Family holidays to Malaysia

Go wild for the wildlife

If your tribe are animal mad, Malaysia will have them captivated. Spot monkeys and orangutans in the rainforests or pygmy elephants and golden-faced sun bears on a cruise along the Kinabatangan River. Plus, head to the caves in the Gunung Mulu National Park, and come early evening, you’ll see the bat colonies emerge – a noisy but impressive sight.

A head for heights

Malaysia is great for families who like to get out and about, with plenty of national parks and jungles to explore. If you’re staying in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, head to the Forestry Research Institute Malaysia. Here, you can explore the jungle from a 200-metre-long canopy walkway. Or, swap nature for bright lights and take the family to the top of Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Twin Towers – at 452 metres high little adventurers will have first-class views of the city.

Sun, sea and sand

Malaysia isn’t short on beautiful beaches, either – perfect for kids who like nothing more than playing in the sand. The island of Langkawi, for example, is home to some idyllic sandy spots, as well as waterfalls and bird-filled forests. Older children can snorkel in the island’s clear blue waters here, too – where they may even spot stingrays.

Book a family holiday to Malaysia for child-friendly hotels complete with pools, activities and kids’ clubs all geared up for little ones.