Sabah, as well as being home to the most impressive array of flora and fauna in Southeast Asia, is also home to its highest peak, namely Mount Kinabalu. Standing at 4093 meters to climb to its peak is an extraordinary adventure. The ascent takes two days of pretty strenuous, but achievable trekking,...
Learn more »

As well as picture perfect beaches and wildlife Sabah offers some of the world’s best underwater adventures. The best known dive sites are Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai, however in order to preserve the fragile ecology, visitors to the region are no longer permitted to stay overnight on the island...
Learn more »

Miri, the second City of Sarawak, is located in northern Sarawak, near the Sarawak-Brunei border. The City has grown phenomenally since oil was first discovered in the early 1900s, rapidly turning into the modern and vibrant business, commercial and educational centre it is today. It is also the...
Learn more »

Established in 1984 Tabin Wildlife Reserve is a vast dipterocarp rainforest landscape in the eastern part of Sabah, with a most diverse range of flora and fauna. Tabin was declared a wildlife reserve because of the large numbers of animal species inhabiting its forest, including several which are...
Learn more »

Another of the many wildlife highlights in Sabah is a trip to Turtle Island National Park to watch cumbersome greenback and hawksbill turtles crawl to shore to lay their eggs, truly one of nature’s greatest sights! Far from being just a tourist destination the main aim of Turtle Island National...
Learn more »

The city extraordinary city of Malacca is divided into new and old sections. The older part of the city is fairly compact and has many historical and cultural attractions tucked into the nooks and crannies of its narrow streets whilst the new section of town lies across the Malacca River and is mostly...
Learn more »

Penang, often referred to as the Pearl of the Orient, is one of the most picturesque and romantic islands in all of Asia. Justly renowned for its fine beaches Penang is also known for its colonial heritage as well as ancient temples. Established as the first British trading post in the Far East in...
Learn more »

One of the finest places to really get away from it all and experience wildlife in its most natural environments make the long and bumpy journey to the Danum Valley. It is located a two hour drive from the nearest town of Lahad Datu.  The whole area is primary rainforest jungle far removed from...
Learn more »

Logging and jungle clearance for palm oil plantations is a well documented problem in Sabah. However, loggers have an exclusion zone along the banks of the Kinabatangan River, the longest river in Sabah and this has led to the surviving wildlife being forced to within a kilometre of the banks making...
Learn more »

As well as picture perfect beaches and wildlife Sabah offers some of the world’s best underwater adventures. The best known dive sites are Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai, however in order to preserve the fragile ecology, visitors to the region are no longer permitted to stay overnight on the island...
Learn more »

This area, nestled in the far northeast of Malaysia, is home to beaches, exotic islands, lush virgin tropical jungle, old-fashioned fishing villages and stunning waterfalls. Whilst not as famous as some of the islands the beaches are equally as good. It is also one of the regions of Southeast Asia...
Learn more »

Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and charming holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and observe their lifestyle and also to simply enjoy the fine beaches and resort amenities. The islands are accessed...
Learn more »

Many experienced travellers argue that Pulau Perhentian, meaning 'stopover islands', are the most beautiful of Malaysia’s many islands. Covered by unspoilt jungle, windswept palms, powdery white beaches and surrounded by sapphire blue waters, Pulau Perhentian is a sanctuary for fishermen,...
Learn more »

Redang is located 45km off the Northeast coast of Peninsula Malaysia and is the biggest of a group of nine protected islands scattered in the South China Sea. The island offers crystal lucid waters and numerous dive sites. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in...
Learn more »

About 56km off the East coast in the South China Sea lies the alluring tropical holiday paradise of Tioman Island. Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world, Tioman was the location of the Hollywood musical 'South Pacific' in 1959. Known for many years by divers the warm waters...
Learn more »

One of the finest places to really get away from it all and experience wildlife in its most natural environments make the long and bumpy journey to the Danum Valley. It is located a two hour drive from the nearest town of Lahad Datu.  The whole area is primary rainforest jungle far removed from...
Learn more »

This luxury lodge has recently (Apr 2010) undergone a full renovation, making it one of Borneo's finest resorts. Quite remarkable when you consider the remote location in the centre of Sabah, deep in the heart of a primary rainforest jungle and far removed from human habitation. Unlike some...
Learn more »

This island resort is accessed by a 100 minute boat ride from Sandakan across the Sulu Sea. The unpopulated island is covered by thick tropical island vegetation is ringed by an endless pure white sandy beach which takes under 30 minutes to circumnavigate.

