Want to go for a theme park trip during the weekend or long school holiday in Malaysia with your family or friends?
But you find that flight tickets are too expensive?
5 Best Johor Theme Parks To Discover
1. Fanpekka Theme Park (Brand New Johor Theme Park)
Fanpekka Theme Park has recently opened its doors to the public in the AEON Tebrau City shopping mall, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
The first Finnish conceptual theme park in Asia, Fanpekka is designed on the idea that children learn by playing.
Learning problem-solving and global communication skills are pillars of the Finnish educational curriculum, and they are pristinely integrated into the design of Fanpekka. The park is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia.
Fanpekka was designed for families, with children aged 2 to 12 specifically targeted. The play area’s convenient location within the shopping centre allows children a light-hearted respite while on an outing with the family.
The 27,500 square foot playground is divided into four main sections, each focusing on providing relaxation while nurturing the mind, body, and soul.
Tonttu, named after a Finnish fairy tale, transports children to a world of magic and mystique.
Allowing children to go on adventures to ‘worlds’ like this one enables them cultivate a sense of self while sharing in the experience with their families.
Creating a safe environment for children to explore their imaginations while making sense of the world around them is key to the highly successful Finnish system that is implemented here.
Why is the play-based Finnish education system so successful? Experts take note of the fact that Finns place an emphasis on early childhood education and development.
In their system, even the youngest children are regarded as unique and respected as individuals with different needs, desires, and, most importantly, ways of learning.
Embracing individuality gives children the experiences and tools that they need to develop innovation and social skills.
They do this through praising creativity and allowing children to figure things out in their own way and on their own time. Incorporating these ideals into Fanpekka will now give these opportunities to children visiting or living in Malaysia.
The goal of Fanpekka is to provide a fun, yet educational, environment for all children and families, especially those who might not have access to outings like this otherwise.
Aeon Fantasy’s Director, Wataru Koiwa, hopes to reach out to about 6,000 families per month with the use of these new facilities. The theme park is also expected to rise above the competition due to being indoors and, as such, not at the mercy of the weather.
Fanpekka Theme Park can divide into 6 categories as listed below:
1. Lasten Ocean
Ocean appears all of a sudden when Tonttu casts magic spells. There might be a legendary monster living in it!
2. Assembly Leikkimokki
Let’s assembly a house by pieces with parent. What kind of house would you build?
3. Workshop
Welcome to Workshop. Let’s experience the handmade crafts created by Tonttu!
4. Lasten Castle
An old castle that Tonttu has revived. There are many Tonttu in the castle and like to play around the classic building with the children.
5. Role Play Leikkimokki
Tonttu really likes the shops and people that gather in this town. Let’s have fun by role-playing as shopkeepers or customers! It’s possible that Tonttu will arrives at the town!
6. Toy Corner
Tonttu made a toy town for his little friends. Let’s surprise Tonttu by exploring some creatuve plays.
Enjoying a trip to Fanpekka is not an experience limited to nearby locals, either. Singaporeans can easily make a day trip to the province, meaning the playground can be utilized as a subtle educational tool by anyone in the area.
The addition of Fanpekka Cafe by SDS is the icing on the cake, giving families the opportunity to snack and drink in between play sessions. In the coming months, the park will surely turn into a tourist hotspot for visitors and their children, as well, truly emulating the Finnish way and providing a positive safe haven for all.
Address: Lot S102, Fanpekka, 2nd Floor Aeon Mall Tebrau City, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
Fanpekka Ticket Fee: RM55/Child & RM11/Adult (Unlimited Entry For A Day)
Age Limit: Children Below 12 years old
Opening Hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Last Entry at 9:00pm) Facebook
2. Legoland Malaysia Theme Park
It is one of the most popular theme park in JB. Spread over 70 acres, this is a theme park that everyone can enjoy and have ultimate fun with family and friends.
It is a family theme park where you can have maximum fun no matter what age you are. The park which opened in September 2012 is the first in Asia and 6th in the world.
Legoland Malaysia Theme Park is located about 33km from Senai International Airport and about 30-minute drive by car. If you coming from Singapore Changi Airport, the route distance is about 66km and the journey may take approximately 1-hour drive. Besides that, it is also near to JB Sentral or CIQ complex Johor.
The theme park is divided into 2 categories which are Legoland Theme Park and Legoland Water Park. Both of the parks are suitable for all ages. Each one of the theme parks will require a full day if you want to get the best value for your money.
There are more than 70 hands-on rides and slides in the theme park, each one designed to delight you and bring out the child in you.
There are 8-themed attraction and extra big adventure for little kids as listed below:
Besides the rides that will delight you, you can also trying out the food, visiting the memento shops from where you could buy souvenirs and gifts and generally enjoying the wonderful and unique park.
At every step of the way there is continuous interaction with the rides to make the visit a total adventure. The LEGO models are spectacular and real 1:20 scale replication of the real buildings in Asia. Everything is so magical and beautiful here that you would not want the day to finish.
Address: 7, Jalan Legoland, Bandar Medini Iskandar Malaysia, 79250 Iskandar Puteri (Nusajaya), Johor, Malaysia.
Contact: +607 – 597 8888
Legoland Malaysia Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00am – 7:00pm Facebook
3. Sanrio Hello Kitty Town (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)
Sanrio Hello Kitty Town is more to see and enjoy in Iskandar Puteri (Nusajaya) than the astounding miniature LEGO buildings.
You will need to dedicate the better part of the day to enjoy this amazing multi-storied theme park.
It is just a few minutes walking distances from Johor Bahru Checkpoint and connected to Johor Bahru City Square Mall by a bridge.
The Angry Birds Theme Park provides a variety of attractions and fun games and suitable for youth, kids, toddles and parent alike.
The fun games can be divided into 5 zones which are listed below:
Fun games in Danger Zone include Lazer Bird Shoot and Space Drop Air Bag.
Fun games in Utopia include Air Parkour Track, Piggy Shooting Gallery, Bird Wire Slack Line, Anti Gravity Trampoline and Giant Leap Foam Pit.
Fun games in Classic include Bird Nest Climbing Track and Angry Birds GO! Kart Track.
Fun games in South Beach include Captain Black Birds Ship, Balance Bike Lagoon, CineMine, Angry Birds Video Game and Red Bird Sona.
At Angry Birds Shop, you can buy angry birds stationery, merchandise, toys, apparel and snacks.
Address: Level 3, KOMTAR JBCC, Johor Bahru City Centre, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia.
