To ensure a high standard of instruction, we keep our group sizes small—allowing for more personalised guidance and hands-on learning throughout the course.

Our junglecraft workshops and wild camps focus on building real skills and practical experience. You won’t just observe—you’ll practice, apply, and truly make the techniques your own.

For groups seeking a more customised experience, we also offer private and tailor-made junglecraft workshops, designed to meet your specific goals and interests.

CUTTING TOOLS & TECHNIQUES

This workshop gives you a detailed understanding of the appropriate knives & cutting tools used in the jungle.

Gain the knowledge and skills of how to use these cutting tools safely and efficiently while learning the different knife grips and cutting techniques.

FIRE FOUNDATION & LIGHTING TECHNIQUES

One of the most essential—if not the most essential—skills to master is the ability to create and control fire.

Learn the art of fire starting, from primitive methods to modern techniques, and discover the various natural materials that can be harvested and used to spark a flame.

PARANG SKILLS

The parang is a versatile and essential tool in the jungle, used for clearing paths, chopping wood and preparing food.

In this workshop, you will learn how to properly use and care for a parang, as well as essential techniques for chopping and carving. You will guide you through the process of selecting the right parang for your needs, honing your technique, and maintaining your tool for optimal performance.

Whether you are a seasoned outdoorsman or a beginner, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to master the parang and thrive in the wilderness. Let's get started and discover the art of parang!

SHELTER BUILDING

Making home away from home with modern equipment such as a tarp to primitive shelters using natural materials harvested from the jungle.

Discover the different configurations that a simple tarp can provide and the knots that make all the possibilities come together.

With these skills, all you need is a little bit of creativity and ingenuity, you can transform your surroundings into a home away from home, using only the resources that nature provides.

WATER SOURCING & PURIFICATION

The workshop teaches you how and where to source water from in the wild.

Understand the correct protocols of water filtration and purification to make water safe to drink.

PARENT & CHILD INTRO TO JUNGLECRAFT

An opportunity for you and your child to learn and experience the fundamentals of junglecrft together.

You will guide you through various outdoor activities, such as shelter building, fire starting, foraging, and basic knife skills. Through these activities, you will develop valuable junglecraft & survival skills and deepen your connection with nature.

A chance to unplug from technology and spend quality time with your child in the great outdoors. Our goal is to provide a safe and engaging environment that fosters learning, teamwork, and creativity. So, let's explore the wilderness and discover the wonders of junglecraft.

JUNGLECRAFT COOKING

The jungle has abundance of resources. When it comes to food, it just taste a whole lot better when you are cooking over an open fire and crafting tools provided from nature itself.

BUBU FISH TRAP MAKING

Learn to craft a traditional BuBu Fish Trap—an age-old design used by indigenous communities that’s both practical and beautiful.
Perfect to take along on wild camps as a functional tool, or to keep at home as a striking handmade ornament that tells a story of skill, culture, and connection to nature.

BAMBOO CREATIONS

Discover how to craft beautiful, eco-friendly, and practical items from bamboo.
From everyday tools perfect for camp life to decorative pieces you’ll be proud to take home and share, you’ll learn to transform this versatile natural material with skill and creativity.

CORDAGE & BINDCRAFT

Get to know the different plant fibres that can be harvested and turned into strong cordage.

Another item that is environmentally friendly that is always needed when camping and performing outdoor activities.

In this workshop, we will teach you the art of creating cordage from natural fibers and how to use it to make functional items such as baskets, nets, and traps. You will also learn how to use cordage to create bindings, lashings, and knots for constructing structures, tools, and other objects.

This workshop is suitable for anyone interested in traditional crafts, survival skills, or simply learning a new skill.

SIMPAI WEAVING

Learn about the different species of Rattan that grow wild in our jungle.

Rattan is a very useful resource with a magnitude of uses and one of them is weaving a bracelet that is typical to the Orang Asli in Malaysia.

SPOON CARVING

One of the skills that is synonymous to bushcraft or junglecraft is spoon carving.

Enhance your knife skills and cutting techniques while tapping into your creative mind to carve a functional tool.

ADVANCE SPOON CARVING

Diving deeper into the art and techniques from splitting a log to finally carving a functional and practical spoon.

Learn the tips and tricks that will help you be more efficient and creative with your spoon carving journey.

KOLROSING & CHIP CARVING

Kolrosing is a Scandinavian technique of decorating wood with small, delicate cuts using a knife. Learn the art of decorating items that you have carved and personalise them.

Another workshop that lets you get in touch with your creative mind.

WILD FORAGING & EDIBLES

Wild foraging for edibles is deeply rooted in our identity as a species dating back to our humble beginnings.

A great way to experience the natural world and connect with something ancient and primal within ourselves.

SMALL GAME TRAPPING

Getting in touch with how our ancestors use to hunt and gather food with small game traps. Learn how to construct a simple yet effective small game trap and understand how to set one up for a successful hunt.

Have a go at using a blowpipe, a hunting tool that is still used today by the Orang Asli.

LOST IN THE JUNGLE SURVIVAL DAY

Getting lost in the jungle can be an intimidating experience—but it doesn’t have to be.
With the right survival skills and knowledge, you’ll be equipped both mentally and physically—not just to endure the unexpected, but to stay calm, stay safe, and avoid getting lost in the first place.

The Orchard

Lot 659,

Batu 14.5,

Kampong Sungai Semungkis,

Hulu Langat 43100,

Selangor,

Malaysia.

malayajunglecraft@gmail.com

Home

The Orchard

Camp

Parties & Events

Page updated

Google Sites

Report abuse