Peninsular Malaysia

Coastal Conservation Program

Introduction

What to Expect

Basic Itinerary

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Goals

Discover Malayasia

Help regrow Malaysia’s coastal mangrove population to prevent erosion and support biodiversity.

Location:

Peninsular Malaysia

Arrival Airport:

Kuala Lumpur

Seasonality:

All Year Round

Duration:

5-9 days (7 days standard)

Age Range:

12-18 years old

Program Balance:

Service

Adventure

Cultural

Service

Adventure

What To Expect

Malaysia holds the highest diversity of mangrove plant species in the world, but half of its mangroves have been lost through farming, development, illegal logging, and pollution. Peninsular Malaysia’s coastline is therefore threatened by erosion. This trip takes us to a nature reserve that is one of the most sustainable projects for mangrove conservation.

Expect to engage in sustainable initiatives that contribute to regrowth of mangroves and reduction of environmental degradation. Through collecting seeds and seedlings for replanting, and planting more mature trees, students will get their hands dirty and learn about the effects on the local community. Enjoy kayaking, white water rafting, and caving, while also enjoying time in Malaysia’s capital city.

Sample Itinerary

Day

Activities

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Day 1

Arrival in Kuala Lumpur

Visit the Batu Caves religious site, enjoy a rooftop dinner, and explore downtown KL.

Day 2

Travel to Lumut

Travel in the morning and take a ferry to Lumut, learn about mangrove conservation through kayaking and collecting mangrove seedlings for propagation.

Day 3

Mangrove Conservation

Start the day at the Sungai Sempit mangrove nursery, planting the seedlings we collected.

Day 4

Coastal Conservation

Head to the coast to plant larger trees grown in the nursery, and engage with the community to learn about the importance of this work.

Day 5

Depart for Gopeng

Depart for Malaysia’s adventure hub, Gopeng, get settled into our campsite, and learn more about Malay culture.

Day 6

Adventure day

Go white water rafting through the jungle and caving at Gua Tempurung

Day 7

Departure

Spend the morning in the city before departing from the airport.

Addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals

SDG #12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns:Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns- Students have the opportunity to learn about environmental conservation from leaders in this community and observe sustainable principles in practice.

SDG #13. Climate Change: This project works with current environmental organisations to improve education and awareness-raising on impact reduction. It also promotes education for effective climate change-related planning and strategies.

SDG #15. Life on Land: This project aims to sustainably manage and protect terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity to avoid significant adverse impacts, enabling economic growth and reduced environmental degradation of Malaysian forests

Customise Your Program

All of our programs are fully customizable. Co-create your program together with WV to match your curriculum, educational goals, and travel plans. Contact us with your requirements and and will be in touch to assist.