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HomestayExperience

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PutrajayaKuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)

Senai International Airport

Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT)

Kuala Lumpur

Kuantan

Cameron Highlands

Fraser’s Hill

Bukit Tinggi

Genting Highlands

Pulau Langkawi

Pulau Pangkor

Pulau Tioman

Pulau Perhentian

Pulau Redang

Pulau Rawa

Pulau Sibu

Pulau Pangkor Laut

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KualaTerengganu

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Thailand

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Marine Park

International Border

Highland Resort

Airstrip

Langkawi International Airport

Penang International Airport

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport

KuchingInternationalAirport

Pulau - IslandGlossary

4 Enjoy WarmMalaysian Hospitality

6 Culture and Traditions

12 Village Pastimes

14 Arts and Crafts

17 Agro Visits

20 Enjoying the Outdoors

24 Authentic Local Delights

27 Student Programmes

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MALAYSIAKuala Lumpur

SingaporeIndonesia

BruneiDarussalam

Philippines

VietnamCambodia

Laos

Thailand

Myanmar

South China Sea

Straits of Malacca

Pulau Mabul

Pulau Sipadan

Pulau Mabul

Pulau Sipadan

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Kota Kinabalu

KinabaluPark

Tunku AbdulRahman Park

Kudat

SABAH

Sandakan

Lahad Datu

Tawau

Labuan

Bintulu

Mukah

Tanjung Manis

Bario

Ba’kelalan

Lawas

LimbangMulu

Mulu National Park

Miri

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CELEBES SEA

BruneiDarussalam

Indonesia

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Kota Kinabalu International Airport

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28 Sample Itinerary

29 Experience Malaysian Homestay by Rail

30 What They Say

31 Useful Phrases

32 Social Etiquette

33 Useful Contact Numbers

38 Malaysia at a Glance

39 Tourism Malaysia Offices


Imagine living in a traditional house at the countryside, while you enjoy a laid-back lifestyle and plenty of fresh air.Wake up to the sound of birds and cockerels, and have a pleasant day with your friendly host family. Savour localfood and participate in the delightful activities that have been lined up – pluck tropical fruits from an orchard ortry your hand at playing a traditional musical instrument. Unlike an ordinary holiday, the homestay programmewhisks visitors off to an oasis of tranquility and rustic charm.

Malaysian homestays offer an opportunity for visitors to stay at a kampung, or a traditional Malay village.The villages that participate in the homestay programme are carefully selected and comply with the strict guidelinesset by the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism and Culture.

Homestay villages can be found in every state. Some homestays are tucked away cosily in the hinterland, whileothers are situated in the vicinity of major towns and are easily accessible. The Banghuris, Sungai Sireh andSungai Haji Dorani homestay villages for instance, are situated only an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’scapital city.

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Given the varied locations and settings, every homestay village presents a different and enjoyable experience. Visitorsto Kampung Pelegong in Negeri Sembilan can have the delightful experience of savouring tropical fruits freshlyplucked from the orchard. During a stay at Kampung Seri Tanjung, Melaka, visitors can makea trip to the many Dutch and Portuguese historical landmarks that give an insight into the nation’s rich past.For a taste of island life, head to the Desa Wang Tok Rendong and Pulau Tuba homestay villages in Langkawi.

There is always something to do or learn in a homestay village. Villagers will eagerly invite you to join in their activitiesand visitors will soon find that the enthusiasm is infectious! Harvesting local crops, visiting a fish farm or learninghow to make traditional delicacies are only a sprinkling of the many things that await visitors. Brush up on yourBahasa Malaysia, the local language, with the children after they return from school or indulge in traditionalpastimes such as kite-flying and top spinning. Cottage industries such as batik-painting and songket-weavingare other interesting pursuits, commonly found in the east coast states of Kelantan and Terengganu. In the evenings,visitors will be entertained by cultural performances or even a mock-wedding that showcases the local customs andrituals.

A homestay programme is suitable for all types of holidaymakers, be it families, students or corporate groups. Thesimplicity of the kampung folk, along with the engaging pastimes that are found here, will createa unique and memorable vacation. Experience genuine Malaysian warmth and let the homespun hospitality work itscharm!

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Malaysia is a mosaic of three major races; theMalay, Chinese and Indian. In addition, thecountry is home to many ethnic communities.

Malays form more than half of the population.They profess Islam as their religion and speakBahasa Malaysia, the national language. A largenumber of homestay villages in PeninsularMalaysia are operated by the Malays. Known for

their gentle mannerisms and culturalrefinement, many rural Malay folk engage inartistic endeavours.

The states of Sabah and Sarawak are home toa diversity of ethnic groups. From resplendentlydressed Bajau horsemen to the legendary Ibanwarriors, Sabah and Sarawak offer a gamut ofexotic cultures and vibrant traditions.

Cultureand Traditions Enjoy a fascinating spectrum of cultures and traditions in a Malay village. Watchcultural performances or be immersed in the enchanting melody of traditional musicalinstruments. A not to be missed highlight is the mock-wedding, held to showcase thecolourful and interesting local customs. The convivial atmosphere will set the stage forlots of excitement!

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Traditional Homes The type of house that visitors will live in duringthe homestay programme is most likely atraditional Malay house, which is made of timberand raised in stilts. Some houses display intricatecarvings or crafts. The windows open out to thelush greenery that surrounds the homes,offering plenty of fresh air and a sense of calm.In Sabah and Sarawak, visitors will be able tolive in a Malay village or other traditionaldwellings such as a longhouse (a communalhome). In Sarawak visitors can experience life ina Melanau tall house, which can reach up to 40feet above ground level.

Festivals The largest celebration for the Muslimcommunity is Eid ul Fitr, or locally known as HariRaya Aidilfitri. It marks the end of the fastingmonth, Ramadan, and the beginning of Syawal.Another major festival is the Hari Raya Aidiladha,which marks the completion of the Hajjpilgrimage in Makkah.

The Kadazandusun and Murut communities inSabah celebrate Tadau Kaamatan or HarvestFestival in May. In Sarawak, Gawai Dayak(celebrated in June) is a centuries-oldcelebration that marks the end of the paddyplanting season and the start of a new season.

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Mock WeddingsOne of the best ways to understand traditionalMalay culture is to participate in a Malaywedding, which is fascinating and steeped inage-old traditions. A Malay wedding begins withan akad nikah ceremony. The groom signs themarriage contract and agrees to provide thebride with a mas kahwin or dowry. The brideand groom will undergo many rituals such asthe berinai besar ceremony where the fingersare painted with henna. On the day of thewedding, the groom arrives with his entourage ofrelatives and friends. He is accompanied bymusicians beating the kompang (a percussion

instrument) and followers carrying the bungamanggar or palm blossoms. As they arrive atthe bride’s home, the entourage will be greetedwith the sprinkling of yellow rice and scentedwater. Sometimes, performances such aspencak silat (the Malay martial art) are held.Elderly representatives of the bride and groomengage in a custom called berbalas pantun,where poems made up of amusing verses areexchanged between the two parties. To addgaiety to the joyful affair, the groom and hisparty are sometimes required to overcomehumorous obstacles before being allowed in.

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The highlight of a Malay wedding is usually thebersanding ceremony, where the bridal couplewill be seated on a dais while family members,friends and well-wishers come forward tosprinkle the couple with yellow rice and scentedwater as a sign of blessing. Departing guests willreceive a token of appreciation, usually in theform of a decorated egg called bunga telur.

After the bersanding ceremony, the couple andtheir guests will attend a celebratory feast calledmakan beradab. This requires the bride andgroom to feed each other. Filled with interestingrituals, the Malay wedding ceremony will makefor an eventful day. In most villages, a mock-wedding is arranged to give guests a chance toexperience this merry occasion.

Cultural Performances Rural folk are proud custodians of culture andthe fine arts. In most homestay villages, visitorswill be able to watch the pencak silat, afascinating Malay martial art. Silat featureselaborate movements, precision timing andhighly-skilled manoeuvres.

The traditional shadow play theatre or wayangkulit is another interesting performance. Thisshow is performed by casting animatedpuppet shadows on a white cloth screen.

The puppet characters and stories are usuallyadapted from ancient epics. The masterstoryteller, called tok dalang, conducts thewhole show from behind the screen as herecites the tale with appropriate sounds andmovements. Both silat and wayang kulit areaccompanied by traditional music.


Malaysia’s wide range of traditional dances andmusical shows create the perfect culturalbackdrop for a homestay visit. There are manytypes of dances in Malaysia. The most upbeatand popular form of traditional dance is thetarian joget. Performed during joyousoccasions such as weddings, the joget involvespairs of men and women performing swift andgraceful movements.

Joget is usually accompanied by an orchestra,which includes instruments such as the violin,rebana and gong. The basic steps are relativelyeasy to learn. With a little practice, visitors willsoon find themselves swaying to the music!

Visitors to almost any homestay village inMalaysia will be able to hear the thunderousecho of the kompang. One of the most widelyused percussion instruments in Malaysia, thekompang is a hand-beaten frame, made ofwood as well as cow or buffalo hide. It is

indispensable during religious occasions,festivals and weddings. One can play thekompang while being seated, standing orwalking in a procession. The gusto of themusicians and the reverberating sound make ita lively performance to watch.

Some states are known for their signatureperformances. In Kelantan, the Malay culturalheartland, visitors can enjoy a vibrantperformance which features the rebana ubi.This huge, brightly decorated drum is madefrom hollow logs and covered with buffalo hide.A visit to the Renok Baru Homestay in Kelantanoffers an opportunity to enjoy this performance.Lively dances such as tarian sabak, tarian piringand tumbuk emping are among the attractionsat Pasir Raja Homestay in Terengganu. Visitorsto the Mengkuang Titi Homestay in Penangcan enjoy boria, a musical performance that isunique to Penang.

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Negeri Sembilan’s trademark musicalinstrument, call cak lempong, can be seen atHomestay Lonek. Zapin dances and kudakepang performances (a dance featuring two-dimensional mock horses made of rattan) areamong the highlights of a visit to FeldaSemenchu Homestay in Kota Tinggi, Johor.

The graceful Sumazau dance of Sabah, as wellas the datun julud, tarian lesung and ngajatdances of Sarawak, are equally interesting.

Visitors should not miss a chance to watchmogunatip, the traditional bamboo dance ofSabah. This dance requires artists to skillfullyperform their steps while their team-matesmove bamboo poles back and forth betweentheir feet.

As the beat accelerates, the dance seems toget increasingly difficult, but the agility of thedancers makes it possible for them to movewithout getting their feet trapped.

Visitors to Sabah can keep an eye out for thesompoton, a mouth organ made from driedgourd and bamboo pipes. Sape (a traditionalguitar)is a very important musical instrument inSarawakian traditional music. This musicalinstrument renders the beat for the datun juluddance and is often accompanied by singing andclapping of hands.

Homestay villages offer a variety of activities togive an insight into the colourful Malaysianculture. Enjoy the cultural performances andtake home wonderful memories.


Village PastimesJoin the locals and indulge in various village pastimes, ranging from enjoyable indoorgames to exciting outdoor activities. Try flying wau or the giant kite and watch howvillagers make gasing, or the Malay top, spin for hours! Malaysian villages offer anabundance of activities to keep visitors occupied and entertained.

Congkak Congkak is one of the most popular indoorgames. A game for two players, congkak mayseem easy at first but it can get quite tricky! Thegame is played on an elongated wooden boardwith two rows of holes carved into it. Marblesor seeds are used as tokens and theobjective is to collect the most number oftokens. The local children would only be toohappy to teach a curious visitor the rules of thisaddictive game.

Gasing Gasing or top-spinning is another interestingpastime. The gasing is carved out of tropicalhardwood into a disc, with a metal spikerunning through its apex. A gasing is huge(sometimes as big as a dinner plate) and canreach up to 7 kg in weight. The cord, made ofrope, is neatly wrapped around the top ofthe gasing. It is launched with great forceonto a landing pad and then immediatelyscooped up with a thin wooden bat andtransferred to a metal receptacle. Join thespinners as they gather around to determinewhich top spins the longest.