Contact: +607 – 221 0260 / +607 – 300 5090
Angry Birds Activity Park Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00am – 10:00pm
Angry Birds Activity Park Ticket Price: For International Travelers
Single Entry: RM75/pax
Annual Pass: RM230/pax
Family Pass of 4 Persons: RM280/pax
Family Annual Pass: RM850/pax For Malaysian
Single Entry: RM60pax
Annual Pass: RM180/pax
Family Pass of 4 Persons: RM218/pax
Family Annual Pass: RM700/pax Facebook
5. MCM Studios Indoor Theme Park
MCM Studios is the newest addition of theme parks in Johor and is arguably the largest park in South East Asia and also the fifth largest in the world! The 500,000 square feet theme park is housed inside Capital 21 Shopping Mall and it takes up the entire 3rd and 4th floor of the mall.
It features more than 20 different themed attractions that are divided into 3 main sections- Music Planet, Movie Planet and Cartoon Planet.
Music Planet will expect daily circus performances by Great British Circus in a tent that are built within the theme park, which includes musicals and theatricals performances. You’ll get to witness the show- live!
Movie Planet offers exciting and hair-rising rides that will bring your favourite movie scenes to life.
Cartoon Planet will use Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology to show classic cartoon characters of various animated characters.
What’s more, the mall has 3 floors of retail spaces featuring 5 thematic zones- America, Europe, Australia, Asia and Middle East.
To top it off, there are two hotels- Hilton Garden Inn and Planet Hotels for visitors to stay over the weekend to fully enjoy the theme park!
This is definitely the one-stop tourist attraction in JB that you wouldn’t want to miss. So, lock in your calendar as it slated to open this coming August 2018!
Address: Capital 21 Shopping Mall, Jalan Tampoi, 81200 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Contact: +607-244 8322 Facebook
How To Get To Johor Theme Parks From Singapore
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Because of its exclusive status as a private island, it can be an expensive place to stay.
But the pristine beaches are worth it!
So you should look into some Rawa Island Packages before you go!
Resorts on the island offer their own packages.
1. Rawa Island Resort & Hotel Package
Seeing that there are only 2 resorts on Rawa Island or Pulau Rawa, you’ll just have to make a choice between one or the other.
Neither resort is cheap to book though! But that’s what comes with the exclusivity of the island!
Note: You need to stay on Rawa Island for at least 2 nights! The resorts do not allow one day trip or one-night stays!
1.1 Rawa Island Resort
Rawa Island Resort (sometimes called Rawa Safari) sits on a hill and it takes 2 to 3 minutes to walk to the beach.
If you want beachfront accommodation with an exquisite vista of the ocean, go for their sea view rooms! Rooms are very clean and well-maintained.
As for amenities, you’ll find WiFi, cable television and tea/ coffee making facilities at the resort’s own restaurant and bar where you can get a beer too.
Rawa Island Resort Highlights:
Don’t forget to try the water slides in front of the resort when you’re here! They lead right into the sea!
A badminton court, table tennis, pool table and snooker, kayak rental are available at the resort
Buffet style meals will ensure you don’t get bored of the food!
Note: Even if you stay at Alang’s Rawa Resort, nobody will stop you from using the slides at Rawa Island Resort!
Image credits: rawaislandresort.com
1.2 Alang’s Rawa Resort
Popular among backpackers for its laid-back atmosphere and wide assortment of rooms and chalets, Alang’s Rawa Resort is no stranger to making guests feel at home!
You’ll have to forgo WiFi and TV completely here and just enjoy the carefree atmosphere of a simple island lifestyle instead!
Alang’s Rawa Resort Highlights:
Two specialities to try – Rawa Special Fish and Rawa Special (A somewhat potent cocktail)!
Hiking trail (Hilltop Walk) close to the resort that takes you to the top of the hill where you can see the sunrise (or sunset), South China Sea and neighbouring islands!
Weekend adult parties at the beach shack (kids are not allowed to stay at the resort during the weekends)
Beach volleyball, kayak rental, board games are available at this resort
Note: Hiking trails are Hilltop Walk and Island Walk. You can do both regardless of the resort you choose.
How To Book A Package At Alang’s Rawa Resort
You can only book rooms at Alang’s Rawa Resort through their packages on their website.
This is how they offer the best value to their guests.
Prices will be higher by ~RM100 if you book rooms on the weekends rather than on weekdays.
Children under 12 get 50% off the package while children under age 5 get everything for free except food (i.e. RM60+ charge for food/day).
Take note that groups with children under 16 are not allowed to book on Saturdays at Alang’s Rawa Resort since they have a strict adults-only policy on the weekends!
2. Rawa Island Package 2021
Both resorts have their own packages.
You may want to read through both and see which is more suitable for your travel group!
Prices, of course, vary on which room you choose and the size of your group.
They charge by person and the waterfront rooms obviously cost the most!
The packages do not, however, include the following:
Johor National Park Fee & Marine Park Fee
Tourism Tax (applicable to foreigners)
Rental fees for water activities (e.g. kayak, snorkeling, pedal boats, etc)
Note: And if you bring your own alcohol, you will be charged corkage fees!
2.1) 2D1N Rawa Island Package
There is no such package available for Rawa Island as both resorts require a minimum of 2 nights’ stay for any booking.
2.2) 3D2N Rawa Island Package
A 3D2N package is perfect if you can only afford to take leave from work for just a day and go on a weekend!
It gives you up to 2 half-days and 1 full day to chill at Rawa Island!
This is the standard package offered at Alang’s Rawa Resort which includes:
2 nights’ worth of accommodation
Boat transfers to and from Rawa Island from Mersing Jetty
All meals starting with your first dinner until the last lunch on the day you leave.
Package excludes:
Cost of all drinks
Johor National Park Fee & Marine Park Fee
For Rawa Island Resort, you can book a 3-day or 4-day full board snorkeling package.
The term full board means that accommodation and meals are included, as well as a 2-way boat transfer from Mersing Jetty to the resort!
As a bonus, you get a welcome drink thrown into the package too!
2.3) 4D3N Rawa Island Package
If you have an extra day to spare in paradise, then the 4 days, 3 nights package is just what you need!
For Alang’s Rawa Resort, you’ll have to contact them directly if you want to stay for longer than 3 days!
While at Rawa Island Resort, this package is almost identical to the previous one but with an extra night’s worth of accommodation and another day’s worth of meals (3 per day).
