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Overview
At a Glance
- Capital: Kuala Lumpur
- Language: Malay, English, Mandarin, Tamil
- Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Time Zone: GMT+8
- Main Airports: Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kota Kinabalu (Borneo)
- Typical Trip Length: 7 to 10 days
- Visa: Visa-free entry is available for Australian citizens for short stays, but a mandatory Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) must be submitted within 3 days before arrival.
About the Country
Malaysia is more varied than it gets credit for: Kuala Lumpur's Petronas Towers and street food, colonial-era Penang and Malacca with their old town heritage, and rainforest and beaches in Borneo for travelers who want to go further off the usual path, orangutans included. It pairs naturally with Singapore for a two-country trip, or stands on its own for a longer, slower holiday that mixes city, culture, and jungle.
Top Experiences
- Marvel at Kuala Lumpur's Petronas Towers and dive into its vibrant food scene.
- Wander through the historic heritage streets of Penang.
- Explore Malacca's charming colonial old town.
- Discover the lush Borneo rainforest and encounter wild orangutans.
- Relax on the beautiful beaches of Langkawi.
