Sunday, March 26, 2023

Great eco tour of Sepetang & Khairul, the guide, was top notch.

Review of Kuala Sepetang: Private Boat Cruise

Reviewed August 21, 2022 

via mobileKhairul was an excellent guide with a very good knowledge about Sepetang ecosystem. He was punctual and easy to make plans with. He has an affable demeanour and our kids had a great time during tour. We saw eagles up close and lots of other birds too, visited the fishermen villages, and fed the fish at a fish farm. Highly recommended and absolute value for money.
Date of experience: August 2022



Ifah Salleh
4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Great experience overall. Tour guide khairul is very informative. Explain everything in detail yet fun way. There’s always Q&A from him to keep the audience attention in check (love that). I genuinely recommend this trip to those who come with different age groups. All in all 5 ⭐️ for the service provided and would come again!

Jul 2022 • Family
Been here for a short weekend escape. Amaze by the nature and En Khairul is very experienced and knowledgeable. Never thought the trip will be so informative and fun! Thanks for the nice roti canai on boat! Worth a time ❤️

Jul 2022 • Family
I highly recommend tourists to join this private boat tour when they are visiting Kuala Sepetang. The guide, Encik Khairul, is extremely amiable, passionate, and knowledgeable about mangrove swamps and its ecosystems. He managed to give very detailed explanations about mangrove trees, fireflies, eagles and the surrounding fishing village while bringing us around on his boat. The eagle flock was very majestic and there were more fireflies seen than at Kuala Selangor. 15/10 would recommended if you want to experience ecotourism at its finest in Malaysia.

Jul 2022 • Family
We had a fantastic boat tour! We saw lots of colourful fishing boats, monkeys, swimming lizards, fish and mangroves. Unfortunately there was quite a bit of trash in the waters surrounding the town. Khairul was a great guide, he is very knowledgeable about the mangrove reserve (and the sustainable management of it), the fishing industry and everything rated to it. We made a stop at a fish farm which was quite neat and had a few species of fish (including pufferfish, horseshoe crabs and mudskippers). We also got to see the eagles and hawks feed close to the boat which was very cool. We couldn’t stay until the fireflies came out but even without that part of the tour I would recommend this experience! If you are a bit confused about the website, just email Khairul and he can help you figure out what package is best for you.


Ifah Salleh
4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Great experience overall. Tour guide khairul is very informative. Explain everything in detail yet fun way. There’s always Q&A from him to keep the audience attention in check (love that). I genuinely recommend this trip to those who come with different age groups. All in all 5 ⭐️ for the service provided and would come again!
Written January 26, 2023
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WF C
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
A good evening boat ride with informative boat owner cum guide; from sunset eagles feeding to mangroves to spectacular "blinking Christmas trees"!!!
Written August 28, 2022
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Shannon
Malaysia5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Khairul was an excellent guide with a very good knowledge about Sepetang ecosystem. He was punctual and easy to make plans with. He has an affable demeanour and our kids had a great time during tour. We saw eagles up close and lots of other birds too, visited the fishermen villages, and fed the fish at a fish farm. Highly recommended and absolute value for money.
Written August 21, 2022
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NMY
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Been here for a short weekend escape. Amaze by the nature and En Khairul is very experienced and knowledgeable. Never thought the trip will be so informative and fun! Thanks for the nice roti canai on boat! Worth a time ❤️
Written August 1, 2022
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Han Cheng Jun
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
I highly recommend tourists to join this private boat tour when they are visiting Kuala Sepetang. The guide, Encik Khairul, is extremely amiable, passionate, and knowledgeable about mangrove swamps and its ecosystems. He managed to give very detailed explanations about mangrove trees, fireflies, eagles and the surrounding fishing village while bringing us around on his boat. The eagle flock was very majestic and there were more fireflies seen than at Kuala Selangor. 15/10 would recommended if you want to experience ecotourism at its finest in Malaysia.
Written July 30, 2022
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Sietske de Keijzer
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
We had a fantastic boat tour! We saw lots of colourful fishing boats, monkeys, swimming lizards, fish and mangroves. Unfortunately there was quite a bit of trash in the waters surrounding the town. Khairul was a great guide, he is very knowledgeable about the mangrove reserve (and the sustainable management of it), the fishing industry and everything rated to it. We made a stop at a fish farm which was quite neat and had a few species of fish (including pufferfish, horseshoe crabs and mudskippers). We also got to see the eagles and hawks feed close to the boat which was very cool. We couldn’t stay until the fireflies came out but even without that part of the tour I would recommend this experience! If you are a bit confused about the website, just email Khairul and he can help you figure out what package is best for you.
Written July 28, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. 
Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.



Wilson Leow
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Mr.Khairul is a very experienced, interesting tourguide and passionate to share about the nature that Kuala Sepetang has to offer.

