Tioman Island, Malaysia: Teen Adventure & Scuba

Explore Malaysia from Kuala Lumpur’s markets and temples to Tioman Island’s coral reefs, rainforest, and coastal villages. This 16-day adventure for ages 14–17 combines scuba diving, sea kayaking, hiking, local food, and hands-on sea turtle conservation before finishing in Singapore.

Earn or advance a PADI scuba certification with professional instructors. Paddle Tioman’s coastline, camp during a sea kayak journey, explore the Dragon Horns, cook Malaysian food, and work alongside the Juara Turtle Project according to its current conservation needs.

Two experienced Wild Traveler trip leaders accompany no more than 12 teenagers, supported by a logistics coordinator. Our leaders are outdoor educators with at least five years of experience working with teens. They help everyone connect, take on responsibility, and grow in confidence.

No previous scuba, kayaking, or international travel experience is required. Participants should be comfortable swimming in open water and ready for active days in tropical heat, hiking, and camping during the kayak journey.

Summer 2027: July 5–20 and July 23–August 7. Tuition is $7,495, including international group flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur and from Singapore back to Los Angeles, meals, accommodations, program transportation, activities, permits, group equipment, and leadership. Families arrange travel to and from Los Angeles.