Adventure Tours in Malaysia

Somewhere between jungle temples and remote beaches, your first encounter of the day is with “the man of the forest.” Adventures continue with rafts floating into rose-colored sunsets, and then peak with a dinner of nasi lemak. From the world’s largest cave chamber to the street shows of teh tarik, there’s no specific way to experience adventure travel in Malaysia. It just requires you, the desire for adventure, and ten seconds of insane courage to take the plunge!

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10 Adventure Programs in Malaysia

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservatio

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

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GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and med

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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

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Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more than 40 years, we have offered unparalleled educational voyages where students spend a semester at sea sailing between islands, countries, and even continents. We design our programs to provide engaging learning experiences with real out

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Intern Abroad HQ

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Sea Turtle Conservation Internships in Malaysia

Make a tangible impact on marine conservation with Intern Abroad HQ in Tioman, Malaysia. This immersive internship offers students and recent graduates the unique opportunity to work alongside an established NGO, to protect endangered sea turtle populations. Operating during the peak nesting season

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Raleigh International

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Volunteer in Borneo - Adventure with Purpose

Take urgent action and immerse yourself in one of the world's most ecologically and culturally diverse places by joining a Raleigh Expedition to Borneo. If you're passionate about ecology and wildlife, eager for an unforgettable adventure, and interested in truly immersive travel, then Raleigh Born

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Oyster Worldwide

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Conservation Volunteering in Borneo

Growing human populations and increasing destruction of natural habitats is a constant risk to the survival of many incredible species. This programme is a great opportunity for volunteers to make a real difference to wildlife. It aims to help protect and regenerate the habitats of many animals. Wor

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A Guide to Adventure Travel in Malaysia

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Stepping foot on the “peninsula of gold,” it’s hard to contain the excitement for backpacking Malaysia. And for good reason! Whether it’s cosmopolitan cities spiraling into space or swaying rope bridges between mountaintops, Malaysia’s boundaries are thrown across several landmasses, and are packed with a little bit of everything.

The capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the most popular destination in Malaysia to visit. It’s large and in charge, yet ready to welcome you with a cheery “Dapatkan bersedia untuk masa yang liar!” From the sweeping Petronas Twin Towers to the hustle-and-bustle of the exotic Central Market, Kuala Lumpur is not easy to take in… and even harder to forget.The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park and the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary have rave reviews; who wouldn’t want to get up close and personal with a Malaysian Blue Flycatcher or a chubby baby elephant? Locals (humans and the occasional boa constrictor) and tourists are drawn to all the culture and modernization of this capital.

Borneo is a unique island. It is considered part of three different nations: Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei. The rainforest, that encapsulates 75% of the island, is one of the oldest in the world and is home to the Borneo elephant, the cloud leopard, and the ever-famous Borneo orangutan. Let the time you spend in Borneo open your eyes and heart to the beauty of Mother Nature and all her inhabitants.

On the western edge, Malacca is quaint, quintessential, and quirky. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site — the perfect bygone addition to your Malaysia visit — and allows you to step into a history book. Jonker Street is not to be missed, with its sizzling street food and stalls that offer some of the most unique souvenirs you’ll find south of the equator! At 260 feet, the Malacca Menara Taming Sari is a panoramic monument, offering a 360-degree view of the city.

Boredom is not an option with countless jungles to explore, animals (some only native to Malaysia) to discover, colorful buildings to amaze, and street food to satisfy those whose “eyes are bigger than their stomachs”.

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My greatest adventure yet!

May 12, 2024by: Emma Gardner - United States

Program: Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Being a student on Sea|Mester was the most incredible experience of my life. I did the South Africa to Antigua voyage on Vela, and it exceeded any and all expectations I could have possibly had. I got to visit places that I never thought I would get to go. I met people that started out as strangers, but quickly became family to me. Prior to Sea|Mester, I had very little sailing experience and no diving experience and I think that that is a common turn off for people that come across this program, but you have no need to be worried if you're in that boat (haha). The staff does an exceptional job teaching you the ropes, making you feel safe, and making you feel like the boat is your home. If you're a hands on learning that thrives on getting outside of your comfort zone, adventure, and travel then this program is for you. I can not effusive enough how much Sea|Mester and my crew changed my life. If you're presented with the privilege to be a student on Sea|Mester... do it. If Sea|Mester taught me anything, it's to say yes even when you're scared. The greatest adventure of your life could be waiting for you.

Best 3 months ever

December 14, 2023by: Matthew Pidden - England

Program: Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

I did the trip from Palau to Thailand in 21 and it was so much fun. I learnt so much, made so many great friends and got to see and experience some of the coolest stuff I’ve seen to date. The staff are all very cool, approachable and great teachers. I got 12 credits and it didn’t even feel like a semester because it was so fun. If you like adventure, travel and the ocean I couldn’t recommend this program more.