My students enjoyed his guiding very much and are able to learn a lot from him! Breathtaking experience!


Jul 2022 • Family
We had an enjoyable boat ride in a family of seven plus two kids. Cikgu Khairul, the boatman was very friendly and he gave us lots of information throughout our wonderful trip. Would certainly recommend this operator.


Ifah Salleh
4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Great experience overall. Tour guide khairul is very informative. Explain everything in detail yet fun way. There’s always Q&A from him to keep the audience attention in check (love that). I genuinely recommend this trip to those who come with different age groups. All in all 5 ⭐️ for the service provided and would come again!
Written January 26, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

WF C
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
A good evening boat ride with informative boat owner cum guide; from sunset eagles feeding to mangroves to spectacular "blinking Christmas trees"!!!
Written August 28, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Shannon
Malaysia5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Khairul was an excellent guide with a very good knowledge about Sepetang ecosystem. He was punctual and easy to make plans with. He has an affable demeanour and our kids had a great time during tour. We saw eagles up close and lots of other birds too, visited the fishermen villages, and fed the fish at a fish farm. Highly recommended and absolute value for money.
Written August 21, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

NMY
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Been here for a short weekend escape. Amaze by the nature and En Khairul is very experienced and knowledgeable. Never thought the trip will be so informative and fun! Thanks for the nice roti canai on boat! Worth a time ❤️
Written August 1, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Han Cheng Jun
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
I highly recommend tourists to join this private boat tour when they are visiting Kuala Sepetang. The guide, Encik Khairul, is extremely amiable, passionate, and knowledgeable about mangrove swamps and its ecosystems. He managed to give very detailed explanations about mangrove trees, fireflies, eagles and the surrounding fishing village while bringing us around on his boat. The eagle flock was very majestic and there were more fireflies seen than at Kuala Selangor. 15/10 would recommended if you want to experience ecotourism at its finest in Malaysia.
Written July 30, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Sietske de Keijzer
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
We had a fantastic boat tour! We saw lots of colourful fishing boats, monkeys, swimming lizards, fish and mangroves. Unfortunately there was quite a bit of trash in the waters surrounding the town. Khairul was a great guide, he is very knowledgeable about the mangrove reserve (and the sustainable management of it), the fishing industry and everything rated to it. We made a stop at a fish farm which was quite neat and had a few species of fish (including pufferfish, horseshoe crabs and mudskippers). We also got to see the eagles and hawks feed close to the boat which was very cool. We couldn’t stay until the fireflies came out but even without that part of the tour I would recommend this experience! If you are a bit confused about the website, just email Khairul and he can help you figure out what package is best for you.
Written July 28, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Wilson Leow
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Mr.Khairul is a very experienced, interesting tourguide and passionate to share about the nature that Kuala Sepetang has to offer.

My students enjoyed his guiding very much and are able to learn a lot from him! Breathtaking experience!
Written July 23, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Margaret S
Puchong, Malaysia14 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Enjoyed all the activities & explanation provided on the boat cruise. I was really amazed during the Eagle feeding, so breathtaking.
Written July 21, 2022
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SyedAbdulAziz
Batu Pahat, Malaysia2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We had an enjoyable boat ride in a family of seven plus two kids. Cikgu Khairul, the boatman was very friendly and he gave us lots of information throughout our wonderful trip. Would certainly recommend this operator.
Written July 18, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Jerry teoh
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
The best service from mr khairul. He is very experience on kuala sepetang and its surrounding. Eagle, dolphin, fish farm, mangrove. U name it :)

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Pakej Snorkeling & Memancing Tuas Pulau Perhentian Redang Terengganu, Mencari Kepah Setiu Wetlands & BBq Dinner.


RM1760 untuk 1-8 orang. Jika lebih dari 8 orang RM220 seorang.

Request for English speaking guide +RM200 

Call En Khairul 012-514 5023 

Jika datang sehari lebih awal.


1 bilik penginapan PERCUMA di Homestay Malaysia milik En Adnan Ghani. Lokasi 5.572832, 102.837542 Lorong Pandan 3, Kg Pandan Jaya.

Tapak perkhemahan PERCUMA di perkarangan Homestay Malaysia milik En Adnan Ghani. 


Kemudahan 1 tandas dan 3 pili air. Satu plug point. Pondok parking 2 kereta untuk BBq. Satu perigi air jernih.

(Bagi mereka yang tidak ikut aktiviti boleh tinggal di Homestay @ tapak perkhemahan dan buat aktiviti sendiri seperti jalan jalan cari makan dan berkelah)


Satu joran apollo untuk setiap peserta.

Satu snorkeling set untuk setiap peserta.

Satu life jacket untuk setiap peserta.

