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Introduction:
The Islander is a specialist in marketing the eco-adventure & leisure packages of Malaysia as an Event Organizer (not a travel agent and not a tour guide) taking care of you beginning with your arrival at a designated airport or at any other designated rendezvous-point. There are various exciting packages which are of high endurance activity providing adventures for a memory of a life-time. The Islander has selected places of rare ecological beauty which may be diminished, damaged or may disappear due to economic-development and population-expansion. Please refer herein to the wide choice of packages offered.
The packages of Malaysian Eco-tourism takes you to the vast tropical rainforests in each designated state. Besides the rainforest, native villages, wildlife, plant-life, land-formation and much of the ecology as a whole in those areas will be exposed to your senses.
The Islander as an organizer of personalized and uniquely planned itineraries of various packages, working with licensed and reputable facility and service providers such as hotel-operators, land transport-operators, boat-transport-operators, jungle guides and sight-seeing tour-guides.
Malaysia comprises 14 states namely Penang, Kedah, Perak, Selangor, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Labuan, Pahang, Perlis, Trengganu, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Johore, Malacca, Sarawak and Sabah. Each state has its unique cultures and traditions as well as its eco-tourism attractions.
Terms and conditions of buying any packages will be based on the respective package. This is because the Islander offers packages based on the individual request of each client. It is always different and specially catered, which brings you to our motto: The Islander is Personalized In Every Way. Purchase of any flight tickets, flight arrival and departure schedules are the sole responsibility of the client, The Islander shall not be responsible in this matter. Due to the focus being on high adventure of exploring the wilderness clients are advised to carry as little baggage as possible and wear decent but protective clothes during travel to such places. Ensure medication, insect repellant, sun block, mineral water, biscuits, chocolate, torch-light, rain-coat, first-aid kit, mobile phone with global roaming and jackets are packed into your backpack for the day to day journey. The itinerary will ensure that rest and meal times are properly scheduled. Your accommodation in well managed tourist class hotel, resort or chalet will be booked and paid in advance by The Islander. All land and water-based transport fares shall be paid by you as you journey to those places. A travel-escort for a fee if needed can be considered. Camping gear and guide-fee where necessary will be organized by The Islander and costs included into the package-price.
Important Notice
It is the responsibility of foreign clients' entering Malaysia to ensure that they have valid passports at least SIX (6) months validity from date of travel where necessary.
For information and bookings please contact: The Islander at mobile phone.: +6+019+2244551 or postal address: P.O. Box 190, 08007 Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia or e-mail to: islander_ent@yahoo.com
Please read and understand the Disclaimer at the end of this page. |
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Langkawi Island (State of Kedah) |
A paradise of eco-tourism. Langkawi offers almost everything a visitor would wish. Langkawi has an International Airport and vibrant commercial town-centre in Kuah. Being a duty-free port shopping for oriental-fashion, tobacco, wine, chocolate,souvenir, art and craft is exciting. Experience desserted islands, mysterious Dayang Bunting Island, unique and rare birds, flora and fauna of tropical rainforest, go island hopping, snorkel or scuba-dive at Payar Island for pristine underwater coral, do aqua sports, deep-sea fishing, explore mysterious caves, climb the incredible Mat Chincang cliff, this mountain has rock formation of 500-600million years old, cruise along Kisap River for scenic Mangrove jungles, enjoy sunset dinner cruise, visit the Tomb of Mahsuri, the Underwater World, Cable Car Ride, Telaga Harbor Yacht Club and beautiful beaches. There is much much more, please check with The Islander to make your wishes come true. |
