Malaysia is quickly becoming one of the leading destinations for diving in the world with one of the richest marine environments in the Indo-Pacific Basin. The incredible bio-diversity of marine life, coupled with beautiful islands, clear warm waters and white sandy beaches, keeps divers coming back time and time again.

The best dive sites around Malaysia include diverse underwater geography including sloping reefs, wall dives, coral blocks, deep dives, drift dives and wreck dives. A dip below the warm sea’s surface guarantees anyone a breathtaking experience, with a concentration of vibrant and exotic marine life rarely rivalled anywhere else in the world. From schooling Hammerhead Sharks, to huge schools of barracudas and various species of turtles, to the bizarre Ghost Pipefish and Frogfish, there is always something incredible waiting for you. It's no overstatement to say that almost every time a marine bio-diversity survey is conducted in Malaysia’s tropical seas, the list of species increases!

Dive centres in Malaysia are plentyful, well equipped and certified by all the internationally recognised dive agencies like PADI, SSI and SSAC for upholding their standards of safety and professionalism. Naturally, all scuba diving courses in Malaysian waters are also endorsed by these certifying agencies. After completing your scuba diving course, get outfitted with the newest scuba equipment as all international brands are available from Malaysian dive centres. Almost all the islands in Malaysia cater to divers of all levels of experience.

Located in the heart of the Indo-Pacific basin, Malaysia also offers professional dive centres and pristine beaches for the pleasure and safety of the advanced and beginning diver. For the most memorable diving holiday, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.

Key Tips
If you plan to do some diving out here, you should try to book a package with an operator that would include diving, food and accommodation. It's a good way to save money. Also, the sea gets rough and murky during the east coast's monsoon (November - March), so try to time your visit outside of this period.

		Sipadan Island Jacques Cousteau, the world-renowned oceanographer, described Sipadan Island as ‘an untouched piece of art’, while divers around the world voted it as one of the top five dive sites in the world. As an oceanic island, it rises about 700 metres from the sea floor, attracting diverse marine life from the blackness of the open sea. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, this crown jewel is a treasure trove of some of the most amazing marine animals.
		Labuan Wreck Diving Labuan is an island in the South China Sea, just off the coast of Sabah, East Malaysia. Because of its strategic location, it has been a port and a naval base for local and international powers since the 19th Century. Due to this history, divers come from around the world to explore the many excellent ship wrecks and rich marine history that rest in Labuan's shallow waters. Four of these wrecks include the American Wreck, Australian Wreck, Cement Wreck, and the Blue Water Wreck.
		Layang Layang Island Layang Layang, meaning kite, is fast becoming another one of Malaysia's premier dive destinations after the world-famous Sipadan Island. This oceanic atoll is situated in the South China Sea about 300km north-west of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah. Some of the marine animals observed around the 14 dive sites include black-tip sharks, hammerheads, jacks barracudas, bump-head parrotfish, lionfish, moray eels, turtles, nudibranches, gobies and the ghost pipe fish.
		Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park The Tunku Abdul Rahman park comprises a group of five islands located only 20 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's capital. The park is spread over 4,929 hectares, two thirds of which is sea. The five idyllic islands, Manukan, Mamutik, Sulug, Gaya and Sapi have soft white beaches and are teeming with fish and coral, perfect for beginner divers as well as snorkellers and picnickers. Gaya and Sapi Islands also have hiking trails through their pristine jungles.
		Pulau Redang Located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of a group of nine protected islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiasts. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in marine life. At midday when sun rays penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and fish can be seen.
		Pulau Aur, Johor The island off Mersing, along with Pulau Dayang, Pulau Lang and Pulau Pinang, are rated among the best diving destinations within the Johor Marine Park Area. The deeper waters around the area ensure good visibility and a large variety of marine life, the island is popular among weekend divers. The rich pelagic action also attracts numerous sport fishermen, hoping to try their luck with the marlins or sailfish outside the marine park island. Many private yachts anchor in the calm waters between Pulau Aur and Pulau Dayang.

For a complete listing of diving destinations, please click here.

Malaysia is an amazing country with countless abundance of biodiversity. It is not surprising to find that 75 percent of Malaysia’s land area remains forested, with 60 percent virgin rainforest, unchanged for millions of years. 

The country is bestowed with numerous natural attractions such as amazing and diverse flora and fauna, white sandy beaches, exotic marine aqua life, dense rainforests and the oldest and largest caves in the world. 

Unlock the mysteries of Malaysia, one of the twelve mega-biologically diverse countries in the world, which boasts at least 15,000 species of flowering plants, 286 species of mammals, 150,000 species of invertebrates, and 4,000 species of fishes in addition to the countless micro-organisms.

Experience a huge range of outdoor activities, such as caving, hiking, jungle trekking, white water rafting, rock climbing, bird watching, river cruising and much more. 

Catch a glimpse of the largest flower in the world, Rafflesia, play with the endangered orang utans, visit the world’s largest single cave passage discovered at Mulu National Park or hike up Fraser’s Hill to catch the migrating birds. 

Experienced outdoor professionals, who are well equipped with the latest gear, can guide you through all of these activities. If you are looking for rich and exotic ecotourism experiences in balmy tropical weather, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.

Key Tips
Experienced outdoor professionals, who are well equipped with the latest gear, can guide you through all of the ecotourism activities.