The 25 spacious and tastefully...
Learn more »

This friendly lodge is located deep in the heart of Borneo on the banks of the Kinabatangan River. Each bungalow is divided in to two simple but clean rooms each with an en-suite bathroom and ceiling fan – there is no air conditioning but there are mosquito nets so you can leave your windows...
Learn more »

This small lodge is situated on a sand island approximately a one hour boat journey from Sandakan. The rooms are very basic and simple yet clean and functional. Oasis Travel will always try to secure rooms with air conditioning and en-suite bathroom but with so few rooms and the popularity of this...
Learn more »

Situated in the cool air 1,500 metres above sea level, the Cameron Highlands comprises a series of little townships that offer a unique throw back to Malaysia’s colonial past. What’s more, at just over 3.5 hours drive from KL they are easy to reach, either by self drive or chauffeured by...
Learn more »

This area, nestled in the far northeast of Malaysia, is home to beaches, exotic islands, lush virgin tropical jungle, old-fashioned fishing villages and stunning waterfalls. Whilst not as famous as some of the islands the beaches are equally as good. It is also one of the regions of Southeast Asia...
Learn more »

One of the world’s most beautiful islands, namely Langkawi, is situated just off the North Eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is one of a cluster of 99 islands with many of the worlds’ most beautiful beaches, mangroves rich in flora and fauna, ultra-cheap duty-free shopping and...
Learn more »

A delightful mix of cross-cultural influences and traditions, Kuala Lumpur radiates an exciting, enticing charm, which will appeal to just about everyone. From the gleaming, record breaking skyscrapers to the lush green parks and the fabulous shopping malls to the historic and contemporary landmarks....
Learn more »

Situated in the cool air 1,500 metres above sea level, the Cameron Highlands comprises a series of little townships that offer a unique throw back to Malaysia’s colonial past. What’s more, at just over 3.5 hours drive from KL they are easy to reach, either by self drive or chauffeured by...
Learn more »

Logging and jungle clearance for palm oil plantations is a well documented problem in Sabah. However, loggers have an exclusion zone along the banks of the Kinabatangan River, the longest river in Sabah and this has led to the surviving wildlife being forced to within a kilometre of the banks making...
Learn more »

Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and charming holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and observe their lifestyle and also to simply enjoy the fine beaches and resort amenities. The islands are accessed...
Learn more »

Established in 1984 Tabin Wildlife Reserve is a vast dipterocarp rainforest landscape in the eastern part of Sabah, with a most diverse range of flora and fauna. Tabin was declared a wildlife reserve because of the large numbers of animal species inhabiting its forest, including several which are...
Learn more »

About 56km off the East coast in the South China Sea lies the alluring tropical holiday paradise of Tioman Island. Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world, Tioman was the location of the Hollywood musical 'South Pacific' in 1959. Known for many years by divers the warm waters...
Learn more »

Gayana Eco Resort rests serenely at the edges of a lush jungle forest on a coral reef island off the coast of Borneo. The forty-four over-water, tropical villas are architecturally designed to enhance the soothing sounds of the surf below while capturing the enduring vistas of Mt. Kinabalu on the...
Learn more »

As well as picture perfect beaches and wildlife Sabah offers some of the world’s best underwater adventures. The best known dive sites are Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai, however in order to preserve the fragile ecology, visitors to the region are no longer permitted to stay overnight on the island...
Learn more »

One of the world’s most beautiful islands, namely Langkawi, is situated just off the North Eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is one of a cluster of 99 islands with many of the worlds’ most beautiful beaches, mangroves rich in flora and fauna, ultra-cheap duty-free shopping and...
Learn more »

Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and charming holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and observe their lifestyle and also to simply enjoy the fine beaches and resort amenities. The islands are accessed...
Learn more »

Penang, often referred to as the Pearl of the Orient, is one of the most picturesque and romantic islands in all of Asia. Justly renowned for its fine beaches Penang is also known for its colonial heritage as well as ancient temples. Established as the first British trading post in the Far East in...
Learn more »

Many experienced travellers argue that Pulau Perhentian, meaning 'stopover islands', are the most beautiful of Malaysia’s many islands. Covered by unspoilt jungle, windswept palms, powdery white beaches and surrounded by sapphire blue waters, Pulau Perhentian is a sanctuary for fishermen,...
Learn more »

Redang is located 45km off the Northeast coast of Peninsula Malaysia and is the biggest of a group of nine protected islands scattered in the South China Sea. The island offers crystal lucid waters and numerous dive sites. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in...
Learn more »

Sabah is caressed by the South China Sea on its west and the Sulu and Celebes Seas on the eastern coastline. Both areas have some wonderful beaches that are great to visit in their own right as a beach holiday or as a few days add on to touring the wildlife reserves and sanctuaries. As well as the...
Learn more »

About 56km off the East coast in the South China Sea lies the alluring tropical holiday paradise of Tioman Island. Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world, Tioman was the location of the Hollywood musical 'South Pacific' in 1959. Known for many years by divers the warm waters...
Learn more »