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| Mainland Kedah |
Mainland Kedah has an excellent variety of eco-tourism highlights such as Jerai Mountain, the Bujang valley Candi archeological site and museum, scenic Mangrove Forest of Merbok River, world's longest Tree Top Canopy Walk, adventurous Bintang Mountain and white water rafting along Sedim River, cascading GadingWaterfall and GadingRriver, therapeutic hotspring pool in Ulu Legong Resort with packages for jungle tracking, cave exploration, island hopping to Song Song Island, Telor Island and Bidan Island from Merbok River or Pantai Beach. The geological features offer opportunities for marathon endurance races on land, river and sea, aqua-sports, bazaars of Pekan Rabu in Alor Setar and Thai-Malaysian Sunday Market in Kaki Bukit, state of Perlis and much much more. |
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| Royal Belum National Park Forest & Temenggong Lake (State of Perak) |
The Islander focuses into a unique package for Perak, that is the 117,500-hectare Royal Belum Forest and the 152 sq. km. Temenggong Forest Lake, located in one of the world's oldest rainforest. The package involves a Boathouse floating in Temenggong Lake. The journey itself to the lake is scenic and interesting. The Belum forest has been a sanctuary for flora and fauna since 120 million years. Elephants, tigers, black panters, clouded leopards, rhinoceros, tapirs, sun bears, deer, seladang, serows and more than 250 species of birds are known to habitat here. Rafflesia, wild orchid, ferns, palms and medicinal plants thrive here too. Fishing is the main draw to the rivers of the Temenggong Lake but other activities like jungle trekking, visiting a native village, canoeing, boating and bird-watching are popular.
The Islander will make this journey your life-time experience to cherish. |
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| Sarawak of Malaysian Borneo( Land Of The Hornbill) |
The largest state of Malaysia with a tropical climate of 23 to 32 degrees Celsius has a rainy season from November to February which brings heavier rain and cool evenings. Sarawak displays rich eco-tourism and native cultural attractions. Its biggest festival is “Gawai” , harvest festival, celebtrated by natives and every Sarawakian on June 1st of each year. Places of interests are; the capital city of Kuching which offers you in its vicinity the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre,Jawa Village, Botanical Research Centre, Forest Nursery, Plank-Walk, Bunuk Long House, Annah Rais Long House, Sarawak Museum, visit to Damai where luxurious beach resorts and the Sarawak Cultural Village (various native cultures are witnessed) are located, the Bako National Park which is the oldest and also the nearest to Kuching. The Kubah National Park is 45 minutes drive from Kuching. The Santubong Peninsula also offers trips to malay fishing villages, seafood restaurants, island-hopping and river-cruises. Not to be missed is the Sunday Market in Kuching which actually starts on Saturday afternoon. All of these not far from the city of Kuching. The Islander will schedule an itinerary to cover all of these exciting visits specially for you.
Miri is a major highlight of your visit to Sarawak Borneo. Miri offers the world its Mulu National Park and Niah Great Cave located in Niah National park.
Sibu in Central Sarawak offers you its Rajang River which the main gateway to inland towns, native villages and long houses as well as a good starting point for river cruises.
