Why Visit Malaysia
Malaysia is centrally located and is hard to miss when visiting Southeast Asia. You can explore colonial architecture, modern cities, beautiful beaches, and lush rainforestsThe Rainforest
Malaysia contains some of the oldest tropical jungles in the world, and is a must for any traveller interested in hiking and trekking It has a variety of different landscapes specifically for those enthusiasts. Sabah and Sarawak on the Island of Borneo, also part of Malaysia, is a must to explore breathtaking lush rainforest.
Tea Plantations
Any trip to Malaysia isn’t complete without visting a tea plantation. The tea industry has been an important and longstanding part of Malaysia’s culture and heritage. The Cameron Highlands are cool enough for tea plantations, due to their high point in the country. Why not take a guided tour and learn about the largest tea company in malaysia, followed by a leisurely hike and a tasting of the local teas?
The Wildlife
Wildlife such as wild boar, deer, monkeys, birds and insects can been seen throughout Malaysia, with the best way to see them on the high canopy walkways among the wild forests and waterfalls. For a chance to get up close and personal with the bigger animals such as elephants, tigers and rhinos take a guided tour, and to see the orangutans why not visit the Orangutan sanctuary in Sepilok or if time allows spend time as a volunteer.
The Beaches
With miles of coastline and a tropical climate, it is no surprise that Malaysia is a popular hotspot for those who love to sun themselves on the pristine beaches. The most popular tourist beach is in Langkawi, as it comes complete with plentiful shops and dining options, however if you would like a more secluded getaway visit the Island of Redang, it is also a turtle sanctuary.
The Modern Architecture of KL
Located in the city of Kuala Lumpur, The Petronas Towers occupy the Malaysian skyline and are one of the tallest buildings in the world. The towers have a skybridge that connects them and offers spectacular views of the city, and just a short walk away from the towers is the KL Tower which also has a viewing deck of the city.
