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Malaysia

“Malaysia, like a multi-faceted gem, reflects the brilliance of its cultural heritage.”

– Lloyd Fernando

Best time to visit Malaysia

Year-round adventures: the east coast shines Nov-Feb, while the dry season (Mar-Oct) invites west coast beaches and jungle exploring.

Malaysia highlights

Sip freshly-brewed afternoon tea on a colonial-era verandah, surrounded by emerald tea plantations cascading down misty hillsides.

Flight time

10+ hours to the capital, Kuala Lumpur, departing Auckland. 

Visa required?

New Zealand passport holders can visit Malaysia visa-free for up to 90 days.

Currency

Malaysia's national currency is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

Your luxury Malaysia holiday awaits

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Bridging mainland Southeast Asia and the island of Borneo, Malaysia captivates with its extraordinary contrasts. Kuala Lumpur's glittering skyline gives way to Cameron Highlands' mist-wrapped tea estates and, across the South China Sea, rainforests where orangutans and pygmy elephants roam free.

Your luxury Malaysia holiday awaits

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Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous heritage collide in a melting pot of cultures. Georgetown's Peranakan shophouses conceal artisan workshops and Michelin-recognised hawker stalls, while Melaka's colourful rickshaws weave through spice-scented streets that come alive at night.

Your luxury Malaysia holiday awaits

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We curate exclusive wildlife tracking with conservationists, private cooking sessions with Nyonya grandmothers, and access to charming colonial homesteads. From sunrise treks through ancient jungle to sunset cocktails aboard luxury yachts in the Perhentian archipelago, Malaysia's appeal is endless.

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Flights to Malaysia

We feature a hand-picked selection of flights to Malaysia. Get in touch and our expert advisors can access any holiday experience and design your dream holiday, personalised to you.

Malaysia holiday range

We feature a hand-picked selection of our luxury travel range and holiday packages to Malaysia. Get in touch and our expert advisors can access any holiday experience and design your dream holiday, personalised to you.

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