We arranged our booking over the phone as I had found a number for Khairul on the kualasepetang.com website whilst doing some research. As far as I could find, this was the only way to pre book so hesitantly went ahead. No pre payment necessary, but it was a bit more costly as there were only 2 of us to split the cost between. However, it was totally worth it to see these amazing creatures in the wild and to be shown by someone local, who truly has a passion for these wonderful little creatures, and the environment around. Despite my reservations to begin with, the tour was very well organised and we were met at the toll plaza and shown the way to go. It is amazing how close you are to amazing wildlife when only a few minutes before were on a very busy motorway!
As far as the amount of fireflies is concerned (I know a number of reviews i read commented on low numbers in other places) the were trees full twinkling away, whilst Khairul told us all about them!
A wonderful way to spend an evening and even better to support local people with a great attitude to the environment
Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve
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Rank 201 of 644 in Entertainment
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Location : Kuala Sepetang 34650, Perak View Map...
Background
Claim businessThe entrance to the reserve is about 500m outside the town; ask the bus driver to let you off when you see the big gateway and sign on your right reading ‘Pejabat Hutan Kecil Paya Laut’. Here a raised wooden walkway winds its way through a small section of the reserve, allowing you to explore this fascinating ecosystem without getting your feet damp. There are several signs along the route explaining, in English, what plants you are looking at and how it all works. Smooth otters, leopard cats and macaques all inhabit this landscape, though you’re unlikely to see much more than the odd bird and scampering lizard unless you’re here in the early morning or evening.