rises to the peaks of Bukit Kukus...
A Perfect Hike on Pulau Rimau
5 min read
JUST OFF THE southern tip of Penang Island sits the lush tree-covered isle of Pulau Rimau. Having ticked off all the other large isles around Penang, Pulau Rima...
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The Crowning Jewels of Penang's Biodiversity: Wild Orchids of Penang Hill
7 min read
PENANG HILL, with its cooler climes and dense forest coverage, is a renowned tourist destination and a favourite hiking spot. It harbours rich biodiversity, key...
Terrific Sights on Offer Up Bukit Seraya
5 min read
Hike At A GlanceLength: 3 hours 30 minutes to the Tualang tree (it takes almost as long to get back the same way. An alternate, shorter route through the orchar...
How Not To Get Lost On A Hike and What To Do If You Do
6 min read
“AREN’T YOU SCARED of getting lost in the jungle?” I have lost count of how many times I’ve been asked this question, and I am sure many other hikers would have...