Day Trips & Excursions in Malaysia

Sapi Island and Manukan is one of the most popular island in Kota Kinabalu for snorkeling and walking exploring the coast to discover coral reefs as well as various typical tropical fish of Kota Kinabalu waters. You can enjoy relaxing views of the beautiful beach, BBQ lunch that served by the locals as well and also the small forest trekking on the island. Only about 3km to 8km from Kota Kinabalu, you will arrive at Sapi Island and Manukan about 10-20 minutes.

Combine the culture and history of Penang with a dose of family fun during a half-day sightseeing tour that includes an admission ticket to the Upside Down Museum. Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown with a guide means that you'll benefit from both insider knowledge and tailored recommendations. Plus, you'll cover more attractions in less time as you travel the area in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Relax on a 3-hour scenic drive from Kuala Lumpur to Taman Negara National Park, where you'll take a water taxi across the river to a rainforest resort. Set out on a 20-minute guided jungle trek on a trail to Bukit Teresek (Teresek Hill). You will be rewarded with gorgeous views on the world's longest canopy walk, followed by a longboat ride. This small-group tour includes lunch, fruit and afternoon tea.

Skip the hassle of public buses and relax with pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel as you treat your family to Jong's Crocodile Farm & Zoo. Around 20 miles (30 kilometers) away from Kuching, this crocodile farm is home to over 1,000 mighty reptiles and a dedicated crocodile museum, plus monkeys, leopards, sun bears, deer, turtles, and more. Don't miss the feeding sessions and the giant crocodile skull.

Explore the colorful underwater world of the Pulau Payar Marine Park on this great day trip from Penang. Spend the day snorkeling and swimming, plus enjoy a scenic ferry ride between Penang and Pulau Payar. All equipment, a savory buffet lunch of Dominican fare, and round-trip transport from your hotel is included in this fantastic tour!

Join this convenient day trip from Kuala Lumpur to see an entirely different city, the planned administrative center of the Malaysian government, Putrajaya. Don't worry about navigating public transport to Putrajaya with this organized tour. Visit many highlights - such as mosques and spacious government complexes - on a busy full-day trip.

A Wildlife experience with an encounter with Orang Utans, the endemic Long nose Proboscis monkey and the world's smallest bear - Borneon Sunbear.  Capture a overview of the Sandakan city before stopping by the famous Australian War memorial.  (OPTIONAL: You may OPT to return back to the Orang Utan center for the afternoon feeding In place of the City tour with visit to the Australian War memorial in the afternoon).

If you're trying to get the most out of a tight schedule, this day trip from Kuala Lumpur is a great way to experience the sights and sounds of Putrajaya, the seat of the Malaysian government. Instead of making your own way south and losing time looking for places to see, get picked up from your hotel and driven direct to several of Putrajaya's beautiful Islamic-inspired landmarks, including the Putra Mosque, the Prime Minister's Office and the Palace of Justice.

On this handy trip, travelers to Kuala Lumpur can experience a quieter, more rural lifestyle in Pulau Ketam. This island is within easy reach of the capital, and this tour makes it easy to get there, on a ferry. Visit a number of interesting sites with your guide - including a mosque, parks, and fishing villages - and enjoy a local lunch. This is an easy way to escape the hustle of Kuala Lumpur for a day.

This full-day itinerary showcases the surroundings of Kuala Lumpur, from the Sekinchan rice fields to the Kuala Selangor Nature Park mangroves. Along the way, you'll visit Pantai Redang (Redang Beach), a rice museum and several temples. Top off the tour with a boat ride past fireflies lighting up the night forest. A seafood lunch and riverside dinner are included with round-trip hotel transport.

Trekking for 2 hours in the rainforest of Taman Negara "” home to many threatened animal species including tigers, elephants, tapirs, rhinos and sun bears "” is just one of several adventures offered on this day trip from Kuala Lumpur. After a visit to Batu Caves, see the treetops on a canopy walk and learn about the abundant flora and fauna with your nature guide. You'll get onto the river and shoot the rapids then watch a blowpipe demonstration at an Orang Asli aboriginal village. Lunch and transport included.

