Centuries of trade have resulted in a vibrant mix of
tribal cultures, creating an intriguing and veritable melting
pot of people, traditions and religions.
Tropical island resorts offer a taste of Malaysian paradise,
while beneath warm coral seas, world-class dive sites await
exploration.
Charming orang-utans, the oldest rainforest in the world
and majestic mosques and temples are enough to tempt even the most
jaded visitor.
Flying time: Kuala Lumpur -12 hours 30
minutes.
Time difference: GMT +8 hrs.
Getting there: Direct flights to
Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Airlines.
Currency: Ringgit.
Vaccinations: Precautions for typhoid,
poliomyelitis and cholera are recommended, with some regions
under risk from hepatitis A and malaria - please
contact your doctor for up-to-date
information.
Visas: British passport holders do not require
visas. All other nationals please check visa requirements
with the embassy.
Best time to visit: Hot and humid with
short downpours of rain year round. Monsoon season in
Langkawi is during our summer.