3. Rawa Island Activities Package
You definitely need to pay close attention to this particular section if you plan to go to Rawa Island!
There are certain activities that are not allowed in the waters surrounding Rawa Island since it’s part of the Marine Park.
3.1 Rawa Island Diving Package
While you can’t book a diving package or course directly from any of the 2 resorts on Rawa Island, you can only book through the PADI Five Star Scuba Diving Instructor Development Center (Orca Scuba Rawa) on the island!
Orca Scuba Rawa offers diving courses from beginners up to professional Master Scuba Diving Trainer (MSTD). Families and children are welcome too! They have instructors for ‘open water’ or ocean diving or open scuba diving as well.
The location of the dive center is at the northern end of the beach which makes for excellent shore dives not far from the main reef or the resorts.
3.2 Rawa Island Snorkeling Package
Neither resort on Rawa Island has packages that include a snorkeling trip away from Rawa Island. However, you can rent snorkeling gear from the resort and snorkel off the beach!
Alang’s Rawa Resort provides free snorkelling gears for guests as long as you return the gear in their original condition but the gear availability is not guaranteed.
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Cost to rent snorkeling gear at Rawa Island Resort:
Snorkeling Mask & Snorkel at RM 9/hour or RM 25/day
Snorkeling – Fin at RM 9/hour or RM 25/day
Snorkeling Set at RM 17/hour or RM 40/day
Life Jacket at RM 9/day
Rash Guard at RM 30/day
Pool Noodle at RM 8/day
Mind that you stick to the western side of the beach to do so since the eastern side is very rocky. The coral reef stretches from the northern to the southern end of the beach about ~100ft or less from the shore.
Note: Be alert of jellyfish!
3.3 Rawa Island Kayaking & Pedal Boat Package
There are no packages for Rawa Island that include kayaking as one of the activities but:
Rawa Island Resort does have kayaks and pedal boats for rent:
Kayak (Single) at RM 28/hour
Kayak (Double) at RM 38/hour
Pedal Boat at RM 30/hour
3.4 Rawa Island Fishing Package
As one of the 13 islands in the Sultan Iskandar Marine Park which is under the protection of the Malaysian Department of Marine Parks, Fishing is strictly prohibited anywhere in the waters surrounding Rawa Island.
This is why there are no fishing packages available from any of the resorts.
4. Rawa Island Package From Singapore
If you’re starting your journey from Singapore to Rawa Island, there are Rawa Island packages from GoIslands that include the boat transfer from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island.
4.1 Private Car Service From Singapore To Mersing Jetty
We don’t blame you if you don’t feel up to the task of driving 2.5 hours (or more) to Mersing Jetty!
For starters, the road is probably one that you have never been on before.
And then there’s the hassle of going through immigration, paying for toll, petrol and parking fees and having to drive back again!
Step 1: Private Car Service From Singapore/Johor Bahru To Mersing Jetty
Refer to the above information for more details.
Step 2: Boat Transfer From Mersing Jetty To Rawa Island
Boat tickets are included in the resort packages as both resorts offer speedboat services to ferry their guests from Mersing Jetty to Rawa Island.
All you have to do is select a slot that suits you!
You should note that the Johor National Park Fee and Marine Park Fee are not included in the package. So you will have to pay these at Mersing Harbour Center which is walking distance from Mersing Jetty.
Conclusion
There are not many Rawa Island packages so that keep things simple and easy!
It’s just a matter of choosing the resort and arranging transport (either bus or private car) from Singapore or Johor Bahru to Mersing Jetty so you can take the boat service provided by the resorts to Rawa Island!
Malaysia is a colourful country where many enthusiastic travellers wish to have millennia to explore it all.
From rainforest escape, island getaway, culture exploration, fun-filled day at theme park to simply just wandering around the heritage street, Malaysia can make it all happen.
With so much fascinating destinations in Malaysia, choosing the perfect place for a short weekend getaways from Singapore is really a challenging task.So, we’ve come out with the list of popular places to visit in Malaysia for you to narrow down your travel bucket list!Pick one and start packing your luggage.
Let’s go!
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Top 35 Places To Visit In Malaysia
1. Taman Negara
Wander through Taman Negara to escape into the lush rainforest and discover the wildlife you never seen before! Being one of the top nature places to visit in Malaysia, this 130 million years old tropical rainforest is situated at the heart of Peninsular Malaysia.
Covering 4,343 square kilometers which is about 7 times bigger than Singapore, there are lots of adventure and nature activities offered inside. Hence, your trip to Taman Negara is never dull but filled with great fun.
Taman Negara Highlights:
Canopy walkway – Enjoy the magnificent view of greenery 40m above ground level while walking through the 1.2km canopy walkway – the longest canopy walkway in the world.
Night jungle trekking – The best way to check out the nocturnal creatures living inside the tropical rainforest. You might spot tapir, reindeer and wild boar.
Rapid shooting – Follow the boatman and ride through 6 rapids in a wooden boat. Be prepared to get wet!
Kampung Orang Asli Visitation – Explore and respect the remote living of local people in the jungle away from modernization. Here, you can try bamboo hunting using the blowpipe.
Taman Negara Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2OGLAnb Best Time to Go: Best time to Taman Negara is from June to September because it’s the dry season of the year. Avoid visiting during monsoon season which falls from December to February.
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2. Genting Highlands
Located on the summit of Ulu Kali Mountain, Genting Highlands aka Resorts World Genting presents you another stunning version of Las Vegas!
A secret for you is, this is the only legal gambling spot in Malaysia. And beside the casino, it encompasses premium shopping malls, theme parks and hotels.
The perfect location on the top means you get to enjoy the cool weather while exploring outdoors without the worry of getting tan. It’s a great place to beat the heat too.
Genting Highlands Highlights:
Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park is opened at year 2022. It’s definitely the favourite place of thrill seekers.
Awana Skyway – A 10-minute cable car ride which connected to SkyAvenue Shopping Mall.
Chin Swee Caves Temple – It houses a 9-storey Pagoda where visitors are welcomed to climb up to the peak. The amazing views of the mountain truly leave you in awe.
Genting Casino – Test your luck at the most popular venues in Genting Highlands where more than 400 table games and 3,000 slots machines are available. The entry is restricted for adults above 21 years old.
Genting Highlands Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2viUejF Best Time to Go: March to September. It offers a cooler temperature whereby the rainfall is relatively low.
3. Tioman Island
Approximately 56km off the east coast of Pahang lies the hidden gems of Malaysia – Tioman Island.
