All-Inclusive Holidays in Malaysia
Holidays in Malaysia
Known for its pristine beaches and dense rainforests, Malaysia blends the best of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences for a unique travelling experience. Holidays to Malaysia are perfect for discovering new flavours, exploring wild jungles and secluded shores, and making new animal friends with monkeys and turtles!
Why visit Malaysia?
- Perfect for adventurous family holidays
- Visit the country’s ancient temples
- See orangutans in Sepilok sanctuary
- Sail around the 99 islands
- Enjoy exotic street food and fresh tropical fruit
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Beachfront jungles and endless adventures in Malaysia
Adventure awaits
Escape to the tropical jungles, hidden beaches and bustling markets of majestic Malaysia. From teaching your kids to surf on the turquoise waters of Tioman Island, to visiting the Orangutans of Sepilok Santuary, to savouring the aromas of Kuala Lumpur’s food markets, there’s something for everyone, from family-friendly holidays to exciting adventure tours.
A kaleidoscope of traditions
Malaysia's multi-cultural heritage boasts a rich mix of Chinese, Thai and Burmese traditions. Find serenity in the peaceful gardens of the Kek Lok Si Temple. Introduce your kids to the colours, sights and smells of Kuala Lumpur’s buzzing Chinatown. Explore the country’s 99 islands by boat and see if you can spot the ancient pirate lairs hidden among the tropical coves.
Awaken your senses
Malaysia is a sensory adventure perfect for family holidays and romantic getaways. Wander through fragrant green hills and tiered tea plantations in the Cameron Highlands. Explore Malaysian street food from grilled skewers to steamed bamboo putu rice cakes. Or enjoy sailing along the coast at your all-inclusive holiday resort.
Facts about Malaysia
• Currency: Malaysian ringgit
• Best months to visit: West coast islands: Dec- Apr East cosat islands: Apr- Oct
• Well Known for: Beautiful beaches & tropical islands
• Languages: Bahasa Melayu
Malaysia: find a holiday full of stunning natural settings
The rich Malaysian lands will reveal its most stunning backdrops to you from paradisal beaches and islands, to tea plantations, jungles and forests. During your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia, plan a visit of Taman Negara National Park, only 3 hours from Club Med Cherating Beach resort. In the jungle, let yourself be surrounded by the immensity of the forest and depart on a trek adventure, crossing the Canopy Walk suspension bridge and meeting the aboriginal communities. Continue your journey on the Langkawi Archipelago. With over 99 islands, discover the former pirate lairs, rocky cliffs, tropical forests, and transparent waters.
Get to know traditional culture
Once you’ve admired the geographical contrasts of the lands, discover Malaysia's colourful and mixed culture to elevate your all-inclusive holiday. At the heart of the Malaysian identity, religion is represented everywhere in the form of temples. On Penang Island, in the south of Langkawi, the Kek Lok Si Temple is influenced by Chinese, Thai and Burmese communities. From its monastery to its richly decorated and planted gardens, this is a place that brings serenity to your stay in Malaysia. 300 km away, discover Kuala Lumpur and pay a visit to the buzzing Chinese neighbourhood. In the alleyways of the Central Market, between temples and colonial buildings, you will discover fruit stalls, fashion boutiques and artisans selling their wares. As the night falls, visit a street food stand to taste a grilled skewer or a bamboo putu - a steamed cake made from rice flour cooked in bamboo tubes.
A true awakening of the senses in your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia
If your visit to Kuala Lumpur has whetted your appetite, continue your holiday in Malaysia in pursuit of the flavour trail. 3 hours from Kuala Lumpur, discover the Cameron Highlands, a high plateau in a refreshing atmosphere with sumptuously green valleys. Here, enjoy a getaway amidst tea plantations and visit traditional fabric factories, where the fragrance of black tea perfumes the air.
If you want more before arriving back to Club Med Cherating Beach resort, discover the turquoise waters of the Tioman Island, the perfect opportunity for either a surfing lesson or tanning session. And if up until now you only had eyes for the sights of Malaysia, remember that the Indonesian archipelago is only a few hours away by boat.
A place for adventure surrounded by lush natural surroundings
During your family holiday in Malaysia, spark the imaginations of even the youngest family members with magnificent natural sites. Become an ornithologist by discovering the 300 species of the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. Feel like an explorer by taking on Mount Kinabalu, which rises to an altitude of 4,095 metres. Continue the thrills by crossing the suspension bridge at the heart of Taman Negara Park and your bravery will be rewarded with priceless views over the tree canopy.
