Malaysia - what to see? For that and how much to pay?
From extremely populous Kuala Lumpur to deserted beaches Perhentian Islands, Malaysia beautiful and
underrated country. Take a look at this country as a box of childhood
treasures: Spend the day with the tribe in a traditional village, visit the tea
plantations or walk along the paths of Gunung Mulu National Park andTaman
Negara, a huge set of the stars of the local documentary film: tigers and
orangutans. Explore the wild jungles of Borneo, immerse yourself in the warm
azure waters near the island of Sipadan, maybe the most interesting in the
world of underwater garden. And ... great Indian cuisine curry and wherever you
want! Malaysia is very different from its neighbors on the map of South-East
Asia, it truly unique space travel.
Costs
Accommodation: The cost of
accommodation in the hostel $ 2.50-8 per night. Private room $ 10-20. Room in
the budget hotel will cost $ 16 per night and up.
Food: snack on the street is
available for $ 0.75-2.5, rarely more than $ 3. Expect to pay $ 05.02 in the
restaurant. As usual western food will be more expensive.
Transportation: The cost of
moving the bus costs about $ 1.50-3 for 1 hour. Taxis are expensive and payment
will be charged per passenger, if you cannot find anyone with whom to share the
trip, pay 4 rates! The cost in Kuala Lumpur start at $ 0.75 USD for the first
kilometer and beyond about 10 cents for every 200 meters, but many do not have
a taximeter cab, negotiate the cost of standing firmly on its feet.
Local Activities: mainly
active entertainment in Malaysia inexpensive. Trekking $ 10-16 per day. Diving
would get from a purse $ 65-80 for two dives per day, or $ 260-350 a full
course PADI.
Savings Tips
Taxi - often do not have
taximeter, make sure that you are willing to pay the amount that you will be
asked.
Camping - recently for
visiting Taman Negara was the opportunity to stay in a tent and save on the
hotel, the cost of the night in a tent around $ 1.
Local food - street stalls you
will enjoy a delicious meal in just a few Malaysian ringgit. And just this is
the best food in the country, besides, and the cheapest.
Abstain from alcohol - as in
any Muslim country, drinking is frowned upon, although it is not prohibited.
But note that to limit alcohol consumption, the government has set a very high
cost of alcohol. Save your thirst for other countries, such as Thailand, where
alcohol flows more freely and much cheaper.
Importantly, what to see and
do
Kuala Lumpur - Most likely,
you stop, at least for a few nights in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur. It
is necessary to see the Petronas Twin Towers and, if you have no fear of
heights, go over the bridge connecting them. The height of the twins - 452
meters. In the capital there is a good zoo birds, look at the parks, they so
deserve.
Perhentian Islands - These
islands shelter diver’s snorkelerov and freedivers. In the crystal clear waters
around coral reefs smoothly moving sea turtles, small sharks and reef fish. The
islands are becoming more popular every year, but still give a respite from the
heavy partying and a complete set of tourist service in Thailand
Mount Kinabalu National Park -
Kota Kinabalu National Park was first listed as a UNESCO World Heritage of
Malaysia in 2000, for his "outstanding universal value". If you
expect something very special, of your visit, the National Park does not
disappoint. Mount Kota Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Malaysia and the
fourth highest in South Asia. Hiking and Trekking on the huge (more than 950
square kilometers) of the park, it's just fantastic.
Heritage Village Sarawak - a living museum demonstrates the heritage
of all racial groups in Sarawak: Malays, Chinese and Indians peacefully coexist
here for hundreds of years. In addition to the ethnographic interest, there are
many unusual events, such as coconut bowling, shooting airguns national and
traditional dance lessons.
Wildlife - Malaysia is rich in
wildlife, both on land and in the surrounding waters. Some of the world's
rarest and endangered species can only be found here. Orangutans, Malaysian
tigers, lizards, Sumatran Rhinoceros and all endemic in this country can be
seen on one of the many safaris, hiking or organized tours.
Sipadan Island - Sipadan
Island is probably one of the best sites in the world for scuba diving. Its
crystal clear waters filled with barracuda, rays, hammerhead shark, whale
sharks, sea turtles and zelenopantsirnye Hawksbill. To hint about the beauty of
this place, Jacques Cousteau once said that the island - "untouched piece
of art."
Tea plantations - Cameron Highlands is covered with lush tea plantations and is very popular for excursions. Visit a local business to learn about the production process of tea
or simply relax with a cup of tea and a slice of cake must (or roll). This area
is large enough to spend a few days to cool down from the heat the rest of the
country, and walk through the beautiful trails.
Georgetown - Georgetown is
often recognized as the most charming city of Malaysia, with its intersecting
streets, bustling shops, historic buildings and nightlife. The city was
declared a World Heritage Site in 2008, and now he basks in his popularity.
Taman Negara National Park -
he was about 130 million. years, Taman Negara is the oldest rainforest in the
world and the largest in Malaysia. It is full of interesting activities:
walking on the tops of the trees, the 4 × 4 safari, exploring caves and trekking.
Take a ride on the trishaw - a
unique form of transport. You'll find it everywhere on the Malay Peninsula.
This is the maximum heaped taxi bikes with wild decorations, and some even
techno sounds. Drivers essentially secretly compete to see who will make it
more colorful and creative crew.
Kota Bharu - known as
"Islamic city". This town is great, not only in size, but its royal
palaces, museums, and even crazy markets in back alleys. This is a great place
to stay for the night, do you plan to go to Thailand or go back to the south.
Pulau Langkawi - when most
people are Malaysia, it is the island that first comes to mind. Printed on
thousands of different covers, websites, articles, and much more, this island
is a picturesque haven with beautiful sunny beaches. There is a choice of
excellent restaurants, attractions and local villages to meet the research
interest.
Ipoh - one of the largest
cities in Malaysia, the focus of great restaurants and attractions. Here you
will find several museums and historic buildings, including a memorial clock
tower and various temples.