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Sepak Raga Sports enthusiasts must try the sepak raga,a traditional ball game. Players from two teamsstand in a circle and try to keep the rattan ballaloft as long as possible. The challenge is,players are allowed to use any part of their body,except their hands! The village youths will beglad to teach a trick or two to interestedhomestay participants.

Wau (Giant kites) Malaysia is renowned for its colourful giant kitescalled wau. Maginficent in size and design, thewau is testament to the artistic skills that coastalvillagers possess. Homestay villages situated inthe east coast states of Kelantan andTerengganu are good locations to watchthis game.

These are but a few of the interestingtraditional pastimes that await visitors. Excitingand enjoyable, these games provide anexcellent opportunity for visitors to bond withtheir host families and develop lastingrelationships.

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Arts and Crafts Malaysia has a wealth of traditional arts and crafts. Many villagers are skilled artisans,and they dedicate a great deal of time and effort towards creating these exquisite pieces.Handicrafts can be made of fabric, wood, bamboo and many more. They make excellentsouvenirs.

In a homestay vil lage, visitors can watchhow the intricate Malaysian crafts are made.Various techniques are demonstrated andvisitors are always encouraged to try their handat creating their own souvenirs.

Batik Malaysian batik is a world-renowned fabric.Batik is traditionally worn as sarongs by thosestaying in rural areas. With its attractive coloursand beautiful designs, batik is making its

presence felt on the international fashion scene.It is used by designers to create trendyapparels. Batik is also creatively used tomake table mats, pareos, scarves and homedecorative items. It is said that some of the bestbatik pieces still come from the cottageindustries, found in rural areas and kampungs.Visitors will have the chance to watch how thebatik is made, using either hand-painted orblock motifs and coloured using dye and wax.

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Pandanus Mat Found in most Malaysian villages, the pandanusmat or tikar mengkuang occupies a centrallocation in the home. It is usually placed in theliving room or the dining area and it is where thefamily gets together for meals.

These beautifully woven mats are made frommengkuang leaves. The leaves are stripped ofthorns and split into equal-sized strands. Theyare then soaked, dried and dyed before they areready to be woven into various items, such asfloor mats, table mats and even baskets. Tryyour hand at weaving them under thesupervision of local experts.

Woodcarving Homestays provide an ideal platform to watchhow the local folk passionately turn a piece ofwood into marvellous objets d’art. Malaysianwood crafts bear intricate motifs and beautifuldesigns. As a tropical country, Malaysia haslong been a source of wood crafts. In fact, mosttraditional Malay homes are built with hardwoodand boast elaborate decorative panels andcarvings. Woodcarvings can also be found onmany objects, such as the handle ofa keris (a Malay dagger), wall hangings,mirror frames and many more. Don’t miss achance to watch how the master craftsmencreate superb designs.

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Beads The states of Sabah and Sarawak have longbeen associated with products made of beads.In Sabah, the Rungus people are known fortheir distinct and elaborate beadedaccessories, ranging from necklaces, earrings,belts and bangles. In Sarawak, beads make upan essential part of the locals’ heritage.Colourful and beautiful, the beads are highlypopular as souvenir items.

During a stay in the homestay villages,visitors can learn how the local crafts aremade, or even take home some of theremarkable craft items as mementos of theirholiday.

Pottery Earthenware, pottery and ceramics arecommonly found in the states of Perak andSarawak. Perak is known for its labu sayong, adistinctly shaped clay vessel. It is traditionallyused as a water receptacle. The water that hasbeen stored in a labu sayong is said to be verycool and greatly refreshing. Some homestayvillages in Perak offer a chance for visitors towatch how the labu sayong is made.

Sarawak pottery is known throughout theregion. Boasting intr icate designs andtradit ional craftsmanship, Sarawak potteryhas a distinct and exotic look.

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Agro Visits Enjoy the rustic charm and simple delights of rural living. A world away from the hectic citylife, Malaysian villages offer the chance to go back to basics and experience the interestingactivities that are rarely seen in urban areas.

Agriculture is an important part of rural living.In many villages, agriculture is the mainstay ofthe economy and many Malaysians are stillactively involved in this sector. The agriculturalindustry is sustained by crops like corn, soyabean, cocoa, rubber and oil palm. Experiencefirst-hand what it is like to tap a rubber tree,

harvest paddy, or pluck clusters of oil palmfruits.

Malaysia has a great variety of tropical fruits.Some are seasonal while others are availablethroughout the year. Most homestay villages arefringed by tropical fruit trees and a visit is not


complete without tasting these delicious fruits.Don’t miss a chance to savour durian, dubbedthe ‘king of fruits’. For the uninitiated, the durianis a thorny fruit with a delicious creamy flesh. Itis the fruit’s distinct aroma, however, that makesit highly controversial!

The ‘queen of fruits’ is mangosteen, popular forits sweet, juicy white flesh. Other local fruitsinclude rambutan, watermelon, banana, mango,dragonfruit, pineapple, jackfruit, star fruit, cikuand many more. The Pelegong Homestay inNegeri Sembilan and Bukit Gantang Homestayin Perak are especially famous for theabundance of tropical fruits.

Visitors to Perlis should not miss a trip to theKampung Ujong Bukit Homestay, where visitsto grape and mango plantations are among thepopular agrotourism activities. Famed for thesucculent Harumanis mango, Perlis is also oneof the few states in Malaysia where grapes aregrown on a large scale.

Rice farming is a principle economic activity inthe northern states of Perlis and Kedah. Here,rustic views of paddy fields dominate thelandscape. Visitors to the Jeruju Homestay inKedah and Sungai Sireh Homestay inSelangor will get a chance to visit a paddy fieldand learn how Malaysia’s staple food isproduced.

Visits to vegetable farms and plantations arealso a highly popular activity. Visitors to Pahangcan enjoy a stay at the Desa Murni Homestay.Amidst the tranquil setting, visitors canexperience traditional farming and agriculture.Join your host family to visit a leech-breeding siteand learn about its medicinal properties. Visitorscan also learn about fish breeding. Visitors toKampung Medang Homestay, also in the stateof Pahang, can watch how gula kabung(a type of palm sugar), coconut jelly andtraditional noodles are made. The village is alsoknown for its production of the salak fruit.Commonly known as the ‘snake-skinned’ fruit,salak has a scaly brown skin with a sweet andcrunchy pulp.

Rubber tapping and latex processing are animportant source of income for people who livein the rural areas. In fact, the country is the thirdlargest producer of natural rubber in the world.Try your hand at rubber tapping and watch howlatex is processed into rubber sheets at theMengkuang Titi Homestay in Penang.

Fish farming is another popular activity inmany villages. Make a trip to the BukitGantang Homestay in Perak and feed thefishes while you learn about freshwater fishmanagement.

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Visitors who are keen on experiencing the life offisher folk can head to the Pantai SuriHomestay in Kelantan. Tucked away on asmall island, the homestay offers theadventure of l iving amidst a fishingcommunity and joining in their dai lyactivities. The Patau Patau 2 Water Village inLabuan offers another unique experience,where visitors can try feeding fishes orangling right from their doorstep! Anotherattraction in Labuan is the Bukit KudaHomestay, where the villagers are known as‘modern farmers’. Equipped with moderntechnology, they produce a special noodlecalled lidi noodles as well as virgin coconut oilwhich is widely known for its health benefits.

A variety of agricultural activities can beenjoyed in Malaysian villages. Prepare to beimmersed in rustic lifestyle, and enjoyexperiences that are rare and unique.

Plant a Tree (PAT) ProgrammeVisitors with interest in environmental issueswould find the Ministry’s Plant a Tree (PAT)programme to be a worthwhile and highlyrewarding effort. This programme, under the‘1Malaysia Green & Clean’ (1MG1MC)campaign, encourages tree-planting inhomestays and other places of interest as partof its initiative to promote environmentalawareness and conservation.

Homestay visitors can purchase saplings at thenurseries and plant them during their stay.Visitors can come back to see for themselvesthe development of the tree that they hadplanted. Although miles away from home, thetree would be the visitor’s legacy to the villageand the environment. Plant A Tree (PAT)programme is available in all homestay villagesthat are registered with the Ministry of Tourismand Culture.

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Enjoyingthe Outdoors Malaysia’s lush nature provides the ideal setting for exciting outdoor activities. Manykampungs are nestled against the tropical rainforest. Enjoy a bath at the nearby stream, trekinto the jungle or explore a mountain trail. The natural beauty and diverse flora and faunamake a visit to these rural areas truly enjoyable.

Outdoor-enthusiasts will find a range of eco-adventures located near to the homestayvillages. You can go jungle trekking, caving,mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, rivercruising, white water rafting… the possibilitiesare endless!

Attractions that are near to the homestayvillages can be explored on foot, while aleisurely bicycle ride will take visitors to otheridyllic spots that are situated further away. Insome villages, a ride on a boat or traditionalsampan is also possible.

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One of Malaysia’s most unique and treasurednatural marvels is Mount Kinabalu in Sabah. It isthe centre piece of Kinabalu Park, Malaysia’sfirst UNESCO World Heritage Site. Interestingly,a homestay experience provides the perfectopportunity to take in the beauty of this majesticmountain. Situated just 10 minutes from theKinabalu Park is the Walai Tokou Homestay.During a holiday in Sabah, visitors can alsomake a trip to the Miso Walai Homestay, toenjoy outdoor activities such as birdwatching,forest walks and even a visit to an ancient burialsite.

The neighbouring state of Sarawak is anotherparadise for eco-adventures with ancient caves,jungle-clad mountains, rivers and national

parks. A homestay experience here gives anopportunity to appreciate nature while enjoyingthe cultures of the ethnic communities. Visitorscan savour the interesting experience of living ina traditional Bidayuh longhouse at Darul IslamHomestay (the only Muslim Bidayuh homestay)or visit the Kampung Benuk Homestay. Trekinto the rainforest from these villages to view thesmall animals and a wide assemblage of plants.

The Santubong peninsula, situated about 35minutes drive from Sarawak’s capital city ofKuching, is the site of many attractions. Visitorsto the Santubong Homestay will get a chanceto go on a river cruise to watch the rareIrrawaddy dolphins.

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Aside from watching the marine life and coastalmangrove inhabitants, river cruises are amarvellous way to take in the dense foliage andbreathtaking vistas of Malaysia’s hinterland.From the Renok Baru Homestay village inKelantan, visitors can arrange a boating tripalong the Nenggiri River. Traverse riverinehomes, aboriginal settlements and pre-historic caves along the way. In the same state,Bukit Jering Homestay lies close to naturalattractions such as the Stong State Parkand Jelawang Waterfalls. From the Pasir RajaHomestay in Terengganu, visitors can trek toview the spectacular Cemerong Waterfalls.

Nestled in a 130-million year old jungle, theCemerong Waterfalls has four cascadingrapids, the highest of which falls 600 m. TheD’Ketapang Homestay in the same stateprovides squid jigging trips (at certain times ofthe year) as well as visits to Pulau Duyong, thecentre for Malaysia’s traditional boat building.For the extraordinary experience of bathingelephants, visitors can head to the KualaGandah National Elephant Conservation Centrein Pahang. It is not too far from the Desa MurniHomestay.

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Equestrian activities enjoy a good followingin Malaysia. Visitors to the Kampung UjongBukit Homestay in Perlis can plan a trip to thenearby Perlis Equestrian Training Centre for anunforgettable adventure with horses.

After an exciting time at the rainforest, howabout a therapeutic, relaxing trip to a natural hotspring? Visitors to the Sungai Klah Homestayin Perak can enjoy this and much more. TheKlah Hot Springs Recreational Park is situatednear to this homestay village. Further away, theSungkai Wildlife Reserve is the place to spotanimals in their natural habitat. Visitors can also

trek to a waterfall and watch the sewang dancepresented by the indigenous people. In Kedah,lies another natural hot springs called UluLegong. Trips to the hot springs can bearranged from the nearby Ulu Legong KEDAHomestay.

