GeoFestLenggong

About GeoFest 2026

"Where Earth’s History and Indigenous Wisdom Intertwine"

This year’s theme honours the deep geological record of Lenggong Valley alongside the living wisdom of its indigenous Orang Asli communities — celebrating where Earth’s deep time and human heritage meet.

Raja Ampat UNESCO Global Geopark

Pre- Event Date : 8 - 10 June 2026 Venue : Raja Ampat Geopark Geological Information Center

Toba Caldera UNESCO Global Geopark

Main Event Date : 1 – 5 July 2026 Venue : Kota Medan, Indonesia

Lenggong UNESCO Global Geopark

Post - Event Date : 21 – 24 July 2026 Venue : Impiana Hotel, Ipoh, Perak.

Together, we honour Earth’s deep memory and the people who carry its living wisdom forward.

About GeoFest

The Festival & International Conference

The 7th Geotourism Festival & International Conference 2026 brings together UNESCO Global Geopark experts, indigenous community leaders, academicians, tourism industry players, students and the public for four immersive days of dialogue, discovery and celebration.

🎯 Highlights

  • International Conference — Plenary talks on geotourism, the Toba Ash diaspora, and indigenous community empowerment.
  • Workshops & Forums — Hands-on sessions with regional experts.
  • Field Trip — Guided visit to Lenggong Valley archaeological sites including Perak Man.
  • Grand Dinner — Cultural performances by Lenggong indigenous communities.

About Lenggong UNESCO Global Geopark

"Where Earth's and Human History Intertwine"

Lenggong Valley is a special territory where the earth and human history are intertwined. The territory is known for the oldest volcanic eruptions on the ancient continent of Sibumasu during the Ordovician period (480–460 million years ago). The Titiwangsa and Bintang Ranges were formed through the evolution of granite resulting from the collision of the Sibumasu and Indochina continents during the Triassic period (220–200 million years ago). In addition, Lenggong was impacted by a meteorite that caused the destruction of prehistoric human civilisation and surrounding life. 

The region is also known for its mega biodiversity of granitic rainforests. Carved by the Perak River flow, the Lenggong Valley has been an ideal place for human habitation for over 1.83 million years ago, with complete evidence of prehistoric human settlement that reinforces its recognition as a World Heritage Site. The history of modern Perak is also closely linked to the society and government that has developed to this day.

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Voices

"Celebrating Earth Heritage, Sustaining Local Communities."
— Global Geoparks Network
"Luas Geopark nak kirak 2,248 km . Senoi Lenggong Geopark mok senoi gob, senoi beek, senoi cinak, senoi andek ma senoi lain. Jumlah senoi mok kirak 61,039."
— Lanoh Indegenous People Language
"Bukit Sapi preserves important extraterritorial evidence of the Toba mega-eruption (74 ka). The thickest Toba ash deposit discovered outside Sumatra can be found in Lenggong."
— Prof. Dato' Dr. Mokhtar Saidin
"UNESCO Global Geoparks actively involve local and indigenous peoples, preserving and celebrating their culture."
— Global Geoparks Network
"By involving local and indigenous communities, UNESCO Global Geoparks recognize the importance of these communities, their culture and the link between these communities and their land."
— Global Geoparks Network
"Global Geoparks can provide a respectful place for the Indigenous Peoples of the World that honours and respects their cultural contributions."
— Global Geoparks Network