Hiep N.United States
Outstanding guide. He knows city and the attractions very well. He was able to help us see everything on our list in a very short amount of time. So efficient. Wished we had more time to explore Penang with Lawrence.
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Private tour in Penang Lawrence L
Astonishing Orang Utan Island + Penang City Tour (Full-Day by Van)
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7 hours
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7 hours
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Lawrence L.
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⭐️ 259 tours conducted ⭐️ 190 reviews with an average of 4.95/5.00 I offer one-day and multiple-day TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE in Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, Ipoh, and Langkawi. The minimum booking is 4 hours. For a more complete experience, 7 hours is recommended in Penang and 8 hours in Kuala Lumpur. I can also arrange a licensed tour vehicle for you if required. Travelling with a private vehicle makes exploring these cities more convenient and enjoyable, especially when time is limited. Many popular attractions, such as Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, Batu Caves, and Putrajaya, are outside the city centres. I cater to a wide range of visitors, including cruise ship passengers from Norwegian, Silversea, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Millennium, Azamara, Oceania, Seabourn, Holland America, Princess, Cunard, and free independent travellers arriving by flights. ONE-DAY TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE ========================== 1) George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site 2) Orang Utan Island (near Penang) 3) Firefly-Watching Cruise (Penang) 4) Kuala Lumpur + Putrajaya 5) Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary* 6) Kuala Selangor Firefly-Watching Cruise and Silver Leaf Monkeys* * 1 hour's drive from Kuala Lumpur MULTI-DAY CROSS-CITY TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE ========================== • Penang, Ipoh, Cameron Highlands, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Selangor and Malacca. • Kindly contact me for other destinations. # All tours above include tour-guiding + transportation if required. ADVANTAGES OF A PRIVATE TOUR: ========================== Privacy • Value for Money • Flexibility • Time-Saving • Suitable for the Elderly and Those in Wheelchairs VEHICLE: ========================== SUV = Up to 6 visitors for short distances, 4 visitors for long distances. Tour Van = 10 visitors with hand-carry-sized luggage, 14 visitors without luggage. Seats #13 and #14 are side-folded and less comfortable, suitable only for short-distance traveling. Tour Bus = 44 visitors with luggage. NATURE TOURS: ========================== I am licensed to guide at: • Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island • Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary • Langkawi mangrove cruise • Night firefly-watching cruise • Cameron Highlands I DO NOT guide in any NATIONAL PARK, nor conduct trekking tours. OTHERS: ========================== • COVID-19 fully vaccinated 3X. • LICENSED tour guide under the Ministry of Tourism (MoTAC). • 23 years of guiding experience in Peninsular Malaysia. • Free WiFi via Hotspot for up to 4 devices. PREVIOUS JOBS: ========================== • Project engineer (sewage treatment works) for 4 years in Singapore • Area engineer for 6 years in Malaysia for a Fortune-500 industrial chemical company in the USA • Freelance web application designer PHOTOGRAPHY: ========================== • An amateur photographer for the past 30 years
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Astonishing full-day Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation + Tour in George Town (Penang), UNESCO World Heritage Site by TOUR VAN.
Overview of your Penang tour
In Compliance with ToursByLocals' Animal Protection Policy - Rescue - Rehabilitate - Educate & Awareness - Research * This sanctuary is neither a "zoo" nor an amusement park. Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation and witness these incredible apes up close! Orang Utans, found only in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, face a critical decline due to deforestation and habitat loss. Your tour begins with a scenic drive across the stunning NEW Penang Bridge (24km) before arriving at BMOUIF, a sanctuary dedicated to Orang Utan conservation. Experience the beauty of these intelligent creatures in their protected habitat while learning about efforts to save them. Wrap up your adventure with a return journey over the historic OLD Penang Bridge (13.5km), offering breathtaking views of Penang. Book your tour now and be part of this incredible wildlife experience! Recommended for cruise passengers: Oceania/Royal Caribbean/Princess Cruises/Celebrity Cruise, etc.
