Tourism Malaysia just launched Durian Packages with Balik Pulau 8321 durian plantation, Asia Gateway Tours agency and hotels Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort, Sentral Seaview, Berjaya, Vouk Hotel Suites, Royal, Bayview, Cititel and Lexis Suites Penang.
Known officially as “Back By Popular Demand - Eat All You Want @ Dusun 8321, Balik Pulau” campaign, the Durian Packages run from 6 May to 6 Aug 2019.
There are 2 Durian Packages.
The basic 2 Day 1 Night Durian Package costs from RM186 per pax (minimum 4 pax). Package price includes 1 night 3-star accommodation (twin sharing with breakfast), return transfer from hotel - 8321 durian plantation, plantation visit, and durian buffet.
The 3 Day 2 Night Durian Lovers Package costs from RM366 per pax (minimum 4 pax). Price includes 2 night 3-star accommodation (twin sharing with breakfast), two times return transfer from hotel - 8321 durian plantation, plantation visit, and durian buffet.
The durian buffet (without hotel and transfer) costs from RM66 per adult and RM36 per child. The all-you-can-eat buffet runs from 11am to 5pm at 8321 durian plantation in Balik Pulau or Tanjung Bungah.
The Durian Packages grand launch was held at Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort in Tanjung Bungah (1 of the 8 participating hotels) on 2 May 2019.
The Durian Packages grand launch was graced by The Honourable Mr. Muhammad Bakthiar bin Wan Chik, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. He was accompanied (on his right) by Senior Director (Domestic and Events) of Tourism Malaysia, Dato' Dr. Ammar Abdul Ghapar.
"Durians from Balik Pulau are the best in the world" The Honourable Mr. Muhammad Bakthiar said. "Black Thorn (durian) is like a drug" he further joked.
"There is no love more pure and sincere than the love of durians"
After the launch event, we paid a visit to 8321 durian plantation in Tanjung Bungah, Penang. The plantation is located in a hilly region of the island. Most durian connoisseurs agree that the best durians are grown on higher ground, ideally on hilltops. Many argued that the best durians are from Balik Pulau.
8321 durian plantation have around 500 durian trees in various locations in Tanjung Bungah and Balik Pulau. They have many varieties from good to premium grades such as Mao Shan Wang (Musang King), Hor Lor (Hu Lu), Ang Hae (Red Prawn), Lin Fong Qiao, Kapri, Orh Qi (Black Thorn) etc.
The durian buffet will be conducted in the plantation under a simple zinc roof shed like this one.
Car parking is on the grass shoulder off the hilly, windy dual carriage road. Do be very careful, if you drive here yourself.
On 3 May when we were there, the premium fruits were still high up in the trees.
8321 Durian Plantation owner Eric Yeap assured me that there will be some premium durians in the all-you-can-eat for RM66 durian buffet deal.
If you want specific types of durian, you can call Eric for "a la carte" deals. I have not tasted 8321's premium durians before and so am unable to comment on them.
If you like to purchase a Durian Package, please call Eric to arrange.
Package buyers stand a chance to win Air Asia return air tickets to Penang from Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Melaka. Package buyers are also eligible for 10% discount off the package price by presenting their Air Asia boarding pass during the promotion period (6 May - 6 Aug 2019).
8321 Durian Plantation
Address: 6, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
GPS: 5°25'54.2"N 100°13'12.5"E 🌐 5.431731, 100.220139
Date visited: 3 & 4 May 2019
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