Archaeological evidence that goes back to the Mesolithic period showed that oysters were eaten by humans even then. These days, the world associates oysters with luxury. They also have a notorious reputation for being an aphrodisiac. While there could be many things that you do not know about oysters, one thing remains true: it is one of the best damn things to indulge in!

Ever wondered what fresh local oysters taste like? You should be delighted to know that there is an oyster cultivation farm right here in Malaysia!

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Table of Content

1. Bakau Hijau Sungai Merbok
2. Top Attraction at Sungai Merbok
3. Oyster Culturing Process
4. Food Menu & Price
5. Contact Information

Fresh River Oysters at Bakau Hijau Sungai Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia

Fresh River Oysters at Bakau Hijau Sungai Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia

Bakau Hijau Sungai Merbok

Bakau Hijau Farm is a family-run farm at Sungai Merbok (Merbok River) in Kedah where more than 10,000 oysters are being cultivated. The outlying oyster farm is located by the riverbank of Kampung Sungai Batu Besi at the Bujang Valley - an area known as the richest archaeological site in Malaysia. Ruins of a town dating back to 480 BCE were found near the Sungai Batu archaeological site. Read more about the findings and discovery here: This Malaysian Temple is Older Than Angkor Wat!

Bakau Hijau Farm has received several awards, including one accorded by Tourism Malaysia for the Best Tourist Attraction Award (Natural Attraction, Agro Tourism and Eco Tourism) for 2016/2017. So, you know that you are definitely in an incredibly special place, to say the least!

Bakau Hijau is an oyster farm located at Sungai Merbok, Kedah

Top Attraction at Sungai Merbok

Upon docking at the floating farm, visitors will be given a welcome drink as well as a piece of oyster as an appetizer. It’s a chance to relax the mind as you take in the beautiful sights in front of you. Thanks to the mangrove forest surrounding the river, the waters of Sungai Merbok is a clear green. The cool breeze, soft river water and magnificent natural scenery will surely stimulate your appetite to prepare you for some fresh, delicious river oysters!

Bakau Hijau is an oyster farm located at Sungai Merbok, Kedah

The floating oyster farm at Bakau Hijau Sungai Merbok, Kedah

Oyster Culturing Process

Visitors can join a guided tour to watch the culturing process of the oysters. The culturing process begins when the oysters are as small as a ten-cent coin, before growing to reach a length of nine to ten centimetres. This process typically takes between nine to twelve months.

Each month, an approximate 1,000 to 3,000 oysters are harvested at Bakau Hijau farm. Many of us do not give much thought beyond consuming an oyster, so it will certainly be a wonderful and enriching experience to watch and understand the cultivation process.

The culturing process begins when the oysters are as small as a ten-cent coin

Oyster cultivation is a fascinating thing to watch and learn!

Around 1,000 to 3,000 oysters are harvested at Bakau Hijau monthly

Visitors can join a guided tour to learn about the culturing process of the oysters

The biggest oyster being cultivated at Bakau Hijau

It's huge and impressive!

Food Menu & Price

Next comes the fun part – satisfying your well worked up appetite! A small oyster costs RM5, a medium oyster costs RM7, whereas a big one is priced at RM10. Visitors can enjoy these fresh river oysters with a variety of special condiments such as chopped ground nuts, crispy fried shallots, or a chili-sugar sauce. Alternatively, stick to the basics and opt for a simple side of lemon to really bring out the briny flavours of these plump, succulent molluscs.

Opening or "shucking" oysters is a skill!

Enjoy the oysters with chopped ground nuts, crispy fried shallots, or a chili-sugar sauce

Oyster shucking is a meticulous process

The price of the fresh oysters at Bakau Hijau are RM5, RM7 and RM10 for small, medium and big oysters respectively.

Contact Information

Address: Kampung Pengkalan Langgar (PL2), Mukim Bujang, 08100 Bedong, Kedah

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Contact Number: +6011-6323 9199
Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm (Daily)

Life is all about creating unforgettable memories, and a visit to the Bakau Hijau farm is the perfect way to escape, relax, and indulge in nature's beauty. The farm offers a serene atmosphere where you can enjoy some fresh oysters while taking in the lush greenery around you. This experience will stay with you forever as a cherished memory. Don't forget to share your travel and culinary moments with us on Instagram by tagging @rollinggrace or #RollingGrace. Happy travels!