Malaysia Rundreisen

Lebendige Städte, idyllische Inseln und das grüne Hochland machen Malaysia zu einem ganz besonderen Reiseland. Hier stoßen die unterschiedlichsten Kulturen aufeinander: Moscheen und Hindu-Tempel, Roti und köstliche Reis-Curries, kleine Dörfer und große Städte, Kolonialarchitektur, Regenwälder und exotische Unterwasserwelten. Die Petrona Towers, das Wahrzeichen Kuala Lumpurs, stehen für das moderne Malaysia und bieten einen atemberaubenden Ausblick über die Hauptstadt. Entspannung finden Reisende am Strand von Langkawi oder bei einem Gläschen Tee in den Cameron Highlands. Abseits der Hauptinsel liegt Borneo, ein einmaliges Naturparadies. Gehe im Dschungel auf Tuchfühlung mit den zotteligen Orang Utans den oder Riesenschildkröten auf Turtle Island. Beim Schnorcheln im Südchinesischen Meer schwimmst Du durch bunte Fischschwärme und Korallenriffe - der schweißtreibende Aufstieg zum Gipfel des Mount Kinabalu wird mit einer einzigartigen Aussicht belohnt.

Reise Bestseller

Sabah Adventure
Classic Borneo
Exkursionen in den Regenwald, Begegnungen mit Orang Utans und der Ausblick vom imposanten Mt Kinabalu machen Borneo zu einem unvergesslichen Reiseziel.
Zur Reise
Bangkok to Singapore
Mehr Abwechslung geht nicht. Goldene Tempel und in Safrangelb gehüllte Mönche, weiße Sandstrände und ein tiefblauer Himmel – die Farben Thailands und Malaysias lassen grüßen.
Zur Reise
Wild Sarawak
Bangkok to Bali
Best of Borneo
Weitere Malaysia Rundreisen Reisen

Transport in Malaysia

Wo immer möglich, nutzt Intrepid die Möglichkeiten des Nahverkehrs und die traditionellen Verkehrsmittel, die meist weniger umweltbelastend sind, kleine einheimische Betreiber unterstützen und viel mehr Spaß machen. Je nachdem, auf welcher Reise Du Dich in Malaysia befindest, kannst Du Dich auf folgende Verkehrsmittel freuen:

Bus

Schulter an Schulter mit anderen abenteuerlustigen Weltenbummlern sein, während man mit einem Bus durch die Gegend fährt – eine einfache und umweltfreundliche Art und Weise, mit der Du preiswert an Dein Ziel gelangst.

Borneo Family Holiday

Best of Malaysia

Longtail Boot

Steige ein und fahre mit einem klassischen südostasiatischen Transportmittel – einem Longtailboot – durch Flüsse und Kanäle.

Best of Malaysia

Sabah Adventure

Wild Sarawak

Trishaw

Banne Dir Deinen Weg durch die verwinkelten Gassen des historischen Melaka auf einer Trishaw-Fahrt und entdecke historische Gebäude entlang des Weges.

Best of Malaysia

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure

Bangkok to Singapore

Unterkunft in Malaysia

Mit Intrepid zu reisen ist immer außergewöhnlich. Wir möchten unseren Reisenden ein möglichst authentisches Erlebnis zu bieten und versuchen desalb auch die Unterkunft so einzigartig und traditionell wie möglich zu gestalten. Wenn Du mit uns in Malaysia reisen, kannst Du Dich je nach Reise freuen auf:

Gastfamilienaufenthalt

Übernachte bei einer einheimischen Familie in ihrem traditionellen Haus am Ufer eines ruhigen Sees. Du hast die Möglichkeit die umliegenden Dörfer zu erkunden und Dich unter Wasserfällen abzukühlen. Nutze die Gelegenheit in die Lebensweise der Einheimischen einzutauchen.

Best of Malaysia

Sabah Adventure

Die beste Reisezeit für Malaysia

Das Klima in Malaysia ist im Allgemeinen das ganze Jahr über heiß und feucht. Die Temperaturen schwanken nicht sehr stark und bleiben die meiste Zeit des Tages bei ca. 30 Grad und fallen nachts auf die ca. 25 Grad zurück. Dies macht Malaysia zu einem großartigen Ort zum Schwimmen, Schnorcheln und in der Sonne entspannen.

Die Luftfeuchtigkeit ist während der Regenzeit höher und kann für diejenigen, die es nicht gewohnt sind, sehr drückend sein. Die Regenzeit wechselt von Küste zu Küste. Von November bis April ist an der Ostküste Regenzeit und an der Westküste ist es trocken. Von Mai bis Oktober ist es an der Ostküste trocken und im Westen nass.

Einige Menschen in Malaysia fasten am Ramadan. Wenn Sie planen, während des Ramadan zu reisen, ist es wichtig zu bedenken, dass einige Restaurants und Geschäfte während dieser Zeit entweder geschlossen sind oder zu reduzierten Zeiten betrieben werden.

Kulturen und Bräuche

Malaysia ist wirklich ein moderner Schmelztiegel – mit chinesischen, indischen, malaysischen, eurasischen und indigenen Bevölkerungsgruppen. Mit dieser kulturellen Vielfalt kommt eine Mischung aus Religionen, Bräuchen, Speisen und Sprachen. Islam, Christentum, Buddhismus, Taoismus und Hinduismus sind die Hauptreligionen, obwohl die meisten Religionen der Welt irgendwo in Malaysia vertreten sind. Der muslimische Aufruf zum Gebet, hinduistische Feste und buddhistische Zeremonien existieren alle friedlich nebeneinander, da das südostasiatische Konzept der “Gesichtswahrung” die meisten Menschen dazu bringt, nach Harmonie zu streben.

Unabhängig vom kulturellen Hintergrund werden vor allem ältere und hochrangige Menschen (Geschäftsleute, Regierungsbeamte etc.) respektiert. Das Essen spielt eine wichtige Rolle im täglichen Leben, mit religiösen Festen und Feiertagen, die von Familienzusammentreffen und aufwendig zubereiteten Festessen geprägt sind. Alkohol bildet keinen Teil der malaysischen Kultur (wahrscheinlich wegen der großen muslimischen Bevölkerung), aber dennoch ist er fast überall erhältlich.

Essen und Trinken

Intrepid glaubt, dass eine der besten Arten, ein Land zu erleben, das Essen ist! Ob Du nun Straßenessen probieren, eine preiswerte Mahlzeit oder ein Bankett genießen möchtest – es gibt unzählige Möglichkeiten, aus denen Du wählen kannst. Malaysias Schmelztiegel der kulturellen Einflüsse spiegelt sich auch in der Küche wieder.

Was Du in Malaysia unbedintg probieren solltest

  1. Malay

Köstlicher Rotwein, Hühchenreis, würzige Sambal-Auberginen und Kopi Peng (Eiskaffee).

  1. Baba Nonya/ Peranaken Cuisine

Frische Frühlingsrollen, Babikinn (geschmorter Schweinebauch) und Mee Siam (Reisnudeln).

  1. Indian

Aromatisches Curry, kühles Lassis, leckeres Daal und süße gebratene Kokosnusskugeln.

  1. Chinese

Herzhafte Nudelbrühe, Peking-Entenpfannkuchen und Chrysanthementee.

Reiseinformationen für Malaysia

Auf einen Blick

  • Hauptstadt: Kuala Lumpur (1,1 Millionen Einwohner)
  • Einwohner: 28,7 Millionen
  • Landessprache: Bahasa Malaysia
  • Währung: MYR
  • Zeitzone: Kuala Lumpur, Singapur (GMT +08:00)
  • Ländervorwahl: +60

Geografie und Umwelt

Traumhafte Strände, fischreiche Riffe, wilder Dschungel, grünes Hochland, ruhige Häfen, bunte Städte und kleine Dörfer – Malaysia hat einfach alles. Durch die gemeinsamen Landgrenzen mit Brunei, Indonesien und Thailand ist Malaysias Umwelt so vielfältig wie seine Bevölkerung. Vom modernen Stadtbild Kuala Lumpurs und dem kolonialen Charme Penangs bis hin zu den Straßen der alten Welt von Melaka wird eine Reise durch Malaysia wechselnde Landschaften und sich ständig verändernde Umgebungen offenbaren.

