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You can unsubscribe at any time. There are hundreds of beautiful islands within Malaysia, most of them can be visited during your travels but not all offer a place to stay overnight. The islands of Malaysia are divided in the islands at the western peninsula, the eastern peninsula and the islands around Borneo. All are equally stunning, though there enough differences between each island. r180 backpackMost popular islands are Langkawi, Penang, Perhentian, Redang and Tioman. msi hermes backpack buyAround Borneo you have Lankayan, Selingan, Mataking and of course Sipadan.stm switch padded laptop backpack A 4095 meter tall mountain Mount Kinabalu is the tallest mountain in Malaysia and the 20th tallest in the World.

Mainly because of the biological diversity the mountain is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climbing the mountain is not an easy feat for the untrained; though it will absolutely be one of the best experiences ever. Watching the sun rise in the early morning will definitely make you forget all the hardships you had to endure during the hike up. Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park TAR Marine Park is the perfect place to enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling and light jungle treks. The marine park is made up of five small islands: Gaya, Manukan, Sapi, Sulug and Mamutik. The best beaches and probably also the best corals can be found around Gaya island; the biggest of the five islands. The marine park is only a 20 minute boat trip away from the city of Kota Kinabalu. Mulu National Park is the biggest national park in Sarawak. The park is best known for the amazing caves. The Sarawak Chamber is the world's biggest cave chamber. It is said that 40 Boeing 747 aircraft's fit in the cave.

Clearwater Cave is one of the top ten longest caves in the world with a length of over 189km. The caves aren't the only highlights at Mulu NP. The amazing pinnacles at Mount Api are absolutely stunning to witness. A visit to Mulu NP will bring your holiday in Malaysia to new heights! One of the most popular destinations in Sabah is the Kinabatangan River. This river has a length of 560 kilometers and stretches through half of Eastern Sabah. Alongside the riverbanks there is an abundance of wildlife. During a river cruise you will have a chance to spot the rare orangutan, the pygmy elephant, proboscis monkeys and saltwater crocodiles. During night cruises you might spot the leopard cat, numerous sleeping birds, wild boards, snakes and many crocodiles. Getting around in Sabah is easy. Depending on the destinations that you wish to visit, different modes of transport are available. Car rentals are available at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Terminal 2 Airport, and in major cities & towns.

Types of vehicles available range broadly from basic sub compact sedans, 4WD vehicles to vans and coaches depending on your travel needs. There are two types of public transport. One is the 'short distance' and the other is the 'long distance' with taxis and busses/coaches. The short distance only covers areas within the city/town areas. The long distance coaches are available at the new location, located near Inanam Township area which requires a taxi or bus ride to Inanam Township. There are also a few located at the Main Capital Terminal which still serves Labuan and Kuala Penyu charters, namely located in front of the High Court of Sabah. A few minutes walk towards Kampung Air from the High Court, lies several 'UNSER Taxis' delivering rides towards Kota Belud & Kudat. Behind the High Court building, the areas near Atkinson Clock Tower, several long distance taxi services offers rides towards Keningau (Interior South), Beaufort (South) & Ranau (East). Travelling by public transport is the most economical way to get to your destination in Sabah.

The journey might take longer than having a private transport, but you will be compensated by the scenic surrounding environment on the journey, and by the fact that you can mingle with the locals. There is only one railway which connects Kota Kinabalu with Tenom on the west coast of Sabah. As a matter of fact, it is the only railway in the whole of Borneo! Train services are still very basic in Sabah and are still confined to trains that were in service since the colonial period. This gives travelers an additional touch of nostalgia when taking the West Coast tours of Sabah, where you could stop by small towns and enjoy the scenic environment at your own pace. The towns along the west coast, like Membakut, Papar, Bongawan, Beaufort and Tenom, have retained much of their rural charm ever since the colonial period. The journey by train from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom takes between five and six hours. There are two daily departures. Unfortunately as of year 2009, the rail services has stopped for renovation until further notice.

Train service has resume partial services since 2011. The route from Beaufort to Tenom is especially exciting as the train travels through a tunnel of forests and along the Padas Gorge cutting through the Crocker Range. This is a standard journey for travellers taking the white water rafting adventure tour on the Padas River. The ultimate nostalgic train experience is the North Borneo Railway, which has recently been revamped and now operates a 90-ton Mid-Century steam train: "The Vulcan" takes now again visitors along the west from Kota Kinabalu to Papar, and back. This train, which leaves on schedule every Wednesday and Saturday, is very popular amongst tourists. Island destinations such as Tunku Abdul Rahman Park (TAR), Turtle Island Park, Sipadan, Langkayan, Kapalai, Mabul, Pulau Tiga, and Labuan are accessible by ferry services. Some destinations require pre arrangements for ferry services. This includes islands such as Pulau Tiga (from Kuala Penyu), Turtle Islands from Sandakan Town, Mengalum and Mantanani.

Labuan Island is also accessible by ferry from Kota Kinabalu city and from Menumbok town near Kuala Penyu and the Klias region. From Kota Kinabalu, there are two ferry departures to Labuan daily. Layang-Layang Island is only accessible via air as it is far and located near the mainly disputed Spratly Islands.Ferries to TAR leave from the newly upgraded Kota Kinabalu City Ferry Terminal near the Sabah Ports Authority and the Marine Police Jetty - Jesselton Point. There is no schedule and you can hop on and off anytime you like. Fares are affordable and bargainable. Ferry operators will be happy to assist you, but please ensure that you only board licensed boats with proper insurance, and make sure you wear a life vest as it is required by the Marine Department (licensed boat operators have life vests and will require that you wear them). Certain areas like Mengalum and Layang Layang are considered distant.There is a ferry servicing towards the northern islands of Sabah, namely Banggi, while it is not so widely promoted, visitors are welcome to visit Banggi Island.

With an area of 440.7 square kilometres it is the third largest island in Malaysia. There is current a designated Marine Park nearby.Islands near the coasts of Sandakan includes the famous Turtle Island and Lankayan Island. Turtle Island overnight stay will require booking of at least 2 months in advance, peak seasons are July and August. Lankayan is operated by a private company.Semporna offers itself as a hub to several, in fact over 60% of Sabah's top diving sites and the most beautiful islands like Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai, Pom Pom and many many more. Semporna is accesible about less than 2 hours drive from Tawau. For seafarers and sailors, there are marinas available around Sabah. The most prestigious is the Sutera Harbour Marina, located in the Sutera Harbour Resort complex in the south of the city. Other places to berth at Kota Kinabalu include the Tanjung Aru Marina, located at the Shangri-la Tanjung Aru Resort, and the Kota Kinabalu Yacht Club. Many sailors just berth in front of the city near the Waterfront Esplanade.