There’s no point denying that Malaysia is a haven for kids, with its friendly people, cheap and affordable play places, and a unique variety of child and family-friendly activities. This Southeast Asian country is indeed an attractive spot for families out for a vacation or expatriates with kids. Exploring Malaysia is a lot like a nature trip, since the nation is home to exquisite beaches, lust rainforests, and farms. Nonetheless, there are also indoor play areas and theme parks in Malaysia to keep the kids active and entertained with modern toys and rides. In short, there is something for everyone in this country. All you need is explore, try, and enjoy. For now, allow us to help you plan your calendar of activities with things to do in Malaysia with kids.
Cost: $1.22 to $2.44
Elephants (and all animals) should be protected and not exploited. In Malaysia, your kids can see elephants and all their majesty. You’re thinking of riding on them, don’t you? Unfortunately, we recommend against it. Instead, we suggest taking the kids to the National Elephant Conservation Centre (NECC) in Pahang, Malaysia. This conservation centre does not allow visitors to ride on elephants. Instead, guests are suggested to get to know them better through bathing and feeding them. The NECC was established in 1989 with the mission to rescue wild elephants and relocate them to new habitats. At NECC, kids can be exposed to how elephants live when they are given the freedom to roam in a natural setting. This activity is a perfect way to jumpstart your adventure in Malaysia, since the kids will appreciate the natural environment they will be exposed to.
Cost: $7 to $12
If you’re keen to go on a nature trip with your family, one of the most recommended places in Malaysia is the Cameron Highlands on the westernmost edge of Pahang. Surrounded by the lush jungles of Banjaran Titiwangsa, Cameron Highlands is a hilly region which boasts of refreshing temperatures. Since it is situated in a high altitude and with the greens, Cameron Highlands is a perfect getaway for those who want to escape the hot weather in the cities of Malaysia. At Cameron Highlands, kids can enjoy various activities, such as strolling in tea plantations, hiking, spotting rafflesia and purple flowers, and birdwatching. One family activity we highly recommend doing at Cameron Highlands is picking strawberries at the farms. This is a chance for the kids to try selecting their berries and enjoying its sweet taste. On the way back, your whole family can explore the Mossy Forest as well as the Butterfly Farm. You’re in for an amazing escape with nature when you travel to Cameron Highlands.
Cost: $51 to $68
Legoland is a hit among kids, whatever their age may be. In Malaysia, kids can enjoy building Lego sculptures and buildings at Legoland in Johor Bahru. Aside from the usual building workshops and creative tasks, your kids can also get the chance to experience the rides inside Legoland. For instance, they can enjoy riding the first Lego virtual reality roller coaster called The Great Lego Race, which is a first of its kind in the whole world. This is not all! Kids can also enjoy splashing around at the Legoland Water Park — a new addition to Legoland in Malaysia. In here, the kids can experience more than 20 attractions, including the wave pool and the slide racers. They can also check out 70 Lego models and experience the Build-A-Raft River, which allows them to attach floatable Lego bricks to the raft. Sounds fun, right?
Cost: $1.2 to $4.6
Different creative places appear as the world attempts to please and provide fun for the young ones. In Sabah, Malaysia, a new attraction for kids and kids at heart is luring visitors. Called the Upside Down House, this place is designed according to the traditional Sabah kampong house. From the outside, it looks like a normal house (and it is, except that everything is upturned or reversed). This will definitely be a treat to the kids, as they grow amazed at how amusing everything looks like from their upright perspective. The Upside Down House features rooms which a normal home also has, such as a kitchen, bedrooms, toilets, and even a verandah. Kids can strike a pose and squeeze their creative juices when imagining the best position to look natural in the upturned world.
