Nature Guides

Malaysia

The rainforests of Malaysia offer an adventurous journey to visitors that dare brave our tropics. Filled with a rich diversity of wildlife, Malaysia is the very essence of nature at its best. If you've never been to this part of Southeast Asia before, but plan to explore our natural heritage, it is important to learn about safety, make some considerations and have a receptive mind, as our woods do not work the same way others do in different parts of the world.


That's why we have this section for you newbies and noobs, to prep you up for discovering our wonderful rainforest in as safe and fun manner as possible. As Malaysia is a tropical country, the weather is typically very humid and hot with lots of rainfall. If you imagine the tropical rainforest to be blooming with flowers, ferns and birds with butterflies fluttering about - Basically a very colourful picture, you'll be very far away from the truth. Our jungles are thick and heavy with trees and dense foliage, making it hard to see in front. However, there is still much to discover in our natural world, perhaps only not in the way you expect.

Wildlife Watching Guide
Wildlife WatchingIf you're a visitor to this country looking to watch or photograph wildlife, perhaps even for herping, you've come to the right place. Malaysia is one of the richest spots for mammals, reptiles and amphibians in Southeast Asia. However, not all places guarantee spotting herpefauna or other wildlife. Much of it depends on how secluded and pristine the area is. If it's constantly visited by people, don't expect to see many animals. Consequently, the more harsh and less accessible the terrain is, the higher the chances. This is usually the case, though there are exceptions.
Hiking the Malaysia Rainforest 101
Hiking 101When hiking in the Malaysian rainforest, whether a simple jungle walk or to climb the highest mountain, some simple principles that gets you acquainted with exploring the tropics apply. Light clothing is the order of the day as it is very humid, but if you happen to hike in higher elevations or the highlands, it goes without saying that thicker apparel will be useful. If you don't have expensive hiking shoes, construction boots or rubber shoes (can be gotten from a hardware shop) are good and cheap alternatives. Slippers can be used for flat trails but are not recommended for steep inclines.