The Hin Bus No 93 (catch it at Lebuh Chulia) runs from Georgetown all the way along the north coast of the island as far as Teluk Bahang. This butterfly farm is only one kilometre walk south from the bus stop in Teluk Bahang.
Penang Butterfly Farm
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The farm is home to up to 3,000 living specimens of over 50 species of colourful and charming butterflies. Situated on an area of eight hectares, it is the world's first tropical live butterfly farm."
The farm is home to up to 3,000 living specimens of over 50 species of colourful and charming butterflies. Situated on an area of eight hectares, it is the world's first tropical live butterfly farm.
Apart from butterflies, there are also frogs, scorpions and other insects here living in their natural habitat. The beauty of the place is enhanced by the existence of a lily pond, a rock garden, several artificial waterfalls and a bubbling mud pool. Other attractions at the farm include a breeding area, laboratory, exhibition area, souvenir shops and an information centre.
ADULT : RM 27.00 per person
CHILD : RM 15.00 per person
CHILD (3 years & below) : FREE ADMISSION
SENIOR CITIZEN : RM13.50 per person (proof of age required)
MYKAD/MYKID HOLDER : 33.3% discount on adult/child entrance price (upon presentation of MyKad/MyKid)
Note:-
Adult : Aged 13 years old & above
Child : Aged 4 to 12 years old
Senior Citizen : Aged 58 years & above
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER/DIGITAL CAMERA USAGE CHARGES
Digital Video Camcorder : FREE OF CHARGE
Digital Camera : FREE OF CHARGE
OPERATING HOURS
Monday – Friday : 9.00am – 5.30pm (Last Entry at 5.00pm)
Weekend & Public Holidays : 9.00am – 6.00pm (Last Entry at 5.30pm)
**Penang Butterfly Farm is open 365 days all year round except half day on the eve of Chinese New Year Day
"Very good day's out. You can hold a real live snake if you dare!! Fantastic displays of butterflies, beetles and insects.
It is a visit cannot be missed if you are on penang." by michaelayne
"I hope this will bring about the change of attitude of tourism in PENANG, for the charges of entry is too high, added on with a Govt. tax of 25%. Where in Malaysia do you have a Govt. tax of 25%." by touristcaretaker
"A must visit if you are in penang." by Frank Martin
"Do you wholesale butterflies? I am interested in large order, preferably framed. I require CITES letter. I have the correct licenses." by Richard Stetzel
"Flying jewels, wonderful to watch. We had a great time in your Butterfly Farm.
Many thanks and best regards from Switzerland.
Niklaus P. Spescha"