Another of the many wildlife highlights in Sabah is a trip to Turtle Island National Park to watch cumbersome greenback and hawksbill turtles crawl to shore to lay their eggs, truly one of nature’s greatest sights! Far from being just a tourist destination the main aim of Turtle Island National...
Learn more »

One of the finest places to really get away from it all and experience wildlife in its most natural environments make the long and bumpy journey to the Danum Valley. It is located a two hour drive from the nearest town of Lahad Datu.  The whole area is primary rainforest jungle far removed from...
Learn more »

Logging and jungle clearance for palm oil plantations is a well documented problem in Sabah. However, loggers have an exclusion zone along the banks of the Kinabatangan River, the longest river in Sabah and this has led to the surviving wildlife being forced to within a kilometre of the banks making...
Learn more »

Miri, the second City of Sarawak, is located in northern Sarawak, near the Sarawak-Brunei border. The City has grown phenomenally since oil was first discovered in the early 1900s, rapidly turning into the modern and vibrant business, commercial and educational centre it is today. It is also the...
Learn more »

For the majority of travellers no trip to Borneo is complete with out seeing the majestic orang-utan. The orang-utan sanctuary at Sepilok is famed worldwide for its fantastic work in rehabilitating these apes with the view to releasing them back to the wild. Although the 40 sq km park is densely...
Learn more »

For a truly unique experience in ancient rainforest but yet easily accessible from KL, Taman Negara is a great choice. Originally named King George V National Park, Taman Negara (National Park) is the first and the oldest official Protected Area in the country. It was gazetted to preserve the land's...
Learn more »

Another of the many wildlife highlights in Sabah is a trip to Turtle Island National Park to watch cumbersome greenback and hawksbill turtles crawl to shore to lay their eggs, truly one of nature’s greatest sights! Far from being just a tourist destination the main aim of Turtle Island National...
Learn more »

This sanctuary of opulence and well-being is situated on the picturesque east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, between Kuala Terengganu in the north and Kuantan in the south, approximately one hour drive from Kuala Terengganu Airport. The resort is built on a lush 17-hectare site overlooking the South...
Learn more »

Tanjung Rhu is located on a beautiful beach on the northern tip of Langkawi – with spectacular views to small islands and towards the Thai border. It is the only resort on this part of the island thus ensuring its exclusivity and the privacy of its guests. The resort is approximately 30...
Learn more »

The Datai takes pride of place on a long stretch of powdery white-sand beach carefully secluded in a 750 hectare virgin rainforest on the northwestern tip of mystical Langkawi Island. The resort is, justifiably in our opinion, renown as one of the best in Malaysia – if not the whole of Asia....
Learn more »

Pangkor Laut is a privately owned island located three miles off the West Coast of Malaysia along the Straits of Malacca. Travel to the resort is either by air – fly to Pangkor Island and ferry to Pangkor Laut - or a 3 hour drive from KL followed a ferry ride to Pangkor Laut or if you really...
Learn more »

Penang has been waiting a long time for a truly luxurious resort and now, with the recent re-development of the Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, that wait is finally over. The resort is located in thirty acres of verdant gardens, framed by majestic ancient rain trees which re-create...
Learn more »

This luxury hotel combines sophistication and elegance along with one of the best locations in KL. Adjacent to the world famous Petronas Twin Towers, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur offers supreme views of this spectacular landmark as well as the lush fifty acre KLCC Park, with the thriving hub of...
Learn more »

Of the many fine hotels in KL the Ritz Carlton, in our opinion, ranks as one of the very best. The hotel just oozes colonial luxurious charm and elegance but at the same time you still have a strong sense that you are in exotic Southeast Asia due to the influences of the local ethnic culture and...
Learn more »

This sanctuary of opulence and well-being is situated on the picturesque east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, between Kuala Terengganu in the north and Kuantan in the south, approximately one hour drive from Kuala Terengganu Airport. The resort is built on a lush 17-hectare site overlooking the South...
Learn more »

The Datai takes pride of place on a long stretch of powdery white-sand beach carefully secluded in a 750 hectare virgin rainforest on the northwestern tip of mystical Langkawi Island. The resort is, justifiably in our opinion, renown as one of the best in Malaysia – if not the whole of Asia....
Learn more »

Pangkor Laut is a privately owned island located three miles off the West Coast of Malaysia along the Straits of Malacca. Travel to the resort is either by air – fly to Pangkor Island and ferry to Pangkor Laut - or a 3 hour drive from KL followed a ferry ride to Pangkor Laut or if you really...
Learn more »

Penang has been waiting a long time for a truly luxurious resort and now, with the recent re-development of the Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, that wait is finally over. The resort is located in thirty acres of verdant gardens, framed by majestic ancient rain trees which re-create...
Learn more »