30 Best Nature Places to Visit in Malaysia

Malaysia is known for its nature, with rainforests, mountains, waterfalls, caves and wildlife. This guide covers the 30 best nature places to visit in Malaysia.

Rainforests

1. Taman Negara, Pahang

Taman Negara is a national park in Pahang, with rainforest and wildlife. See our best nature attractions in Pahang guide.

2. Royal Belum, Perak

Royal Belum is a rainforest area in Perak. See our best nature places in Perak guide.

3. Bako National Park, Sarawak

Bako National Park is a national park in Sarawak. See our Bako National Park travel guide guide.

4. Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak

Gunung Mulu National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See our Gunung Mulu National Park travel guide guide.

5. Danum Valley, Sabah

Danum Valley is a rainforest area in Sabah. See our best nature attractions in Sabah guide.

6. Lambir Hills National Park, Sarawak

Lambir Hills National Park is a national park near Miri. See our best national parks in Sarawak guide.

Mountains

7. Mount Kinabalu, Sabah

Mount Kinabalu is a mountain in Sabah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See our Mount Kinabalu travel guide guide.

8. Mount Tahan, Pahang

Mount Tahan is a mountain in Pahang, in Taman Negara. See our best nature attractions in Pahang guide.

9. Mount Santubong, Sarawak

Mount Santubong is a mountain near Kuching. See our best things to do in Damai guide.

10. Gunung Mulu, Sarawak

Gunung Mulu is a mountain in Sarawak. See our Gunung Mulu National Park travel guide guide.

11. Gunung Jerai, Kedah

Gunung Jerai is a mountain in Kedah. See our best nature attractions in Kedah guide.

Waterfalls

12. Kota Tinggi Waterfalls, Johor

Kota Tinggi Waterfalls is a waterfall in Johor. See our best things to do in Kota Tinggi guide.

13. Lata Kinjang, Perak

Lata Kinjang is a waterfall in Perak. See our best waterfalls in Perak guide.

14. Chamang Waterfalls, Pahang

Chamang Waterfalls is a waterfall in Pahang. See our best waterfalls in Pahang guide.

15. Sekinchan Waterfalls, Selangor

Note: Sekinchan is known for paddy fields, not waterfalls. See our best things to do in Sekinchan guide.

16. Selangor Waterfalls

Selangor has waterfalls. See our best waterfalls in Selangor guide.

17. Perak Waterfalls

Perak has waterfalls. See our best waterfalls in Perak guide.

18. Pahang Waterfalls

Pahang has waterfalls. See our best waterfalls in Pahang guide.

19. Kedah Waterfalls

Kedah has waterfalls. See our best waterfalls in Kedah guide.

20. Kelantan Waterfalls

Kelantan has waterfalls. See our best waterfalls in Kelantan guide.

Caves

21. Batu Caves, Selangor

Batu Caves is a cave and cultural landmark in Selangor. See our places to visit in Selangor guide.

22. Niah Caves, Sarawak

The Niah Caves are caves in Sarawak. See our best national parks in Sarawak guide.

23. Gua Kelam, Perlis

Gua Kelam is a cave in Perlis. See our Gua Kelam travel guide guide.

24. Gunung Mulu Caves, Sarawak

Gunung Mulu has caves. See our Gunung Mulu National Park travel guide guide.

Wildlife

25. Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Sarawak

Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is a wildlife centre near Kuching, known for orangutans. See our best wildlife experiences in Sarawak guide.

26. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sabah

Sepilok is a wildlife centre in Sabah. See our best wildlife experiences in Sabah guide.

27. Kinabatangan River, Sabah

The Kinabatangan River is a river in Sabah, popular for wildlife. See our best wildlife experiences in Sabah guide.

28. Kuala Gandah, Pahang

Kuala Gandah is an elephant sanctuary in Pahang. See our best nature attractions in Pahang guide.

Other Nature Destinations

29. Cameron Highlands, Pahang

Cameron Highlands is a highland area in Pahang, with tea plantations and nature. See our places to visit in Pahang guide.

30. Setiu Wetlands, Terengganu

Setiu Wetlands is a wetland area in Terengganu. See our best nature attractions in Terengganu guide.

Practical Tips

• Weather: Malaysia is tropical year-round. Rain is possible year-round. Check weather conditions before your trip. See our best time to visit Malaysia guide.
• National parks: Check current park regulations, fees, access and trail conditions with official sources before visiting.
• Wildlife: Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Encounters depend on natural conditions.
• Safety: Stay on marked trails. Do not wander off trails in the rainforest. Bring insect repellent.
• Getting around: A car is useful for exploring mainland nature destinations. See our car rental Malaysia guide.

FAQ

What are the best nature places in Malaysia?

The best nature places include Taman Negara, Bako National Park, Gunung Mulu, Mount Kinabalu and Cameron Highlands. See our places to visit in Malaysia guide.

Can I hike in Malaysia?

Yes — Malaysia has hiking, including Mount Kinabalu, Gunung Mulu and Cameron Highlands. Stay on marked trails and check current trail status with official sources. See our best nature places in Malaysia guide.

Where can I see wildlife in Malaysia?

Wildlife can be seen at Semenggoh, Sepilok, Kinabatangan River and Taman Negara. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. See our places to visit in Malaysia guide.

Conclusion

Malaysia has some of the best nature destinations in Southeast Asia. For more ideas, see our places to visit in Malaysia, things to do in Malaysia and Malaysia travel bucket list guides.