Cost: $27 to $29
If your family finds it difficult to agree on one specific activity to do because everyone seems to have their own definition of fun, we got you covered. Take the whole family to the Lost World of Tambun in Perak. This theme park is composed of several other parks featuring all sorts of kiddie and adult activities for everyone. If one of your kiddos is fond of swimming and water rides, he can take a dip at the Water Park. If you have a kid who likes to chase adrenaline-pumping adventures, you can take him to the amusement park inside the Lost World of Tambun. If you have a child who’s content with admiring nature and petting animals, you can take him to the Tiger Valley and the Petting Zoo. There’s also the Luminous Forest which every child will be delighted to visit, since it has glowing flowers and various magical creatures like fairies. Additionally, the Lost World of Tambun is situated in Ipoh where there are a lot of fascinating landscape of limestone caves and hills. As your kids play on the mini-parks and have the best time of their lives, you can admire the backdrop while getting a massage on the park’s Hot Spring Spa. There’s probably no better way to spend a family weekend than at the Lost World of Tambun.
Tired of riding roller coasters and experiencing 4D adventures at amusement parks? Try going to the Tabin Wildlife Reserve in Sabah, where you and your kids can have a wildlife adventure you won’t forget. The Tabin Wildlife Reserve is a lowland forest which is home to a rich biodiversity, including endangered species like the Borneo Pygmy elephant, the orangutans, and the Sumatran rhinoceros. We recommend doing a jungle trek to the forest to observe the diverse ecosystem. You can also take a 3D2N Wildlife Safari Trip if you have a whole weekend with you. The Tabin Wildlife Reserve offers night safari, night walk, birdwatching, rainforest education, and wildlife spotting activities as well. If you are hesitant to bring the kids for a jungle trek, there’s a version of the wildlife adventure for the little kids.
Cost: $7 to $13
One activity you should not miss while in Malaysia is riding the SkyCab or the Langkawi Cable Car. The SkyCab is the steepest cable car route in the world (2150 meters long and 680 meters steep), and it allows you and your kids to admire the landscape and seascape of Langkawi Island. Throughout the ride, you can witness the Machincang mountain range which is a 450-million year old rock formation. The cable car ride takes 15 minutes. When you reach the top station at 708 meters above sea level, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the whole island and even parts of neighboring Thailand. Your whole family can also access the SkyBridge for a more mesmerizing view from the top.
Cost: $11 to $23
KidZania is a popular play place for kids around the world. It is an edutainment center where kids can play pretend for a day. They can pretend to become a professional and a grownup. For example, kids can try to be a police officer, a dentist, a secret agent, or even a pilot. With about 60 workplaces, kids can imagine being adults for a day – working in their ideal professional role, earning money called Kidzos, and spending money in whatever recreation they want. At KidZania, kids are taught how to make the best decisions as if they are already grown-ups. Plus, they get to experience the life of being an adult with their chosen profession.
If ever your kids want to learn how to dive and explore underwater, their chance to do so is in Malaysia. Located in Teluk Dalam, The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort boasts of a beautiful beach where families and tourists can relax. The resort also offers diving courses for kids and adults alike in its very own diving center. The PADI Junior Scuba Diver Course in The Taaras is open for kids from age 10 and above. Meanwhile, those who are 12 years old and above can join the PADI Junior Open Water Course. Younger kids, i.e. 8 years old, can join the Bubblemaker Course, too. Plus, your whole family can bond over a snorkelling adventure and spot the lovely fishes.
Cost: $3.6 to $6
Malaysia has become popular all over the world because of its spices. At Jalan Teluk Bahang, the Tropical Spice Garden will allow your family to indulge in an eco adventure. You and your kids can explore the beautiful gardens, follow the relaxing nature trails, and enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Moreover, your whole family can have a friendly competition over a game of Snakes and Ladders, although this time, it’ll be in 3D. Don’t worry, the snakes aren’t real snakes but slides which your kids would love to play on again and again. For sure, the kids will have a lovely time in this charming garden.
The list can go on and on about activities you can do in Malaysia with the kids. Try the above places we mentioned, and tell us about your whole experience.
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