Bintulu is north of Sibu. Bintulu is every tourist's dream-Similajau National Park with its perfect emerald waters, tropical rainforest and long golden sandy beaches. The park offers activities such as jungle-trekking, bird-watching, river and coastal cruises. The Islander is passionate about everything that is Sarawak, ask for something special so that an itinerary can be scheduled. |
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| Redang Island, Tengah Island & Perhentian Island |
of the vast and deep ocean of South China Sea can be visited from the State Of Trengganu. These islands with quiet and beautiful sandy beaches are remotely located off the mainland. These islands are popular for snorkeling, scuba-diving, deep-sea fishing, aqua sports and the beautiful resort-living. The Islander can arrange a package to suit your desire. |
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| Kenyir Lake |
in the interior of the State of Trengganu covers 260,000-hectares,is the largest man-made lake in South-East-Asia. The lake is dotted with 340 islands,more than 14 waterfalls and home to numerous species of freshwater fishes, exotic wildlife and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Kenyir Lake is also a gateway to Taman Negara. Popular activites are fishing, camping, jungle trekking, boating and water sports. The highest peak in Kenyir Lake is Mount Chergau however a popular climb is to Mount Gagau (4,514ft) which is the second highest peak. |
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Penang Island (Pearl Of The Orient) |
This island in northern peninsula of Malaysia has a rich heritage of British colonialism and the melting pot of migrants who collectively developed Penang. Places of interests are the snake temple, Penang hill, clansmen mansion of rich Chinese cultural architecture known as Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Kapitan Keling Mosque, Mahamariammal Hindu Temple, Fort Cornwallis, vibrant Little India, St. George's Church, Acheen Streen Malay Mosque, Kek Lok Si Temple, Thai temple:Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram, the stretch of luxurious resorts along Batu Ferringhi Beach and Teluk Bahang Beach. Penang is internationally known for its rich variety of hawker food , fine dining, shopping and entertainment. There is much much more, tell The Islander what you like to experience, so that special itinerary can be scheduled just for you. |
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Kuala Lumpur Package
The Islander has arranged a fun-filled and active itinerary which includes the tours of Kuala Lumpur City, Kuala Lumpur Countryside, whole day tour to the historic city of the State of Malacca, whole day Crab Island Tour, whole day Genting Highlands Tour. The Petronas Twin Towers shopping paradise, leisure and entertainment mecca is left to your free and easy time while in Kuala Lumpur. Night tour including a dinner and visit to China Town Nigh Market is scheduled in the package. The ever changing capital city of Malaysia will astound you, there is much much more that the Islander can arrange for you.
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Kota Bahru (State of Kelantan)
The people of Kelantan known as Kelantanese have a very unique dialect, tradition and culture from the rest of other states in Malaysia. Their women folk are traditionally the business entrepreneurs in the society. Kelantan is well-known for its hand-woven “kain songket” using silver or gold threads, for embroidary and design, good buys are silverware, goldware and many other handicrafts. The market place in the mornings is a colorful and exciting visit. |
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Taman Negara Package
(The Premier and First National Park of Malaysia) |
The islander has designed this package with an option to include the climb of Tahan Mountain, the highest peak in peninsula Malaysia. To undertake both the feat a total of 10 to 12 days is needed to truly appreciate the experience into such a beautiful wilderness and testing of your spiritual mental and physical limits. The Islander package will include all necessary facilities and services (resort-accommodation, meals, river-boat-charter, jungle guides, camping equipment, packed food, medical-kit, etc.) to make this journey as pleasure-able as possible.
Cherating
The popular drive from Kuala Lumpur to Cherating is where you can see rustic and lovely chalets and resorts dotting the long Cherating Beach. This stretch of beach has beautiful malay villages or kampungs most of the villagers being fishermen. You can enjoy a leisurely stay at Cherating if you wish to experience the Malaysian village life. Sea sports is popular along this coastal region. Take a river cruise along the Kuantan River leaving a bustling capital city and gradually going to fishing villages and mangrove forests. Taman Negara through Kuala Tahan, Cherating, Kuantan, Fraser's Hill, Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands are all in the State of Pahang. |
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| Sabah Of Malaysian Borneo (Land Below The Wind) |
Sabah is the northern most tip of the whole of Borneo. The ancient traditions and cultures of more than 30 ethic groups add spectacular experience for any visitor to “the land below the wind”.
The biggest festival celebrated by the natives and all Sabahans is “Keamatan”, it's a harvest festival. Potent rice-wine called “lihiing” or “hiing” is offered to visitors of native long houses. Sabah is surrounded by the South China Sea, Sulu Sea and Celebes Sea. It has an area of 74,500 sq. km. with temperatures 23 to 33 degrees Celsius with cooler weather up in the mountains. The Kadazans and Dusuns make up the majority of the natives while the others are the Bajaus and Muruts. Mount Kinabalu (4,095.2 m) is surrounded in mist and clouds, it is a popular climb to the peak for those who are experienced climbers and inexperienced. The mountains is located within the Kinabalu Park, less than 2 hours drive from Kota Kinabalu which is the capital of Sabah. The park has the Poring Hot Springs which offers a natural health spa in an open-air Japanese-style baths amidst a tropical forest setting.
