Rexy Prakash Chacko

is an electronic engineer by profession and nature lover by passion, he works at Bayan Lepas during the week and spends weekends reflecting and recharging on Penang's green hills.

38 posts

When The Waters Recede: Walking to Batu Ferringhi Isle

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Often called Lover’s Isle by locals, Batu Ferringhi—or Foreigner’s Rock—is the very isle that lent its name to the long stretch of coastline beside it, now one of Penang’s tourist attractions.

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Exploring Penang’s Frontier in Bukit Panchor State Park

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ALONG THE SOUTHEAST border of mainland Penang is the 446ha Bukit Panchor State Park, a natural paradise characterised by towering…

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Mount Elvira: In Search of a Lost Bungalow

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ANY AVID HIKER in Penang with a keen interest in conquering the many peaks of the state would spend time…

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Penang Slipper Orchid: The Crowning Jewel of Penang's Floral Diversity

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The lush and verdant hills of Penang are home to a plethora of flora and fauna, which have enthused many naturalists over the generations. Much like some local fauna which have inspired awe and popular appeal, certain species of flora too have aroused fascination and intrigue.

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Bukit Langkap: A Modest Hill With a Splendid View

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SLIGHTLY NORTH OF Bukit Mertajam is a low cluster of peaks, including Bukit Gua Gempas and Bukit Langkap, with the…

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Bukit Susu: A Hike through Penang’s History and Agricultural Heritage

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THE NARROW AND densely populated Paya Terubong valley is characterised by steep hills to its east and west. The eastern flank rises to the peaks of Bukit Kukus...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

A Perfect Hike on Pulau Rimau

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JUST OFF THE southern tip of Penang Island sits the lush tree-covered isle of Pulau Rimau. Having ticked off all the other large isles around Penang, Pulau Rima...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

The Crowning Jewels of Penang's Biodiversity: Wild Orchids of Penang Hill

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PENANG HILL, with its cooler climes and dense forest coverage, is a renowned tourist destination and a favourite hiking spot. It harbours rich biodiversity, key...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Terrific Sights on Offer Up Bukit Seraya

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Hike At A GlanceLength: 3 hours 30 minutes to the Tualang tree (it takes almost as long to get back the same way. An alternate, shorter route through the orchar...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

How Not To Get Lost On A Hike and What To Do If You Do

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“AREN’T YOU SCARED of getting lost in the jungle?” I have lost count of how many times I’ve been asked this question, and I am sure many other hikers would have...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Carla’s Peak: A Gem on the North Coast of Penang Island

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THE PICTURESQUE NORTH coast of Penang is the poster child for the island’s natural beauty, featuring golden beaches flanked by steep, densely forested hills. Jo...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko

Exploring the Twin Islets We Know as Pulau Betong

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SOUTHWEST OF Balik Pulau lies the little settlement of Pulau Betong, surrounded by hills colonised by durian plantations and a flat plain dominated by lush padd...

by Rexy Prakash Chacko