Malaysia travel guide




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Our Malaysia Vacations
Borneo orangutan vacation
Trekking, wildlife and beach adventure vacation to Borneo
Kuala Lumpur and Sabah wildlife tour
Wildlife adventure in the heart of Borneo
Borneo tailor made tour on a shoestring
The Best of Borneo: Wildlife, Adventure, Idyllic Beaches
Malaysia vacations, Kuala Lumpur & Tioman Island
Explore cosmopolitan Kuala Lumpur, relax on Tioman Island.
Borneo tour, Great Apes and Beach escapes
Explore bustling cities, lush jungles and paradise beaches.
Borneo 8 day tour, the wild heart of Borneo
A unique experience in the untouched, beautiful Sarawak.
Malaysia tours, rainforests and beaches
Explore Malaysia staying in sustainable hotels
Malaysia food and culture vacation
Discover many of Malaysia's culinary highlights
Borneo tailor made vacations, wildlife & beaches
A luxury tour of the best wildlife & beaches of Sabah
Borneo and Malaysia small group vacation
Visit both halves of Malaysia
Borneo family volunteering vacation
Encounter orangutans and meet local tribes in magical Borneo
Malaysia vacation, highlights of the Peninsula
Malaysia old and new staying in eco-accommodation
Borneo Mount Kinabalu Climb Vacation
Adventure vacation to see wildlife and climb Mt Kinabalu
Malaysia tour, Coast to Coast
Highlights and off the beaten track Malaysia
Borneo vacation, Land below the wind
9-day tour of Malaysia's spectacular Sabah State
Family vacation in Sabah
Discover the best of Borneo in just under 2 weeks
Borneo and Malaysia vacation, trekking orangutans and rainforest
An active exploration of Borneo
Borneo wildlife vacation, Sarawak
A light trekking and jungle adventure vacation in Sarawak
Borneo family tour
A fabulous family vacation including the best of Borneo
Thailand and Malaysia Islands cruise
Some of the worlds most beautiful islands on a stunning ship
Borneo vacation, Sarawak highlights
Wildlife, Orangutans, longhouse stay & beach in Sarawak
Borneo wildlife highlights vacation
10 day adventure through the wilds of Sabah
Borneo ultimate wildlife safari in Sabah
The ultimate exploration of Borneo's diverse wildlife
Borneo tour, Sarawak, Sabah & Brunei
Exotic Trans-Borneo Overland from Rainforest to Beach
Borneo tailor made tour
A Borneo vacation tailor-made for the adventurous traveler.
Sarawak wildlife & beach vacation
Encounter an orangutan & hike through virgin rainforest
Malaysia tailor made vacation
Malaysian culture, wildlife & the beaches of Langkawi
Borneo highlights tour, small group
Spiritual ,wild, colourful and mysterious beautiful Borneo.
Sarawak family vacation
An action-packed vacation got the whole family to enjoy!
Borneo small group vacation
Head into Borneo's jungles, rivers and villages
WHAT WE RATE & WHAT WE DON’T
Malacca
Bako National Park
Berembun Forest Reserve
Penang National Park
Sepilok
Protected Rainforests
Snorkelling
Langkawi Island
Kuala Lumpur's Malls
Feeding monkeys
Western food
City hotels
Our top Malaysia Vacation
Borneo orangutan vacation
Trekking, wildlife and beach adventure vacation to Borneo
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
FOOD, SHOPPING & PEOPLE
Eating & drinking in Malaysia


People & language
Native Malay people account for half the population of Malaysia with indigenous Orang Asli, Chinese and Indian communities making up the majority of the remaining ethnic groups. Sunni Islam is Malaysia’s official religion although Buddhism, Christianity and Hinduism are also practiced.English is widely spoken but learning a few words in Malay is always appreciated:
Terima kasih = Thank you
Nama saya ialah... = My name is...
Tiada masalah = No problem
Tidak, terima kasih = No thank you
Itu sudah cukup sekarang = That’s enough now
Gifts & shopping
There are several classes and workshops where you can try traditional batik painting, which, alongside a cultural experience, makes for an original piece of art to take home.If you'd prefer a souvenir that's been created by an expert, most shops in KL's undercover Central Market state what's authentic and what's not, whereas it can be a bit hit and miss within the surrounding open-air street stalls.
Petaling Street in KL and Jonker Street in Malacca are ideal for bagging a bargain so look around before settling on a price. Be fair though – consider the time and craftsmanship that has gone into a piece, rather than just aiming for the lowest price.


How much does it cost?
Meal for two in mid-range city restaurant: £12Plate of char kway teow from a street stall: £1
Breakfast buffet in a hotel restaurant: £4.50
Metered return taxi ride to Batu Caves from KL: £23
Return train trip to Batu Caves from KL: £1
10% service will usually be added to a restaurant bill, although most Malaysians will round up the total and leave as an extra tip. An average salary for a waitress in Malaysia is about £1.50 per hour.