Während die Großstädte typischerweise geschäftig und voller Enerige sind, bleiben Malaysias Provinzstädte und abgelegene Hochländer herrlich entspannt, mit Menschen, die ein einfaches Leben auf der Grundlage von Landwirtschaft, Viehzucht oder anderen kleinen Unternehmen führen. Malaysia bietet eine große Vielfalt an Strände und Inseln zum Schwimmen, Schnorcheln und Tauchen, Dschungel und Hochland für Trekking und Abenteuer sowie Dörfer und Städte zum Erkunden und Entspannen.

Geschichte und Regierung

Frühe Geschichte: Die ersten historischen Erwähnungen Malaysias gehen auf Sanskrit und chinesische Texte des 7. und 8. Jahrhunderts zurück. In den folgenden Jahrhunderten unterlag Malaysia dem Einfluss und der Kontrolle von Indonesien, Thailand und Indien – mit den dazugehörigen Religionen, Küchen und Sprachen. Im 16. Jahrhundert wurde Malaysia von Portugiesen und Niederländern besiedelt, die ihre Reichweite in die gesamte Region ausdehnten. Unter diesem Einfluss entwickelte sich Malaysia stark im Bereich des Handels aufgrung wirtschaftlich vorteilhaften Lage an einer der wichtigsten Handelsrouten der damaligen Zeit.

Aktuelle Geschichte: Im 19. Jahrhundert übernahmen die Briten die Kontrolle über die malaysische Halbinsel. 1865 wurden die föderierten malaysischen Staaten offiziell gegründet. Malaysia blieb unter britischer Herrschaft, bis Japan während des Zweiten Weltkriegs einmarschierte – aber als Japan 1945 besiegt wurde, kehrte die britische Herrschaft zurück und 1948 wurde die Federation of Malay geboren. 1963 entstand die Federation of Malaya mit Singapur, Sarawak und Sabah, um Malaysia zu gründen. Nur zwei Jahre später wurde Singapur ein unabhängiger Staat und verließ Malaysia in seiner heutigen Form. In den 1970er Jahren wuchs die Wirtschaft Malaysias rasant bis Ende der 1990er Jahre, als die asiatische Finanzkrise das Wirtschaftswachstum in der Region verlangsamte. Die Wirtschaft erholte sich schnell und Malaysia genoss die internationale Präsenz, die mit der Ausrichtung der Commonwealth Games 1998 (in Kuala Lumpur) einherging. Derzeit steigt der Lebensstandard in Malaysia weiter an und Kuala Lumpur hat sich zu einer der wichtigsten Städte Asiens entwickelt.

Top 10 der kulinarischen Erlebnisse in Malaysia

  1. Baba Nonya Bankett

Die Hafenstadt Melaka ist bekannt für ihr einzigartiges Essen im Baba Nyonya Stil. Die Mischung aus chinesischer und malaysischer Küche (mit einem Hauch von Portugiesisch, Thailändisch und Indisch), die in einem Restaurant in Nyonya zubereitet wird, ist eine leckere Angelegenheit.

  1. Genieße ein Straßenessen

Die Straßen Malaysias sind voll von Einheimischen, die Straßenkarren schieben und so ziemlich alles verkaufen – von handgemachten Roti bis zu frischem Obst, köstlichem Satay und dampfenden Schalen aus Laksa. Malaysische Straßenküche bietet Gemütlichkeit, Vielfalt und Geschmack zu einem günstigen Preis.

  1. Probiere etwas Tee

Traditioneller Tee wird in Malaysia etwas anders zubereitet. Bestelle ‘teh tarik’ und schau zu, wie der Kondensmilchtee aufgeschäumt und gekühlt wird, indem er mutig zwischen zwei Metallbechern, die meterweit auseinander gehalten werden, gegossen wird.

  1. Heißes Curry

Rindfleisch Rendang ist ein kulinarisches Highlight aus Malaysia und wird zu Hause zubereitet, in Restaurants serviert und für besondere Anlässe zubereitet. Dieses würzige Curry ist verpackt mit Zitronengras, Zimt, Nelken, Chili und geschmolzenem Rindfleisch – eine unvergessliche Geschmacksvielfalt!

  1. Entdecke die coolsten Essensstraßen

Die angesagten Cafés und Bars von Kuala Lumpur sind ein großartiger Ort, um sich mit Einheimischen zu vermischen und mit der modernen asiatischen Kultur zu verbinden. Besuche die Jalan Bukit Bintang Gegend in KL und sieh Dir die Teehäuser, coolen Cafés und internationalen Restaurants an.

  1. Leckerer Lassi

Bei einer großen indischen Bevölkerung ist es nicht schwer, in Malaysia einen erfrischenden Lassi zu finden. Aus Joghurt und frischen Früchten hergestellt, ist ein kühler Mango Lassi das ideale Gegenmittel zu einem feuchten Sommertag.

  1. Genieße etwas Reis

Hühnerreis ist bei Einheimischen und Reisenden gleichermaßen beliebt. Erhältlich in kleinen Restaurants, auf Nachtmärkten und in Straßenkarren, ist dies ein großartiges, preiswertes Essen für Reisende.

  1. Schlürfe eine Schale Laksa

Huhn, Garnele, Tofu und Fisch – es gibt viele verschiedene Sorten würziger Laksa, die man in Malaysia probieren kann. Nudelsorten und Zutaten können im ganzen Land variieren – eine gute Ausrede, um Laksa in jeder Stadt, die Du besuchst, zu probieren.

  1. Chill Out mit einer Kokosnuss

 Lösch Deinen Durst mit einem frischen Kokosnuss-Saft. Verkauft an vielen Straßenständen, wird ein Strohhalm einfach in eine abgestreifte Kokosnuss geschoben, um nach dem Schwimmen einen erfrischenden Muntermacher zu bekommen.

  1. Roti

Kein Besuch in Malaysia ist komplett ohne Roti probiert zu haben. Gehe eine Straße entlang und Du wirst Menschen sehen, die an Straßenständen und Schaufenstern roti Teig kneten. Oft mit Linsen, Kartoffeln, Zwiebeln und Reis serviert, ist Roti eine ausgezeichnete Wahl für Vegetarier, die eine fleischlose Mahlzeit suchen.

Shopping

Malaysia bietet ein Einkaufserlebnis für Reisende aller Preisklassen. Von schillernden, modernen Einkaufszentren und aufregenden Nachtmärkten bis hin zu Boutique-Fachgeschäften ist die Möglichkeit, etwas Besonderes zu kaufen, nicht weit. Vergewissere Dich bei örtlichen Zollbeamten, ob Du bestimmte Gegenstände in Dein Heimatland mitnehmen darfst.

Was du wo am beste kaufen kannst

  1. Kuala Lumpur

Die riesigen Einkaufszentren der Hauptstadt bieten jede Menge Abwechslung und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Schuhe, Taschen und Accessoires sind allesamt tolle Einkäufe – von Haute-Couture-Labels bis hin zu schicker Filialmode.

  1. Melaka

Melaka ist die Heimat einer Vielzahl von Handwerkern. Durchsuche die Märkte, Galerien und Geschäfte, um Antiquitäten, Kunst und Sonderanfertigungen zu entdecken. Handgefertigte Holzornamente, Ledersandalen, bunt gewebte Taschen und antike Münzen sind die beste Wahl.