Many more exciting outdoor activities awaitnature enthusiasts. Make the jungle yourplayground to discover the variety of tropicalplants and animals.


AuthenticLocal Delights

Enjoying meals with a host family will be aninteresting and pleasant experience. In mosthomes, village folk have their meals while beingseated on a mat, laid out on the floor. Beadventurous and try eating using your fingers.Meal times are important as members of thefamily gather to enjoy their food. As a close-knitsociety, it is a normal practice for the villagers toget together to prepare the meals.

Visitors will find an array of lip-smacking food,served during breakfast, lunch, teatime, dinnerand even supper! A typical breakfast willcomprise of nasi lemak, or fragrant rice servedwith hard-boiled egg, stir-fried water

Tempt your palate with a variety of authentic Malaysian tastes and flavours. Simple yetscrumptious, the dishes of the rural folk are often made with garden vegetables and freshlocal produce. Try your hand at making some of the local delicacies and surprise friendsand family back home with your newly acquired culinary skills!

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convolvulus (locally known as kangkung),roasted groundnuts, fried chicken, a spicyanchovy sauce and crisp slices of cucumber.

For lunch, the main meal usually comprises ofrice, served with meat and vegetable sidedishes. Fresh or blanched local greens knownas ulam are popular accompaniments. Akin tosalad, ulam is usually eaten with a dip.

Aside from the main meals, visitors will probablyhear the word kuih mentioned many timesthroughout their stay. Kuih refers to anassortment of cakes, snacks or dumplings,ranging from both sweet to savoury. The

delicious taste and interesting variety of shapes,sizes and colours make the Malay kuih asatisfying delight at any time of the day.

One of the most popular teatime snacks is thegoreng pisang, or banana fritters. The crispybatter, combined with the soft, sweet taste ofthe banana will make goreng pisang an instantfavourite! Aside from the ubiquitous bananafritters, visitors can enjoy a variety of teatimeentrées such as tapioca fritters, sweet potatofritters and prawn fritters. And as for dessert,what can be more appealing than anassortment of freshly sliced tropical fruits!

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The products of cottage industries also makeexcellent snacks. In the east coast states such asPahang, Terengganu and Kelantan, village folk gettogether to prepare the keropok lekor, ortraditional fish cracker. Another popular productof a cottage industry is the dodol (a sticky softcake similar to a toffee). Several volunteers taketurns to keep stirring the ingredients in a hugewok, up to four or five hours until it reaches theright consistency.

In the states of Sabah and Sarawak, a homestayexperience enables visitors to try the lip-smackingfare of the ethnic communities. Tempt your palate

with ambuyat, a thick gluey porridge made ofsago, tapioca or rice. Visitors can also savour thedelectable Sarawak layer cake. Try having the ricewine as a welcome drink, or have some paku dita,a local drink made from tree bark.

To enhance your experience, visitors arewelcomed to participate in the food preparation.The local womenfolk are happy and proud toshare the recipes that have been handed downby their mothers and grandmothers.

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StudentProgrammes Students are welcome to participate in a homestay programme. Studentsfrom different countries and backgrounds can interact and have anenjoyable time while they learn about Malaysian culture.

Foreign students who come to Malaysia for ahomestay programme will find a range ofinteresting activities. Interact with local studentsor participate in social functions for a betterunderstanding of the local culture and lifestyle.

Malaysian students will be happy to stage apresentation, with performances such as silat,kompang or traditional dances. Foreign students

can reciprocate with a cultural performance thatfeatures the costumes and music of their owncountries.

By working together, homestay participants andhost families can foster a good relationship thattranscends geographical borders and cultures.

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Arrive at yourselected kampungand be greetedby the localrepresentative,who will give youa briefing onwhat to expect.You will be introduced to your fosterfamily, the people whom you will be livingwith during your visit.

After unpacking, enjoy your first localkampung meal with your host family andget to know a little about them.

Later, take a tour of your kampung eitheron foot or on a bicycle.

In the evening, join the boys for a gameof sepak takraw or chat with your hosts.

Take a bath, kampung-style, using abucket and dipper. Then get ready fora hearty traditional meal. After dinner,stroll to the local community hall towatch a cultural performance.

Wake up to the crowing of cockerels and after aquick bath, proceed for breakfast, which might bethe popular nasi lemak. This is followed by a schoolvisit, which involves a tour and some activities.Lunch is served back in your host’s home afterwhich additional activities may also be organised.

Follow a farmer out to the plantation to try your hand at tapping a rubber tree orwatch how the kampung folk process agricultural produce such as paddy or cocoa.

Try batik-making with the help of village women. Create a colourful masterpieceof your own to take home.

Sit down and relax while playing a game of congkak, or trek through the rainforestand make your way to a waterfall.

Once the sun sets, settle down to a sumptuous family dinner and enjoy moretraditional delights. After that, you may want to participate in a mock traditionalwedding, which is highly recommended.

After having breakfast, bid farewell to your hostfamily. You will return home with fond memories ofan amazing cultural and social experience. All thesefrom a small kampung in Malaysia.

Note: This is a sample itinerary. Actual activities may differdepending on the location, price and duration of stay.

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Day 2

MENGKUANG TITI HOMESTAY, PENANG3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1• Welcoming ceremony / Free & Easy• Tour village, visit traditional houses and watch / participate in the

daily activities of villagers• Visit cottage industries and observe the making of kuih bahulu

(Malaysian muffins), bedak sejuk (face powder) and soya bean products

Day 2• Learn how to weave mengkuang mats• Take part in traditional dance / musical performances• Learn how to make traditional / local delicacies• Visit a rubber plantation

Day 3• Plant a tree (PAT)• Watch / participate in local games and pastimes such as congkak,

sepak takraw and gasing

HOMESTAY PARIT BUGIS, JOHOR3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1 • Welcoming ceremony • Free & Easy • Participate / watch cultural performances

Day 2 • Telematch games• Visit plantations (pineapple / tuber / oil palm) • Visit cottage industries• Free & Easy

Day 3• Art workshop

MISOMPURU HOMESTAY, SABAH3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1 • Welcoming ceremony • Gather food items from forest / farm• Visit a honey bee farm and watch live demonstrations• Participate in farming activities such as rubber tapping • Visit paddy fields and fruit orchards• Attend storytelling session• Learn how to make traditional cloth and bead products as well as

play traditional games Day 2• Trek through the mangrove forest for activities such as crab-

catching and shell-gathering• Sample fresh coconut drink• Visit Tindakon Dazang Beach and go swimming, snorkelling,

fishing, boating / kayaking or simply enjoy the sunset• Visit the traditional Rungus long house and Tindakon Dazang • Go for a mangrove river cruise Day 3 • Visit the “Tip of Borneo”• Visit a gong-making centre

Day 1

Sample Itinerary

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MENGKUANG TITI HOMESTAY, PENANG3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1• Welcoming ceremony / Free & Easy• Tour village, visit traditional houses and watch / participate in the

daily activities of villagers• Visit cottage industries and observe the making of kuih bahulu

(Malaysian muffins), bedak sejuk (face powder) and soya bean products

Day 2• Learn how to weave mengkuang mats• Take part in traditional dance / musical performances• Learn how to make traditional / local delicacies• Visit a rubber plantation

Day 3• Plant a tree (PAT)• Watch / participate in local games and pastimes such as congkak,

sepak takraw and gasing

HOMESTAY PARIT BUGIS, JOHOR3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1 • Welcoming ceremony • Free & Easy • Participate / watch cultural performances

Day 2 • Telematch games• Visit plantations (pineapple / tuber / oil palm) • Visit cottage industries• Free & Easy

Day 3• Art workshop

MISOMPURU HOMESTAY, SABAH3 Days / 2 NightsDay 1 • Welcoming ceremony • Gather food items from forest / farm• Visit a honey bee farm and watch live demonstrations• Participate in farming activities such as rubber tapping • Visit paddy fields and fruit orchards• Attend storytelling session• Learn how to make traditional cloth and bead products as well as

play traditional games Day 2• Trek through the mangrove forest for activities such as crab-

catching and shell-gathering• Sample fresh coconut drink• Visit Tindakon Dazang Beach and go swimming, snorkelling,

fishing, boating / kayaking or simply enjoy the sunset• Visit the traditional Rungus long house and Tindakon Dazang • Go for a mangrove river cruise Day 3 • Visit the “Tip of Borneo”• Visit a gong-making centre

ExperienceMalaysianHomestay by Rail Enjoy the scenic sights of the countryside in a train!To add more adventure to their homestay experience,visitors can travel by train and take in the charmingviews without the hassle of a road trip. To providevisitors with this delightful experience, theMinistry -has come up with rail tourism packages incollaboration with Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad orMalaysia Railway.

Combining two unique experiences in one, theseattractive packages take visitors on a leisurely trainride to various parts of Peninsular Malaysia for a tasteof authentic rural life.

Visitors can choose from 3 Day 2 Night packages(3D/2N) or 4 Days 2 Nights (4D/2N) packages. Pricesrange from RM345 to RM535 (SGD215 to SGD435).

Keretapi Tanah Melayu or KTM’s comfortablecoaches offer the following facilities:

• Train ride with bunk beds (for long distances) • Dinner, lunch or breakfast depending on the duration and distance

• Entertainment coach for a group of 40 pax or more,including karaoke facilities

• Full range of homestay experience

There are 21 selected homestays that participate inthis programme, geographically located in the WestCoast or East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.Departures are from either Kuala Lumpur orSingapore, depending on the location of the village.

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WhatThey Say

Dear Uncle Said,

How are you? I am very sorry that I did not

write sooner. I deeply appreciate the

kindness that you and your family showed

while I stayed with you. I will never forget

my visit to your kampung and really

enjoyed staying with all of you.

I like Malaysia very much. Now I am

studying Bahasa Malaysia and it is quite

interesting.

I want to speak Bahasa Malaysia and visit

Malaysia again after I finish my studies.

Thank you for everything. Good bye.

Mariko

Dear family,

Thank you for the generous hospitality givento me while I was with you. It was a greatpleasure to have known all of you and I missthe friendly, close-knit atmosphere. I reallylearnt so many new things while staying inyour village. I keep the photographs of theexciting activities that I took part in andshow it off to all my friends.

Hope to keep in touch with you always.

Yoshihiko Kojima

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Useful Phrases ENGLISH BAHASA MELAYUBreakfast Sarapan pagi Lunch Makan tengahari Teatime Minum petang Dinner Makan malam Hungry Lapar Thirsty Dahaga I’m full Saya kenyang Tasty Sedap Pedas Hot / spicy Food Makanan Sweet Manis Salty Masin Vegetables Sayur-sayuranFruits Buah-buahan Beef Daging lembuChicken Ayam Fish Ikan Prawn Udang Crab Ketam

Bread Roti Egg Telur Coffee Kopi Tea Teh Juice Jus Water Air Salt GaramHot PanasCold Sejuk

Sleep Tidur Sleepy Mengantuk Ill/sick Sakit Doctor Doktor Hospital Hospital Clinic Klinik

Open Buka Close TutupFan Kipas Light Lampu Dark Gelap Bright Cerah Window Tingkap Door Pintu

ENGLISH BAHASA MELAYUStore / shop Kedai Restaurant Restoran Mosque Masjid Room BilikToilet Tandas Street Jalan Mountain Gunung Bukit Hill Valley Lembah Sea LautLake Tasik River Sungai Tree PokokBridge Jambatan

Book BukuMagazine MajalahGame Permainan

Telephone Telefon Letter Surat Stamp Stem

Day Hari Week Minggu Year Tahun

Sunday Ahad Monday Isnin Tuesday Selasa Wednesday Rabu Thursday Khamis Friday Jumaat Saturday Sabtu

One Satu Two Dua Three Tiga Four EmpatFive Lima Six Enam Seven Tujuh Eight Lapan Nine Sembilan Ten Sepuluh

ENGLISH BAHASA MELAYUHello Helo Welcome Selamat datang How are you Apa khabar?Good morning Selamat pagi Good afternoon Selamat tengahari Good evening Selamat petang Good night Selamat malam

See you again Jumpa lagi Yes Ya No Tidak / tak Thank you Terima kasih You are welcome Sama-sama Please Tolong / sila Excuse me Maafkan saya I Saya We Kami You Anda / awak / kamu They Mereka Wife Isteri Husband Suami Children Anak-anakDaughter Anak perempuanSon Anak lelaki Mother Ibu / emak Father Bapa / ayah / abah Friend Kawan What is your name? Siapa nama?How are you? Apa khabar?I am fine Saya sihat Where? Di mana?What time is it? Pukul berapa sekarang? How much does this cost? Berapa harga? What is this? Apa ini? Beautiful Cantik

Train Keretapi / tren Bus Bas Bicycle Basikal Taxi Teksi Airport Lapangan terbang Railway station Stesen keretapi Bus station Stesen bas Taxi station Stesen teksi

Depart Bertolak / pergi / berlepas Arrive Tiba Near Dekat Far Jauh

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• The villages that offer homestay programmes are registeredunder the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia. Thesevillages must adhere to the guidelines set by the Ministry.

