Balik Pulau: 2 Acres Cafe and Durian Farm

2 Acres Durian Farm in the scenic Balik Pulau – Teluk Bahang area offers visitors a unique experience with freshly brewed coffee and delicious durians. Nestled within a sprawling 2-acre durian farm, this charming spot also provides picturesque settings perfect for relaxation and photography. Whether you’re a durian lover or a coffee enthusiast, 2 Acres is a must-visit destination in Penang.

Balik Pulau: The Farm (Lake Cafe Pantai Acheh)

The Farm (or the Lake Cafe) is in the Pantai Acheh area of Balik Pulau, Penang, a charming and rustic destination known for its serene environment and picturesque landscape. The farm combines the tranquility of a rural farm setting with the allure of a small pond “lake” cafe. There is an entrance fee of MYR12 for an adult, which gives access to the somewhat small farm with some animals and a cafe inside.

Balik Pulau Scenes

Balik Pulau, located on the southwestern side of Penang Island, is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, rustic charm, and agricultural heritage. This tranquil area offers a stark contrast to the bustling urban centers, with its lush paddy fields, rolling hills, and traditional Malay villages. Balik Pulau is famous for its durian orchards, attracting fruit enthusiasts during the durian season. Visitors can explore local attractions such as the Tropical Spice Garden, enjoy scenic bike rides, and experience the authentic kampung (village) lifestyle, making it a delightful retreat from the urban hustle.

For more related areas in Balik Pulau, click here.

A Kampung Road in Balik Pulau

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all those who celebrate it.

Today marks the first day of Hari Raya in Malaysia. Hari Raya Aidilfitri (or The Festival of the Breaking of the Fast) is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims here, and elsewhere in the world, it is also known as Eid al-Fitr.

Locals here usually go back to their hometowns for family gathering and house visit , but this year, it is different. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions are in place to prevent the risk of infection including travel limitation in the country.

Penang Street Art (PICAF Site 4: Balik Pulau)

Two art murals featured at the facade of a containers setup located amidst the paddy fields of Kampung Terang, Balik Pulau. The murals are for the Penang International Container Art Festival (PICAF).

For the rest of the PICAF art works, please go HERE.