Cultural delights in Malaysia
Dive into the bubbling culture of Malaysia. In the alleyways of Kuala Lumpur’s Central Market, discover artisanal products such as songket, multicoloured fabrics made of silk or cotton, woven by hand. Visit a food stall, the famous restaurants on wheels, and complete your excursion by tasting a typical roast banana. Finally, fly over Malaysia to discover the Petronas Towers. At an altitude of 452 metres, you might feel a bit dizzy, so be careful don’t look down!
Petronas Towers
They are the icon of Kuala Lumpur: at an impressive height of 452 m, the twin Petronas Towers are counted amongst the highest buildings in the world. Each boasting 88 floors, they are linked by a dizzying steel walkway, a staggering 170 m from the ground, accessible day or night for a truly awe-inspiring 360° view of Kuala Lumpur.
Bako National Park
This little corner of paradise is located at the tip of the Muara Tebas peninsula, on the island of Borneo. On the white sand coves, visitors discover rock formations that seem to be sculpted by the waves. During your holiday in Borneo, venture through the tropical forest, observe the long-tailed macaques, cool off in the waterfalls or on the secluded beaches. Its countless hiking trails await you!
Cultural Village of Sarawak
During your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia, unveil the customs and traditions of the indigenous culture. This “living museum” was designed to promote cultural heritage. Spread over 17 hectares, around 150 people live in the village. Each house represents one of the principal ethnic groups of the region. During your visit, you will discover the customs or the traditional craft of these lands and you will be invited witness dance performances.
Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur
Your holiday in Peninsula Malaysia immerses you in one of the most colourful and lively districts of Kuala Lumpur: Chinatown is the ideal haven for bargain-hunters of all ages. At the end of the day, the high street, Petaling Street, transforms into a lively night market. Take the time to wander amongst its numerous stands during your stay in Malaysia.
Food Stalls in Kuala Lumpur
There you’ll find culinary specialties from Malaysia, China, India, Thailand... There is no better way to discover the melting pot that makes Kuala Lumpur than to dive into its street food. Head for the food stalls at these lively night markets, where the food is often excellent: try a nasi lemak, rice flavoured with coconut milk, skewers grilled on the barbecue or an ondeh ondeh, a dessert made of rice balls and shredded coconut.
Cameron Bharat Tea Plantation
During your holiday in Malaysia, head for the Cameron Highlands plateau. Since 1933, the Cameron Bharat Tea Plantation has anchored its roots along the length of the main route to Tanah Rata. During your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia, take a stroll through the heart of the plantations or have a sip of something hot in the tea house whilst enjoying a breathtaking view over the green valley.
Taman Negara National Park
During your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia, discover one of the most ancient tropical forests in the world, some 130 million years old. 3 hours from Club Med Cherating Beach resort, soak up the ancestral atmosphere in this ideal setting for a trek or a climb to the mountain the summit. From the suspension bridge to the heart of the canopy, admire the flora and fauna and visit the aboriginal village, at the centre of which you will be permitted to fish.
Kek Lok Si
During your holiday in Malaysia, discover the Buddhist Kek Lok Si Temple, with its Chinese, Burmese and Thai influences. Built in 1891 on Penang Island, discover its 7-floor pagoda, decorated with 10,000 statues of Buddha, its sacred tortoise pools and zen gardens.
Perhentian Islands
Just off the Malaysian peninsula and Club Med Chertaing Beach resort, the Perhentians islands are truly heaven on earth. On this archipelago which remains well-preserved, only two islands are inhabited: Besar and Kecil. From huge stretches of tropical jungle to white sand beaches lined with coconut palms, and not forgetting the incredible underwater sites on the seabed, the Perhentian islands are an essential site to see during your all-inclusive stay in Malaysia.
Mount Kinabalu
Reaching an impressive altitude of 4095 m, Mount Kinabalu is the highest peak in South East Asia, between the Himalayas and New Guinea. On the island of Borneo, practically hidden away in the heart of a park listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is renowned as much for the wealth of its fauna and flora as for the climb to its summit, which is safe and secure. You’ll need to plan for at least two days for the climb to the peak and the descent.