Maklumat CUACA akan dimaklumkan 24&12 jam sebelum pelayaran.

DEPOSIT 40% tarikh akan di BLOK untuk anda.

Aktiviti:-

6.30am Sarapan pagi di warung kampung pilihan. (bayar sendiri)


7.00am Ketibaan anda di jeti Adnan Ghani (Berhampiran Masjid Penarik) 


Pelayaran melalui Sg Setiu ke arah muara sungai di mana letaknya Setiu Wetlands. Peserta dapat melihat keindahan wetlands dengan barisan pokok nipah, rhu, bakau dan api-api. Nilai biodiversiti dan kegiatan ekonomi yang dijana olehnya.

8.00am Di Muara Sg Setiu kelihatan gunung pasir dari kerja-kerja mendalamkan muara. Kemudian kita memasuki Laut Cina Selatan dan berhenti memancing di tuas Putus Tali. Paling hampir dengan pantai dan laut cetek. Tuas ialah struktur buatan untuk dijadikan tempat ikan-ikan kecil berkumpul dan berlindung dari ikan pemangsa. Bagi pemancing amatur anda boleh menggunakan teknik apollo untuk memancing ikan kecil. Bagi pemancing berpengalaman pula anda boleh jigging dan casting. Terdapat banyak tuas dan En Adnan telah menyimpan semua lokasi dalam gps. Anda akan dibawa memancing di tuas-tuas lain sehingga puas.

Makan tengah hari PERCUMA nasi dagang ikan aya di atas bot. Hanya air minuman 1 liter PERCUMA disediakan dan jika nak bawa minuman sendiri sila bawa peti sejuk sendiri.

1.00pm Tengah hari anda akan di bawa ke Pulau Lang @ Pulau Redang untuk sembahyang, rehat & Snorkeling.

Bayaran tambahan RM10 seorang untuk permit Taman Laut.

Di sini anda boleh membuat keputusan untuk sambung memancing @ sambung aktiviti pantai.

4.00pm Aktiviti patah balik. Pilihan utama ialah tuas yang memberi hasil lumayan pagi tadi.


6.00pm Bergerak ke Setiu Wetlands untuk aktiviti cari kepah. Ketika air paras dada cari kepah guna kaki, sepit kepah di antara ibu jari kaki dan simpan dalam poket. Ketika air paras lutut cari kepah guna tangan.

7.00pm Pulang ke jeti 


Di Homestay Malaysia En Adnan jiran tetangga sudah menunggu dengan pisau untuk menyiang ikan yang dipancing tadi. Semua sudah tahu dengan tugas masing-masing. 

Peserta boleh ambil masa ini untuk rehat dan sembahyang.


Hasil BBq akan dikongsi makan bersama dengan tetangga yang membantu dan jika ada rezeki lebih boleh dibawa pulang.


10.00pm Acara selesai.

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Educational tour at Kuala Sepetang

Dec 2021 • Family

I spend a fruitful Christmas at Kuala Sepetang thanks to En Khairul who is a knowledgeable guide who knows the Kuala Sepetang ecosystem very well. The tour is entirely private and it is 1.5 hours long bs 0.5 hours for the rest. In comparison to the other tour operators, it may appear to be priced higher but it is very worthwhile given the relaxing schedule which allow you ample time to explore the flora, fauna and animals around Kuala Sepetang. Not to forget it is entirely private and the experience and passionate En Khairul counts.

Watching the eagle diving and grabbing the food is an experience like watching national geographic live. The other thing you should watch out for is the flock of birds flying across your boat when you approach them.

The boat ride is so refreshing along the river more so in the evening and being a dweller in the city would really appreciate the freshness and coolness of the air in Kuala Sepetang river.

We are so happy with En Khairul services and we returned the next day to experience the life of a fisherman by doing crabbing and fishing the next day. We are also shown the site where the previous first railway line was before. We went to Kuala Singgah and was told that there is a school where they house 4 teachers and 2 students. The best private tutor school in Malaysia I guess. There is a coffee shop selling coffee made from rainwater. I have the urge to try but was stopped by the dear wife. We went for a nice seafood dinner and I must stay the crab is so fresh and the meat is so firm and sweet (should have steamed it). Don’t leave without trying the cockles and clams which are freshly caught here. The night ended with the firefly tour and En Khairul imparted us with the knowledge of star gazing. We went to see the firefly along the mangroves. It is magnificent and I must say the population is huge here vs the ones in Kuala Selangor and Kuantan. I was also told the presence of the king firefly which reside on top of the tree with less frequent blip vs the rest. It was indeed watching Christmas tree blinking lights on a Christmas Eve.

I probably return back for a fishing trip next year. God willing. Do enjoy your trips in the good hands of En Khairul.