A tranquil, rocky beach during the day transforms into a scene from James Cameron’s 2009 film “Avatar” at night. Visit after sunset to wander through the beach’s stone statues and go close to the ocean on a rocky groin. Notice pink, blue, and green shades as LED lights. Flicker to life opposite the sea as the last rays of daylight fade tonight.
A piece of Penang’s natural jungle has been illuminated with brilliant LED and optic fiber lights. Creating a surreal environment centered on a giant banyan tree. That has an eerie similarity to the film’s holy spirit tree, Eywa. Spend a night in Pandora while following the approved trail and stopping for several picture possibilities along the way.
Map It: 336, Jalan Tokong Thai Pak Koong, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia | Hours: 8 am – 12 am daily | Free entrance, parking 5 RM
What To Do At Avatar Secret Garden
- Go on a sunset stroll by the beach
- View statues at the beach
- Observe activity at the temple (Thai Pak Koong)
- Find the World War II bunkers at the beach
- Climb up to the viewing tower
- Take numerous photos at your leisure in the garden
- Admire the field of LED tulips
- Complete the walkway around the garden
- See night views of the city from the shoreline
What You’ll Like:
- Free entrance
- Open until quite late at night
- Romantic setting for a stroll
- Beach nearby to watch the sunset
- Places to eat within walking distance
Good To Know:
- Expect to pay a parking fee if you drive there
- Wear white or other light colors if you want a glow-in-the-dark effect for your photos
- Lights look better later in the evening when it’s darker
- Bring along some drinking water
- Average duration depends on how much you like taking photos! Or if there are many people!