		Endau - Rompin National Park Endau Rompin, straddling the Johor/Pahang border, is the second National Park, after Taman Negara. It covers an area of approximately 80,000 hectares of rich and exotic flora and fauna, encompassing the watershed of the rivers Endau and Rompin, from which it derives its name. In other words, this place is huge. The park is home to a vast range of species of birds, mammals, frogs, insects and exotic varieties of orchids, herbs, medicinal plants and trees. It seems that every time a scientific expedition returns from Endau - Rompin, they discover a new species!
		Danum Valley The Danum Valley Conservation Area, 83km south-west of Lahad Datu, is blessed with a startling diversity of tropical flora and fauna. This vast Eden-like basin is home to the rare Sumatran Rhinoceros, orang utans, gibbons, mousedeer and the beautiful clouded leopard. Some 270 species of birds have been recorded in the area. The Danum Field Research Centre is located within the confines of the 440 sq km forest reserve. It also boasts one of the first eco-resorts in Sabah, known as the Borneo Rainforest Lodge. This comfortable resort has a restaurant, bar and comfortable chalets overlooking the Danum River. Jungle treks, river swimming, bird watching, night jungle tours and excursions to nearby logging sites and timber mills are some of the activities offered here.
		Bako National Park Sarawak's oldest national park was established in 1957, covers a modest 27 sq. km., and is about 37km from Kuching. Its most significant features are secluded coves and rugged rocky headlands with magnificent steep cliffs that overlook the South China Sea. The attractive sandstone formations appear pink with iron patterns on the cliff. Further inland, waterfalls tumble down into freshwater pools in a tranquil and idyllic jungle setting. Bako contains an incredible variety of plant species and vegetation types, and this is one of the parks great attractions. At Bako it is possible to see almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo. Bako is also home to approximately 275 rare proboscis monkeys, found only in Borneo. Bako is a fascinating place for bird watching, as over 150 species have been recorded here.
		The Belum Forest Reserve, Perak Towards the northern parts of Lake Temenggor, in northern Peninsula Malaysia (Perak state), lies a vast area of virgin jungle known as the Belum Forest Reserve. The area is one of the largest untouched forest reserves in Peninsula Malaysia. The presence of large mammal species such as elephants, rhinoceroses, tapirs and tigers makes Belum very special. This forest possesses an immense wealth of flora and fauna with much of the area still unexplored and undisturbed by humans.
		Langkawi Mangroves Set in a craggy, almost magical setting of limestone outcroppings rising sharply out of the calm Andaman Sea, the mangrove forest here is really an intricate network of streams and hidden coves that are home to hundreds of endemic jungle species of wildlife. Among the most exciting of these are the Brahminy Kites and huge Sea Eagles who nest in the crags overhead. One of the best ways to discover this usually inaccessible mangrove world is to join the regular small boat tours available. The highlight of any tour to the mangroves is the feeding of the eagles. Your boatman will throw food into the water near your boat and wait for these huge birds to circle overhead and swoop in for their 'lunch'.
		Gunung Mulu National Park Mulu Caves National Park is home to one of the longest networks of caves in the world. Here lies the worlds largest underground chamber, the Sarawak Chamber, capable of accommodating forty Boeing 747 airplanes. In Mulu, you will also find the worlds biggest cave passage, Deer Cave, which can fit five cathedrals the size of Saint Pauls in London. Another key attraction is Clear Water Cave, the longest cave in Southeast Asia. The massive caves here are home to millions of bats and cave swiftlets that swarm out into the jungle in great clouds every evening at dusk!

For a complete listing of birdwatching attractions, please click here.

For a country with only 330,000 sq.km. of land, Malaysia has an incredible number of almost 200 golf courses. Malaysia is blessed with a diverse landscape and has the opportunity to build golf courses by the beach, nestled in the lush jungle or surrounded by rising skyscrapers. These beautiful courses are designed by professionals and offer the latest in luxury amenities.

Many of these international-class courses have been created by Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent-Jones, Max Wexler, Ted Parslow and other golfing pros. Much thought and care has been taken in providing great scenery, world-class conveniences and surrounding holiday attractions for a well-rounded holiday. Most of these courses are built as part of luxury clubs and 5-star resorts for the pleasure of the most discerning golfer. Equipment is never a problem as there is a plentyful amount of sports shops in the cities, all of which offer the best in golfing equipment and accessories, and all at reasonable prices. Most courses offer night golfing so that visitors can golf to their hearts' content.

There are tournaments of all levels held in the country and a huge community of golfing enthusiasts. There are also a few Malaysian golfing magazines and websites available. For a challenging yet relaxing golfing holiday, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.

Key Tips
To save yourself some hassle, check beforehand to see what the green fees are and what the dress code is. And is possible try to avoid weekends so you don't have to feel rushed through the course.

Golf Links

Saujana Golf & Country Club, Selangor
One of the Top 100 golf courses in the world. These two 18-holecourses were designed by Ronald Fream.

Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club
This 27 hole Graham Marsh golf course consists of 3 distinct courses, all surrounded by lush tropical flora and flanked by the South China Sea.

A'Famosa Resort
While known as a popular family attraction, A'Famosa Golf Resort offers a spectacular golfing experience. The 27-hole course, designed by Australian arhchitect Ross C. Watson, has many attractions, notably its live crocodiles!

Datai Bay Golf Club
This unique course is surrounded by jungle, conveniently placed right next to The Datai Resort and is on the secluded beach of Datai Bay.

Bukit Jambul Country Club
Bukit Jambul is a tough par-71 designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. Surrounded by exotic tropical flora in a hilly and rocky environment.

For a list of golf courses in Malaysia, please click here.