  1. Penang

Hier findest Du eine spannende Mischung aus eleganten Einkaufszentren, kleinen Geschäften, interessanten Boutiquen und Straßenmärkten. Besuche Little India, um indisch inspirierte Saris, Girlanden und Silberschmuck zu besorgen, oder schlendere entlang des Rope Walk, um einzigartige Antiquitäten und Schätze zu finden.

  1. Langkawi

Diese Insel ist zollfrei, was sie zu einem großartigen Ort macht, um Düfte, Uhren, Kameras und andere Technologien zu kaufen. Für Kunstliebhaber präsentiert der Craft Cultural Complex lokal hergestellte Stoffe, Keramiken, Körbe und Schmuck.

Festivals und Feierlichkeiten in Malaysia

Thaipusam

Kuala Lumpurs Batu-Höhlen leuchten zu Ehren der Hindi-Gottheit Subramaniam (auch bekannt als Lord Murugan). Pilger kommen nach Sonnenuntergang und beobachten, wie tapfere Menschen Haken und Spieße durch ihren Körper fädeln, um dekorative Stahlbögen zu den Göttern zu tragen. Das ist anders als alles, was Du je zuvor gesehen hast!

Malaysischer Grand Prix

Du suchst ein bisschen mit hoher Oktanzahl? Dann erlebe die schnellsten Autos der Welt in Aktion beim Grand Prix von Malaysia, der jedes Jahr in der Nähe von Kuala Lumpur stattfindet.

Ramadan und Eid

Ramadan wird von der muslimischen Bevölkerung Malaysias gehalten. Während des neunten und heiligsten Monats im islamischen Kalender fasten Muslime von Sonnenaufgang bis Sonnenuntergang – sie verzichten auf Essen und Trinken während der Tagesstunden. Am Ende des Fastens stehen drei Tage voller Feierlichkeiten.

Gesundheit und Sicherheit

Intrepid nimmt die Gesundheit und Sicherheit seiner Reisenden ernst und setzt alles daran, dass Reisen für alle sicher, unterhaltsam und angenehm sind. Wir empfehlen allen Reisenden, sich vor der Abreise bei ihrer Regierung oder nationalen Reiseberatung nach den neuesten Informationen zu erkundigen.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Brauche ich ein Visum um nach Malaysia zu reisen?

Die meisten Nationalitäten benötigen kein Visum, um Malaysia als Tourist für bis zu drei Monate zu besuchen. Bitte erkundige Dich bei der zuständigen malaysischen Botschaft oder dem Konsulat.

Ist Trinkgeld in Malaysia üblich?

Während Trinkgeld in Malaysia nicht obligatorisch ist, gilt es dennoch als höflich, Servicemitarbeitern in Restaurants und Cafés ein Trinkgeld von 10% zu geben, wenn nicht bereits eine Servicegebühr in der Rechnung enthalten ist.

Wie ist der Internetzugang in Malaysia?

Reisende können in großen Städten auf das Internet zugreifen. Kleinere Städte, abgelegene Gegenden und ländliche Dörfer haben möglicherweise keinen Zugang, also bereite Dich darauf vor, wenn Du die Stadt verlässt.

Kann ich mein Handy/Smartphone in Malaysia benutzen?

Die Mobilfunkabdeckung ist in städtischen Gebieten im Allgemeinen gut, kann aber in ländlichen Gebieten deutlich weniger zuverlässig sein. Stelle sicher, dass das globale Roaming auf Deinem Telefon aktiviert ist, bevor Du ankommst.

Wie sind die Toiletten in Malaysia?

Malaysische öffentliche Toiletten sind eine Mischung aus westlichen Toiletten und Squat Toiletten. In gehobenen Hotels und Einkaufszentren gibt es in der Regel beide Möglichkeiten, während es in ländlichen Gebieten mit ziemlicher Sicherheit nur Squat Toiletten gibt. Sei Dir bewusst, dass Seife und Papier nicht immer vorhanden ist.

Was kostet...?

Ein Hawker Food Snack = 3 MYR
Eine Tasse teh tarik (Tee) = 1-2 MYR
Eine Flasche Bier = 8 MYR
Ein Souvenir T-Shirt = 10-20 MYR

Kann ich das Wasser in Malaysia trinken?

Es wird nicht empfohlen, das Leitungswasser in Malaysia zu trinken. Gefiltertes Wasser ist eine bessere Wahl. Bitte verwende eine nachfüllbare Wasserflasche, anstatt abgefülltes Wasser zu kaufen. Die Umwelt wird es Dir danken. Denke bitte auch daran, Eis in Getränken zu vermeiden und Obst vor dem Essen zu schälen.

Werden Kreditkarten in Malaysia akzeptiert?

Kreditkarten werden von Einkaufszentren, Hotels und großen Restaurants in Malaysia weitgehend akzeptiert. Kleinere Gasthäuser, Geschäfte und Cafés akzeptieren keine Kreditkarten, also stelle bitte sicher, dass Du immer ausreichend Bargeld bei dir hast.

Wie ist die ATM Verfügbarkeit in Malaysia?

Geldautomaten sind in Großstädten leicht zu finden, in ländlichen und abgelegenen Gebieten jedoch weit weniger verbreitet. Stelle bitte sicher, dass Du ausreichend Bargeld bei dir trägst, bevor Du Dich in abgelegene Gebiete begibst, da Geldautomaten hier selten sein können.

Brauche ich eine Reiseversicherung um nach Malaysia zu reisen?

Auf jeden Fall. Alle Passagiere, die mit Intrepid reisen, müssen vor Reiseantritt eine Reiseversicherung abschließen. Deine Reiseversicherungsdaten werden vom Reiseleiter am ersten Tag der Reise eingesammelt. Aufgrund der unterschiedlichen Art, Verfügbarkeit und Kosten der Gesundheitsversorgung auf der ganzen Welt ist die Reiseversicherung ein sehr wichtiger und notwendiger Bestandteil jeder Reise.

Welche Feiertage gibt es in Malaysia?

  • 1 Jan New Year
  • 28 Jan Chinese New Year
  • 29 Jan Chinese New Year
  • 2nd Day National
  • 1 May Labour Day
  • 10 May Wesak Day
  • 3 Jun Agong’s Birthday
  • 25 Jun Hari Raya Aidilfitri*
  • 26 Jun Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2nd Day* 
  • 31 Aug National Day / Merdeka Day
  • 1 Sep Hari Raya Haji
  • 16 Sep Malaysia Day
  • 21 Sep Awal Muharram
  • 18 Oct Deepavali *
  • 1 Dec Prophet Muhammad’s BirthdayNational
  • 25 Dec Christmas

Bitte beachte, dass diese Daten für 2017 gelten. Eine aktuelle Liste der Feiertage in Malaysia findest Du unter: https://www.worldtravelguide.net/malaysia/public-holidays

Verantwortungsbewusstes Reisen

Intrepid setzt sich dafür ein, dass Menschen, Kulturen und die Umwelt respektiert werden. Es ist wichtig, sich daran zu erinnern, dass das, was im eigenen Land akzeptabel ist, in einem anderen Land möglicherweise nicht angemessen ist. Bitte versuche während Deiner Reisen immer rücksichtsvoll zu sein.