• The houses are a mix of traditional and semi-modern, which means that some are built entirely of wood while others are built with a mixture of bricks and wood. In addition, there are also houses that are raised on stilts.

• Basic necessities such as electricity and running water areavailable.

• Throughout their stay, visitors can be assured of having their own rooms.

• Bathroom and toilet facilities are shared with the rest of thehousehold.

• Some homes provide modest facilities. Visitors are advisedto have realistic expectations and an open mind in order tomake the best of their homestay visit.

• Villages that are close to large towns may be more urbanised and have a range of modern amenities.

• Most villages are well-connected by roads and have good transportation facilities.

• Shoes must always be removed before entering a home.

• Villagers eat with their fingers, and visitors can do the same.

• The right hand is always used when eating with one’s fingers or when giving and receiving objects.

• To point at something, try to use the thumb, with the four fingers folded under. It is considered impolite to point with the index finger.

• It is polite to inform members of the host family before goingout.

• In Peninsular Malaysia, homestay operators are usually Muslims. Members of the host family speak the local language, Bahasa Malaysia, and a fair amount of English.

• For religious reasons, Muslims do not consume pork and alcohol. Visitors are advised to refrain from bringing these items into the Muslim household.

• In Sabah and Sarawak, families that operate homestay programmes profess various faiths such as Islam, Christianity or even animism. They speak Bahasa Malaysia,English and the local dialects.

• In Sabah and Sarawak, animism is an integral part of the rural lifestyle. Visitors are advised to take local sensitivities into consideration.

• In villages, it is a norm for ladies to dress conservatively andwear clothes that fully cover their bodies. While visitors arenot expected to do the same, they are encouraged to dressmodestly.

• Malaysians, especially village folk, are respectful of their elders. Courteous and polite visitors will leave a very goodimpression of themselves and their countries.

• In Sabah and Sarawak, some homestay visits begin with awelcome drink in the form of rice wine. Visitors who don’t drink can politely decline and the host family will understand and respect it.

• Visitors can discuss further with their tour operators to know more about a homestay visit.

The description below gives visitors an idea of what to expect during a homestayprogramme, in order to enjoy a smooth and comfortable stay at the villages.

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Useful Contact Numbers

PERLIS Homestay Kampung Ujong Bukit01000 Kangar, Perlis Mr. Halim Bin JalibH/P: 012-425 2491Website: www.homestaybintong.com

Homestay Kampung Paya Guring02600 Arau, Perlis Mr. Romle Bin Hj. HassanH/P: 019-548 8519E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Felda Mata AyerNo. 205, Blok 12, Lorong 1,Jalan Anggerik, Felda Mata Ayer02100 Padang Besar, PerlisMr. Omar Bin BakarH/P: 019-541 5339

KEDAHHomestay Kampung JerujuPertubuhan Peladang Semangat BaruMADA F II Jerlun, 06150 Ayer Hitam, KedahMr. Rosli bin AhmadTel: 04-794 0263Fax: 04-794 7372

Homestay Kampung RelauBandar Baharu, KulimPersatuan Homestay RelauLot 1064, Sri Impian, Relau, KedahMr. Abdul Razak Abdul HamidTel: 04-582 5858H/P: 013-435 1520Fax: 04-582 4858Website: www.homestayrelau.cjb.net

Homestay Kampung RagaNo 409F Kampung Raga, 06900 Yan, KedahMr. Ahmad FisalH/P: 019-419 2829

Homestay Kampung Sungai BadakKampung Sungai Badak, 08300 Gurun, KedahMr. Said Bin BakarH/P: 012-539 6833Tel: 04-421 1027

Homestay D’BelimbingPejabat Kawasan Bukit TampoiKm 27, Jalan Kuala Nerang, 06300 Kuala Nerang, KedahMr. Samsudin Bin IdrisTel: 04-786 6276H/P: 019-420 3421Fax: 04-786 0414E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Keda Lahar Tunjung (Pendang)06760 Alor Setar, KedahMr. Abd. Wahab Bin AyobH/P: 013-424 6049Mr. Ani Bin AbdullahH/P: 013-413 3030Fax: 04-759 7311

Homestay Pulau Pisang, Kubang Pasu06000 Jitra, KedahMr. Norhizan Bin Abd. GhaniH/P: 012-534 2380

Homestay Pantai Jamai06500 Langgar, Alor SetarKedahMr. Mat Lazim Bin Mat IsaH/P: 019-475 8500Fax: 04-733 4377E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Wang Tok Rendong, LangkawiNo.102 Perumahan KEDA Wang Tok RendongJalan Air Hangat, 07000 Kuah, Langkawi, KedahMr. Abdul Razak SaadTel: 04-966 4102H/P: 016-461 1146E-mail: [email protected]. Mokhtar Bin ShabudinH/P: 012-520 6132

Homestay Pulau Tuba, LangkawiPersatuan Nelayan Kawasan LangkawiKompleks LKIMPenarak, Kuah, 07000 Langkawi, KedahMr. Nordin Bin Othman / Mr. Shahrudin Bin MuhammadH/P: 017-418 9030 (Mr. Nordin Bin Othman)Tel: 04-966 6102Fax: 04-967 1058

Homestay Kg Sungai Itau, LangkawiPengerusi Homestay Kampung Sungai ItauBt 9 ¼ , Kampung Sungai Itau, Air Hangat07000 Langkawi, KedahMr. Maton Bin MahmudH/P: 019-477 1025

Homestay Kampung Bukit Tangga, LangkawiPengerusi Homestay Kg Bukit TanggaLot 10, Kampung Bukit Tangga, 07000 Langkawi, KedahMr. Saad Bin LongTel: 04-955 4937H/P: 017-401 7110

Homestay Padang Lalang, LangkawiNo.36 Kg. Padang LalangMukim Ayer Hangat, 07000 Langkawi, KedahMr. Abdul Jamil bin AliTel: 012-476 3525Fax: 04-959 1057

Homestay Selat Bagan Nyior, LangkawiKampung Selat Bagan Nyior Pulau Dayang Bunting, Mukim Kuah 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Ms. Barakutunishah Binti K Karim Tel: 012-584 6157

PENANGHomestay Teluk BahangNo. 12, Mk. 1, Lot 11Jalan Hassan Abbas, Teluk Bahang10150 Balik Pulau, PenangPuan Nilam Binti IsmailH/P : 012-583 1710Mr. AzizH/P: 019-412 4729E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Sungai Semilang / Juru2254, Sungai Semilang Juru14000 Bukit Mertajam, PenangMr. Shamsuddin Bin Ahmad H/P: 019-427 9860Fax: 04-568 2917

Homestay Jalan Baru 349 Mk. D, Jalan Penang, 11000 Balik Pulau, PenangMr. Hj. Zainol Bin Hj. AhmadH/P: 016-461 8553

Homestay Pulau Betong49, Mk. 1, Jalan Pulau Betong, 11020 Balik Pulau, PenangMr. Hj. Hassim Bin Md RashidH/P: 012-493 9770

Homestay Sungai ChenaamLot 299, Sungai Chenaam, 14320 Nibong Tebal, PenangMr. Sadri Bin Hj. Asri H/P: 012-509 4368E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Sungai SetarD/A 1495 Sungai Setar Besar14310 Nibong Tebal, PenangMs. Che Rashidah Binti Md RadziH/P: 013-489 5636E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Sungai Duri1240, Kampung Hilir Sungai Duri14200 Sg. Jawi, Seberang Perai Selatan, PenangMr. Hj. Abdul Rahman Bin Desa (Chairman)H/P: 012-452 9084Tel: 04-582 3201E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Mengkuang TitiMo. 679, Mk. 19, Mengkuang Titi14000 Bukit Mertajam, Seberang Perai, PenangMr. Rohaizat Bin Hj. Othman H/P: 019-412 7095Tel: 04-399 7589E-mail : [email protected]

Homestay Pulau Aman145, Pulau Aman, 14100 Simpang Ampat Seberang Perai Selatan, PenangMs. Mahani Binti AbdulH/P: 013-459 0330Mr. Amir Izzat Bin Mat KassimH/P: 019-449 4252

PERAKHomestay Bukit GantangPejabat Penyelaras HomestayJalan Kuala Kangsar, 34850 Changkat Jering, PerakMr. Ghasali Bin Haji Mohd YunusTel: 012-484 2742Fax: 05-855 3177 / 05-855 1311

Homestay Felda Sungai KlahPejabat Felda Sg. Klah, 35600 Sungkai, PerakMs. Sa’adiah Binti MohamadTel: 05-438 6515H/P: 013-590 7698Fax: 05-438 8337

Homestay Bagan DatohNo.7, Gerai MPTI Pekan Selekoh, PerakMr. Mohd Saed Bin Mohd HamzahH/P: 019-549 9777 Fax: 05-648 0757E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay SelamaKoperasi Pekebun Kecil (RISDA) Daerah Selama34100 Selama, PerakMr. Ismazul Izwan Bin IshakH/P: 019-508 2461

Homestay GopengLeisure & Bio-D RecreationTingkat 2, Wisma Wan MohamedJalan Penglima Bukit Gantang Wahab30000 Ipoh, PerakMr. Azuan Bin Md. NasirH/P: 017-506 4783Fax: 05-477 5145

Homestay Kampung BengPejabat Daerah dan Tanah Lenggong33400 Lenggong, PerakMr. Mohd Alias Bin Mohd ArshadH/P: 016-565 4303Fax: 05-767 7102

Homestay Kampung Pendiat d/a Lot 5056 Batu 7¾ Kg. Pendiat , Bota Kanan, 32600 Bota, PerakMs. Mariam Binti IshakH/P: 017-579 6251

Visit http://go2homestay.com or download the go2homestay smartphoneapplication for iPhone and Blackberry

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Homestay Maju Manikd/a No.151 Lot 632Parit 12A, Sungai Manik, 36000 Teluk Intan, PerakMr. Ahmad Bin IsmailH/P: 012-591 7771

SELANGORHomestay Sg. Hj. Dorani, Sabak BernamPusat Homestay Parit SatuSungai Haji Dorani, Sungai Besar45300 Sabak Bernam, SelangorMr. Abdul Rahman DaudH/P: 013-607 7025Tel / Fax: 03-3241 0846Website: http://doranihomestay.blogspot.com/

Homestay Air Manis, Sabak BernamNo. 30 Jalan Haji MansorBatu 37 Darat, 45300 Sabak Bernam SelangorMr. Subani Bin Hj. MarzukiTel / Fax: 03-3216 1696H/P: 016-689 5763E-mail: [email protected]: http://homestayairmanis.blogspot.com

Homestay Batu 23Sg. Nibong, Sabak Bernamd/a Pejabat Daerah / Tanah Sabak Bernam45300 Sungai Besar, Sabak Bernam, SelangorMr. Haji Yusof Bin SiratTel: 016-676 8671Website: http://homestaysgnibong.blogspot.com