Fringed by swaying palm trees and surrounded by beautiful coral reefs, this island has a serene and tranquil atmosphere which is perfect for a short getaway from Singapore. It’s one of the best places to visit in Malaysia.
Duty-free island – Items sold here are cheaper compared to those in the mainland, especially alcohol which costs only a few ringgit here.
Diving – If you are new to diving, there are many dive schools complemented with experienced and qualified trainers to teach and train you in the friendliest way.
Snorkelling – Home to endless lovely coral reef, you can enjoy snorkelling at the sea right in front of your resort.
Jungle trekking – For nature lovers, trek from Tekek to Monkey Bay orJuara to discover spectrum of flora and fauna.
Waterfall exploration – Enjoy a dip or swim at Mukut Waterfall or Asah Waterfall. Both waterfall has a very astonishing view.
Deep-sea fishing – As fishing is prohibited at marine park, all fishing trips are arranged at least 25km away from the coast.
Tioman Island Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2vgbzK4 Best Time to Go: Due to monsoon season that falls from end of December until the beginning of March, many resorts are closed during this period.So the best time to go is from March to October.
4. Cameron Highlands
Beat the hot weather and escape into Malaysia’s most popular highlands destination – Cameron Highlands. Filled with endless things to do, this verdant destination is truly one of the must go for all mountain person. Below are the highlight attractions in Cameron Highlands.
Cameron Highlands Highlights:
BOH Tea Plantation – It is a must of places to visit in Malaysia to learn about the process of tea making. Visitors can take a sip of tea while enjoying the tea plantation view.
Lavender Garden – Admire the sea of purple lavender while taking a leisure walk with loved ones is truly the best moments you experience in your lifetime.
Big Red Strawberry Farm – Enjoy handpicking the freshest strawberries at the farm. You can have their freshly made strawberry ice-cream too.
Honey Bee Farm – Visit the gallery of bee nests and purchase their quality homemade honey productions.
Thompson Falls – A serene waterfall far away from city buzz. Best to take a dip and meditate.
Cameron Highlands Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2ncWS5Q Best time to Go: To enjoy the coldness weather to the fullest, do visit Cameron Highlands between December and February.
5. Gunung Mulu National Park, Miri
Whether you want to physically challenge yourself trekking into the pristine rainforest or explore the mysterious cave system on the Earth, Gunung Mulu National Park has it all. It is a famous Malaysia tourist places to visit.
Also read: Gunung Lambak: One Of The Nearest & Famous Mountain From Singapore!
The special thing about this national park is, it can only be accessed by plane. Other mode of transport is way too troublesome and dangerous for us.
Gunung Mulu National Park Highlights:
The Pinnacles – Resembling upturned knives jamming right into the Earth, the view of this magnificent limestone formations is overwhelming. Truly the most spectacular view on the Earth!
Deer Cave –This is the second biggest cave passage in the world that homes to myriad of wrinkled-lipped bats.
Mulu Canopy Skywalk – Go for it if you are not suffering from vertigo. This 480m long canopy walkway is supported by thick trunks and there are viewing platforms around the trunks.
Clearwater cave – Beat 200 steps staircase up to the longest cave in Asia. You can see the unusual underground river too.
Gunung Mulu National Park Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2OJ3oxT Best Time to Go: Fully accessible all year round, there is actually no best time to visit Gunung Mulu National Park. However, a small reminder is to book the hotel as early as you can if you come during the peak season – from July to September.
6. Niah National Park, Miri
Do you want to know how the settlement of human looks like 40,000 years ago?
Featuring one of the largest and oldest caverns on the Earth, Niah National Park is one of the most popular places to visit in Malaysia offers you a fun jungle walk and wonderful cave experiences like no other.
With merely 2-hour drive from Miri town, you will arrive at this pristine national park. A 20-minute easy trek will bring you to the cave entrance. From there, you will encounter different caves and discover ancient ways of living.
Niah National Park Highlights:
Great Cave – This is where the inhabitant of human 40,000 years ago was found, making it one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
Painted Cave –The cave houses ancient wall paintings but the area was fenced as the drawings are really fragile and deteriorating now.
Niah Archaeology Museum –A great place to learn about the cave ecosystem, geology and the prehistoric archaeology.
Gan Kira – This is the burial site during Neolithic period. Lots of ornaments and potteries were discovered.
Niah National Park Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2nghv1a Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00am – 5:00pm Ticket Price: Malaysian
Adult: RM10
Child: RM5
7. Semenggoh Nature Reserve
Meet and interact with the lovely orang utans at Semenggoh Nature Reserve! Established in 1975, this is the biggest orang utans Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak and it is located merely 20km south from Kuching.
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Nowadays, there are not much places in the world where we can look at our jungle cousins up close like this. Here, the orang utans are either born in the protected area or were rescued from captivity. Training was given to them until they are fully ready to be released into the jungle.
Semenggoh Nature Reserve Highlights:
Orang Utan feeding session – The feeding session happens at 9:00am and 3:00pm daily. Plan your day well so that you won’t miss this golden opportunity to closely look at grown-up orang utans begging for food!
Spectrum of flora and fauna – Giant squirrel and different kinds of bird species can be spotted around.
With an attracting slogan “See Sarawak in Half a Day”, Sarawak Cultural Village stands as an award-winning museum that introduces the lifestyles and cultures of different ethnic groups in Sarawak in the most interesting way. These ethnic groups include Iban, Bidayuh, Melanau and Penan.
Currently, there are over 150 locals living here, presenting tourists the ways of processing sago, handicrafts making and many more. You can also take part in their workshops to learn and experience their customs in their original home.
Sarawak Cultural Village Highlights:
Traditional dance performances – Expect to be surprised by this 45-minute show which presents you numerous tribes’ dances depicted by the professional local dancers.
Longhouses visitation – Take a stroll to the villages of different ethnic groups and find the differences between them. Sometimes, you might be invited to join their nightly ceremonies and have a sip of their rice wine and tuak.
Rainforest World Music Festival – This is an annual music festival which successfully attracts performers and visitors from all over the world.
Sarawak Cultural Village Details: Location: Pantai Damai, Santubong, 93752 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00am – 5:00pm Ticket Price:
Adult: RM50
Child: RM25
9. Sipadan Island
Internationally known as one of the world’s best scuba diving sites, Sipadan Island homes to over 3,000 species of sea creatures and hundreds of beautiful coral reefs.