Top 10 Tipps für verantwortungsbewusstes Reisen:

  1. Nimm Rücksicht auf Malaysias Bräuche, Traditionen, Religion und Kultur.
  2. Ziehe Dich bescheiden und respektvoll an. Dein Körper sollte von den Schultern bis zu den Knien bedeckt sein, besonders beim Betreten von Gotteshäusern.
  3. Bitte um Erlaubnis, ziehe die Schuhe aus und bedecke Deine Schultern mit einer Jacke, bevor Du einen religiösen Ort betrittst.
  4. Vermeide aus Gründen des Umweltschutzes den Kauf von Wasser in Plastikflaschen. Verwende lieber eine wiederbefüllbare Wasserflasche.
  5. Entsorge Abfälle immer mit Bedacht, auch Zigarettenkippen.
  6. Wenn Du auf Märkten verhandelst, bleibe ruhig und behalte ein Lächeln im Gesicht. Es soll doch Spaß machen!
  7. Lerne die Landessprache und scheue Dich nicht, sie zu benutzen – einfache Grüße helfen, das Eis zu brechen.
  8. Kaufe lokal hergestellte Produkte. Die Unterstützung lokaler Handwerker hilft, das traditionelle Handwerk am Leben zu erhalten.
  9. Bitte unterstütze keine Unternehmen die gefährdete Tiere ausbeuten oder missbrauchen.
  10. Bitte frage vor dem Fotografieren die Personen, auch Kinder, um Erlaubnis.
  11. Verzichte bei Gemeindebesuchen oder Gastfamilien auf Geschenke und gebe kein Geld an Einheimische.
  12. Der Ramadan ist der Fastenmonat für alle Muslime. Während dieses Monats sind Essen, Trinken und Rauchen bei Tageslicht nicht erlaubt. Während Nicht-Muslime nicht fasten müssen, wird empfohlen, das Essen, Trinken oder Rauchen in der Öffentlichkeit während des Tages zu vermeiden.

Die Intrepid Foundation

Die Intrepid Foundation bietet Reisenden die Möglichkeit, den vielen wunderbaren Gemeinschaften, in die wir reisen, etwas zurückzugeben. Mit einer Spende an die Intrepid Foundation kannst Du etwas für die lokale Bevölkerung tun – in den Bereichen Gesundheit, Bildung, Menschenrechte, Kinderfürsorge und Schutz von Wildtieren und Umwelt.

Weitere Informationen findest Du hier.

 

Reviews

Wild Sarawak
Keri

Sarawak does not disappoint! This trip is a good blend of active hiking, cave exploration, and chances to see native plants and animals in their natural environment. Bako National Park was a highlight because of the number of animals we were able to see (silver leaf monkeys, proboscis monkeys, macaques, bearded pigs, viper, scorpions, flying lemur, etc.) there during our day and evening hikes. Be prepared with a poncho for the frequent rain! Our trip leader, Nik, is a gem!

Sabah Adventure
Kellie

An excellent well organised and enjoyable trip.

Sabah Adventure
Dawn

Intrepid take all the worry out of travelling.

Sabah Adventure
Kevin

travel light be prepared to be adventurous and get fit.

Sabah Adventure
Wyn And Chris

We were luck in that we had two “trainee” guides both of whom were well informed and competent, so we had “saturation ” when it came to interaction and the provision of information of plants, animals, and local customs.

Sabah Adventure
Jennifer

Great trip, even though I elected not to climb Mt Kinabalu there was plenty to Do at the National Park and the war memorial a short cab drive away, which was excellent, showing death marches from Sandakan to Ranau, the struggles of both the indigenous and Australian prisoners of war at the hands of the Japanese soldiers.

Wild Sarawak
Kevin

travel light and enjoy being out of your comfort zone.

Sabah Adventure
Piers

Intrepid provide a fantastic balance of adventure and cultural exploration. From staying in the homestay with the locals to scaling Mt Kinabalu, to cruising down rivers wildlife spotting to city exploring, you will experience a wonderfully friendly and rich culture. This was our first Intrepid trip and we throughly enjoyed the format and style of travelling and we really look forward to booking our next adventure with them.

Wild Sarawak
Ruth

Sarawak is a great destination if you want to get off the tourist trail. It’s people are friendly, the natural environment is outstanding, and it is safe. This trip was brilliant, thanks to our fantastic guide Nik.

Classic Borneo
Andrew

Don’t hesitate to book with Intrepid. The personal side of the trip, meeting with locals, having them directly benefit from the tour was very rewarding. I am sure all Intrepid guides are amazing but if you are lucky enough to share your trip with Rony, you will go home smiling

Sabah Adventure
Douglas

The Sabah Adventure provides an excellent introduction to amazing Borneo, with a great combination of stunning mountaineering challenge (optional), a variety of wondrous wildlife and environments and an insight into local communities and local life, in comfort but without touristic excess.

Sabah Adventure
Lindsay

The Sabah Adventure really was an adventure. The Mt Kinabalu climb was hard work but gives you a huge amount of achievement; seeing a green turtle mother lay her eggs and watching newly hatched turtles being released was incredible; then heading into the jungle to spot Pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, orangutans and a huge array of other wildlife was something I’ll never forget. I loved this trip and especially thanks to a fantastic group leader (Richard) and an awesome group of fellow intrepid travellers. Sabah won’t disappoint!!

Sabah Adventure
Gavin

This trip was a life changing experience. We came, we saw, we concurred. We left nothing but footprint! Tera makasi Richard and Intrepid.

Best of Malaysia
Andrew

great introductory tour of malaysia, showcasing the country’s natural beauty, culture, cuisine & fantastic people. well recommended!

Best of Malaysia
Kay

This trip really is the best of Malaysia! Great place, fascinating people and culture, and fabulous food. We travelled during Ramadan, and were initially worried that might be a problem, but it was actually a fascinating time to travel in Malaysia, and a real bonus for us.

Wild Sarawak
Caitlin

Great holiday, lots to do and seen in national parks, Mulu especially beautiful. Our guide went to effort to give us as many opportunities to see the bats in Deer cave and the orang-utans which we did! Great trip

Sabah Adventure
Amanda

A trip that will never be forgotten. The diverse range of activities and experiences was incredible. From climbing Mt. Kinabalu to a locam home stay to a jungle resort and Turtle island. Cannot fault this trip it has everything. Book now!

Sabah Adventure
Caroline

When my partner and I are selecting a holiday we do our research and decide where we want to visit in a certain country then we look for an intrepid tour that fits (there’s always one that matches!).

Sabah Adventure
Sherryl

Intrepid offers tours that give you unique experiences which highlight the culture and way of life of the local people. Their use of local guides enables you to learn more about the countries you visit.

Sabah Adventure
Brent

Sabah Adventure was an amazing experience! Hiking Mount Kinabalu was the highlite of the trip. The trip overall is very “nature” based which is what we were looking for. We learned so much about Sabah and many of their conservation programs.

Sabah Adventure
Kate

I have been a travel agent for 5 years and my first trip overseas was with Intrepid through South East Asia. What a trip! I fell in love with the Intrepid group instantly. I love everything Intrepid stands for and they way they give back to local communities and businesses no matter what country or region, the passion they have for sustainable and responsible travel and of course offering real life experiences! They have different travel styles and comfort levels so you can really choose the way YOU want to travel!

Sabah Adventure
Fabrizia

We have never taken a group tour before but couldn’t have been happier with Intrepid. The organisation, communication and value for money was outstanding. The trip was very well thought out, minimising travel times, allowing for regular breaks in points of interest, including a diversity of things to see and do with optional times for rest, relaxation or further exploring. 16 is a good number of travellers. Not having to worry about arrangements was fantastic. Being given local advice and insights ensured a really authentic and rich experience, creating treasured memories and connections with like minded travellers of all ages and stages of life from a diversity of places. I would highly recommend it to anyone with a sense of curiosity, adventure and thirst to see the wonders of our planet.

Sabah Adventure
Johanna

if you’re up for a true adventure and unforgettable memories this is definitely the right trip for you. it offers a wide variety of activities from climbing mount kinabalu to seeing the great wildlife northern borneo has to offer. there was so much to see and experience and i especially liked how welcoming and friendly the locals were which made you soon forget that you’re here only for a few weeks.

