Malaysia

One of the wealthier Asian countries, Malaysia is a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.

Its love of western-style industrialisation is abundantly clear in its big cities, yet the northern coastline offers some of the most tranquil beaches on earth, and in the dense jungle vegetation and the unspoilt rainforests of Borneo you can experience the glorious indigenous wildlife and more tribal side of the country.

Scott Dunn’s highlights for Malaysia:

Experience the brilliant wildlife in Borneo, and watch beautiful Orang Utans from tree top walkways in one of our rainforest lodges.
For diving aficionados, head to the Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort. In one of Malaysia’s best diving locations, there is the chance to spot Parrot fish, swarms of Barracudas, and turtles grazing.
Explore the Langkawi archipelago and its 99 beautiful islands. Be sure to take a private boat trip to discover its many remote and uninhabited islands.

Borneo’s emerald rainforests, winding rivers and mountainous terrain are home to a huge variety of rare creatures and plants. From orang-utans and proboscis monkeys to enormous ferns and orchids, this really is a spectacular natural environment to explore. Ancient tribes still inhabit the area, practising local customs and traditions particular only to this part of the world.

The breathtaking Cameron Highlands in Central Malaysia is a lush and verdant colonial hill station providing essential respite from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur. Lined with tea plantations and strawberries, this part of Central Malaysia has a cooler climate and delightfully fresh air. In addition to visiting the plantations themselves, visitors can learn about tealeaf production.

The East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia feels far removed from the rest of the world, with long stretches of white beach and towering palm trees on the edge of the South China Sea. Beautiful reefs await beneath the turquoise water’s surface where snorkellers and divers can see brightly coloured coral, sea turtles and a myriad of other incredible species.

Kuala Lumpur is the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia. The multi-cultural heritage of the city, from Chinese, Indian, British and Japanese, is reflected in the buildings and the variety of shops and eateries found in abundance around the capital. Visit bustling Chinatown, Merdeka Square where Malaysian Independence was declared, or venture up the iconic Petronas Towers for stunning views.

Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 beautiful islands in the northwest corner of Peninsular Malaysia on the Thai-Malaysian sea border. This is truly a tropical paradise of crystal-clear emerald waters, azure skies, lush green vegetation and wondrous limestone formations.

The privately owned Pangkor Laut Island on West Coast Malaysia provides ultimate luxury seclusion, combined with vibrant nature and stunning beaches. Experience ancient towering rainforest trees, tropical iguanas and beautifully coloured birds and orchids. The turquoise sea and soft white sand are perfect for a romantic honeymoon or getaway.