Being the only marine island in Malaysia, it is also one of the few places to visit in Malaysia that offer you the charming views of different species of sea turtles on the beach. Besides, this oceanic island boasts an awe-inspiring view that could easily take your breath away.
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Sipadan Island Highlights:
Scuba Diving – No trip to Sipadan Island is completed without taking part in scuba diving. It is impossible to list out all the fishes you might discover in the water. Feedback from the divers is sometimes they encounter sharks at close hand! However, night diving is prohibited here.
Snorkelling – If scuba diving is too hard for you, you can also discover the fantastic underwater world through snorkelling which offers you equal fun as the scuba diving! Sea turtles are sometimes spotted while you are snorkelling too.
Bird-watching – Declared as the sanctuary of birds, you can find wood Pigeons, Sunbirds, starlings, Kingfishers and Sea Eagles here.
Sipadan Island Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2O9WIYs Best Time to Go: Satisfying weather is from April to August when there is less rain. Hawksbill turtles lay their eggs during this period too.
10. Desa Dairy Farm, Kundasang
Known as a small New Zealand in Sabah, Desa Dairy Farm is a cattle farm that produces around 900,000 liters milk every year.
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Covering 199 hectares, this is a famous tourist destination which located approximately 100km away from Kota Kinabalu. Together with the scenic mountain views, travellers always feel so satisfying to get to enjoy the fresh and delicious dairy products in the cool weather.
Desa Dairy Farm Highlights:
Photo taking with Mount Kinabalu as a backdrop – The magnificent mountain views is excellent to take an Instagram photo. This place always serves as wedding photography destination too.
Food kiosk – You can try the freshest milk, ice-cream, yogurt and pudding from the farm here.
Calf & goat feeding – Enjoy feeding calf and got with bottled milk and grass.
Cow milking process – Visitors are only allowed to see the cow milking process from far. The process is very efficient and systematic too.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a marine park made up of 5 islands, namely Gaya Island, Mamutik Island, Sapi Island, Sulug Island and Manukan Island.
All these islands are just a short boat ride from one another. During weekend, lots of tourists are here for day trip, either walking through the jungles or enjoy the perfect serenity at their untouched beaches. Basic accommodations are offered at Mamutik, Gaya and Manukan.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Highlights:
Diving – The marine park offers 25 decent dive sites in total. Dive center can be accessed all around the island. Some offer the dive trips to nearby islands like Tiga Island and Mantamani Island too.
Snorkelling – Sapi Island and Manukan Island offer several beautiful public beaches where snorkelling can be enjoyed.
Jungle trekking – At Gaya Island, there are 20km trails where you might encounter proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards and bearded pigs along the way.
Sailing, kayaking and BBQ dinner can be enjoyed here too.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2Mn33zk Best Time to Go: The marine park is available all year round as it is not affected by monsoon season. Just that there will be more rainfall from November to February.
12. Mount Kinabalu
The first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Malaysia – Mount Kinabalu has delighted endless nature lovers as they are able to witness spectrum of flora and fauna at different altitudes. Hence, it also serves as one of the world’s most important biological sites until the present day.
Towering at 4,095m above the sea level, climbers always find it challenging yet rewarding conquering the height. At the peak, it reveals a vast view of Borneo mountains. If you reach here before dawn, you will be blessed with the most beautiful sunrise ever.
Mount Kinabalu Highlights:
Summit trail – This is a shorter route that has many trail shelters along the way. The journey to the top takes around 6 to 8 hours.
Mesilau trail – Suitable for adventurous climbers, this trail is relatively slippered than any other trails, especially during wet season.
Poring Hot Spring – You might spot Rafflesia – the biggest flower on the Earth while making your way to the hot spring.
Mount Kinabalu Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2ndNLBR Best Time to Go: It is recommended to visit Mount Kinabalu during the dry periods – from February to April. Due to the less rainfall, there are higher chances to see clearer views at the peak.
13. Endau Rompin National Park
Just like the Taman Negara, Endau Rompin National Park which consists one of the world’s oldest rainforest has so much to offer. If you wonder, it has its name from the 2 rivers flowing through the park, which are Endau River and Rompin River.
This national park is not that easily accessible and the trekking is quite challenging too. However, the difficulty still seduced endless adventure seekers from all over the world every year.
Endau Rompin National Park Highlights:
Explore deep into the jungle – Guided by Orang Asli (native people) who live in the Kampung Peta, they will show you the edible plants and safe water sources along the way.
Buaya Sangkut Waterfall – The trek to this pristine waterfall isn’t that easy. It requires rope to assist you in climbing the steep slopes.
Blue water lake – Due to the sunlight reflection, the lake looks dazzling blue during the day.
Rubber tube rafting, night safari and night trekking are the activities you shouldn’t miss out too.
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Endau Rompin National Park Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2vAJ4Gd Best time to Go: The park is best to be visited between April and October. Due to the monsoon season, it is closed from November to March.
14. Legoland Malaysia
Kids rejoice! Specially designed for children aged 2-12, Legoland Malaysia is a Lego theme park perfect for a family holiday. With more than 70 exciting rides, shows, and interactive activities, it brings adventure, fun and education altogether, making your childhood dream comes true!
Legoland Malaysia Highlights:
Divided into theme park and water park, all attractions inside Legoland Malaysia are made from Lego bricks.
The theme park consists of 8 themes, namely The Beginning, Lego Kingdom, Lego Technic, Land of Adventure, Miniland, Lego City, Imagination and the newly added indoor themed – Lego Ninjago.
For the water park, there are surfing opportunities, a lazy river, exciting water slides and many interactive play structures for little ones.
There is also a Legoland Hotel beside which features comfortable lego-themed rooms to bring every childhood imagination comes to life.
Legoland Malaysia Details: Location: 7, Jalan Legoland, Medini, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00am – 6:00pm
15. Rawa Island
You probably didn’t know Maldives do exist in Malaysia. Off the east coast of Johor lies a hidden gem – Rawa Island which is completely surrounded by majestic coral kingdom.
Snow white sands, dazzling blue sea and rich marine life, the island is just like a paradise you wish you could stay here forever.
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Rawa Island Highlights:
Snorkelling – At just 20-30m from the shore, you can enjoy snorkelling all the way from northern to southern part of the beach.
Hiking – Explore the inner part of the island through hiking to the hilltop. At the summit, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the island and the surrounding ocean.
Island hopping – Take part in the island hopping to nearby islands like Mensirip Island and Harimau Island. You can also have a picnic there.