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Corey

The biking and climbing were physically and mentally challenging in the best possible way, and the island is so beautiful.

Classic Borneo
Ole

Great itinerary. A potential extra plus would be if some trip dates included a visit to Danum Valley or Brunei, as these are not places most travelers would otherwise visit and since this trip starts and ends in KK we’re so close to both Danum Valley and Brunei, especially considering most passengers travel long distances to get to Borneo.

Sabah Adventure
Wendy

I travelled the Best Of Borneo which provided excellent coverage of the wildlife and natural areas of Borneo. You need to be reasonably fit for this trip. The mountain climb can be challenging as can the leeches and endless jungle trek on the Headhunters Trail. Be prepared for relentless hot and humid weather.

Sabah Adventure
Amy

I can’t recommend the Sabah Adventure tour highly enough! A beautiful country and wildlife seen via a well-considered itinerary and led by a passionate and knowledgeable leader. The Mt Kinabalu climb is so challenging but was a big highlight, as was seeing all the incredible wildlife. Book this trip now!

Sabah Adventure
Leanne

A wonderful trip full of adventure and wildlife. Climbing the mountain was hard work but was worth it in the end. I loved every minute of it.

Sabah Adventure
Kym

Make sure you are fit enough for this trip We spent a lot of hours waiting at the end of trails for people who took a very long time to walk the jungle trails

Wild Sarawak
Zeynab

Trips are well organised and cover most of the essential highlights of the area in a practical but non-stop format. No time to get bored and not much time to rest but you get to cover a lot of the area.

Classic Borneo
Yulia

Classic Borneo tour we made in May was a very special experience for me. I learned a lot about local culture, people, their traditions, but also about the rainforest and the wildlife in the jungle. This experience on Kinabatang river I will never forget, we did boat tours every morning and early evening. Certainly I recommend to visit this wonderful and unique place. Thank you to Aldrin, our tour guide how made this experience so wonderful.

Best of Malaysia
Chris

Absolutely brilliant tour. I’ve traveled in Asia extensively and believe this tour is a great option for all, from those who have been to Asia before and are looking for a relaxing holiday to those who’ve never been to Asia and want to get adventurous. Jeremy is excellent and makes the trip a breeze while also providing opportunities to learn and experience some slightly hidden aspects of Malaysia. I wish I had the time to start the tour again from the beginning instead of coming home

Sabah Adventure
Rahel

I’m so happy about that i choosed this trip and i’m sad about that’s over.

Wild Sarawak
Ian

The Wild Sarawak tour was an excellent overview of this part of Malaysia. Mulu was my key interest and we spend good time there, and the other destinations, journeys and experiences were all worthwhile. Our leader, Nizam, was excellent – professional, helpful and friendly.

Sabah Adventure
Brian

Our Sabah Adventure was superb. The Leadership was outstanding with quality connections everywhere we went. Our small group was moulded into a very compatible unit with heaps of support and humour. Every day had new experiences, frequently many. Responsible access to flora and fauna was wonderful. We were delighted with the whole expedition, especially of course with KinaBalu which we senior citizens summited with excellent assistance from our guides! Intrepid..you rock!

Sabah Adventure
Kelly

This trip was awesome – it had just the right balance of adventure and wildlife, and you don’t feel like your spending all your time on the road. Rony is an extremely knowledgeable, passionate and friendly trip leader. The mountain climb is tough going, I was so glad I did lots of weight training and cardio in the lead up. The most useful things I had for the mountain were good hiking boots (waterproof, good grip and ankle support) and an umbrella (all the mountain guides use them and only wear a jacket if it’s sideways rain). There was a wide range of accommodation, but even the most basic places were clean and comfortable. Book this trip – you won’t regret it!

Sabah Adventure
Marie-Claire

This trip rocks! The mountain climb is tough, make sure you’re ready for a gruelling (but amazing) couple of days. The whole trip after that is a series of amazing adventures. You’ll see wildlife, meet the locals, and see gorgeous landscapes.

Classic Borneo
Lesley

Lovely trip with a good mix of different activities. Time to do your own thing. Good standing accommodation throughout

Wild Sarawak
Sarah

Excellent tour, perfect mix of active and relaxation. Great culture and amazing guides, plenty of animal sightings. I would recommend a reasonable level of fitness

Bangkok to Singapore
Andrew

To be open minded to different culture’s, and accept people as they are, they do not need to be a clone of your country.

Classic Borneo
Emma

I knew this trip would be unforgettable but it exceeded all expectations I had. The Kinabatangan River cruise and Manukan island at the end were highlights but everything was amazing. Make sure you take binoculars otherwise you might miss some of the wildlife but some macaques and proboscis monkeys can be seen quite close. Our guide Manuel, was exceptional in his wildlife knowledge and the whole experience was completely magical.

Classic Borneo
Carla

A great variety of landscapes in Northern Borneo, lush jungle, beautiful corals and wonderful beaches to end on a high. Our group was rewarded with many sightings of wild animals which will long live in the memory. Our leader Manuel made sure everything ran smoothly and we had a lovely time. Recommended!

Sabah Adventure
Aleksandra

Very helpful trip notes

Classic Borneo
Dan

The Classic Borneo tour was the best trip I have done and Manny is the best tour guide EVER! Everything was brilliantly organised from jungle safaris with wild elephants and orangutans to snorkeling on tropical island paradises to cocktails on rooftop bars watching the sunset. Thank you Manny!

Classic Borneo
Suzanne

We were so lucky and got to see many orangutans in the wild and a herd of elephants along the river. The tour ran so smoothly and there was such attention to detail ! Our guide Manuel was outstanding.. he brought Borneo to life for us all x

Sabah Adventure
Rolf

Be prepared to open your heart and mind. See and experience our world as it is

Classic Borneo
Anne

This trip was awesome! I saw so much wildlife, even lucky enough to see elephants which was totally unexpected. I felt completely safe at all times. I was really lucky to have an exceptional guide with a huge knowledge of the places and wildlife we saw. Sabah is beautiful and the mix of places and experiences was really good. Manamukan Island was a really pleasant surprise and a great way to end an already amazing trip. My only complaint was it could have been longer, I want to come back and see more

Classic Borneo
Carly

Absolutely amazing experience in such an awesome place. Could not recommend this trip highly enough! Do yourself a favour and go!

Classic Borneo
Heather

Intrepid provide everything needed for a top-rate experience amongst the chosen culture, whether that be a people or wildlife focus. Having the hassle of accommodation, travel and many meal arrangements taken care of frees up the traveller to enjoy the experience without added stresses. The local group leaders are a wonderful point of difference to other travelling companies – and believe me, make all the difference to the enjoyment of the holiday. Intrepid – you ROCK! We WILL be using you again.

Classic Borneo
Rob

An excellent trip, especially if you’re interested in the wildlife of Borneo. The river cruises were a highlight especially as we saw Orang-utan and Proboscis monkeys in the wild. The end on the island resort was a wonderful way to end the trip.

Sabah Adventure
Amy

This was my first trip with Intrepid, everything was well planned and organized. The activities were as expected and daily updates kept me on track with packing. Our guide Edwin was available for questions and always went above and beyond with requests. I’m looking forward to my next Intrepid trip and the great people you meet on the way.

Sabah Adventure
Margo

Jammed packed trip of amazing experiences! From the exhilarating challenge of conquering Mt Kinabalu to the wonder of seeing turtles emerge from the sand on Turtle Island, this trip has it all!

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Andy

An excellent trip, very informative, great value for money and plenty to do and see throughout. Highly recommend!

Sabah Adventure
Kimberly

Bring a good overnight backpack—you’ll use it extensively.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Samuel

Very professionally put together tour package. 2 thumbs up!

Classic Borneo
Bill

The only thing that I would suggest is that Day 1 and Day and Day 10 can hardly be called part of the trip. Otherwise the trip met expectations with the highlight being the sighting of orang utans in the wild on the Kinabatangan River and at the Sepilok Sanctuary.

