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The spectacular 300-metre canopy walk at Danum Valley, Sabah.
This 438sq km Conservation Area
is one of Earth’s most complex ecosystems, home to clouded leopards, orangutans, proboscis monkeys, Bornean pygmy elephants and the world’s tallest tropical tree.
Malaysia’s top snorkelling sites; and Turtle Islands Park in Sabah, a nesting site for Green and Hawksbill Turtles. Sipadan Island Park comprises Malaysia’s only oceanic island and is considered to be one of the top 10 diving sites globally.
The country is a paradise for outdoor sports, especially golf, with a remarkable choice of venues ranging from breezy seaside courses
to “golfing in the clouds”. Horse riding and polo are increasingly popular, as are yachting, kayaking and motorised watersports.
Visiting & Living in Malaysia
Malaysia is a remarkable place to visit, live or work.
The amenable climate, food and hospitality create a complete experience and high quality of life.
The mix of Malay, Indian, Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Western and fusion cuisine, and the huge variety of outlets, ranging from hawker stalls to food trucks and 5-star hotels, makes it possible to dine out every day of the year without breaking the bank.
Comfortableaccommodation is easy to find and ranges from clean and cosy backpacker hostels to Airbnb rentals and some
of the most exclusive 5- and 6-star city hotels and resorts in Asia. Business visitors will find complete business facilities that make Malaysia the ideal destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions. Long- term residents have a wide choice of quality rental properties convenient for
schools, shopping and commuting, and may also purchase residential and commercial properties with some minor restrictions.
Malaysia is above all
a healthy place to live.
Its modern hospitals
and medical centres
with state-of-the-art facilities offer world-
class care at affordable prices. Alternative and complementary therapies– traditional medicine, spas and wellness centres–are also widely available.
Malaysia also has a My Second Home programme (MM2H) that enables foreigners and their families to experience the joys of making Malaysia their home. Qualified applicants can obtain a 10- year renewable Social Visit Pass and Multiple Entry Visas, purchase properties, and enjoy tax exemptions on imported cars.
Malaysia’s coastline is surrounded with beautiful tropical islands, perfect for sun and sea vacations. This glorious sea view is from Sari Pacifica Hotel, Pulau Sibu Tengah, Johor.