Kayaking – See the island from a different angle – from the middle of the ocean. It could be the most memorable experience in your lifetime.
Water slides – Splash into the sea after several twists and turns gliding down the orange slides. Best for thrill seekers.
Rawa Island Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2KssOfC Best Time to Go: The island is closed from October to February due to the monsoon season. So, do plan your visit in the days between April to September to get the best weather so that you can enjoy water sports to the fullest.
16. UK Farm
In need a short getaway to nature? At UK Farm in Kluang, Johor, you will be able to experience an agro-vacation that brings you closer to farm animals and its natural surroundings.
Choose one of the UK Farm tour packages offered and start packing your luggage. Let’s go!
UK Farm Highlights:
Goat Milking Process Centre – See how the experts milk the goat. After that, you can have a taste of the freshest goat milk. Milks and other products are sold here too.
Jakun Village – Enjoy blowpipe performance, discover the self-made hunting traps and admire the interesting tree house from Orang Asli!
Animals feeding – Grab the golden chance to feed animals like ostriches and chicken.
Fruit farm – Pluck yourself some juicy fruits to stay hydrated in the hot afternoon.
Stunning night life – You can enjoy singing karaoke in room or releasing the stunning sky lanterns into the sky at night!
UK Farm Details: Location: Plot 8, Project Pertanian Moden Kluang, KM13 Jalan Batu Pahat, 86000 Kluang, Johor, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00am – 6:00pm Entrance fee:
Adult: RM47.70
Child: RM37.10
17. Petronas Twin Towers
You can’t just visit Kuala Lumpur without going to this iconic landmark – Petronas Twin Towers. Inspired by Malaysia’s former Prime Minister – Tun Mahathir Mohamad, this 88-storey twin skyscraper was once the tallest building in the world – from 1998 to 2004. It’s one of the best places to visit in Malaysia.
With the built of a sky bridge on the 41st floors, it gives you the chance to touch the skylines of Kuala Lumpur. Sounds amazing? Let’s not miss the chance to see the panoramic views of city landscape from atop while you are here.
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Petronas Twin Towers Highlights:
Suria KLCC – A 6-storey shopping mall that houses top-notch brands of the world, an art gallery, a science discovery centre and a concert hall.
Aquaria KLCC – With more than 150 species of sea creatures, this aquarium takes you to different underwater landscapes. There’s even a 90m tunnel completely surrounded by sharks and huge stingrays.
KLCC Park – Visit the park at night to enjoy the amazing dancing music fountain in the middle.
Petronas Twin Towers Details: Location: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Skybridge Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00am – 9:00pm Closed on: Monday Skybridge Ticket Price: Non-Malaysian:
Adult: RM80
Child: Rm33
Senior Citizen: RM42 Malaysian:
Adult: RM28
Child: RM14
Senior Citizen: RM14
18. Menara KL Tower
Featuring a fantastic observation deck, Menara KL Tower offers every visitor a golden chance to see the sparkling city landscape view which is so glorious regardless day and night.
Together with Petronas Twin Towers, these 2 skyscrapers stand as the most recognizable landmark in Kuala Lumpur and both are the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.
Menara KL Tower Highlights:
KL Tower Observation Deck& Sky Deck – Both decks offer breathtaking views from top. For braver persons, head to the unsheltered Sky Deck for a more overwhelming view.
360 Revolving Restaurant – Here, you can enjoy fine dining amidst the clouds – at a height of 282m above the ground.
Blue Coral Aquarium – This is a tropical rainforest aquarium offering spectrum of coral fishes and sharks. Different species of coral reefs can be spotted too.
KL Forest Eco-Park – As the tower is nestled in Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, visitors are welcomed to visit this eco-park amongst the hustling city. There’s also a 200m canopy walk offering a vista of greenery.
A place where Malaysia’s independence was declared; a place where Malayan flag first raised; a place where annual National Day celebrations and the New Year countdown was held. Yes, Merdeka Square which literally means Independence Square is truly the most memorable landmark in Malaysia!
Merdeka Square Highlights:
National Day Parade is held here every year.
There is an enormous flag pole with fluttering Malaysian flag – one of the tallest flag poles in the world.
The Sultan Abdul Samad Building – Built by British, the majestic building now houses office of the Ministry of Malaysia.
Well-maintained gardens, fountains and terraces, the square is best for an Instagram picture.
It is easily accessible to other attractions like Kuala Lumpur City Gallery and St Mary’s Anglican Cathedral.
Merdeka Square Details: Location: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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20. Sunway Lagoon
Your best day ever begins here! For every adventurer as well as water activity enthusiasts, Sunway Lagoon is a fun-filled park featuring over 90 thrilling rides and attractions in 6 different zones.
The 6 zones are Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon, Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, Extreme Park and Scream Park. As the park is extremely big, grab a map and fully utilise it to perfectly plan your day!
Bungee Jump, G-Force X and Go Kart are some of the extreme sports available. Best for adrenaline junkies.
At the wildlife theatre inside the Wildlife Park, catch the wildlife multi-animal show that starts at 3pm.
The amusement park houses the first 360-degree rotating pirate ship in Malaysia. It takes you swivelling at 24m above the ground.
At the surf beach, different waves patterns are generated at up to 8 feet. The experience will definitely delight every aspiring surfer.
After the day, enjoy your dinner at Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall just located beside Sunway Lagoon.
Sunway Lagoon Details: Location: 3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00am – 6:00pm Ticket Price:
Adult: RM169.80
Child & Senior Citizen: RM141.50
21. Batu Caves
Dedicated to the Lord Murugan, Batu Caves is also one of the best places to visit in Malaysia that consists of 3 limestone caves featuring Hindu shrines and Hindu temples.
Every year, Batu Caves seduces lots of tourists and worshippers from all over the world, especially when Hindu festival Thaipusam is around the corner.
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As this is a religious site, avoid wearing short skirts or hot pants while paying a visit.
Batu Caves Highlights:
There is a tall golden statue of Lord Muruga at the cave’s entrance.
Cathedral Cave – The biggest cave here that requires every visitor to climb 272 steps staircases to the top.
Museum Cave & Art Gallery Cave – Located at the foot of the hill, these 2 caves are fully filled with paintings and Hindu statues. Audio tour is available too.
Ramayana Cave – A place to learn about the story of Lord Rama.
Nestled in Selangor, Broga Hill is a popular hiking trail among the locals. It gets its name from the Broga River that flows through the vicinity. Every weekend, the place is crowded since early in the morning in order to catch the sunrise. This place is best for a morning person, casual hikers and trail runners.
