Our Malaysia travel guide provides a great starting point for anyone looking to explore this incredible country.
We’ve listed the top things to see and do across the five regions of Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang, Malaysia’s East Coast and Borneo.
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Whether you are looking for peace and serenity, city bustle or jungle trekking, you can find it in Malaysia.
With its interesting mix of wildlife, historic sites, incredible scenery and beach resorts, a Malaysia holiday offers something for everybody. Influenced by many different cultures over the years, you will find reminders of the country’s past all around.
A must-see destination with its fantastically beautiful national parks, profuse wildlife – including Malaysia’s superstar, the orangutan, and welcoming local people. Borneo is easily accessed from Kuala Lumpur and can be combined with any Far East holiday or paired with a stay at Gaya Island Resort, a five star retreat, just of the coast of Kota Kinabalu.
Kuantan lies on Malaysia’s quieter side, approximately three hours drive from Kuala Lumpur and is the gateway to the luxury east coast, boasting incredible beach resorts on the South China Sea. Offshore, the island of Redang sits in the protected Terengganu Marine Park and has peaceful sheltered bays. Another popular destination is Tioman Island, known for its triple mountain peaks and densely forested interior.
Kuala Lumpur is the nation’s capital, boasting an array of experiences and day tours.
Malaysia’s heritage city of Malacca, lies two hours south of the capital, featuring old architecture with a rich history that dates back to the 15th Century.
Three hours north of Kuala Lumpur, you’ll find the jungle clad island Pangkor Laut, which is a region of fishing communities and beautiful beaches.
Inland, are the stunning Cameron Highlands, popular with visitors for its cooler climate, scenery and hiking trails.
Langkawi boasts perfect beaches, with powder-fine sand, luscious rainforests, rice paddies and protected mangrove swamps, with a variety of luxury hotels & resorts to chose from too.
Langkawi has its own airport or can be reached on a three hour ferry from Penang.
Enjoy an upbeat holiday atmosphere in Penang with its lively resorts along golden beaches and famous night markets.
There are regular flights from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore to Penang and also a bridge to the mainland so you can easily drive across from Kuala Lumpur.
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