Homestay Papitusulem, Sabak BernamBalairaya Parit Tujuh Baroh Sungai Leman45400 Sekinchan, Sabak Bernam, SelangorMr. Zainurin Bin JubinH/P: 017-271 2260 / 012-275 4229Website: http://papitusulemhomestay.yolasite.com

Homestay Sepintas, Sabak BernamBatu 4, 45200 Sepintas, Sabak Bernam, SelangorMr. Haji Kamsani BahrunH/P: 013-305 9154

Homestay Seri Kayangan, Sabak BernamLot 160, Kg. Tebuk BaruBagan Terap, 45300 Sungai BesarSabak Bernam, SelangorMr. Masnan Bin PardiH/P: 016-290 3078Fax: 03-3216 5537

Homestay Banghuris, SepangKampung Hulu Chuchuh43950 Sungai Pelek, Sepang, Selangor Mr. Hj Basir Bin WagimanH/P: 012-662 8548Fax: 03-3142 1010E-mail : [email protected]

Homestay Sungai Sireh, Kuala SelangorKampung PT, 1, Sungai Sireh45500 Tanjung Karang, Kuala SelangorMr. Abu Bakar Bin MoinH/P: 019-346 7372Fax: 03-3269 2400

Homestay Sungai TengiPejabat JKKK Desa Maju Sungai Tengi44010 Kuala Kubu Bharu, SelangorMr. Mohd Stap Bin OsmanTel: 019-543 1816Fax: 03-6042 1291

Homestay Bougainville / Sungai Kertas, Gombak No. 78, Jalan KSK 4Kampung Sungai Kertas68100 Batu Caves, Gombak, SelangorMr. Hj. Ruslan Bin AhmadH/P: 016-392 0439Fax: 03-6184 1358

Homestay Kampung EndahPSK 11, Jalan SekolahKampung Endah, 42700 Banting, Selangor Mr. Ramlan Bin Hj. MisnanH/P: 013-645 6489Fax: 03-3198 2312

Homestay Kampung Kanchong DaratBatu 23, Jalan AmanKanchong Darat, Kuala Langat42700 Banting, SelangorMr. Hj. Yakob Bin AdniTel: 03-3180 1401H/P: 013-329 2477Fax: 03-3180 1401

Homestay Sungai Lang TengahPusat Pentadbiran Sungai Lang TengahJalan Sungai Lang42700 Banting, Kuala Langat, SelangorMr. Haji Silim Bin DasmanH/P: 013-260 7097Fax: 03-3187 1676

Homestay Kampung KundangKampung KundangPejabat Pos Tanjung Sepat42800 Kuala Langat, SelangorMr. Arman Bin SaemanH/P: 019-643 1816

Homestay Batu Laut, Kuala LangatNo 1, Jalan Sekolah, Kampung Batu Laut42800 Tanjung Sepat, Kuala Langat, SelangorMr. Zaidi Bin HanifH/P: 019-619 9394Fax: 03-3148 1016

MELAKAHomestay Seri TanjungLorong 1, Kampung Seri TanjungMasjid Tanah, 78300 MelakaMr. Mohd Yusof Bin SalehH/P: 013-613 8821Fax: 06-385 2330Website: www.seritanjungtours-homestay.com.my

Homestay Kampung PulaiKm 17, Kampung Pulai Timur,77300 Merlimau, MelakaMr. Hj. Seman Bin DerusH/P: 019-666 4948Tel : 06-261 9744

Homestay Kampung Parit PenghuluKm 32, Kampung Parit PenghuluSungai Rambai, 77400 MelakaMr. Suparman Bin AbuH/P: 019-644 2380Fax: 06-265 0681

Homestay Kampung AlaiKm 7.6, Jalan Haji SaidKampung Alai, 75460 MelakaMr. Akramuddin Bin Haji Abd. Aziz H/P: 016-666 6649 Fax: 06-284 7130

Homestay Ayer LimauBatu 19 ½, Jalan Sekolah LamaKampung Ayer Limau78300 Masjid Tanah, MelakaMr. Zohaime Bin Muhammad SoriTel: 06-384 7822H/P: 012-682 2707Fax: 06-384 7721E-mail: [email protected]

[email protected]: www.ayerlimauhomestay.com

Homestay Tambak PayaKm 16, Kampung Seberang Anak Air Tiang Dua75460 MelakaMr. Haji Jeni @ Zaini Bin Haji Samsuri Tel: 012-669 7269

Homestay Kampung Morten387B Rumah Awam Banda Hilir 75000 MelakaMr. Haji Rahim Bin Haji AlimatTel: 012-229 0848Fax: 06-283 9400

NEGERI SEMBILANHomestay PelegongKoperasi Homestay Pelegong Sdn. Bhd.No. 3 Anjung Bestari, Kampung Pelegong Batu 8 71900 Labu, Negeri Sembilan Ms. Fatimah Binti BasironH/P: 013-395 4189Fax: 06-761 5834

Homestay Kampung LonekNo. 10, Kampung Lonek72200 Batu Kikir, Negeri Sembilan Ms. Hajah Badariah Binti AhmadH/P: 019-287 1410Fax: 06-498 1653

Homestay Laman BangkinangNo. 8888 Kampung Tapak72200 Batu Kikir, Negeri SembilanMr. Abdullah HassanH/P: 012-275 2234Tel / Fax: 06-498 3110E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay GemasLot 3632 Setiabudi, Kampung Ulu Ladang73400 Gemas, Negeri SembilanMr. Haris Bin JantanH/P: 012-797 1878Fax: 07-948 2395E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Batang NyamorNo. 141 Kampung Batang Nyamor71350 Kota, Negeri SembilanMs. Zahriah Binti Mohd SharifH/P: 012-388 9877Fax: 06-438 1046

Homestay F’BestKompleks Felda Serting Hilir72120 Bandar Seri Jempol, Negeri SembilanMs. Morni Binti AbuH/P: 013-252 2468Fax: 06-468 3781

Homestay PachitanLot 2006 Kampung Sawah71960 Chuah, Port Dickson, Negeri SembilanMr. Bunandar Bin BakatH/P: 012-607 5597Fax: 06-658 1202

Homestay Kuala KlawangKampung Ulu Jelebu,71600 Kuala Klawang, Jelebu, Negeri SembilanMr. Fadzli Bin AliasTel: 019-273 1507Fax: 06-613 9294

Homestay Mudin HasanT19 Kampung Terusan, Juasseh72200 Kuala Pilah, Negeri SembilanMr. Md. Ridzuan Bin HasanH/P: 019-277 3160

Homestay Rawa, Lenggeng Lot 23, Lorong KRU 10Kampung Rawa Hilir71750 Lenggeng, Negeri SembilanMs. Saadiah Binti OthmanH/P: 019-354 4477Fax: 03-8724 3027 E-mail: [email protected] /[email protected]

Homestay Kampung Sogo, Rantau Pejabat Daerah & Tanah Seremban Kompleks Pentadbiran DaerahPersiaran S2 A2, Seremban 270300 Rantau, Negeri SembilanMr. Abdul Aziz Bin AhmadH/P: 012-313 1320 Mr. SazaliH/P: 012-397 4252Fax: 06-603 2257


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Homestay D’Pelanduk Best, Port DicksonBt. 12, Kampung Teluk PelandukJalan Pantai, 71050, SirusaPort Dickson, Negeri SembilanMr. Roslan Abdul Aziz Bin Mohd YusofH/P: 012-306 5540Fax: 06-646 1740

JOHORHomestay Parit BugisNo.171, Parit No. 4Jalan Yusof, 83600 Semerah, Batu Pahat, JohorMr. Haji Saifudin Mohd KadakTel: 013-774 4244Fax: 07-416 1700

Homestay Tanjung Piai39-A, Serkat, 82030 Pontian, JohorMr. Abdul Rahim Bin Abdul SamadH/P: 019-7679 756Fax: 07-696 0220

Homestay Kampung Puteri MenangisKampung Puteri Menangis82200 Benut, Pontian, JohorMr. Sujak Bin HusinTel: 07-698 0595Mr. Haji Ahmad DonH/P: 012-759 6209

Homestay Permatang Sepam Kampung Permatang Sepam82210 Benut, Pontian, JohorMr. Buang Bin Saadon(Ketua Kampung)H/P: 012-737 3627Mr. Haji Din Bin AliTel: 07-425 8081

Homestay Kampung Sri Paya Kampung Sri Paya, Mukim Bukit BatuKelapa Sawit Kulai, JohorMr. Haji Mohd Lazim Bin Abu BakarH/P: 016-716 3071Mr. Ahmad Bin MuhamadH/P: 019-700 7008

Homestay Kampung Temenin Baru 611, Kampung Temening Baru81900 Kota Tinggi, JohorMr. Zainoh Bin MusaH/P: 012-753 0657Mr. Suparman Bin PatmoTel: 07-883 8119 / 07-883 6682

Homestay Lukut1063B Lorong MajuKampung Lukut, 81900 Kota Tinggi, JohorMr. Mohd Nor LawangH/P: 012-710 5680 /019-733 2070

Homestay Felda Semenchu271, Blok 12, Felda Semenchu81900 Kota Tinggi, JohorMr. Haji Omar Bin DeanTel: 07-895 4006H/P: 019-701 9484 / 019-751 1271Ms. Noraini Bt Abd RahmanH/P: 017-763 3418

Homestay Kampung Perigi Acheh Kampung Perigi AchehTanjung Langsat, 81700 Pasir Gudang, JohorMr. Abdul Malik Bin Abdul AzizH/P: 012-828 2108E-mail: [email protected]. Saad (Assistant)H/P: 017-716 2952

Homestay Sinaran BaruLot 3658, Lorong RambutanKampung Sinaran Baru, Skudai, Johor Ms. Norbi Binti AhmadH/P: 012-714 9871

Homestay Kampung Sri Gunung PulaiKampung Sri Gunung Pulai, 81000 JohorMr. Juman Bin WagimanTel: 07-696 3692

Homestay Kampung Sarang Buaya 109, Kampung Sarang Buaya83600 Pos Semerah, Batu Pahat, JohorMr. Haji Yusof Bin AhmadTel: 07-416 2396H/P: 019-713 6530

Homestay Kampung Baru Bt 28 Lot 2666, Kg Baru Bt 28, 84040 Lenga, Muar, JohorMr. Haji Rahmat Bin IdrisTel: 06-971 1150H/P: 013-680 2265Mr. Nazaidi (RISDA Office, Muar)H/P: 013-618 0369

Homestay Kampung Parit TengahBatu Pahat (Parit Raja), JohorMr. Zakaria Bin RohaniH/P: 013-739 4900Mr. Sukran Bin ArifinH/P: 019-766 6400

Homestay Kampung Ayer Papan1478, Kampung Ayer Papan, 86800 Mersing, JohorMr. Mohd Asri H/P: 019-779 9944Mr. Nor Samsudin Bin RazakH/P: 019-762 4137Ms. Wan Norhayati (Agriculture Dept. Office, Tenglu)H/P: 019-740 5961

Homestay Felcra Sungai Ara Felcra Bhd., Kawasan Sg. AraKm 40, Jalan Mersing-Kota Tinggi81900 Kota Tinggi, JohorMr. FirdausTel: 07-665 3665

Homestay Felda Tenggaroh 3Mersing, JohorMr. Salihan Bin Haji NawawiH/P: 013-705 8015

KELANTANHomestay Bukit JeringSek. Keb. Bukit Jering17610 Kuala Balah, KelantanMr. Mohd Pauzi Bin MuhammadH/P: 019-906 1911

Homestay Renok Baru 18300 Gua Musang, KelantanMs. Shamsiah Binti YusoffH/P: 019-992 1432