Broga Hill Highlights:
There are 3 hilltops in total – Among the 3 hilltops, many said the second hilltop offers the best view.
Striking view at the peak (400m) – You will see the view of the village and its surrounding greenery until the far horizon. Best if you reach early to catch the golden sunrise!
The journey is approximately 1-hour. Don’t worry about the difficulty. From easy to moderate level, you can choose the trails according to your fitness level. Along the way, you can take as many pictures as you want.
Coconut stall – Enjoy a refreshing coconut drink at the foot of the hill after descending from the peak.
Broga Hill Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2AHpzSa Entrance fee: RM1 per head Best Time to Go: Be there as early as 5:00am to catch the sunrise. Also, go on weekdays to avoid crowds.
23. Georgetown Heritage Walk
Take a heritage walk along the Georgetown and let the street tells you the story from ancient until the present day. Lined with old classic shophouses, this is where the charm of Penang lies at – delicious local delicacies, mixing architecture of eastern and western buildings and wonderful mural arts!
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Georgetown Heritage Walk Highlights:
You don’t need a car to get around the streets. All attractions are within walking distance from each other. However, you can take a trishaw ride to add some colours to your tour.
Mural arts – There are surprisingly huge amounts of mural arts in every corner of the streets. Sometimes you may need to queue up to take pictures with these mural arts!
Chew Jetty –Surrounded by wooden houses which are built over the water, there are lots of souvenirs shops and desserts stall lining the way to the jetty. The jetty which locates at the end is famous for photo taking too.
St George’s Church – Remember to pay a visit to the oldest Anglican church in Southeast part of Asia.
Goddess of Mercy Temple – Penang’s oldest Chinese temple which overlooks the sea.
Georgetown Heritage Walk Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2M8Q1Zz Best Time to Go: In the morning, the street is practically deserted. You will have the entire streets for yourself.
24. Penang Hill
Penang Hill is probably the last remaining yet interesting part in Penang where you can have some quiet moments with nature.
It comprises 6 peaks reachable by different hiking trails and there are numerous sights along the way. If you don’t prefer hiking, a Penang Hill Funicular Train is set up to bring you up. At the summit, you will be rewarded with a panoramic vista of the mainland and beautiful islands.
Penang Hill Highlights:
Penang Hill Funicular Train – Malaysia’s one of a kind train that brings visitors up the hill.
The highest point of Penang Hill is at the Western Hill, 800m above the sea level. It is accessible via the train.
Old buildings from British colonial are found on the hill. The famous one would be Bel Retiro – a British government bungalow.
Mother nature – Immerse in the green nature while taking leisure trek along the trails. Slipper Orchid and Monkey Cup and be spotted along the way.
Standing magnificently on the hilltop and facing the sea, Kek Lok Si Temple is Malaysia’s biggest Buddhist temple built in 1891. Divided into 3 zones, the temple boasts hundreds of meaningful sculptures, carvings, murals, as well as the striking pagoda and archway.
It treasures not only the precious Buddha teaching and Chinese culture but also the heritage of Mahayana Buddhism that blends with them in harmony. Every day, the temple is visited by worshippers and tourists from all over the world.
Kek Lok Si Temple Highlights:
Grand enormous statue of Kuan Yin – Goddess of Mercy is located at hilltop.
Impressive Rama VI pagoda – A 7-storey high tower located at the center of the temple.
Fish ponds, turtle ponds, beautiful gardens and 12 lovely animal statues representing each Chinese zodiac sign can be found here.
Kek Lok Si Temple Details: Location: Kek Lok Si Temple,11500 Ayer Itam, Penang, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00am – 5:30pm Ticket Price: Free entrance
26. Lost World Tambun
Located at Ipoh, the Lost World Tambun is more than just a fun-filled theme park. Instead, it is an ultimate day and night destination that offers something to every one of us – from amusement park rides to amazing eco-adventure. Educational elements are added to the park too.
Lost World Tambun Highlights:
Water Park – Wave pool, adventure river and water slides offered are friendly to all ages.
Amusement Park – For braver ones, this area offers you an array of speedy rides that will have you soaring or flying in the sky.
Tin Valley – A place to educate today’s generation about the knowledge of tin mining.
Tiger Valley – Catch the tiger feeding show and be amazed by their strength and power.
Adventure Park – Work as a team to overcome all challenges in the team building activities.
Petting Zoo – Be friends with animals from more than 55 species.
Luminous Forest – Immerse yourself in the world of dazzling flowers and magical creatures.
Lost World Tambun Details: Location: No.1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1, Sunway City Ipoh, 31150 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday to Sunday & Public Holidays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Closed on: Tuesday Ticket Price:
Adult: RM58.20
Child & Senior Citizen: RM54
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27. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple
Literally means the Cave of Ultimate Blis, Kek Lok Tong is a unique cavern temple situated at the outskirts of the Ipoh city. It’s great to pay a visit in the morning because the natural lightning and the cool breeze is extremely refreshing. For Buddhism, you can pray here too.
Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple Highlights:
A lotus candle can be purchased and you can write your names down. The money goes for a prayer offering.
The temple is located inside the magnificent limestone cave. There are plenty of wonderful Buddhist sculptures around.
At the garden, visitors can jog along the trails that surround the lakes. There are reflexology footpaths too.
There is also an elegant pond filled with fishes, turtles and waterlilies.
Located 21km off the coast of Terengganu, Perhentian Islands consist of 2 islands which are famed for their pristine nature and rich marine life. The bigger island is mainly for luxury getaway; while the smaller island offers budget accommodations, which are suitable for backpackers.
Perhentian Island Highlights:
Scuba diving – Despite discovering fishes and coral reefs, you may encounter harmless sharks and sea turtles while diving here.
Snorkelling – The popular snorkelling spots include Shark Point, Teluk Pauh and Tanjung Basi. You can even snorkel right in front of your accommodation too.
Kayaking – You can also paddle around the island on your own. Sometimes you may discover the secluded beaches that give you more privacy.
Perhentian Island Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2LZSSDL Best Time to Go: Peak season falls from June to August when the weather is excellent all day long. Take note that the island is closed from November to January due to monsoon season.
29. Redang Island
Another elegant island located 45km off the coast of Terengganu is Redang Island. It is famous places to visit in Malaysia for its dazzling blue water; snow white beach and it boasts many tropical fishes inhabiting the coral reefs too. This makes the island a delightful destination for snorkelling and scuba diving.