Recent Reviews
Matthew J.
We had a great day with our guide. His passion for the Orang Utan was evident and we loved the city tour as well.
Sylvia B.United States
Lawrence was a knowledgeable, engaging, wonderful guide who listened to our wishes and made perfect suggestion. His English is excellent. Would not hesitate to book him again!
Beth Z.United States
We were a group of 10 adults from the United States. We were all in agreement that Lawrence was a top guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, extremely helpful and courteous, and so accommodating to all of our requests to make the day of the very best on a 12 day celebrity cruise. we were all very excited to go to the orangutan island. His in-depth explanation, and the fact that he bought special food to attract these magnificent animals to entertain us was great!If traveling to Penang request Lawrence Lam
Diana R.Costa Rica
Last week we took this tour with Mr Lawrence Lam and we had the most amazing time. Lawrence is a great person, very patient and he is full of knowledge. Also, he knows all the great spots where to go and takes nice photographs. I highly recommend Tours by locals and Lawrence if you want to have an unforgettable experience in Penang.
Christina T.Australia
We had a big family holiday and to cater for our parents who cannot understand English and the younger generation that can only understand English, so we chose Lawrence for his ability to speak fluently in both English and Mandarin - and he didn't disappoint! Lawrence is very friendly, knowledgeable and brilliant. We couldn't have found a better tour guide for our first trip to Penang - definitely recommend him!
Your Penang tour itinerary
### Orang Utan Island is closed every TUESDAY ### Here’s the proposed itinerary for a 7-hour tour-guiding service: MAIN ITINERARY: - Cross the NEW Penang Bridge (24km) and travel to the mainland. - Take a 10-minute ferry (US$11) to Orang Utan Island from the jetty. - Encounter the Orang Utans! Meet King B.J. (120kg, 38 years old in 2024), Big Mama Baboon (37 years old in 2024), Macho Adam (80kg), Little Isak (born in 2022), and many more. - Cross the OLD Penang Bridge (13. 5km) back to Penang Island. - Lunch (at own expense). -------- Choose either OPTION A or B: OPTION A (highly recommended): - Go to Penang Hill via funicular train (Fast Lane: US$21). Enjoy the panoramic view of George Town. OPTION B - Any 1~2 places below: - Kek Lok Si Temple + Tortoise Liberation Pond. - Khoo Kongsi (US$5), Malaysia's most beautiful clan house. - Art Street and the "Children on Bicycle" mural. - Pinang Peranakan Mansion (US$8), a "Peranakan" culture museum. - Chew Jetty.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
• The tour van can ferry up to 12 visitors (although the maximum number of travellers is indicated here as 10) • AVAILABLE TOUR VEHICLES • Coach/Bus for up to 44 adult visitors • Luxury MPV for up to 4 adult VIPs • Please contact me if you need to change the vehicle type
What's included
Other: (1) Petrol, toll and parking fees (2) Two bottles of drinking water per person (3) Free WIFI internet connection for up to 4 devices simultaneously
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: All meals at own expense.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Services
Tickets: All entrance, train, trishaw, ferry, and buggy tickets are not included. Ticket prices are listed (in brackets) in the itinerary. The tour guide will pay for the tickets upfront, and you may reimburse him in USD or EUR at the end of the tour.
Accommodation
Public Transportation
Meeting location
Penang, Penang, Malaysia
• During the booking process, REMEMBER to tell me the details of your cruise/ flight/ hotel and the meet-up time. If not, please message me later • Orang Utan Island Foundation is closed every TUESDAY
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Bird Watching
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Architecture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
264831
Languages
English
Mandarin
Thai
MalayActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in George Town best suited for?
This private tour in George Town is perfect for travellers who are interested in wildlife conservation and cultural exploration. It's especially recommended for cruise ship passengers from lines like Oceania, Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, and Celebrity Cruise. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
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7 hours
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