Into Malaysia's Belum Rainforest: 130 million years of history

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Day 1: Welcome to Malaysia!

Welcome to Malaysia! Today, you'll land in the glittering capital of Kuala Lumpur where you'll be greeted by your English-speaking expert guide. You'll be taken to your hotel where you'll check in and relax after what was likely a long flight. Afterwards, you'll have time to start exploring the city!

In the evening, you will have a Cultural Dinner to learn more about the different races and cultures of Malaysians. What an exciting introduction into the food, drink, dance, and music of this vibrant country!

Kuala Lumpur

Day 2: Explore Exciting Kuala Lumpur

After breakfast, you will head out to explore the Batu Caves Temple, an incredible landmark in the city and a holy place for the Hindu Devotees. The Batu Caves may require some level of fitness as you will climb the 272 steps to enter the Main Cave Temple. Along the way to the Main Cave, you will also pass another one called the Dark Cave, a limestone rock marvel that is more than 400 million years old. You'll explore the entire area with an expert naturalist.

Afterwards, you will visit other beautiful sites in Kuala Lumpur such as the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Central Market, and also Masjid Jamek. You will then end the day with a visit to the spectacular Skybridge of the Petronas Twin Towers for the best viewpoint in the city.

Cameron Highlands

Day 3: Adventure Through the Cameron Highlands

You will head up to Cameron Highlands, which is famously known for being one of the largest tea plantations in South East Asia. After checking in to your new hotel, enjoy the breeze of Mount Brinchang and trek through the Mossy Forest, full of exotic and carnivorous plants such as the Pitcher Plant, wild Ginger, primitive Ferns, and Wild Orchids.

If you are lucky, you might learn some basic forest survival techniques and other native concepts from our experienced naturalist guide. The Mossy Forest is also known as the cloudy forest because it is often enveloped in mist, giving you the feeling of being in a fairytale land.

Cameron Highlands

Day 4: Sunrise on Mount Brinchang

On your fourth day, you'll have an early start! You will adventure with a 4-wheel-drive right to the peak of Mount Brinchang to see the breathtaking sunrise. You will experience the calmness and coolness of the early morning from the highest peak in the Cameron Highlands located on Gunung Brinchang, approximately 2032 meters high.

After lunch, explore Cameron Highlands as you visit the Time Tunnel Gallery and other points of interest in the area such as Cactus Point, a strawberry farm, a fruit and vegetable market, and the Buddhist Temple.

Belum Rainforest

Day 5: Discover the Magical Belum Rainforest

Leave the cool breeze from the highlands behind as you venture into the Belum Rainforest. Here, you'll learn and discover more about the rainforests in Malaysia. Belum-Temenggor Rainforest is more than 130 million years old and one of the most untouched forests in the world.

Your journey from the highlands to the rainforest is a long one, so when you arrive, you'll have just enough time for a few quick adventures in the forest. With your guide, you can do some kayaking or bamboo rafting in the evening. These adrenaline-packed activities will leave you very excited for the next few days!

Belum Rainforest

Day 6: Trekking Through the Exotic Jungle

Get ready for some truly beautiful experiences, exploring the Belum-Temenggor Rainforest. If you're a nature lover, you'll relish in trekking along the Kooi waterfall trail. You may discover elephant trails at Sungai Papan salt lick area. Although wildlife sightings can't be guaranteed, you are very likely to see a group of elephants while you cruise the river later on. 

You'll then enjoy a native visit to the villages of Orang Asli, where the locals live in touch with nature, with just basic amenities. Afterwards, you'll continue your trekking from Sungai Ruok to the Air Terjun waterfall. Bring along some extra clothes if you want to cool off in the water!

Penang - Langkawi

Day 7: Fun Temple and Street Art Tour in Penang

Head to the airport to fly from Banding Island to the amazing town of Penang, Malaysia. When you arrive in Penang, you'll have an exciting sightseeing tour for approximately two hours. You'll visit places such as the Wat Chayamangalaram Thai Temple, which houses the Reclining Buddha that is about 33 meters in length. You'll also have the chance to wander the streets with your local guide and admire some impressive street art along the way, something Penang is quite famous for.

In the afternoon, you'll eat at one of the best restaurants in town and rest up for another exciting day coming tomorrow.

Langkawi

Day 8: An Exciting Day in Langkawi

Langkawi Island has always been a favorite place for travelers to visit all year round. With countless incredible beaches, you really can't go wrong! Langkawi also offers a variety of activities from sightseeing, nature trekking, and water sports. One of the most popular activities is Langkawi island hopping and cruising the river to visit Tasik Dayang Bunting. 

Your visit will include an amazing viewing from the world’s most spectacular pedestrian bridge, also known as the Langkawi Skybridge. Situated on top of Mount Mat Cincang, the skybridge offers a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding landscape that will make your jaw drop.

Langkawi

Day 9: Adventure Through the Mangroves on a Boat Cruise

With its surreal bays and beaches emerging as one of Malaysia’s top tourism destinations, Langkawi has been awarded as a UNESCO Global Geopark due to its well-preserved geodiversity and biodiversity. The area includes Mat Cincang Cambrian Geoforest Park, Kilim Karst Geoforest Park, and Dayang Bunting Marble Geoforest Park, all of which you'll get to explore! 

Experience a peaceful boat ride that cruises along the Straits of Malacca, enjoying the view of mangrove plants. You'll learn and understand more about these special plants and be taught how mangroves maintain water quality and clarity, filter pollutants and trap sediments originating from land. What an exciting natural experience!

Langkawi

Day 10: A Free Day for Fun in Langkawi

Today on Langkawi Island, you'll have a full day to yourself to do whatever you like! You can take another amazing boat ride around the islands and go island hopping with your local guide. You can learn how to do different water sports such as jet skiing or windsurfing. You could hike through the jungle to the nearby waterfalls and go swimming in the crisp, cool water. Or, you could simply relax on the beach, soaking up the hot Malaysian sun and enjoying the sounds of the peaceful ocean. There are so many things to do in Langkawi, so choose your own adventure!

Melaka

Day 11: Venture Through Lovely Melaka

You'll depart from Langkawi and head for Melaka, a lovely city on the southern coast. You'll have time to roam the city freely at your own pace or bring along your local guide to show you the way. Among the uniqueness of Melaka culture is the diversity of its four communities: Malay, Baba Nyonya, Chitty, and Portuguese.

You'll be charmed by the Red Square architecture built by the Dutch as early as the 17th century. You can end the day at the night market at Jonker’s Street and try out some delicious street food, such as Assam Laksa or Cendol.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Day 12: Time to Say Goodbye to Incredible Malaysia

After breakfast, you'll have time to explore the city one last time and do some last-minute shopping for cool souvenirs. When it's time to go, you'll be transferred to the airport where you'll sadly have to leave Malaysia behind.

You will return home with wonderful, special memories of your amazing adventures in Malaysia. We hope to welcome you back soon!