Malaysia's State of Perak

Bukit Merah is a Laketown Resort at the edge of one of
Malaysia's largest lakes, in the state of Perak. Included
in this Resort is a Waterpark, Eco Park and lots of
restaurants. A fun family vacation.

Stay at the "Over water chalets" for the weekend

We arrive at the island and we are greeted with a
refreshing drink. We then make our way to the Orang
Utans. On this island, the Orang Utans run free and we are
the ones in the cages. We also get to meet Harry. Harry is
a 10 month old Orang Utan who was abandoned by this
mother. Not to worry, he gets lots of love from the staff at
the sanctuary....and the visitors as well.

Looks like the Orang Utans are all in good hands. Time to
head back to the Resort. Lunch is served at the Resort and
it comes with a spectacular 'Bamboo Dance'. I'd like to see
a spectator go up and try that. The snapping bamboo can
make for bruised ankles.

Entrance to Bukit Merah Laketown Resort

Baby Orangutan learning to play with toys

Male and female Orangutan sharing a coconut

Taken from the journel of the
Travelling Gecko
'Load em up', last stop Bukit Merah Lake cruise and Orang
Utan Island.

We arrive to many smiles and the sound of drums.
Ahhh.....I will miss all the welcome celebrations. We are
ushered to the boat deck to take the catamaran to the
Orang Utan Island. But stop...what do I see in front of
me?? A lizard?? Yikes !!!

Off to the boat as fast as I can. I don't think that scaly
creature can catch up with me.

We have our life vest on - 'All aboard for Orang Utan
Island'. The staff of the Resort line the dock to wave and
wish us a fun ride to the island. Hmmmm..... is there
something they are trying to tell us?

The ride feels cool ... a relief from the hot sun. I see the
island ahead. Very vegetated and remote. I can also hear
sounds....animal sounds.

Pangkor Laut Resort - Perak
Vacation Package For 2 Adults

Package price includes:
* Accommodation (Min 2 nights required)
* Full board meals
- Buffet Breakfast at Feast Village
- Set Lunch at Royal Bay Beach Club or Chapman’s Bar
- Set Dinner at Uncle Lim’s Kitchen or Feast Village
* Garden and Hill Villas have a maximum occupancy of
2 adults and 1 child. Sea and Spa Villas have a
maximum occupancy of 2 Adults