Malaysia introduces turtle discovery experience to boost conservation

Tourism Malaysia has launched the Turtle Discovery Experience, an eco-tourism initiative that allows travellers to explore Malaysia’s marine wildlife while supporting the conservation of endangered green sea turtles, including participating in their release into the wild.

This two-day, one-night package takes guests to Redang Island, located off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia in Terengganu. The island is known for its clear waters, beaches, coral reefs, and opportunities to observe marine wildlife, including sea turtles.

The Chagar Hutang Turtle Sanctuary, located on Redang Island in the South China Sea, is a key nesting site for sea turtles, particularly the endangered baby green sea turtle. Visitors can learn about marine life and join in conservation efforts, including releasing baby green sea turtles into the sea,…