Experience Malaysia's Garden City with a half-day tour of Putrajaya from Kuala Lumpur. See the country's most iconic crops at a living museum where coca, oil palms and tropical fruits are cultivated, and learn how rubber goes from tree to final products. See the modern government center, then explore the city's famous pink mosque at the edge of a scenic lake. Visit the imposing building that houses Malaysia's Prime Minister's office before returning to your Kuala Lumpur hotel.

Set out in search of Malaysia's native Rafflesia flowers, a magnificent rare flower that can measure up to 1-meter long, on this full-day tour to Gunung Gading National Park from Kuching. Enjoy a brisk hike along rainforest trails, passing wild waterfalls and exotic birds, then stop to enjoy a packed lunch (included) in the heart of the jungle. Make sure you keep your camera to hand - the Rafflesia is the world's largest flower and it's a prime opportunity for budding wildlife photographers.

Satang Island consists of Pulau Satang Besar and Pulau Satang Kecil. Journey through its pristine waters and visit a turtle hatchery, where you'll learn about conservation efforts, and have the chance to journey into an underwater world on this Satang Island Turtle Conservation and snorkeling day trip. Enjoy the calm relaxation of traveling across the South China Sea, snorkel and swim in clear blue waters amid colorful fish and gain a deeper understanding of conservation efforts being made to preserve and protect sea turtles on this popular day trip from Kuching.

Escape city heat and crowds on an 8-hour trip to Genting Highlands from Kuala Lumpur, and spend the day in the cool air exploring kid-friendly high-altitude destinations. Float above forested mountains and valleys on the optional Genting Skyway cable car ride, visit a Taoist temple, then pick your own strawberries at a local farm. Slip past a soaring golden Murugan statue to enter the Batu Caves, and climb high into a limestone cave chamber to visit hidden shrines.

Discover the laid-back fishing village of Pulau Ketam (Crab Island) during this 8-hour excursion that also includes a short sightseeing tour in Kuala Lumpur. Experience the daily lifestyle of the the island's locals as you explore this unique community situated above the water line on stilts. Then enjoy a tasty Malaysian lunch before catching the included ferry back to Kuala Lumpur, where you'll undertake a brief coach sightseeing trip to two of the country's largest mosque and Chinese temple. Your excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport, a guide and entrance fees.

Explore more of Malaysia's natural beauty with this exclusive day tour! Visit Sky Mirror one of Malaysia's most popular tourist attractions at kuala Selangor. See the sky meet the earth at Sasaran Beach, where low tides result to reflective shallow waters! Take advantage of the sea's amazing illusion and start a creative yet mind-boggling photoshoot Witness a multitude of sea creatures such as sea clams, shore crabs, sea snails and pink dolphins! Play around with perspective and take funny and amusing pictures at Sky Mirror Use Sky Mirror's installations for a more creative family photo! Prepare crazy poses and wear colorful clothing to stand out in your group photo!

Check out Kuala Lumpur's 10 top sights on a day tour with a knowledgeable guide. The Malaysian capital is home to landmarks of historical and religious significance, as well as contemporary structures known for their impressive architecture. Get a glimpse of the most prominent and iconic features of the city, including Central Market, the Petronas Twin Towers and Batu Caves.

Venture south of Kuching to Semonggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and get an up close look at how dedicated locals and naturalists help to preserve, protect and rehabilitate orangutans that have been injured, orphaned or captured. Watch as these giant primates roam freely and witness rainforest feedings as part of this unique trip, which includes a short trek into the jungle and hotel pick up and drop off.

Get a bird's-eye view over Kuala Lumpur from the Observation Deck of the 88-story Petronas Twin Towers. Private transport with a professional driver lets you sightsee around the city as well as to Batu Caves. Visit sites of historical value such as Merdeka Square (Independence Square) and the National Mosque, and shop at Central Market or the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre. Then head to Batu Caves and climb the 272 steps to its Hindu shrine.