Wild Sarawak
Alice

I absolutely loved this trip! Perfect trip if you want to challenge yourself while still having the comforts of a nice hotel and warm shower most days. Our guide Nik was fantastic providing support and knowledge throughout the tour and the best food recommendations. The tour involves a lot of walking so make sure you’re prepared for that and pack light. It’s a good idea to bring some healthy snacks with you like muesli bars for the hikes. I just wish I had more time at the end of the tour in Kota Kinabalu, would recommend some extra time here to get to the beach!

Classic Borneo
John

Very boring vegetarian food, compared to our Intrepid trip to Vietnam. Hotels need to be encouraged to do Malay ( or local ) breakfasts. A swimming pool at the Horizon hotel was paradise.

Best of Malaysia
Anne

This was an excellent trip with an itinerary which has something for everyone.

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
Suzie

I would definitely recommend Intrepid to friends and family for travelling to exotic destinations.

Classic Borneo
Bridget

Japan, Botswana, Russia and Eastern Europe.

Classic Borneo
Graeme

Sabah is a fascinating place with a range of experiences . Intrepid small groups are the way to travel. Our group comprise like minded people looking for similar experiences and all interested in the natural world and the local culture.

Borneo Family Holiday
Alison

Excellent and varied trip with lots of opportunity to see wildlife, relax on the beach and experience local culture.

Borneo Family Holiday
Annika

Brilliant but eco camp takes a little resilience

Borneo Family Holiday
Russell

This was a wonderful trip for our family. We required resilience but learnt a whole new culture and plenty of new skills.

Borneo Family Holiday
Sally

First trip with my 6 year old on our own and can’t recommend It enough

Best of Malaysia
Lauren

Make sure you find out the demographics of the tour group before booking. You don’t want to tour with old people who need naps, unfortunately this was experience at times, my group was at least 23 years older than me, so no staying out late, tour was complaining of sore muscles and aches).. On the whole I made the best of the situation, however had I known in advance, I would have booked a different date so I could have been with travelers closer to my age group…. this did disappoint me. I’m not sure if I’d take such a gamble again and book an intrepid.

Classic Borneo
Helen

An excellent trip and guide. After 10 days we feel we have a real taste of Borneo and we saw lots of wildlife! The Orangutangs were of course the highlight.

Best of Malaysia
Kaye

This trip was great for experiencing lots of what Malaysia has to offer, from the cities to jungle walks, river rides, spectacular snorkelling and a wonderful home stay with the warmest welcome ever! Knowing that the activities and transport was well organised made the trip relaxing. Be prepared to take a while to acclimatize to the heat if travelling in March/April.

Wild Sarawak
Peter

Great combination of wildlife and trekking in the Sarawak part of Borneo!

Sabah Discovery
Jeremy

Sabah Discovery is a new tour, which does not visit Turtle Island (my agent would not allow me to book a tour which included it). I was on the first group on this tour, and there were 7 of us. Tour is amazing and our guide Johmin was excellent, you’ll be very lucky to get his wealth of local and cultural knowledge. Mount Kinabalu climb is definitely worth it. It was cold at the top but a base layer, fleece hoodie, windcheater and waterproof shell are sufficient. Bring ski gloves. Going up is hard work but exhilarating. The accommodation on the mountain is much better than I expected. Coming down is very hard work on the knees, take two poles if you suffer with knee problems. The mountain guides are excellent. We did almost all the optional activities. Do the night time walks/safaris. The boat safaris in Kinabatangan are brilliant for the wildlife. Come a day earlier and go to the Mari Mari village from KK. If you want to go snorkelling on a tour, they last all day, I couldn’t find any organised for just a morning, but you can make your own way across. Overall an excellent mix of physical activity, landscapes, wildlife and Borneo culture.

Classic Borneo
Ed

This is a super comfortable tour, we witnessed some beautiful wildlife while in Kinabatangan River, including a wild orangutan! Borneo is an absolutely beautiful part of the world and those looking for wildlife and adventure should definitely consider this tour. It was an incredible trip, I would even do it again. My only advice would be to take a decent camera, you’ll see many thing you wish you captured on film.

Borneo Family Holiday
Amanda

The Borneo Family Adventure was a fantastic trip for the whole family and had something for everyone. We all loved the wildlife, and the kids enjoyed being able to play with the other children. A good mix of culture, history and wildlife in a beautiful country with friendly people.

Wild Sarawak
Quinn

Want to know what it feels like to be in an episode of BBC’s Planet Earth?!? Then prepare yourself for an incredible adventure in Borneo with Intrepid Tours!

Wild Sarawak
Sarah

An incredible adventure in wild Sarawak and Sabah. This trip is recommened for those who want to appreciate the diverse nautral wonders of Borneo – highlights include treking through the jungle, the amazing Mount Kinabalu climb, a night with the Iban people in a longhouse, watch a turtle lay her eggs on turtle island and all the incredible orangutans and proboscis monkeys.

Wild Sarawak
Arno

Do a bit of research the check which tour is most suitebal to you.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Terri

A fantastic tour! Very informative and fun. it’s great to travel with a group of like minded individuals. There is considerable moving around on this tour – so unless you MUST take alot of luggage, keep it to a minmum (there are plenty of opportunities for shopping along the way)!

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Evie

This trip was brilliant, there’s a lot of moving around but that just means you see so much!!! I would recommend it to anyone!!

Best of Malaysia
Danielle

The Best of Malaysia trip was everything I could have asked for and more. Transport was good – local buses, train, private mini bus – and the accommodation was great (comfy with all the necessities such as wifi, air conditioning, nice bed/shower and a good breakfast!) Best of Malaysia covers all the touristy spots as well as more traditional experiences such as the local homestay. We were a group of eight with a variety of backgrounds and ages. The small size of the group definitely helped create a warm and friendly travelling environment. The tour was well-paced with a nice balance of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommended!

Wild Sarawak
Katrina

This trip is a wild and wonderful experience. We saw so much wildlife (the orangutans and proboscis monkeys were my favourites) and some stunning scenery. The head hunters trail isn’t too hard but be prepared with good shoes and bug spray. Bako is very hot and humid but great fun and the caves in Mulu were a highlight. The best part of the trip was the great camaraderie in our group and the exceptional leadership of Manuel who is one of the best leaders anywhere. If you want an adventure, book this trip!

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Ramesh

One of the best trips I have taken. My advice if you are climbing please be prepared with fitness training. This is not a easy hike. Plus day one you will do 40 Km bike ride and then 3rd day hike. So your legs need to be strong. Overall i loved the trip soo much and will come back to Intrepid for more

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Elizabeth

Great tour if you want a holiday with a difference. You get to visit places you may not normally think about going. Experience and try new activities and food. Get to meet the locals and understand the culture of the places you visit. Also make wonderful new friends as you travel in small groups.

Wild Sarawak
Valerie

make sure that the sites of interest to you are visited.

Wild Sarawak
Leanne

Wild Sarawak was a fantastic mix of activities. We were lucky to see a number of animals, including the orangutan and proboscis monkey! Lots of walking, so you need to be prepared for that, particularly hot weather walking! Mulu was my favourite place and the glorious boat ride after the trek! The weather, I imagine could make or break your experience. Ours was pretty perfect!

Wild Sarawak
Tom

We had a great time on our Wild Sarawack trip. There were loads of different activities packed in to our holiday, but without it feeling rushed. The leaders and local guides were excellent and it’s a great trip if you want to experience the jungle and wonderful wildlife of Borneo.

Bangkok to Singapore
Madlien

I absolutely recommend this trip as you get to know three cultures that are very different from each other. The stay at the guesthouse is an awesome experience!

