PLAN A VISIT TO GREEN ACRES ORCHARD THIS COMING DURIAN SEASON - JUNE & JULY 2026
Come discover why Balik Pulau is celebrated as the durian capital of Penang. Taste the best of Balik Pulau’s famous durians straight from the trees at Green Acres Orchard - from our 500 mature durian trees, we handpick the finest varieties to give you a tasting experience like no other.
Our Durian Tasting Tour begins with a guided farm walk through lush orchards where you can pick and taste durians right from the trees. Along the way, explore a rich diversity of tropical fruits, local spices, and wild medicinal herbs thriving naturally in our chemical-free environment.
After your walk, relax at our charming Durian Hut, a traditional Malay kampung (village) house overlooking the orchard and scenic Balik Pulau hills. Breathe in the fresh air and savour each unique durian variety served to you in a rustic, authentic setting.
Come taste, explore, and experience why Balik Pulau durians are truly one of a kind.
We’ll be open for bookings starting April 2026. For enquiries, please email us at greenacrespenang@gmail.com.
GREEN ACRES DURIAN TASTING & FARM EXPERIENCE
Season: June & July annually
Tour Days: Every Thursday - Sundays
Duration: 2 hours
Time: 3.00pm - 5.00pm
HIGHLIGHTS
- Guided Farm Walk & Tastings
Enjoy a leisurely guided walk through our orchard and taste seasonal fruits along the way. Immerse yourself in the sights, scents, and flavours of our biodiverse farm.- Durian Discovery
Learn what makes each durian variety unique - how to tell them apart, how to choose a good one, and the difference between commercially grown and sustainably cultivated durians.- Guided Durian Appreciation
Savour the best durian varieties available on the day, carefully selected for ripeness and flavour.- Taste Like a Connoisseur
Enjoy durians as you would fine wine — starting from the mild and creamy to the rich and bold. Many of our guests discover a new favourite variety during this session - come find yours!
FEATURES
- Located in the hilly regions of Balik Pulau, 200m - 350m above sea level
- We serve only durians from our own organic farm, from selected best picks of the day, including durians from matured 80-100+ year old trees.
- To ensure the best experience, our tours are limited to small groups.
This means no crowds, no rush — just a relaxed and personal durian-tasting adventure.Children love our farm tours too!
It’s a fun, hands-on experience where they get to observe, pick, feel, smell, taste, and learn about nature up close.
PROGRAM
3:00 pm – Arrival at Green Acres Orchard, Balik Pulau
• Welcome and introduction
• Guided farm tour through the orchard4:00 pm – Durian Tasting Session
• Savour freshly harvested durians and other seasonal fruits available
• Relax, capture memorable moments, and share your durian stories5:00 pm – End of Tour & Departure
• Enjoy a final look around the orchard and bid farewell
GETTING TO GREEN ACRES ORCHARD
Our orchard is located about 15 minutes’ drive from Balik Pulau town centre.
If you require transport, we can recommend a licensed local taxi driver who knows our location well and can provide round-trip transfers from your residence, hotel, or Airbnb.
If you are driving, we’ll send you the meeting point in Balik Pulau once your booking is confirmed. From there, our team will guide you up to the farm on the day of your visit.
As our farm is situated in the hills, GrabCar (Uber) services are not available to or from the orchard.
Please note that the road is accessible to cars, MPVs, and 4x4 vehicles only.
PRIVATE EVENTS
- Exclusive Private Tours / Company Outings / Special Events can be arranged with minimum group of 20 persons.
- Please whatsapp +6012 428 6368 with enquiry.