Nature Learning Activities at Entopia Penang
1. Nature Talk: The Nature Activity Team of Entopia Penang is eager to share their love and passion for nature with you. Join Nature Talk, a fun and exciting guided tour where you get to explore the most fascinating details about Mother Nature. The tours are thirty minutes long and conducted at different times of the day throughout the week.
2. Vita Nova: A one-of-its-kind experience awaits you at Entopia Penang’s Vita Nova, which shows you the beauty of ‘New Life’. Witness the first flight of newly-emerged butterflies as they are released into the mesmerising aviary of the farm. The enchanting nature learning activity is conducted on all days of the week for two half-an-hour sessions from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM – 4 PM.
3. Bug Exploration: Entopia Penang’s bug residents are waiting for you at the Bug Exploration. Spot the tiny creatures as they go about their lives in the safe haven of Entopia. The nature learning activity also gives you an exciting chance to learn about the intriguing anatomy, diet, lifestyle, and anything you can think of about the bugs. You can attend the tour on all days of the week for two half-an-hour sessions and a special weekend session on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Places to visit near Entopia Penang
1. The Habitat Penang Hill: Walk into the heart of the Malaysian rainforest and soak in the sounds, smells, and colours at Habitat Penang Hill. Explore the ancient forest and witness the majestic hills and the Andaman Sea as you head on a 1.6-kilometre-long nature trail. The Habitat has in store several adventurous options, like the 15-metre-high Langur Way Canopy Walk, the ziplines, and the Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk.
2. Clan Jetties, George Town: Penang’s Clan Jetties are among the state’s most important historical areas, especially those in the capital city, George Town. Created by nineteenth-century Chinese immigrants, clan jetties were unique water settlements where structures and houses were built over water and became villages. Over the years, the clans of these villages expanded and claimed regions of the dock and settled there. Modern-day jetties are popular tourist attractions and offer glimpses of the past cultural history.
3. Kek Lok Si Temple: Malaysia’s largest Buddhist Temple, the Kek Lok Si Temple, is more than a century old and is one of the nation’s most important pilgrimage sites. The Kek Lok Si has a seven-tiered pagoda, more than ten thousand Buddha statues, and the world’s tallest statue of the Buddhist goddess Kuan Yin. Explore the vibrant prayer halls, mesmerising gardens, and ponds teeming with fishes and turtles as you visit the iconic temple.
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4. Penang National Park: Among the smallest national parks in the world in terms of area, the Penang National Park boasts five distinct habitats housing more than 400 plant species. Forests and mangroves are aplenty here, and you can also witness the seacoast and its habitat. The park is renowned for its trails, which have been maintained in their original condition and cover the major landmarks of the park.
5. Penang Hill Funicular, Bukit Bendera: The Penang Hill Funicular has the world’s steepest tunnel track and offers stunning views of Penang Hill. The short yet fun ride was started in 1923 with wooden carriages and first and second-class seating. The modern system has modern air conditioned trains that have a capacity of 100 passengers per ride and take five to 25 minutes to reach the top. At the top, visitors can enjoy the viewing decks, gallery, café and food court.
6. Batu Ferringhi Night Market: The Batu Ferringhi Night Market is a vast night market that has more than 100 stalls. Open till midnight every day, the market has everything from traditional items to copies of famous brand items. Shop for local souvenirs like batik prints, lacquer plates, and fragile paper lamps, as well as copies of branded clothing and accessories. Indulge in local delicacies like the Teochew chendol at the various food outlets that line the streets.
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Tips to Visit Entopia Penang
- It is recommended that you wear something light and comfortable so you can make the best of your time at the tropical sanctuary. Wear comfortable footwear as you would have to walk quite a lot as you explore Entopia.
- A special tip is if you wear bright colours like red, orange, or yellow, there are more chances that butterflies will come and land on you.
- If you wish to click selfies with the butterflies, then find a bench and sit still or stay in one place for a while so that the butterflies can land on you.
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