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Due to the rich marine life, the island is declared as a part of the Redang Marine Park, whereby visitors have to pay an entrance fee upon arrival. Another thing to take note is: jet skiing, water skiing and fishing are banned to protect the quality and serenity of the marine park.
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Redang Island Highlights:
Snorkelling – This is the must-do activity on the island and there are endless snorkelling tours to nearby islands. There is a shipwreck near the jetty, which is a perfect spot for exploration via snorkelling.
Turtle watching – The island houses a turtle conservation center and a green turtle nursery – SEATRU. You can volunteer, help them to collect turtle eggs and incubate them.
Redang Island Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2Oa15mq Best Time to Go: The excellent visiting season is from March to October: warm weather, calm coastal water and many resorts are available. If you come before March, sadly to tell you that many resorts are closed due to the monsoon season.
30. Langkawi Cable Car
Langkawi Cable Car (aka Sky Cab) is one of the relaxing and engaging places to visit in Malaysia you can indulge in Langkawi Island.
Depart from the Base Station, the cable car ride will bring you up to the Mount Machincang. At the top station, lots of activities are available and it’s hard to enjoy them all in just a day.
The 15-minute cable car takes you up to a height of 708m in a very steep gradient. Along the way, you will see spectacular views of islands, waterfalls, mountains and occasional sight of birds and wildlife.
Langkawi Cable Car Highlights:
At the top station, you can access the SkyGlide – a unique elevator with glass panels on every side to provide a clear view of Machincang mountain. Or, you can walk on the Langkawi Sky Bridge for an unfolding mountain viewing experience.
Langkawi Cable Car Details: Location: Jalan Telaga Tujuh, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia. Opening Hours:
Thursday to Tuesday: 9:30am – 7:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00am – 7:00pm Ticket Price: Non-Malaysian:
Adult: RM30
Child: RM20 Malaysian:
Adult: RM15
Child: RM10
31. Langkawi Sky Bridge
Completed in 2004, Langkawi Sky Bridge is a free span pedestrian bridge located on the summit of Mount Manchincang. The curving design is practised to maximise the mountain viewing experience.
Swinging out to offer a special spatial experience to all visitor, a walk on the sky bridge is truly the most amazing place to visit in Langkawi Island you can experience. You really feel yourself standing at the same height with the mountains around you!
Langkawi Sky Bridge Highlights:
Built by stainless steel, this sky bridge is 125m long and 1.8m wide and can accommodate 200 people at once.
The sky bridge is accessible through the cable car ride to the top station followed by an inclinator lift ride called SkyGlide. Or, you can choose a nature walk from the top station to the sky bridge.
Spanning over 100 square kilometers, Kilim Karst Geoforest Park is a nature reserve park consists of mangrove swamps, vertical karstic hills and beautiful beaches. Several limestone formations that aged over 500 million years old are discovered here.
The park can be explored by taking a boat cruise along the Kilim river. However, if you want to explore the park at your own, there are kayaks and private boats available and can be rented at almost all of the tour operators on the island.
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Kilim Karst Geoforest Park Highlights:
When the boat takes you to dense mangroves swamps, you will see many amazing animals like monitor lizards, mud carbs, otter and sometimes crocodiles.
Eagle feeding – This is truly an unforgettable sight where you will see eagles catching for chicken thrown from the boat.
Bat Cave – A place where you will see colonies of bats flying all over your head or hanging on the wall.
Tanjung Rhu – The boat tour will bring you to this white sandy beach fringed by casuarina tree. You can swim or take a stroll here.
Built in 1511, A Famosa Fort aka Porta De Santiago stands proudly as one of the oldest surviving European remains in eastern country, making it the major tourist destination in Malaysia.
Located in Malacca, this historical sightseeing spot is built by Portuguese to defend themselves against invasion after they defeated the local Sultanate. During the time, the fort housed the entire government administration, hospital, churches as well as key towers.
Later in 1806, the fort was destroyed by British, left only the front gate which we see today.
A Famosa Fort Highlights:
Typical tourist photo in Malacca was taken here.
You can learn about the history of the Portuguese.
This fort is the entryway to the St Paul’s Church at the top of the hill.
A Famosa Fort Details: Location:http://bit.ly/2vmXg6j Best Time to Go: Early in the morning when the place is less crowded and the weather is favourable. With less people, you can get better pictures from different angles.
34. Jonker Street
If you want to enjoy the best food in Malacca, then you shouldn’t miss out the Jonker Street which is the center street of the Chinatown in Malacca! There are many antique shops lining the street, be it clothing, crafts or local food, you can find them here.
The best part about Jonker Street is, it turns into a vibrant night market every Friday and Saturday, selling everything ranging from tasty street food to unique gifts. A lot of hotels and homestays can be found here too.
Jonker Street Highlights:
Jonker Walk Night Market – Everything about the night market is colourful. Food, bars, live performances and clothes are all available.
There are museums along the street showcasing the culture and history of Malacca. For instance, Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum and Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum.
For Buddhist, do pay a visit to the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple which believed to be one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Malaysia.
Jonker Street Details: Location: http://bit.ly/2nj40Op Best Time to Go: If you happen to be in Malacca on Friday and Saturday, the night market at Jonker Street is place you should not miss out.
35. Port Dickson
Port Dickson is a coastal town nestled in Negeri Sembilan which widely known as a beach resort destination. Fringed with long stretches of beaches and beautiful sea, it boasts exciting attractions like extreme park, army museum and ostrich farm too, suitable for a wholesome day.
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As Port Dickson is well-connected to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur through the highway, it serves as an easily accessible family vacation destination. Besides, there are many budget and luxury resorts and hotels available for a pleasant stay.
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Port Dickson Highlights:
Best beaches to visit include Pantai Cahaya Negeri, Pantai Tanjung Biru and Pantai Saujana.
To learn about the military history and weaponry of Malaysia, go to the Port Dickson Army Museum and take as many pictures as you can.
You can pet and ride an ostrich at the PD Ostrich Farm.
For spectacular view of the Straits of Malacca and secluded beaches from above, go to the Cape Rachado – the lighthouse at the southern part of Port Dickson.
Port Dickson Details: Location: http://bit.ly/2viTGdz Best Time to Go: Port Dickson is humid and hot throughout the year. Swimming in the sea can be enjoyed all year round too. Just that there will be more rainfall on November and December.