Cruise the mighty Kinabatangan River where only in Borneo and along this river 10 species of primates is known to be found, further visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabiliation Centre, see the gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Sabah is blessed with islands and crystal clear waters, sandy beaches and beautiful corals. World famous dive sites are surrounding the Layang Layang Atoll, Sipadan Island (an absolute oceanic island) and Mabul Island. Deep sea fishing is also a popular game.
Windsurfing, waterskiing and yachting are ideal in this part of the South China Sea.
There is much much more, The Islander can package all of the wonders of Sabah specially organized in an itinerary just for you.
The Islander has the following specialized packages; Hill Stations & Highlands Package, Holiday Islands Package, Endurance Marathon Challenge Package, Deep-sea Fishing, Weekend Free N Easy Package, School Holidays & Family Package, Mountain Climbing Package, Incentive Group Package, Anniversary Event Package, Golfing Package, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Package, Family Day Package, Jungle Survival Package, High Element Activities Package and much much more, make your enquiries with The Islander and request for an itinerary and a quotation.
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Team -Building, Leadership & Personal Assessment
Management & Leadership Course
Team Building Course
Jungle Survival Course
Motivational Camp
Summer Camp
Nature Study
Eco-Adventure
Extreme Sports & Marathon |
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Activities Organized:
* White water tubing
* White water kayaking
* Blind trail
* War games
* Flying fox
* Mountain hike
* Sea kayaking
* Jungle survival |
* Night walk
* Jungle trekking
* Abseiling / repelling
* War games
* Family day
* Mountain biking |
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Disclaimer
Islander Enterprise (hereinafter called The Islander) acts only as an agent for hotels, bus companies, railway and ferry companies or other services, and all coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets issued by The Islander are issued subject to any and all tariffs, terms and conditions under which all accommodation, transportation or any other services whatsoever are provided by such hotels, companies, owners or contractors, and the acceptance of such coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets, the client agrees to foregoing and also agrees that The Islander nor any parent, or subsidiary or affiliate company , shall be or become liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage to person, property or otherwise whether due to its or their negligence or otherwise in connection with any accommodation, transportation or other services or resulting, directly or indirectly, from acts of God, dangers incident to the sea, fire, breakdown in machinery or equipment, acts of government or other authorities de jure or de facto, wars whether declared or not, hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, pilferage, epidemics, quarantines, medical or customs regulations, delays or cancellations of or changes in itinerary or schedules or from any causes beyond the control of The Islander, or for any loss or damage resulting from improper or insufficient passports, visas or other documents and that neither the The Islander nor any parent, subsidiary or affiliate company shall be or become liable or |
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responsible for any additional expense or liability sustained or incurred by the client as a result of any of the foregoing clauses. The Islander reserves the right to alter, amend or cancel any of the arrangements contained in the itineraries. To the extent not in conflict with or contrary to any written laws, the aforesaid provision shall supply and except as excluded by any laws in force in those countries the limitations relating to liability and other provisions imposed or implied therein shall apply. The sole and exclusive responsibility and liability in The Islander shall be in accordance with the terms and conditions as stipulated based on the sale of each package. All tour services including but not limited to hotel accommodation, restaurants, guide services and transportation are furnished by contractors that are independent and that do not act for or on behalf of The Islander, are not servants of The Islander, and with whom The Islander does not have any business relationship as a joint venture or otherwise. The passage contract in use by those companies who provide services, shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchasers of these tours and / or package, The Islander reserves the right to change the package price without notice due to currency fluctuation or increase in travel fare.
Conditions stated are valid at time of printing. |
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