Gunung Pulai Recreational Forest
A bit north of Singapore in the Malaysian province of Johor, Gunung Pulai Forest offers a glimpse into the pristine wilderness that once covered the Malayan Peninsula. Sporting a walking trail that leads to the picturesque Pulai Waterfall, the forest is about an hour north from Johor Bahru, the Malaysian city lying on Singapore’s northern border. Though bustling with wildlife, the forest is in jeopardy due to deforestation and littering. One can only hope that the Malaysian government will take the proper steps to maintain the area, as ancient untouched forests such as this one are rare across Peninsular Malaysia.
ADDRESS:Gunung Pulai Recreational Forest, Pekan Nanas, Johor, Malaysia
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Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Located far from the city in the northwestern corner of the country, Sungei Buloh offers an incredible opportunity for those who are curious about the inner workings of a mangrove forest. Boasting a huge number of migrating bird species, the park also hosts fascinating species such as mudskippers and mangrove crabs, and saltwater crocodiles have even been spotted in the past. Long boardwalk paths stretch across the reserve, and visitors can experience two completely different worlds by visiting first at high tide, and returning for low tide. Take the MRT to the Kranji stop and board SMRT Bus 925 for access to this treasure trove of biodiversity.
ADDRESS:301 Neo Tiew Cres, Singapore 718925