Its the contrast, variety and unique natural wonders of Malaysia & Borneo which make them such an amazing destination for your family holiday

Malaysia occupies part of the Malay Peninsular and includes the island of Borneo. Marvel at the twin Petronas Towers in the capital Kuala Lumpur best seen not only from the ground at any time of the day but in the evening from the top of the KL Tower. Enjoy a mix of cultural influences from Malay, Chinese and Indian but just don’t miss a chance to spend a couple of days in this great city. The possibilities of exploring with children at endless and the sights and smells along are enough to grab their attention.

Malaysia’s famous West Coast is full of colonial ports and the centre for Chinese culture. For great beach resorts head to Langkawi Island whilst the Penang Island charm lies in its temples and wonderful, exotic and rightly famous street food nestled amid the capital Georgetown’s UNESCO World Heritage splendour. A few other gems would include the Taman Negara National park for some of the finest rainforest and tropical gardens, firefly watching on the river in Kuala Selangor and the world famous Hindu Batu caves. To explore the country further a trip into the Cameron Highlands is the most popular of the highland retreats.

No visit to Malaysia is complete with out seeing the famous Orangutans in Borneo. The world-famous orangutan orphanage at Sepilok is a must. Feeding time brings these exquisite creatures roaming free in the wild straight to your viewing point and you can also enjoy designated walking trails through the 17 square miles of protected habitat. Much of the country is covered in lush rainforest, which means you can get up close to many of the animals that make their home here. We recommend a stay in a river lodge and a cruise along the Kinabatangan river to see the famous Proboscis monkey, pygmy elephants and even the odd crocodile.

For those looking for a little more adventure Borneo has some of the best dive sights in the world, amazing trekking through Kinabalu National Park and white water rafting on the Padas River and wildlife trekking through pristine forests and friendly indigenous villages such as Kota Belud, Gombizau and Bavanggazo.