Things to Do in Malaysia

Bako National Park: Proboscis Monkeys, Trails, & Boat

Complete guide to Bako National Park - proboscis monkeys, trails, boat transfers from Kuching, park fees, and where to stay inside the park. Updated 2026.

Batu Caves: Hindu Temples, 272 Steps & Thaipusam Guide

Everything you need to visit Batu Caves near KL - the 272 rainbow steps, Cathedral Cave temples, Thaipusam festival, dress code, and how to get there.

Best Diving in Malaysia: Sipadan, Perhentian & Tioman

Malaysia diving guide: Sipadan permits, Perhentian reef sharks, Tioman fan corals, and practical advice on timing, operators and certification.

Best Food in Malaysia: Must-Eat Dishes & Where to Find Them

Malaysia's best dishes - nasi lemak, char kway teow, laksa, roti canai - and which cities to visit for hawker food, Peranakan cooking, and more.

Best National Parks in Malaysia: Taman Negara, Mulu & More

Malaysia's best national parks - ancient rainforest, UNESCO caves, the highest peak in Southeast Asia, and proboscis monkeys 40 minutes from Kuching.

Best Tours in Kuala Lumpur: Batu Caves, Street Food and Petronas Towers

Batu Caves at sunrise, Petronas Towers by night, KL street food walks and Genting day trips - the best guided tours in Kuala Lumpur with prices.

Best Tours in Langkawi: Island Hopping, Cable Car and Mangrove Kayaking

Island hopping to Dayang Bunting, mangrove kayaking through Kilim Geoforest and the cable car to Gunung Mat Cincang - the best Langkawi tours with prices.

Best Tours in Malaysia: Our Top Picks for Every Traveller

From KL city highlights to Borneo orangutan sanctuaries - the best Malaysia tours for every budget, with prices, what's included, and who each tour suits.

Best Tours in Penang: Georgetown Heritage, Hill and Street Food

Georgetown street art trails, Penang Hill funicular rides, Kek Lok Si temple and cycling the heritage zone - the best guided tours in Penang with prices.

Borneo Wildlife Guide: Orangutans, Pygmy Elephants & Sun Bears

Malaysian Borneo wildlife guide: Sepilok orangutans, Kinabatangan River, Danum Valley and Bako NP, with timing advice and responsible tourism tips.

Climbing Mount Kinabalu: Permits, Costs & What Summit Day Involves

Mount Kinabalu climb guide: permits, 2D1N package costs, Laban Rata hut bookings, training tips and what summit day at 4,095 m involves.

Danum Valley: Wild Orangutans, Lodges, & How to Visit

Danum Valley: wild orangutans, Borneo Rainforest Lodge vs the Field Centre, permits, costs and access from Lahad Datu. What to see and how to book.

Gunung Mulu National Park: Caves, the Pinnacles Trek & Bat Exodus

Planning Gunung Mulu National Park - Deer Cave bat exodus, Clearwater Cave, the Pinnacles trek, flights from Miri, fees and where to stay.

Kinabatangan River Cruise: Borneo's Best Wildlife

Kinabatangan River wildlife cruises explained - orangutans, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, lodge picks at Sukau and Bilit, costs and best season.

Kuala Selangor Day Trip: Fireflies, Sky Mirror & Wildlife

Day trip guide to Kuala Selangor - firefly tours on the Selangor River, Sky Mirror at low tide, Bukit Melawati, and where to eat. Updated 2026.

Pangkor Island: Beaches, Dutch Fort & Hornbills Guide

Plan your trip to Pangkor Island - ferry times from Lumut, best beaches, Dutch Fort, Foo Lin Kong temple, and where to stay. Updated 2026.

Penang Street Food Tour: Georgetown's Best Hawker

Penang street food guide: Gurney Drive hawker centre, Chulia Street night market, char kway teow, asam laksa, cendol. Named stalls, prices MYR 5–15.

Sipadan Island Diving: Permits, Operators and What to Expect

Sipadan diving: 120 permits/day, MYR 800–1,200 (3 nights). April–Oct best (20–30m visibility), sharks, turtles, barracudas. AOW required.