Homestay Nelayan Pantai Surid/a Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan Tumpat Kompleks Perikanan LKIM GetingPengkalan Kubor, 16080 Tumpat, KelantanMr. Ramly Bin IbrahimTel: 09-721 1260H/P: 014-847 4865E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Batu Papan Lot 643, Kampung Batu Papan18300 Gua Musang, KelantanMr. Zamri Bin ZakariaH/P: 019-912 3400

Homestay GDW Seterpa Homestay SeterpaLot 112, Taman IndahKampung Seterpa, Jalan Penggawa Mat Saat16150 Kota Bharu, KelantanDr. Mohamed Saat Bin Hj IsmailTel: 09-765 7685H/P: 019-939 3553 / 930 0252 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Kubang Telaga 16390 Bachok, KelantanMr. Awang Bin Mat Salleh (Chairman / Coordinator / Project Manager) H/P: 013-678 9893E-mail: [email protected]. Rosle Bin Ab. Kadir (Deputy Chairman / Coordinator)H/P: 019-902 0163

Homestay Kampung KemunchupMachang, KelantanMr. Nohd Nawai Bin ShayalTel: 09-976 5425H/P: 010-919 1075 / 014-212 8889

Homestay JelawangDabong, Kuala Krai, KelantanMr. Mohd Fauzai Bin Mohd NoorTel: 09-936 2698H/P: 019-929 2876

TERENGGANUHomestay Kampung Pasir RajaKampung Pasir Raja, 23000 Dungun,TerengganuMr. Ramli YunussTel: 09-833 1502H/P: 013-942 5682 Fax: 09-822 3104Mr. Adnan H/P: 019-957 8006

Homestay Kampung Rhu 10 Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan SetiuLot 6494, Kampung Rhu 10, 22120 Setiu, Terengganu Ms. FauziahH/P: 013-475 5611Fax: 09-697 7921E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Teluk Ketapang7672-B, Kampung Teluk Ketapang21300 Kuala Terengganu, TerengganuMr. Kamal (Manager) H/P: 013-934 4181 Mr. Azmi (Chairman)H/P: 013-923 4837 E-mail: [email protected]: www.homestayketapang.com

Homestay Kampung BulohKampung Buloh21700 Kuala Berang, TerengganuMr. Ismail Bin Mat ZainH/P: 013-902 5402Mr. Sukri SazaliH/P: 013-986 5284E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Felda SelasihPejabat Felda Selasih, 22020 Jerteh, Terengganu Mr. Musatafa Bin JusohH/P: 017-901 0482Tel / Fax: 09-697 9844Ms. Zaiton (Secretary)H/P: 019-984 4972

Homestay Kampung Pulau Duyongd/a JKKK Kampung Pulau Duyung 21300 Kuala Terengganu, TerengganuMr. HasruddinH/P: 012-928 8007E-mail: [email protected] /

[email protected]

Homestay Jerangau d/a Lot 1638 Kampung TanjongJerangau, 23200 Bukit Besi, Dungun, TerengganuMr. Haji Mohamad Bin JusohH/P: 019-934 4239Mr. Hasromi Bin Haji OthmanH/P: 019-934 6840E-mail : [email protected]

Homestay Felcra Keruakd/a No. 1 Pejabat Felcra Berhad Kawasan Keruak22010 Jerteh, Besut, TerengganuMr. Jusoh Bin ChikH/P: 012-959 9833 Mr. Kamarulzaman Bin Haji MamatH/P: 014-5105006E-mail: [email protected]

PAHANGHomestay Desa MurniKampung Ketam 1 Kerdau, 28010 Temerloh, PahangMr. Khairul Hakimin Bin Dato’ Haji Sahariman(Chairman) Tel: 019-224 3805E-mail: [email protected]


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Homestay Kuala Medang Pejabat Penghulu Mukim Hulu JelaiKuala Medang, 27650 Sungai KoyanKuala Lipis, Pahang Mr. Haji Mohd Razaki Bin Abd RazakTel: 012-900 5828 / 09-331 3333Fax: 09-331 3333E-mail: [email protected]. Mohd Amin Bin HassanH/P: 019-991 8565E-mail: [email protected]: www.homestaykualamedang.com

Homestay Kampung Baru Salong Mukim Penyor 126600 Pekan, Pahang Mr. Haji Bakri Bin Abu TalibTel: 019-981 7907Fax: 09-421 1751 / 09-222 2044E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Rumpun MakmurNo. 72 Kampung Rumpun Makmur28050 Kuala Krau, Pahang Mr. Abdul Razak Bin NongMr. Mohd Nizam Bin Haji Mat Tapar(Coordinator)Tel: 09-301 0478 / 019-904 2451Fax: 019-910 3498E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Jengka 25C1, Rumah Kakitangan Felda Jengka 2526400 Bandar Jengka, Temerloh, Pahang Mr. Mohd Saiful Bin SalweyTel: 019-756 7653 / 09-486 3275Fax: 09-486 3275E-mail: [email protected]/ [email protected]

Homestay Sungai Pasu, RaubKampong Sungai Pasu, 27600 Raub, PahangMs. Sumi Binti Ngah DimiTel: 09-355 5900 / 019-314 2558Fax: 09-355 7998E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Leban ChondongKampung Leban Chondong,28610 Kuala Rompin, PahangMr. Mohd Nor Awang Sulung Tel: 09-414 5515H/P: 019-977 2869

Homestay Kampung Taman SediaBalai PenghuluPersiaran Dayang Indah, 39000 Tanah RataCameron Highlands, PahangMr. Shamzan Bin Idris H/P: 016-972 0699 / 016-500 0774Fax: 05-491 1295E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Pantai Sepat 2, KuantanHomestay Kampung Pantai Sepat 2Kampung Pantai Sepat 2, 25150 Kuantan, Pahang Ms. Fatimah Binti TahirTel: 019-918 5127Fax: 09-536 3397E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Janda Baik No. 100 B, Kampung Janda Baik28750 Bentong, PahangMs. Hajjah Aton Binti AliH/P: 019-299 1994 / 012-985 0575Tel: 09-233 0434Fax: 09-233 0459

Homestay Sri Makmur26030 Kuantan, Pahang Ms. Siti Rahmah Binti Ali H/P: 019-920 6566Fax: 09-546 9905

Homestay Sungai Lembing No 519, Kampung Sg. RimauSungai Lembing, 26200 Kuantan, Pahang Mr. Noradli Bin Othman Tel: 012-309 6225 / 09-541 1744Fax: 09-541 1063E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Gali HilirHomestay Kampung Gali Hilir32A, Kampung Gali Hilir27600 Raub, Pahang Ms. Hajah Fatimah Binti Awang NgahTel: 019-962 4262

Homestay Felda Mempaga SatuHomestay Mempaga 1Pejabat Felda Wilayah MempagaFelda Jayatimur Mempaga28600 Karak, PahangMs. Zainon Binti HashimCoordinatorTel: 013-968 7566 / 09-223 3543Fax: 09-223 3517E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Peruas Lot 909, Pulau ChekasKampung Peruas, 27600 Raub, PahangMr. Amran Bin HussinTel: 019-944 2660 / 011-1102 4660Fax: 09-368 7907E-mail: [email protected]. Jamaluddin Bin Hj. HusinTel: 019-963 8092

SARAWAKHomestay Panglima Seman Lama (ABAS) 127, Kampung Panglima Seman Lama93050, Kuching, SarawakMr. Hj Mahmud Haji SabliTel: 082-442 199 H/P: 013-848 7247 / 017-865 7247Fax: 082-442 199

Homestay Rumah Panjang Annah RaisJalan Puncak Borneo94200 Padawan, SarawakMr. Edward KurekTel: 016-867 4175Fax: 082-481 332

Homestay Kampung Benuk166, Lorong 1B, Taman SamaxBatu 6, Jalan Penrissen Kuching, SarawakCr. Isabell Jalau Ak. MejatTel: 019-849 8413 / 014-688 1488Fax: 082-626 704 E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampung Pueh, SematanHomestay Kampung PuehNo. 74D, Jalan Decca, Kampung Pueh Sematan94100 Sematan, Lundu, SarawakMr. Meot Anak NuberTel: 082-711 101 / 014-878 8252Fax: 082-711 110

Homestay Telok Melano / Telok Serabangd/a Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan Sematan / LunduKampung Tanah Hitam,Peti Surat 16, 94507 Lundu, SarawakMs. AffidahTel: 082-711 152 / 010-982 1506Fax: 082-711 152

Homestay Kampung Tanah Hitam94100 Sematan, Lundu, SarawakMr. Munir Bin AhimTel: 016-855 1793 / 010-507 0456 Fax: 082-711 152

Homestay Kampung Telaga AirPNK Satang Birud/a LKIM Negeri SarawakLot 329, Seksyen 9, KTLD Jalan SatokPeti Surat 2201, 93744 Kuching, SarawakMr. Mahmud @ Bohari Bin Montot Tel: 082-383 054 / 014-876 5541Fax: 082-381 736

Homestay Kampung Darul Islam BelimbingFelcra Berhad Kawasan BelimbingNo. 49, Sub Lot 38, Lot 777Siburan Commercial Centre,94200 Kuching, SarawakMr. Raie Bin OmarTel: 082-750 108 / 019-876 9167Fax: 082-750 149

Homestay Kampung Buntal309, Kampung Buntal93050 Kuching, SarawakMr. Junaidi BunyukTel: 082-846 496H/P: 013-845 3417 Mr. Jamalie HanTel: 082-846 496Tel: 082-846 649 / 014-891 6455

Homestay Kampung Santubongd/a 157E, Jalan Santubong93400 Kuching, SarawakMs. Hajah Jamilah ShukriTel: 082-250 495 / 019-887 9495 / 014-696 7186 Fax: 082-251 495

Homestay Kampung Mongkosd/a Suruhanjaya Koperasi Malaysia Daerah Serian94700 Serian, SarawakMr. Tan@Taran Anak AyongH/P: 014-582 0305

Homestay MaludamKampung Seberang Maludam94850 Sebuyau, Betong, SarawakMr. Hj. Awg. Karim Bin Awg. AmitTel: 083-547 303 / 013-572 3785Fax: 083-468 006

Homestay Kampung Senaud/a Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan Mukah / OyaKompleks Pendaratan Ikan LKIM MukahPeti Surat 89, Jalan Kubu, 96400 Mukah, SarawakMr. Hj. Zam Bin NorH/P: 013-820 9171Fax: 084-871 771

Homestay Rumah Patrick d/a Pejabat Daerah Kecil Niah98200 Niah, Miri, SarawakTr. Patrick LibauTel: 085-738 233 / 019-805 2415Fax: 085-738 221

Homestay Kedayan Kampung Bungai, Peliau dan GatasLot 1247, Jalan Datuk Muip 2A Piasau Jaya Fasa 2, 98000 Miri, SarawakMr. Abdul Gani B. KamitTel: 019-824 7826Fax: 085-650 237

Homestay Kampung Siol KandisRom Orkid Garden, 93050 Petra JayaKuching, SarawakMs. Hajah Romlah Binti Hj. KassimTel: 082-447 001H/P: 019-818 3580Fax: 082-448 001E-mail: [email protected]: www.romhomestay.com

Homestay Rumah Panjang Bawang Assand/a Encik Jessie MangkaVisitor’s Information Centre (Sarawak Tourism Board)No. 32, Ground FloorJalan Tukang Besi, 96000 Sibu, SarawakMr. Marcharty Anak GinduTel: 014-582 8105 Fax: 084-341 280

Homestay Kampung Melayu Tebakangd/a Suruhanjaya Koperasi Malaysia Daerah Serian94700 Serian, SarawakMr. Pathe Bin Abdul RahmanH/P: 019-834 3182

Homestay Ba'kelalanKampung Long LangaiBa’ Kelalan, 98850, Lawas, SarawakMr. Pengiran SakaiTel: 014-208 1308

Homestay Rumah Benjamin AngkiJKKK Rh.Benjamin AngkiRantau Kemiding, 96700 Kanowit, SarawakCr. Tr. Benjamin AngkiTel: 013-882 3076 Fax: 084-753 563E-mail: [email protected]: http://rantaukemiding.blogspot.com


