You have to park up beside these iconic twin skyscrapers. 88 floors high, they tower above Kuala Lumpur and were once the tallest buildings in the world. Once you have finished marvelling at them, do not forget to enjoy the buzzing night life of the nation's capital: Bukit Bintang is the place to go here.
Mount Kinabalu
This peak is very popular with climbers and hikers. So, why not stretch those legs (big time!) after a few days on the road by scaling to the top of this gorgeous mountain - or, just go for a stroll through its amazing scenery. It is also a wonderfully biodiverse part of the country, boasting over 600 fern species for instance, and 326 different species of birds.
The Cameron Highlands
These lush, rolling green hills are an absolute dream to drive through. Just make sure that you have got your camera equipment ready to hand so that you can take some unforgettable photographs.
Langkawi
How about parking that bike and running straight down soft white sand into the invitingly warm turquoise waters of the sea? Well, at Langkawi you can do just this. Langkawi is the most popular tourist destination in all of Malaysia and with good reason. This beautiful archipelago that is made up with 99 different islands truly is a paradise on earth.
Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre
Meet the Orang Utangs when you visit this amazing rehabilitation centre for baby Orang Utangs that were threatened by deforestation, illegal hunting and other human activity. This joyful place is a wonderfully hopeful stop on any road trip around Malaysia.
The Mulu Caves
Home to the world famous Wrinkle Lipped Bat colonies, these huge caves are wonderfully mysterious and enchanting. You will never forget a visit to this unique place, so make sure to add it to your itinerary when you plan your road trip through Malaysia.
Get ready for the road trip of your dreams!
Planning your route around Malaysia is so much fun. There are plenty of vehicles that you can hire when you arrive in the country, and there are abundant hotels and other types of accommodation in main cities and stop off points. When planning your road trip, make sure to sort yourself out with some good quality cdw inusrance. To find out what this is visit https://carhireexcess.insure/. Shop around a little so that you can get the best deal, but make sure to have comprehensive insurance cover for the entirety of your trip and all of the activities you will be doing.
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Article written by Ross