Private Tour

Orangutan Island, A Responsible Wildlife Sanctuary Experience

Overview

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Our driver-host is more than just a driver, they are your local expert and storyteller, offering a personal and engaging experience throughout the journey. With in-depth knowledge of Orangutan Island and the sanctuary, they share meaningful insights and point out special moments that many visitors miss.

Passionate, professional, and genuinely attentive, they are dedicated to making your visit both memorable and enriching. All admission tickets are included, ensuring a smooth, worry-free experience from start to finish.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Orang Utan Island

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Orangutan Island in Bukit Merah, a dedicated sanctuary for rescued and rehabilitated orangutans. This ethical wildlife experience allows you to observe these intelligent primates in a semi-wild habitat, where they roam freely without exploitation. What to Expect: ️ Scenic Boat Ride – Travel across Bukit Merah Lake to reach the island. Up-Close Orangutan Observation – Watch them interact naturally from a secure viewing area. Conservation Insights – Learn about rehabilitation efforts and how the sanctuary protects endangered orangutans. Eco-Friendly Photo Opportunities – Capture moments responsibly, without disturbing the animals. Support Ethical Tourism – Your visit helps fund conservation and rescue programs.

3 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Entrance fee

Each individual gets (1) bottle

Pickup from your prefer location. Comfortable and Convenient Private Car & Driver

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Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Orangutans UpClose
John P,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Seeing these beautiful and intriguing orang-utans up slope is an amazing experience as is learning about the breeding program to help stabilize this endangered species.
A special morning with the Orangutans
Expedition299393,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Ronnie was awesome he brought fruit treats and knew where to go to get the best sights of the Orangutans. Because he knew all the rangers we able to get some up close time with the baby Orangutan and her mother which was a once in a lifetime experience.. I wholeheartedly recommend this trip.
An excellent and very...
Sylvia G,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
An excellent and very different experience. Learnt a lot about the endangered orang tans. Tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly as were the conservation facility staff. Well worth it. .
Amazing visit to see the Orangutangs
Michelle W,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great tour - we could see the orangutangs up close. Such a special project for conservation - well run and ethical! Vejay was a great driver (very safe) and shared so much information about Penang. He made the trip so much better. We would really recommend this tour. Comfortable vehicle.
Five Stars for Ronnie! A Knowledgeable and Friendly Day Bukit Merah Orangutan Island.
miriampX8149CJ,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visiting Orangutan Island on December 26, 2025, was a standout experience, primarily thanks to our driver, Ronnie. Punctual, well-spoken, and incredibly friendly, Ronnie provided a safe and comfortable journey while sharing a deep history of Penang and fascinating insights into the orangutans. He truly went above and beyond by facilitating a rare, close-up encounter with a mother and her baby, making the trip feel personal and unique. The sanctuary itself is a remarkable example of responsible wildlife tourism, where humans walk through a "caged" tunnel while the orangutans roam freely across the sanctuary. For anyone planning a visit, I highly recommend going on a weekday morning to avoid the larger, noisier crowds and to catch the animals at their most active before the midday heat. Hiring a private driver like Ronnie is the best way to handle the hour-long trip from Penang as he organises everything for you.
A beautiful experience in orangutang island 🦧
A335NXsophiem,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Vejay was helpful. Very knowledgeable about the town and was very informative, answered all questions we had. Went out of his way to make sure we had a good time.
A memorable experience !
LightPacker102148,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A most memorable return visit to Orangutan island , a rehab and rescue sanctuary that provides a safe habitat for these incredible primates . Thank you Lena for another very informative visit. The orangutans roam freely and are clearly well cared for and loved by the staff. A positive experience and well worth the journey to visit!
Fabulous and very privileged day
AllieEastMidlands,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Oh wow! We have one of the most perfect days. Our day started at 8 at our hotel meeting a very prompt Ronnie. Although the day was a bit drizzly it didn’t matter, we were assured that all would be well and we would definitely get to see the Orangutans. From out hotel it took about one and a half hours to reach the sanctuary. A short boat ride across the lake took us to where the orangutan live. Even before we got off the boat I had seen my first orangutan in the semi wild, we were lucky enough that it was feeding time so most of the orangutan had come to the feeding stations. In total there are 16 resident orangutan we were fortunate enough to see at least half of them. Remember this is not a zoo but a sanctuary and therefore the animals are allowed to roam and may not necessarily be the be there for you to take photographs of. During our time we were exceptionally lucky in that we were able to see a mother with her newborn baby, Ronnie, our guide had exceptional knowledge of both the sanctuary and of Penang island. Having been a tour guide for over 22 years he was both articulate, friendly, knowledgeable and altogether a great guy to spend time with. We have been so impressed with this tour, that we have booked with Ronnie again on Thursday.