Si je me souviens bien disons qu'il y a trois façons de faire :
- réserver un groupe de voyage en avance sur internet (mais sites en indonésien) et retrouver les organisateurs à un point de rdv (probablement au port de Jepara)
- ne rien réserver, aller à Jepara, trouver une guest-house près du port et demander à votre hôte s'il peut vous trouver un groupe auquel vous joindre, ou quelqu'un connaissant un peu de monde et pouvant vous emmener
- y aller en solo, c'est à dire aller au port de Jepara tot le matin et faire la queue pour avoir une place de ferry
La dernière solution n'est pas trop conseillée, le nombre de billets disponible le matin au port de Jepara étant limité par le fait que la plupart des places sont vendus à l'avance aux groupes de voyages organisés. Hors voyage organisé je ne crois pas qu'il soit possible de réserver une place à l'avance...
De +, une fois sur place, au niveau touristique, tout semble se faire dans le cadre de ces voyages organisés (les bateaux de pêcheur, qui voyagent d'îles en îles transportent des groupes et sont réticents à l'idée d'emmener des voyageurs solos...)
en ce qui concerne les prix, en 2013, pour les bateaux c'était dérisoire, pour le ferry (Muria) pas plus de 5€, mais 6h de trajets, pour les bateaux express une dizaine d'€ mais ils n'étaient pas dispo...
Pour la nourriture, sur karimunjawa c'est un peu plus cher que sur Java (prix du transport en + j'imagine) mais ça reste là aussi dérisoire (2-3€ le repas).
Pour les hôtels, je ne sais pas trop, la personne qui nous a emmené sur l'île nous avait trouvé une guest house, c'était pas cher (dizaine d'€), mais très spartiate.
Pour les trucs à prévoir, il faut savoir que l'électricité est coupée la journée, ça se met en route le soir à partir de 16h...
Je pensais demander à un hôtel de contacter la société de transport en début de voyage pour réserver le trajet(une semaine avant).Il est impossible de réserver par internet mais je pensais que cela était possible par téléphone.
J'arriverai à l'aéroport de Samarang la veille du jour ou j'aimerais aller vers ces îles.Donc j'irai directement vers Jepara.Mais ce serait dommage d'être bloqué sur place le lendemain matin à cause du manque de place.
Si d'autres personnes pouvaient confirmer les problèmes en cas de visites des îles par soi même?
Je suis également à la recherche d'informations sur les Karimun Jawa pour aout/septembre 2015. J'ai un mal fou à trouver des informations pour l'hébergement... Il y a quelques noms qui reviennent (Kura Kura par exemple mais tarif totalement hors budget : du 300 dollars la nuit !), ou des logements dans le village alors que je chercherai un petit coin de paradis : des bungalows sur une jolie plage de carte postale (cerise sur le gâteau si du snorkeling pouvait être interessant depuis la plage), dans un budget allant jusqu'à 400 000 roupies la nuit pour deux.
J'ai retenu quelques noms mais je ne crois pas que ça corresponde à ce que je cherche (Ayu, Cononut house : ils ont l'air d'être au niveau du quai donc pas vraiment directement sur une jolie plage tranquille...et Wisma Apung pas vraiment la plage de sable blanc ?)
Est-ce que je me trompe de destination ou il faut juste bien chercher ? (pour comparaison j'avais adoré les Perhentians en Malaisie avec des plages magnifiques, des bungalows sur la plage et du snorkeling à partir du bord).
Si quelqu'un a des infos pour moi ?
Merci beaucoup ! 🙂
Bonjour je vien de faire karimunjawa en avril!
Tes horaires de bateau/ferry sont bonnes, les prix j ai payé 133000idr 😉de semarang et le retour via jepara 51000idr, ce que tu vas sûrement faire sauf si tu restes 1semaine! Ou 1 jour prévoir 4h de traversé dans les 2 cas! Le ferry pour jepara est plus lent
Sur place tu débarque à 2km de la ville principale plusieurs homestay en chemin, les prix varie de 75000idr a 150000 et plus mais une majorité de 100000idr, fait attention si tu arrive pendant un long week end Indo ou vacs c est vite full! Mais il y a toujours une solution!
Tu peux louer un scooter pour faire le tour de l île 70000idr et accéder à des belles plage payante 2000, ensuite tu peux faire une excursion bateau 3ile+ 2 spot de snorkeling + barbec pour 200000/pers
Et plongé et autre mais ça j ai pas fait!
Pour manger, tu t régaleras de poisson sur l alun alun (place principale) pour 30000 à 50000 idr ou nasi goreng à 10000!