Bangkok to Singapore
Rob

10 outta 10. Fantastic way to see and taste a special part of South East Asia. We can highly recommend the local beers.

Best of Malaysia
Leonie

My trip to Malaysia was surprisingly great. Tour leader Jeremy made it so with his enthusiasm and energy. I enjoyed every aspect of this trip from the jungle to the islands. The canopy walk a highlight. The home stay was enjoyable and Georgetown a highlight. Great trip.

Wild Sarawak
Jan

This trip great way to enjoy the the natural beauty of the area and gain insight into the environmental issues that are facing the region, whilst experiencing a culture that is fascinating and diverse.

Classic Borneo
Jessie

I would recommend Intrepid. They deliver on what they promise. They are absolutely for ethical tourism, a real plus. Their staff on the ground cannot be faulted. You really connect with the locals and you feel as if you are off the beaten track. I would have no hesitation in traveling with them again.

Classic Borneo
Amy

The highlight of this trip is definitely the Kinabatangan River. We saw orangutans, long-tailed macaques, proboscis and silver leaf monkeys, crocodiles, a monitor lizard, a variety of birds, and even a pygmy elephant! The tour is a fantastic mix of wildlife, jungles, cities, beaches, and excellent food!

Classic Borneo
Ann

This trip fulfilled all my expectations with regard to wildlife. Amazing to see an orang-utan outside our chalets on the Kinabatangan River and to get a very brief glimpse of a pigmy elephant. Loved the proboscis monkeys and was fascinated by the macaques as they saw off a rogue male. Great!

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Glenn

I really enjoyed this trip, the highlight of the tour was Mt Kinabalu, a demanding climb but doable if you have a good level of fitness and the determination to put one foot in front of the other, the fitter you are the more you will enjoy the trip and the summit is amazing like your on a different planet! KK is great for food and the locals are friendly and helpful. Getting off the tourist route and going to the home stays is a great way to experience the culture of the local. A great trip for someone who wants to challenge their self.

Classic Borneo
Alythia

A very informative and interesting trip that covered both wildlife and fauna.

Best of Malaysia
Jane

Just finished the Best of Malaysia tour which is our 6th Intrepid. Excellent trip. Well organised with good variety of places to see and activities. Intrepid know how to make travel easy by removing the stress involved in organising an itinerary and getting from A to B.

Classic Borneo
Tony

The classic Borneo trip includes such a wide range of experiences, from towns to mountains, rivers, wildlife and beaches, that you come away feeling like you have done so much. We were very lucky to see so much Wildlife, including an orangutan outside our chalet!

Bangkok to Singapore
Venise

Intrepid Travel is the best of both worlds. It offers the convenience of group travel with plenty of free time to explore your own interests. The guides are always professional, friendly, supportive, and helpful. All of the trips I have taken with them have been excellent.

Classic Borneo
Allen

An excellent, undemanding tour of North-Eastern Sabah. Lots of wildlife, plenty of local encounters, and a good variety of activities. Covers all the bases.

Classic Borneo
Colin

Very well organised trip,great accomodation and balance of activities included in the itinerary

Classic Borneo
Eric

A very nice trip for an introduction to Borneo and it people. Small group setting provided a lot of interaction among group members and we all became fast friends. We were all matured travelers but were able to keep up the pace and our guide Rosrand made sure we were comfortable and safe and not dehydrated. There were no challenging or difficult hikes on this trip but be prepared to walk in very hot and humid weather.

Bangkok to Singapore
Daniela

great trip for a overview of whats like in southeastasia. Good price level especally for young travelers.

Classic Borneo
Robert & Nicola

Consider carefully clothing and insect repellent. If going onto another destination you can leave additional luggage in the start/finish hotel left luggage.

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Teresa

When Intrepid say it’s a Physical rating of 4, they mean it. Being as fit as your possible can on one of these adventures makes it a more enjoyable experience!!

Borneo Family Holiday
Anna

We have travelled quite a few times with Family Adventure Company and now realised this is owned by Intepid so was a bit wary to start but now know you have the same approach. Check the ages of other children on the trip as there is a host of different experiences between 5 year old boys and 14 year old girls. Teenage trips please!

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Raine

Intrepid provided me with everything I needed to know on their website. After comparing prices with other companies I found them to be very competitive. Also, the team leader we had was excellent… the whole trip went like clock work. Comfortable buses and hotels. Already thinking about where my next Intrepid adventure will be. Highly recommended!

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Emma

A good introduction to Malaysia and Thailand with a nice variety of locations. Travel time was not excessive and hotels were basic but generally clean and pleasant. Excellent leader as always.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Rebecca

No short review but strongly suggest that you remove the trip to the butterfly park when in cameron highlands. They were keeping animals in unethical conditions, which was one thing that i really disliked about the trip. Many of the animals were contained in too small cages, one if the animals was dead and many of the butterflys were also dead.

Classic Borneo
Suzanne

I found Intrepid to be an ideal way for me to safely travel alone. My husband likes to stay in NZ & go fishing & is not keen to travel these days, so as a 73 year old I needed to find a way to travel safely with like-minded people. The Classic Borneo trip was a wonderful experience, with the Sabah wildlife being the main attraction for me.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Siân

This trip has a nice mix of cities and nature and the itinary was great! It’s very fast paced but our tour leader always looked after us and was super organised. The accommodation was all really nice too.

Bangkok to Singapore
The

Bangkok to Singapore is a great trip since it allows you to get the most of Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore within 2 weeks time. You could experience from the bustling Bangkok to the slow pace of Malacca with the rick-saw side through the small alleys of Malacca. A must-do trip!

Classic Borneo
Philomena

Couldn’t have been happier with the Classic Borneo trip. Went by myself as a mature woman, and was totally included by the friendly group. Saw organutans in the wild, accommodation was top notch, Manuel our guide was so generous in sharing his knowledge and love of Borneo. Best stress free holiday!

Best of Malaysia
Sreypich

If you want to have a nice experiences holiday don’t missed the Intrepid Company, they have everything you need and where ever you want to go. I am highly recommend this company cos they support a lot of children and local peoples in tier areas and most important thing that they are very high responsibilities with what they do.

Borneo Family Holiday
Hannah

A very well designed itinerary which ensures you experience much this incredible country has to offer in a short period but without ever feeling it is anything other than a relaxing holiday. We were fortunate that our tour leader, Sheila, was such a delight.

Wild Sarawak
Valma

This was a good trip to experience the rain forests and rivers in the area. Mulu National Park was stunning and the caves wonderful. Animal sightings were good in Baku National Park and the night walk was excellent. It was a pity not to have seen the Pinnacles.

Best of Malaysia
Julie

Si vous cherchez un organisme de confiance afin de partir en petit groupe pour voyager sans avoir à organiser votre séjour sur place, Intrepid est une bonne solution.

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
Annette

If you are looking for a once in a lifetime adventure, then look no further than an Intrepid trip to Borneo. Not only did we get to see the Orangutans in the wild, there was a varied itinerary that meant that we made the most of he time we had. Just go for it – nothing to lose and what opportunities to be had!

Classic Borneo
Clare

Great introduction to the culture and experiences on offer in northern Borneo!

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
Marion

Travelling with our Grand son was so easy knowing that he would have time with other children. He had a ball!

Wild Sarawak
Ines

Great itineraries, love homestays, etc. Quality of the guides is a hit or miss, can be terrific or shoking. 2 out of four guides were unacceptable, the other 2 were fantastic. Got the same impression when talking to other traveler.

Wild Sarawak
Alice And Gudrun

This tour is an incredible and eye opening experience to challenge yourself physically and to learn about Borneo exotic culture and history. You will leave it in love with Borneo! We suggest packing light and smart- and to bring plenty of insect repellent and leech socks!

