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Hutan Lipur Teluk Bahang
(Teluk Bahang Recreational Forest)

The 32-hectar Hutan Lipur Teluk Bahang makes an interesting introduction to the Malaysian forest. A forestry museum located within the vicinity provides details of the forest’s feature and history, while an arboretum presents the many varieties of local and exotic flora. It is located 24km form Georgetown.

Mini waterfall
The Hutan Lipur Teluk Bahang offers visitors with a variety of mini waterfalls. It also offers visitors cool and clear water in which to swim or splash around in. The natural beauty of the surrounding adds to the soothing and relaxing ambiance.

Picnicking
Ample picnic area located along the river are popular site for family outings during holidays. Shelters, tables and benches are placed at several location within picnic spots fot the visitors’ convenience.

Children’s Playground
The children’s playground is equipped with several playing facilities where children can indulge and enjoy themselves.

Leisurely Strolls
For a milder form of exercise, footpaths are also provided for visitors to stroll around the forest recreational areas. The cool and clean atmosphere coupled with the chirpping of birds and the creaking of insects further add to the sensory experience communing with mother nature.

Penang Forestry Museum
There is a forestry museum which displays items and publications on foresty aimed at educating the public on the importance and contributions of the forestry sector to the social-economic development of the nation. Click here for full story.

Hostel
Situated in this recreational forest is a hostel which has blocks catering for both men and women. It is equipped with beddings, a bathroom and a hall. This hostel is mainly for lodgers who attend courses or seminars.

Forest trails
The Forestry Department of Penang has set up five hiking trails for nature lovers. Explore one of the world's oldest tropical rainforest on foot and learn about plants and wildlife at the same time. Click here for full story.


For further enquiries, please contact:

Pejabat Hutan Negeri
Tingkat 20, Menara KOMTAR
10000 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Tel: 604-650 5250

Pejabat Renjer
Hutan Lipur Teluk Bahang
Teluk Bahang, 11050 Pulau Pinang
Malaysia
Tel: 604-885 1280

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