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Homestay Kampung Kuala SibutiPeti Surat 8, Homestay Kuala Sibuti98157 Bekenu, Miri, SarawakMr.. Ismandi Bin Rambli Mr. Ramlee Bin NawawiTel: 019-468 6828 (Ismandi) /

019-867 9692 (Ramlee

Homestay Rumah Nyuka C/O Rh. Nyuka Ak ItamLubuk LembaUlu Sarikei, 96100 Sarikei, SarawakCr. Ikau Anak AjiTel: 019-468 7518E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Sungai AsapKampung Uma BelorSungai Asap, 96900 Belaga, SarawakMr. Luhat TugauH/P: 017-853 5394

Homestay Kampung NarumLot 899, Kampung Baru NarumMarudi 98050 BaramMiri, SarawakMr. Ibrahim Abdul RashidTel: 019-874 0920

Homestay Bario Highlands(Kampung Pa Ukat, Pa Lungan, Pa Dalih)Kampung Pa Ukat, Bario 98050 Baram, Miri, SarawakMr. Reddish AranTel : 014-892 3431

Homestay Rh. Hillary Tawan AchaiRh. Hillary Tawan AchaiSg. Engkala, Poyut B, 98050Marudi, Miri, SarawakMs. Hillary Tawan AchaiTel: 019-854 3302 / 010-786 3302

Homestay KrokongLot 139, Kg. Sejiru, Jalan Bau-SarikinKm12 P.O. Box 140Bau, SarawakMr. Steven Salip Anak NilongTel: 082-241 812H/P : 016-878 3921E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Rh. Wilson BanaPoh Ai Dau, Melugu95000 Sri Aman, SarawakMr. Wilson Bana Anak KamahTel: 083-337 281H/P: 014-577 8580

Homestay Senah RayangPadawan, Kuching, SarawakMr. Amin Bin AbdullahH/P: 019-867 6413

SABAHMiso Walai Homestay(Kampong Batu Puteh)Koperasi Pelancongan Batu PutehKinabatanganPPM 538, Elopura90000 SandakanSabahMr. Mohd. Hasim Abd. HamidTel: 089-561 811H/P: 013-545 0546 Ms. Asiah Arpah Tel: 089-551 070E-mail: [email protected] /

:[email protected]: www.misowalaihomestay.com

Homestay Moido Walai TokoKuala AbaiW. D. T. 68290009 SandakanSabahMr. Zul Husin Bin MuilTel: 016-841 5415 / 012-889 5379

Homestay Kampong BilitSeratu Balai GabpiPeti Surat 2740, 90730 Sandakan, SabahMr. Dzulkifli Bin JanggaiH/P: 013-891 3078Mr. Azlin Bin Hj. AwangH/P: 019-537 8043E mail: [email protected]: http://bilithomestay.wordpress.com

Homestay Balai KitoP.O .Box 310990734 Sandakan, SabahDr. Isabelle Lockman Ancrenaz / Mr. Sahdin LiasTel: 089-568 472 /

089-230 220H/P: 013-869 9026E-mail : [email protected]: www.sukauhomestay.com

Homestay KoposizonKampung PapagaP. O. Box 146, 89608 Papar, SabahMr. William LeeTel: 088-917 388H/P: 019-862 2901E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay MisomporuKampong MinyakW. D. T. No. 26089059 KudatSabahMr. Jeffry YahyaTel: 088-671 093 / 671 051Fax: 088-318 737H/P: 013-872 1765 / 016-815 5056E-mail: [email protected] /

[email protected] Homestay Long Pasia WDT No. 4189859 SipitangSabahMr. Sigar Baru H/P: 014-861 7881 Ms. Aidah SigerH/P: 013-548 8778 E-mail: [email protected] /

[email protected]

Homestay Melangkap Kota Beludc/o. Lot 127, Hse No.2, Taman RichdarMenggatal88450 Kota Kinabalu, SabahMr. Rubin GuribahTel: 088-491 828 / 019-831 6897Fax: 088-491 828E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Taginambur W. D. T 1189159 Kota Belud, SabahMr. Robert Meisin SendelunTel: 010-934 8616 / 088-423 993E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Mitabang Kampong Tulung – MantobKiuluP. O. Box No. 889257 TamparuliTuaran, SabahMr. Ariffin GadaitH/P: 019-862 4585 / 088-255 972Fax: 088-257 091E-mail: [email protected]: http://mitabangtripod.com /www.agriveradventures.com

Homestay Kampung PukakP. O. Box No. 25, Kiulu89257 Tuaran, SabahMr. Mickey SallehTel: 088-717 458 H/P: 016-584 0851E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Tambunan VillageP.O. Box 13289650 TambunanSabahMs. Joanna KitinganTel: 088-764 052 H/P: 014-358 0853E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Walai TokouKampong Sinisian, KundasangP.O. Box No. 59489308 Ranau, SabahMr. Kohadie WatimanTel: 088-888 768H/P: 019-860 2270E-mail: : [email protected]

Homestay Lobong-LobongKota BeludP. O. Box A- 249 Inanam88857 Kota KinabaluSabahMr. Djuanis MogirongTel: 088-474074 (O) /

019-897 3637E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kampong Dagat TomanggongP. O. Box 1209, 90009 Sandakan, SabahMr. SufianH/P: 013-865 5074E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay PenampangKm 16.5, Tambunan RoadKg. PogunonP.O. Box 24989507 Penampang, SabahMs. Evelyn MasudalTel: 088-717 202 / 016-830 0224E-mail: [email protected]

Homestay Kota Klias, BeaufortMr. Abdul Wahid Bin Abdul GhafarH/P: 016-822 7160

LABUANHomestay Kampung Bukit KudaBK 0283, Jalan Ca’maiKg Bukit Kuda87000 LabuanMr. Hj. Mustapha Bin Tangkim(Ketua Kampung)Tel: 087-461 737 (R) / 087-408 895 (O)H/P: 013-851 1907

Homestay Kampung Sungai LabuSL 0067 Kampung Sungai Labu87000 LabuanMr. Hj. Hassin @ Hashim Bin Abdullah(Ketua Kampung)H/P: 016-804 1147 (Haji Hassin)Ms. JamilahH/P: 019-882 1049

Homestay Kampung Patau-Patau 2PP 0276, Kg. Patau-Patau 287000 LabuanMr. Hj. Sulaiman Bin Wan Chi(Ketua Kampung)H/P: 016-824 6193 (Haji Sulaiman)


STATE OFFICESJOHORNo 50C, 1st & 2nd Floor, Bangunan KPMNJJalan Segget, 80000 Johor Bahru, JohorTel: 607 222 3590 / 3591• Fax: 607 223 5502E-mail: [email protected]

KEDAHKompleks Pelancongan Negeri Kedah Seksyen 20, Jalan Raja, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah Tel: 604 731 2322 / 730 1322 • Fax: 604 734 0322 E-mail: [email protected]

KELANTANGround Floor, Kampung Kraftangan, Jalan Hilir Balai15300 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Tel: 609 747 7554 • Fax: 609 747 8010 E-mail: [email protected]

MELAKANo. 6, Jalan Plaza MerdekaJalan Merdeka , 75000 MelakaTel: 06-288 3304 / 06-288 3785 / 06-288 1549Fax: 06-286 9804E-mail: [email protected]

NEGERI SEMBILAN1st Floor, Seremban Plaza, Jalan Dato’ Muda Linggi70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Tel: 606-762 4488/763 5388 • Fax: 606 763 8428E-mail: [email protected]

PAHANGLot G.01, Mahkota SquareJalan Mahkota, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 609 517 7111 / 7112 / 7115 • Fax: 609 517 7114 E-mail: [email protected]

PENANGNo. 11, Lebuh Pantai, 10300 George Town, Penang Tel: 604 261 0058 / 263 4941 • Fax: 604 262 3688 E-mail: [email protected]

PERAKNo. 12, Medan Istana 2 Bandar Ipoh Raya, 30000 Ipoh, Perak Tel: 605-255 9962/ 2772 • Fax: 605 253 2194 E-mail: [email protected]

PERLISNo. 21, Jalan Satu, Taman Pertiwi IndahJalan Kangar-Alor Setar, 01000 Kangar, PerlisTel: 604 978 1213 / 1235 • Fax: 604 978 1143 E-mail: [email protected]

SABAHLot 1-0-7, Ground Floor, Block 1 Lorong Api-Api 1, Api-Api Center 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 6088 211 732 / 248 698 • Fax: 6088 241 764E-mail: [email protected]

SARAWAKParcel 297-2-1, Level 2, Riverbank SuitesJalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 6082 246 575 / 775 • Fax: 6082 246 442 E-mail: [email protected]

KUALA LUMPUR/PUTRAJAYA4th Floor, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6Precinct 5, 62200 PutrajayaTel: 603 8891 8451 • Fax: 603 8891 8449E-mail: [email protected]

SELANGOR 6th Floor, Wisma PKPS,Persiaran Perbandaran Seksyen 14,40675 Shah Alam, SelangorTel: 603 5510 9100 • Fax: 603 5510 9101E-mail: [email protected]

TERENGGANUNo. 11, Ground Floor, 1st Floor & 2nd Floor Pusat Niaga Paya Keladi, Jalan Kampung Daik20000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Tel: 609 630 9433 / 9093 • Fax: 609 630 9091 E-mail: [email protected]

OVERSEAS OFFICESAUSTRALIAPerthGround Floor, 56 William StreetPerth WA 6000, Australia Tel: 00 61 8 9481 0400 • Fax: 00 61 8 9321 1421 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.au

Sydney Suite 6.01, Level 6, 151 Castlereagh StreetSydney, NSW 2000, AustraliaTel: 00 61 2 9286 3055 • Fax: 00 61 2 9283 8311E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.au

BRUNEIHigh Commission of Malaysia Unit No 1.14 - 1.15, First FloorThe Rizqun International Hotel, Gadong BE3519Negara Brunei Darussalam Tel: 00 673 238 1575 / 1576 • Fax: 00 673 238 1584 E-mail: [email protected]

CHINABeijingTourism Section, Embassy of Malaysia Room 506 - 507, Air China Plaza No. 36, Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District Beijing 100027, People’s Republic of China Tel: 00 86 10 8447 5056 • Fax: 00 86 10 8447 5798 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn

GuangzhouConsulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) Unit 3216, 32nd Floor, CITIC Plaza O�ce TowerNo. 233, Tianhe Bei Road, Guangzhou 510610People’s Republic of ChinaTel: 00 86 20 3877 3691 • Fax: 00 86 20 3877 3692 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn

ShanghaiConsulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) Unit 1109, Level 11, CITIC Square 1168 Nanjing Road West, Jing An District Shanghai 200041, People’s Republic of China Tel: 00 86 21 5292 5252 • Fax: 00 86 21 5292 5948E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn

FRANCEParis29 rue des Pyramides, 75001 Paris, France Tel: 00 33 1 429 741 71 • Fax: 00 33 1 429 741 69 E-mail: [email protected]

GERMANYFrankfurtWeissfrauenstrasse 12 - 16 D-60311, Frankfurt am Main, GermanyTel: 00 49 69 460 923 420 • Fax: 00 49 69 460 923 499 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.de

HONG KONGGround Floor, Malaysia Building 47-50 Gloucester Road, Hong Kong Tel: 00 85 2 2528 5810 / 5811Fax: 00 85 2 2865 4610 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.hk

INDIAChennai4th Floor, Vijaya Towers No. 4, Kodambakkam High RoadChennai 600034, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 44 4506 8080 / 8181 / 8282 Fax: 00 91 44 4506 8383 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.malaysiajao.com

Mumbai123, Jolly Maker Chamber II 12th Floor, Nariman Point Mumbai 400021, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 22 6635 2085 • Fax: 00 91 22 6639 0702 E-mail: [email protected]: www.malaysiajao.com

