Home to thick rainforests, imposing mountains and pristine beaches, there are a lot to diverse landscapes to explore in Malaysia. From walking along the jungle canopy paths in Taman Negara, the country’s largest rainforest, to hiking up to the summit of Mount Kinabalu, the country’s highest peak, there is plenty of incredible scenery to discover in Malaysia.
Country Code:
+60
Currency:
Ringgit (MYR)
Language:
Malay, English
Best time to climb:
February to March
What’s the weather like?
During the dry season, average daily temperatures in Malaysia sit around 27 ºC. Rain falls the least in the dry season, but is not uncommon
How to get there:
Most hiking trips to Malaysia begin with a flight into Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in East Malaysia or Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in West Malaysia. Most guides will opt to meet you here and provide transport to the start of the trip
Malaysia is split into two halves: East Malaysia, on the island of Borneo and West Malaysia on the Asian mainland. Both halves are chock-full of incredible hiking opportunities. For those looking to ascend one of the country’s various mountain peaks, then East Malaysia is the destination for you. Home to 25 mountains with 2,000 meters or more of elevation and another 50 or so mountains with an elevation of 1,000 meters or more, there are plenty of incredible and scenic options. In West Malaysia, while there may be no mountains, there are plenty of other unique places to explore. Taman Negara is home to the country’s largest rainforest and jungle canopy walkway. There is no better way to experience the rainforest. Away from these spots, Malaysia has numerous hiking options along its beaches and through other parts of the country as well, all of which are worth exploring
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