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Malaysia

Background & Highlights

Sandwiched between Thailand and the northern fringes of Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore are in an altogether higher economic bracket than the rest of Southeast Asia.

Malaysia comprises the lower half of the Malay peninsular to the south of Thailand, as well as the states of Sarawak and Sabah in the north of Borneo. Singapore is ...

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Birdwatching

Borneo Jungle Trek
Trekking in the jungles of Borneo is not for the faint hearted; it can be hot and sweaty work! However, the amazing wildlife, flora and people you will meet will make it one of the most unique and enjoyable experiences of your life. With its many National Parks, Borneo is a fantastic place to trek, experience nature and view some wildlife that is not seen anywhere else in the world.

Anthropology & Tribes

The Red Ape Trail
The Red Ape trail is a remote trekking route in one of the few remaining orangutan habitats left in Borneo that has been established in cooperation with the Orangutan Foundation.

Anthropology & Tribes

Nanga Sumpa Iban Longhouse, Ulu Ai
The Iban, the largest of the 22 tribal groups in Sarawak, are originally from Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo). They began emigrating to present day Sarawak 3 to 4 centuries ago. The Ibans, whose name was synonymous with headhunting in the old days, were highly successful in their military prowess, dominating all the other tribes in Sarawak.

Malaysia in Pictures

Malaysia in Pictures
A selection of Symbiosis Expedition Planning's favourite photos from Malaysia.

Mosques in Penang

A state in Malaysia located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia by the Strait of Malacca, Penang is home to dozens of Islamic mosques and the culture of Islam, as it does throughout Malaysia, colors every aspect of modern life.

Explore Malaysia