Malaysia expedition overview

Enjoy spectacular trekking in a variety of locations including old colonial hill stations and through deep jungle in some of the world’s oldest rainforest! Assist in both community projects and conservation initiatives. Relax by the stunning coastline and experience the unique and diverse Malaysian culture.

Expedition highlights

• Visit the spectacular Batu Caves outside of Kuala Lumpur.
• Experience the stunning views from the viewing platform between the Petronas Towers.
• Sample the delicious local food at the night markets in Bukit Bintang or Chinatown.
• Participate in a blowpipe competition at Rajan Jones' guesthouse.
• Live alongside the local community whilst on project.
• Learn wilderness survival skills and how to make fire with your jungle guides.
• Spend the Rest and Relaxation phase on the beautiful beaches of the Perhentian Islands.

Things to know

• The local jungle guides have a wealth of knowledge. Ask them to show you some of their jungle skills.
• When trekking through the jungle 'Do as the locals do'.
• Malaysia boasts a huge biodiversity including mountains, rainforest, mangroves and beaches and many endemic species including the proboscis monkey.
• Malaysia has its own indigenous people, the Orang Asli, the majority of whom spend their entire lives in the jungle.
• Many believe that the jungle of Kenong Rimba and Taman Negara is older than the Amazon!