Malaysia

Select Vacations invites you to visit Malaysia, a bubbling, bustling melting pot of races and religions where Malays, Indians, Chinese and many other ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony. The natural warmth of Malaysia is legendary and wherever you travel throughout Malaysia the friendliness and the hospitality of the people will prove to be a very special experience.

Multiculturalism has made Malaysia a gastronomical paradise and it has also made Malaysia home to hundreds of colourful festivals. It's no wonder that they love celebrating and socialising. Malaysia is a paradise of sun drenched beaches, enchanting islands, diverse flora & fauna, forest retreats and magnificent mountains. For the perfect holiday full of surprises, eclectic cultures and natural wonders Malaysia has something for everybody.

Kuala Lumpur	Langkawi	Pangkor
Penang	Sabah

Destination Information

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Getting There:

Select Vacations offers economy & business class airfares with Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airlines, British Airways and Singapore Airlines.

Visa:

Australians travelling on an Australian passport do not need a visa to visit Malaysia

Passport:

For tourism visits of up to 3 months, provided the passport has at 6 months validity at time of entry

Currency & Credit Cards.

The local currency is the ringgit (RM), and the exchange rate is usually around 3 RM to the Australian dollar, making Malaysia a bargain destination for travellers. The Malaysian banknotes come in 1,2,5,10, 50 & 100 RM and coins in5,10,20 & 50 seen. Credit cards are widely accepted in all hotels, bars, restaurants and shops.

Weather

The climate in Malaysia is tropical with high temperatures and high humidity throughout the year. Daytime temperatures rise above 30°C year-round and night-time temperatures rarely drop below 20°C.

Getting around

Getting around Malaysia by air is easy and affordable. On the ground, buses are the local's preferred mode of transport because they're cheap, safe and connect directly to many remoter areas. Comfort levels may vary, but they're a good choice. On the East Coast regular ferry services allow for easy island hopping, with tickets pre-sold from nearby office outlets. In Sarawak, travel to really remote places, such as longhouse villages in the jungle, is only possible via longboat rides upriver, making the journey an exciting part of your adventure.

What to Wear

Lightweight, loose-fitting clothes are sensible at any time of year. To avoid offending local sensibilities, female travellers should wear clothes that cover the legs and upper arms. Note that shorts are rarely worn by adults, except at the beach. Full-length trousers will create a better impression. Because of the rainfall patterns in Malaysia, always carry an umbrella.

General Hints

• Looming over downtown Kuala Lumpur like twin rocket ships, the iconic Petronas Towers were the world’s tallest buildings from 1998 to 2004. Soaring to 436m (1,453ft), the towers are linked by a glass walkway with a viewing deck on the 41st floor.
• Take a tour to the remarkable Batu Caves which are a series of dramatic limestone caverns, dripping with stalactites, revered as a Hindu shrine.
• Visit the Elephant Conservation Farm at Kuala Gandah - only one and a half hour's journey from Kuala Lumpur. Located in a beautiful tropical rainforest, the Elephant 'Sanctuary' is an elephant conservation programme where you come into close contact with semi-wild elephants.

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