Borneo Family Holiday
Tricia

Well thought out trip with brilliant tour guide varied accommodation and wonderful new experiences that young and old can enjoy. It was lovely to finish the trip on a truly tropical island with warm clear blue sea. Carry toilet paper in bag and bring a torch for when staying at the eco lodge.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Richard

I decided to include my two teenage girls to a trip from Singapore to Thailand. Everything was great, but I wish we would of wait one more year. My younger daughter did not enjoy it as much as we did.

Bangkok to Singapore
Joseph

This tour offers many interesting contrasts between different countries, and contrasts between forests, beaches and cities. It involves travelling significant distances, and the buses in Thailand are quite small, so if you are a little claustrophobic like me, try to find about more about the travel arrangement and how many people will be on the bus (8 in one small mini bus as in our case was too many in my opinion). The tour offers a good contrast of activities. I enjoyed in particular staying in the Khao Sok National Park, and the cities of Penang and Melaka. I suggest you book extra nights in Bangkok and Singapore for this trip as they are explored very briefly in the tour. I suggest you find a more comfortable hotel in Singapore or at least see if you can book a bigger room with a window!!

Borneo Family Holiday
Mia

The Borneo family trip gave us many happy experiences: the visit to the jungle, the orangutan rescue centre, Pulau Tiga and many more. Don’t forget to bring enough insect repellent. Go for the optional visit to the Sun Bear centre – one of the highlights of our trip!

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
George

Best tour group ever, Borneo is a beautiful country and I would highly recomend going there. If you get Aldrin as your tour guide, your very lucky because he’s the best!!!

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Rodger

Excellent basic introduction to Malaysia and Thailand. Intrepid took care of the transportation and accommodations plus gave us many local activity options. Accommodations are basic.

Borneo Family Holiday
Nyree

The people of Borneo are beautiful an made us feel so welcome in their homeland. keep your eyes open all the time as the wildlife could be right under your nose.

Best of Malaysia
Darshna

This is a excellent trip as it really does show you the Best of Malaysia! I really enjoyed the variety offered on this tour as each place that you visit has something different to offer and as a result you leave the trip with different types of experiences. All included activities were great and there was also enough free time should you want any time for yourself to explore.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Ceri

Whistle stop tour of the Malaysian Peninsula and southern Thailand. A great taster of a diverse country. The raft house was a particular highlight of something I would not have ordinarily have organised but thoroughly enjoyed, including walking up through a waterfall!

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Penny

A really good trip with a mixture of physical and cultural activities to make for a brilliant, memorable holiday.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Sheena

This was a very good trip covering the main highlights of all three countries. Be prepared for some early starts and long travel days. It’s best to travel light as you will buy things along the way.

Singapore to Bangkok Adventure
Gregory

Always ask questions of your team leader as they have alot of knowledge and experience to draw on. Good insect repellant, universal adapters, pack light and buy extra clothes as you need and pack a good attitude to get the most out of your trip.

Bangkok to Singapore
Jay

Best of Thailand & Malaysia is a good three week trip seeing some natural areas and the best big cities along this 1,500 mile journey.

Best of Malaysia
Julian

Malaysia is a beautiful country,the food was delicious and the activities were varied and enjoyable.Our leader Yan was a pleasure to travel with.But beware there are quite a few days were you cannot get a beer,but overall it was very good!

Bangkok to Singapore
Sydney

Thailand and Malaysia are both interesting countries. This trip offers a good insight into what they have to offer. Singapore at the end is like the jewel in the crown.

Bangkok to Singapore
Kristin

The Intrepid Bangkok to Singapore trip was incredible: a great mix of adventure and information about the history of all of the locations. By taking care of the logistics of traveling and accommodations, our professional and knowledgeable guide made our trip so easy!

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Jennifer

If you enjoy getting into the thick of it, the culture and the nature, then this is the trip for you! The local guides provide a unique insight into life in Sabah all while you challenge yourself in new ways. Each part of this trip had its own charm and from the homestays to the hike, you will discover just how warm and kind the Malay people are.

Bangkok to Singapore
Ian

This was a trip that I immediately wanted to book when I saw the itinerary. It proved to be very interesting and included very good food, interesting local characters and a great insight into local living in the destination. The hotels and accommodation were varied and good, including a lovely stay in a resort near the Khao Sok National Park. The transport was good and not too demanding and our group leader was excellent.

Bangkok to Singapore
Jeremy

Great mix of rural and big city exploration. Fabulous food will be the abiding memory of this trip for me, along with friendly people and the great mix of included activities and free time to explore what you want to!

Borneo Family Holiday
Carol

Enjoy what you went to see. (Some get grumpy, when they don’t get their coffee and miss their bed.)

Best of Malaysia
Kenneth

This was my first overseas experience. I am looking forward to travelling with Intrepid again

Borneo Family Holiday
Lisa

Borneo Family Adventure was a FANTASTIC and AMAZING experience – we had the most wonderful time and it totally exceeded all our expectations. A fantastic mix of wildlife, beach, jungle, culture, people, fun and adventure. Our leader made things so easy and a lot of fun and his knowledge and passion for his country added so much to our trip. A wonderful adventure for any family who wants to go somewhere a little different.

Borneo Family Holiday
Richard

This was our first Intrepid trip, made with our daughters 9. 7 and 5. We loved it. We couldnt speak more highly of our guide and the itinerary which made for a fantastic trip. We loved feeling like we were backpacking again but with the kids enjoying the company of other children on the tour and us enjoying being guided in the day’s activities as well as having accommodation and travel organised for us.

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
Olivia

We really enjoyed our recent family trip to Borneo. It was a perfect blend of adventure, culture, wildlife, rainforest, history, and island time. Big thanks to our Intrepid guide, and also the other families, who made our Borneo experience even more enjoyable. An unforgettable holiday!

Borneo Family Holiday Comfort
Michael

Borneo is a wonderful destination. Nature is just amazing and the people of Borneo are so friendly. I recommend this destination for every Natur lover. Get also ready for the heat and humidity.

Borneo Family Holiday
Helen

Edwin is the best headhunter tour guide ever! Bring your sense of adventure and not as much first aid gear. Best suited for kids up to approx 14 years.

Best of Malaysia
Tanya

Intrepid is a great way to travel ! We didn’t have to organise accommodation or activities and could leave these arrangements in the hands of the experts. We had a lot of fun exploring Malaysia, trying new foods and learning about the country’s culture.

Wild Sarawak
Sydney

Don’t take this trip unless you like lots of relentless hiking with little chance to appreciate your surroundings. There are some wonderful opportunities to view the local animals.

Borneo Family Holiday
Camilla

A great way to travel with kids. We made some good friends along the way and really feel we absorbed the culture and understanding of the local people as well as seeing so much wildlife and nature.

Borneo Family Holiday
Jason

We enjoyed our family tour of Borneo. Our guide Sheila was fantastic, and the other families made wonderful travel companions. Although the accommodations were below our expectations (based on previous travel with Intrepid), our adventures to the jungle camp, Pulau Tiga and the Sepilok sanctuary were truly amazing.

Wild Sarawak
Emily

Good apart from wasting the last day travelling. Itinerary could be adapted to avoid this.

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Adele

This trip provided me with a great overview of Sabah. The activities are quite achievable for the average healthy person but it’s physically not for the faint hearted! The adventure took me through Sabah’s rich jungle life to the top of a magnificent mountain. Cycling through villages, staying with host families and enjoying karaoke with the locals gave me a great cultural experience too. Sea kayaking and snorkelling off tropical islands was great way to finish my trip on. I couldn’t stop smiling and laughing on the speedboat as we bumped our way back Kota Kinabalu.

Borneo : Hike, Bike & Kayak
Claire

Great trip! Very challenging and not for the faint of heart, but worth the effort. Borneo is a beautiful country with lovely people. Highly recommend.