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Malaysia is a country of diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage and a harmonious blend of modernity and tradition. Two months is the ideal amount of time to visit its vibrant cities, lush rainforests, beaches and historical sites. Malaysia is a unique and less touristy destination in South Eastern Asia. It is very developed compared to…
As a backpacker, crossing borders on foot has always been an adventure because every border crossing is unique. Malaysia and Thailand have different visa requirements, but crossing the border into either country is straightforward. There are three main entry points between the countries. The first is by land from George Town (Penang) and the next…
We were both very happy when we learned we could stay in Malaysia for 90 days without paying a dime for our visa or having to apply for it. The country is so vast and there is so much to visit, but two months are more than enough for the mainland and Borneo. There are…
If you’re staying in Sabah’s capital, Kota Kinabalu, you will quickly realize that there isn’t much to do in the city. It’s a great place to eat good food, watch a beautiful sunset, or watch a movie (there are 4 cinemas in KK!), but outside of that, the city doesn’t offer much for tourists and…
If you’re travelling in the North of Borneo in Sabah, you’ve most likely heard of the Kinabatangan River. After a quick Google search, you will find dozens of tour options. Prices will range between RM600 to almost RM2000. If you don’t mind sharing your boat with a dozen tourists and you want a minimum of…
If you are staying in Sandakan, you are probably wondering how to get to Sepilok as cheaply and efficiently as possible. Sandakan is more touristy and you can walk around the city, but you can find orangutans, macaques and sun bears in Sepilok. Three days is more than enough to visit both Sandakan and Sepilok….
Between the Perhentian Islands and Tioman lies Kapas Island. Of the three, Kapas is surprisingly much less visited by tourists. Instead of sleeping on the island, we decided to spend the night in Marang, where we were the only tourists and one full day in Kapas. The majority of tourists who visit Kapas spend the…
Life isn’t very difficult when you visit Malaysia’s Perhentian Islands. If you love diving and snorkelling and you thought Ko Tao was paradise, be prepared for a surprise here! If you prefer to be lazy on a beach, you will be more than satisfied here as well. Here is our list of the top 10…
Taman Negara is the world’s third-oldest rainforest (approx 130 million years old) and it’s Malaysia’s first official protected area. Before visiting this national park, it’s better to be prepared. Whether you are looking to visit by yourself or with a guide, you will have access to different activities. The majority of activities begin in the…
Since we began traveling in South Eastern Asia, it’s been above 30 degrees every single day. When we arrived in Cameron Highlands, we immediately felt the cleaner and cooler air during the day and especially at night. Cameron Highlands has so many outdoor activities to offer and this was the perfect weather. It is also…