New DelhiC 3/13, Vasant ViharNew Delhi 110057, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 11 4601 1677 (DL) / 1674 (GL) Fax: 00 91 11 4601 1676E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.malaysiajao.com

INDONESIAJakartac/o Consulate General of Malaysia Jalan H.R Rasuna Said, Kav.x/6No. 1-3, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan 12950 Republic of Indonesia Tel: 00 62 21 522 0765 / 4947 Fax: 00 62 21 522 0766 E-mail: [email protected]

Medanc/o Consulate General of Malaysia 43, Jalan Diponegoro, 20152 Medan Sumatera Utara, Republic of Indonesia Tel: 00 62 61 452 3192Fax: 00 62 61 452 3179 E-mail: [email protected]

ITALYMilanVia Privata della Passarella 4, 20122 Milan, Italy Tel: 00 39 02 796 702 • Fax: 00 39 02 796 806 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: www.turismomalesia.it

JAPANOsaka10th Floor, Cotton Nissay Building 1-8-2 Otsubo-Honmachi, Nishi-ku Osaka 550-0004, Japan Tel: 00 81 66 444 1220 • Fax: 00 81 66 444 1380 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp

Tokyo5F Chiyoda Building, 1-6-4 Yurakucho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006, Japan Tel: 00 81 33 501 8691 / 8694 • Fax: 00 81 33 501 8692 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp

KAZAKHSTANAlmatyTourism and Trade Section1st Floor, Prime Business Park, 100/2 Furmanov Str.Medeuskiy District, Almaty 05000Republic of Kazakhstan

KOREASeoul(2nd Hansan Bldg., Seosomun-dong)115, Seosomun-Ro, Chung-GuSeoul 100-813, Republic of Korea Tel: 00 82 2779 4422 / 4251 • Fax: 00 82 2779 4254 E-mail: [email protected]: www.mtpb.co.kr

NETHERLANDSThe Haguec/o Embassy of Malaysia Rustenburgweg 2, 2517 KE The Hague, Netherlands Tel: 00 31 70 350 6506 • Fax: 00 31 70 350 6536

Visiting O�ce: Zeestraat 52, 2518 AB The Hague, NetherlandsTel: 00 31 70 762 2200E-mail: [email protected]

NEW ZEALANDAucklandLevel 10, DLA Phillips Fox Tower205-209, Queen Street Auckland 1010, New ZealandTel: 00 64 9 309 6290 • Fax: 00 64 9 309 6292Website: www.tourismmalaysia.co.nz

PHILIPPINESManilaEmbassy of Malaysia Tourism O�ce (Tourism Malaysia) 16th Floor, Picadilly Star Building4th Avenue, Corner 27th StreetBonifacio Global City (BGC) 1634 Taguig City, Philippines Tel: 00 632 846 2697 • Fax: 00 632 846 1213 E-mail: [email protected]

RUSSIAMoscowc/o Embassy of Malaysia Mos�lmovskaya Ulitsa 50Moscow 117192, Russian Federation Tel: 00 7 495 933 5748 / 5747Fax: 00 7 495 933 5749 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.ru

SAUDI ARABIAJeddah2nd Floor (upper parking), Mega Business CentreSera� Megamall, Tahlia Streetc/o Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section)P O Box 593, Jeddah 21421Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaTel: 00 966 2 286 7333 • Fax: 00 966 2 286 7444E-mail: [email protected]

SINGAPORE#01-01B/C/D, No. 80, Robinson Road Singapore 068898 Tel: 00 69 6532 6321 / 6351 • Fax: 00 69 6535 6650 E-mail: [email protected]

SOUTH AFRICAJohannesburg1st Floor, Building 5, Commerce Square No. 39, Rivonia Road, SandhurstJohannesburg, South AfricaP.O. Box 1125, Saxonwold 2132 Tel: 00 27 11 268 0292 / 0295 Fax: 00 27 11 268 0296 E-mail: [email protected]

SWEDENStockholmKlarabergsgatan 35, 2tr, Box 131 Stockholm 10122, Sweden Tel: 00 46 8 249 900 • Fax: 00 46 8 242 324 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.malaysia.se

TAIWANTaipeiSuite C, 8th Floor, Hung Tai Centre 170 Tun Hwa North Road, Taipei, Taiwan Tel: 00 88 62 2514 9704 / 9734 Fax: 00 88 62 2514 9973 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.promotemalaysia.com.tw

THAILANDBangkokUnit 1, 3rd Floor, Zuellig House1-7, Silom Road, BangrakBangkok 10500, Thailand Tel: 00 662 636 3380 - 3 • Fax: 00 662 636 3384 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.sawasdeemalaysia.com

TURKEYIstanbul Harman Sokak, Hamanci Giz Plaza, No.5, Floor:2034393 Esentepe, Sisli, Istanbul, TurkeyTel: 00 902 12 284 4436 • Fax: 00 902 12 284 4437

UNITED ARAB EMIRATESDubaiLot 3, Ground Floor (facing Zabeel Road)Al Safeena Building, Oud Mehta, Near Lamcy PlazaP.O Box 124096, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 00 971 4337 7578 / 7579Fax: 00 971 4335 3318 E-mail: [email protected]

UNITED KINGDOMLondon57 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DUUnited Kingdom Tel: 00 44 2 079 307 932 • Fax: 00 44 2 079 309 015 E-mail: [email protected]

UNITED STATES OF AMERICALos Angeles818 West 7th Street, Suite 970, Los Angeles, CA 90017United States of America Tel: 00 1 213 689 9702 • Fax: 00 1 213 689 1530 E-mail: [email protected]: www.tourismmalaysiausa.com

New York120 East 56th Street, 15th FloorNew York, NY 10022, United States of America Tel: 00 1 212 754 1113 • Fax: 00 1 212 754 1116 E-mail:[email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysiany.com

VIETNAMHanoiEmbassy of Malaysia (Tourism Malaysia O�ce) Unit 401, 4th Floor, HCO Building Melia Centre, 44B Ly Thuong Kiet Street Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam Tel: 00 844 3734 3837 / 3938 8464 Fax: 00 844 3734 4679 E-mail: [email protected]

MARKETING REPRESENTATIVESBANGLADESHDhakad/a Malaysian High Commission in Bangladesh House No. 19, Road No. 6 Baridhara, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh Tel: 00 880 2882 7759 / 7760 / 2885 8394Fax: 00 880 2882 7761 / 3115

CAMBODIAPhnom Penhc/o Embassy of Malaysia 220-222, Preah Norodom Boulevard Sangkat Tonle Bassac, Khan Chamkarmorn Phnom Penh, Cambodia Tel: 00 855 2322 1593 • Fax: 00 855 2322 1594 E-mail: [email protected]

CANADA1806 – 1111 West Georgia St.Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6E 4M3Tel: 00 1 604 689 8899 • Fax: 00 1 604 689 8804 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.ca

CHINAChengduLevel 18, The O�ce Tower Shangri-La Centre 9 Bingjiang Road (East), Chengdu 610021 People’s Republic of China Tel: 00 8628 6606 5230 • Fax: 00 8628 6606 5231

IRANTehranEmbassy of Malaysia in Tehran No.6, Changizi St., Alef St.Mahmoodieh St., Tehran, IranP.O.Box 1986673654 Tel: 00 98 21 2621 9055 / 9056Fax: 00 98 21 2204 6628

IRELANDDublinLevel 3A Shelbourne House, Shelbourne Road Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Republic of Ireland Tel: 00 353 1 237 6242 / 6243 E-mail: [email protected]

LAOSVientianec/o Embassy of Malaysia 23 Sing Ha Rd, PhonexayP.O.Box 789, Vientiane, Lao P.D.R Tel: 00 85 6 2141 4205 / 4206Fax: 00 85 6 2141 4201 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]

VIETNAMHo Chi Minh CityUnit 1208, 12th Floor, Me Linh Point TowerNo. 2 Ngo Duc Ke StreetDistrict 1, Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamTel: 00 84 8 3825 8036 / 3825 8011Fax: 00 84 8 3825 8037E-mail: [email protected]

TOURISM MALAYSIA OFFICESHEAD OFFICEMalaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia) 9th Floor, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6, Precinct 5, 62200 Putrajaya, Malaysia • Tel: 603 8891 8000 • Tourism Infoline 1 300 88 5050 (within Malaysia only) • Fax: 603 8891 8999 E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my

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COUNTRY The federation of Malaysia comprises Peninsular Malaysia, which is made up of 11 states, three Federal Territories as well as the states of Sabah and Sarawak situated in Borneo. CAPITAL CITYKuala Lumpur GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION Lying 2º to 7º north of the Equator, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. The Peninsular shares a common border with Thailand in the north, while its southern neighbour is Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak share a common border with Indonesia while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei Darussalam.

AREA 329,758 sq km POPULATION 28 million PEOPLE Malays make up about 57% of the population, with Chinese, Indians and other ethnic groups making up the rest.

LANGUAGE Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the national language but English is widely spoken. Malaysians also speak various languages and dialects. RELIGION Islam is the official religion but all other religions are practised freely.

GOVERNMENT Malaysia practices parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. The Head of State is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Head of Government is the Prime Minister. The country has a bicameral legislative system. CLIMATE Malaysia has a tropical climate and the weather is warm all year round. Temperatures range from 21ºC to 32ºC and the annual rainfall varies from 2,000 mm to 2,500 mm. ECONOMIC PROFILE Manufacturing constitutes the largest component of Malaysia’s economy while tourism and primary commodities such as petroleum, palm oil, natural rubber and timber are major contributors to its economy. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Visitors must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Citizens of most countries do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please visit or call the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office. CURRENCY The unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit, which is denoted as RM. Foreign currencies can be converted at banks and money changers.

WORKING DAYSMost states observe Monday to Friday as working days while Saturday and Sunday are rest days. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, working days are from Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday are observed as rest days. This applies to government offices and many private establishments. BANKING HOURS In most states, banks are open from Monday to Friday from 9.15 am to 4.30 pm. In Kelantan and Terengganu, banks are closed on Friday and Saturday. Check the websites of the relevant banks for details on operating hours and rest days. Online banking services are available. POST OFFICESPost offices are open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm daily except on Sunday and public holidays. They are open for half–a-day on Saturday (until 1.00 pm). Post offices that are located in shopping malls have extended operating hours. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, post offices are closed on Friday and Saturday. TIME The standard Malaysian time is eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours ahead of the U.S. Pacific Standard Time. ELECTRICITY The voltage used throughout Malaysia is 220 - 240 volts AC, at 50 cycles per second. Standard 3-pin square plugs and sockets are used. MEASUREMENT SYSTEM Malaysia uses the metric system. TELECOMMUNICATIONS Malaysia is linked nationally and internationally by telephone, facsimile and via the Internet. Most hotels provide International Direct Dial (IDD) telephone services and Wi-fi Internet connection. GETTING TO MALAYSIAThe main gateway to Malaysia is through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. It is located about 50 km south of Kuala Lumpur. Over 40 international airlines fly into the country while the national carrier, Malaysia Airlines, has a global network that spans six continents. The airline is a full-fledged member of oneworld, one of the world’s top three airline alliances. The national carrier is complemented by its subsidiary, Firefly and the budget airline, AirAsia. The new KLIA 2, situated about 1.5 km away from the main terminal of KLIA, is the world’s largest purpose-built terminal dedicated to low-cost carriers. Airlines that operate from KLIA 2 include AirAsia and AirAsia X. Other major international airports that serve as entry points are situated in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu and the island of Langkawi. The main entry point to Malaysia by sea is Port Klang, about 50 km away from Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is also accessible by rail and road from Singapore and Thailand. GETTING AROUNDMalaysia has excellent domestic air links serviced by Malaysia Airlines as well as carriers such as AirAsia and Firefly. The country has a well-developed and efficient public transportation system served by buses, taxis as well as trains. ACCOMMODATIONMalaysia has a wide range of accommodation with competitive rates. International star-rated hotels, boutique hotels, beach resorts, chalets, youth hostels and timeshare apartments are among the types of accommodation available.

MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE

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