En espérant que ça t aide, enjoy c magnifique parmi les plus beaux snorkeling fait pour ma part!
Je suis ennuyé car j'aurais aimé aller du mardi matin au vendredi matin mais pas de bateau retour le vendredi.Et revenir le samedi me fait perdre un jour sur le voyage et 4 jours sur place est peut-être un peu long.
Les prix sont très correctes en tout cas.
Est-ce qu'il y a des tortues?Les coraux sont préservés alors?
Merci pour ces infos détaillées et chiffrées ( ça change ).
J'espère pouvoir y aller en septembre car je souhaitais y aller en février mars, mais le ferry de Semarang reprenait du service mi mars et celui de Jepara était aux abonnés absent.
De plus, la mer n'était pas vraiment très calme.
Je confirme que les pax vendus en Indonésie sont étonnamment peu chers. On doit pouvoir en acheter à Semarang.
Jolie ville où l'on peut passer 2 - 3 jours sans problème.
Hotel Surya: 200 - 250 000 rps la double, ( clim, S d'eau petit, mini bar, tv ) petit dèj ( pas top, mais pas trop mal ). Déco pas mal, très propre.
Nettement au dessus des autres établissements du coin.
Bonjour
Les départ sont a 7h le samedi et généralement le matin, la 4em journée correspond plus à un transfert vers une autre ville, 4h de ferry +2h de bus pour semarang puis ta destination donc la journée est vite passé, à rien faire, si tu pars le samedi ça te fait 3jours et demi sur place sachant que 3jour c le minimum à consacrer pour ce p'tit coin de paradis,
Pour le snorkeling, malheureusement pas vue de tortues, murene et requin pointe noire visible en plongée je pense, les coraux sont à peu près bein préservé, pour combien de temps je ne sais pas car les indo ne les respecte pas, il marche dessus et accroche la corde du bateau aux grosse patates! N empêche que c est très beau!
Bon organisation
Profite à fond et bon voyage
Bonjour
Je suis pas surfeur, mais il est possible que avec de bonne condition des vagues se forment, il n y a pas de lagon mais sûrement des zones de break. Les karimunjawa n étant pas envahis par les australien, il n y avait pas de loc ou autre concernant le surf! J ai un contact sur l ile qui organise des sorties snorkeling. Je vous donne son contact sur fb dans les prochain jours.
Dans tous les cas c un archipel magnifique épargné du tourisme de masse étrangers mais bcq d indo ce qui rend les guesthouse full!
Profitez a fond
Je vous remercie des informations communiquées sur ce forum au sujet de cette île . Nous sommes une famille de trois personnes et nous envisageons nous rendre en juillet 2016 sur Karimunjawa.
Est il possible que nous prenions contact par téléphone afin d échanger sur votre expérience. Je peux vous laisser mon numéro de portable si j arrive à vous l envoyer en privé.
Bonjour Sylvain,
Je suis en ce moment à Semarang et nous allons à Karimunjawa. J'espère car en ce moment nous sommes pas encore sur si les bateaux vont pouvoir partir. Je te transmets l'info si tu veux.
Bonjour Sylvain,
Nous n'avons pas pu allée à Karimunjawa car les vaques ont était trop grande cette semaine. Nous sommes aller au port de Semarang pour prendre le bateau tôt et nous sommes allé pour rien car le bateau pars seulement 1 fois chaque 15 jours. L'info qui est donner sur Internet est faux. Nous sommes pas aller à Jepara, mais là aussi les schedule qui est donner sur Internet n'est pas tout à fait juste. En tout cas dans le saison mousson. Nul agence de voyage te vends une billets pour aller à Karimunjawa. Après attendre trois jours à Semarang nous sommes retourner à Jogjakarta, mon ville préféré.
En rentrant avec l'avion par Semarang, j'ai vue sur l'aéroport qu'il y a une avion qui part de Semarang à Karimunjawa. Chaque mercredi et vendredi à 7h30 arriver à 08h10 à Karimunjawa.
Prix: 297.200 RP
Karimunjawa à Semarang
Mardi
14h50 arriver à Semarang 15h30
266.200rp
Info: Semarang : +62 812.3777.9613
Karimunjawa. +62 812.3777.9614
Voilà c'est tous ce que je peut te donner pour ce moment.
Sylvia
Je te remercie de ta réponse. Je pense que je vais peut être prendre contact avec des hôtels sur place afin de voir avec eux s ils peuvent me donner d autres informations.
J ai l impression que tu es encore indonesie, je te souhaite donc une bonne fin de séjour.
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
