Visa-free! It’s enough to read this guide for independent travel in Malaysia.
Malaysia is divided into East Malaysia and West Malaysia. East Malaysia is dominated by natural islands, such as Kota Kinabalu and Semporna; West Malaysia is more culturally and shopping-oriented, such as Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Compared with other Southeast Asian countries, Malaysia’s safety is still very guaranteed.
1. Recommended popular attractions🔥
📌Semporna
🕒Time: 4-7 days
✈️Travel: April-November
🏝️Tours: diving, water house, glass sea, trailing beach, water sports, island hopping
Recommended attractions: Kapalai, Mataking, Timba Timba Island…
📌Kuala Lumpur
🕒Time: 3-4 days
✈️Travel: Four Seasons
🏝️Travel: Feel the unique local cultural style, take photos, check in, and buy
Recommended attractions: Merdeka Square, Petronas Twin Towers, Petaling Street...
📌Kota Kinabalu
🕒Time: 3-5 days
✈️Travel: May-September
🏝️Things to do: Feeding cattle and sheep in the pasture, sunset on the beach, watching fireflies, mountain climbing, ATV
Recommended attractions: mangroves, sacred mountains, cow pastures...
📌Penang
🕒Time: 2-3 days
✈️Travel: Four Seasons
🏝️Things to do: Candy-flavored architectural style, beautiful bay, ancient delicacies, leisure and relaxation
Recommended attractions: George Town street art, Penang Hill, Surname Bridge...
📌Langkawi
🕒Time: 3-5 days
✈️Travel: November-April
🏝️Travel: sunbathing on the beach, diving and surfing, virgin forest, island hopping, sailing sunset cruise
Recommended attractions: Sky Bridge, Cenang Beach, Kuah Town...
📌Melaka
🕒Time: 2-3 days
✈️Travel: Four Seasons
🏝️Tour: Back gardens, ancient Dutch and Portuguese-style buildings, and food paradises from all over the world
Recommended attractions: Malacca River, Cheng Hoon Pavilion, Christ Church, Mosque...
2. About transportation ✈️
Traveling in Malaysia should not be too convenient. You can basically take a taxi. The destinations in the city are not far away, so taking a taxi is cheap and convenient. There are also many Chinese drivers, so you don’t have to worry about communication barriers. You can use grab or airasia. airasia has discounts for new customers and the price is cheaper.
3. Accommodation🏠
One of the recommended accommodation locations in Kuala Lumpur is a hotel/B&B near KLCC where you can see the Petronas Twin Towers; the other is a hotel near Pavilion, which is convenient for shopping in the business district.
In other areas, it is recommended to stay near attractions for more convenient travel. It is best to book air tickets and hotels one month in advance.
4. Travel essentials✅
⭕️Documents: Passport (valid for more than 6 months), hotel confirmation, round-trip air ticket itinerary, paper color visa, cash, UnionPay card
⭕️Phone Card: We recommend the "Billion Points Connect Card". One card can be used worldwide. Insert the card to activate. You can purchase it on Ctrip in advance.
⭕️Currency exchange: UnionPay cards can be picked up at airport ATMs, very convenient
⭕️Conversion plug: British standard three-hole plug
⭕️Diving related items: long-sleeved and long-pants jellyfish suit, waterproof mobile phone case, sunscreen, diving socks, quick-drying bath towel
⭕️Medicines: mosquito repellent liquid, mosquito repellent bracelet, seasickness💊, band-aid