From land to sea to mountainside, Malaysia’s magic is hard to describe
Bordered by white sand coastlines and filled with everything from wilderness and wildlife to modern metropolises and heritage cities, Malaysia is for every type of traveller. The outdoorsy have the jungles of Borneo and the mighty Mount Kinabalu; the animal lovers can spot the protected orangutangs, turtle hatchlings or pygmy elephants in Sabah, while the foodies have centuries of flavours to explore from east to west. Wanderers have their pick of cities ranging from the new-age KL, the gateway city of Koto Kinabalu, to the heritage, UNESCO streets of Georgetown. And, of course, the beaches. Need we say more?
Most countries are not required to obtain a visa for tourism travel in Malaysia for up to 90 days.
However, most visitors will need to obtain a Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia.
To enter Malaysia you may need:
An undamaged passport valid for at least six months from the date you exit Malaysia
One blank passport page for an entry stamp
A tourist visa or Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
A return or onward ticket from Malaysia
Proof of funds to financially support yourself while travelling in Malaysia
Documentation supporting the purpose of your stay, like accommodation or tour booking.
Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
The Internet is easy to access in Malaysia’s large cities, with Internet cafes and Wi-Fi hot spots quite common, especially in tourist spots, hotels and hostels. Regional areas and rural communities might have little to no internet access, so be aware of this before heading out of the city.
Mobile phone coverage is excellent in Malaysia’s large cities; however, it may be patchy in regional areas. Ensure you have global roaming activated on your phone before leaving home.
Malaysian public toilets are a mix of western-style toilets and squat toilets. Up-market hotels and malls will usually have both options, whereas rural areas will almost certainly only have squat toilets. Be aware that soap and paper aren't always supplied, so be prepared and carry your own.