Flight time
The flight from Auckland to Malaysia takes roughly 11 hours nonstop. It takes a while to get there but the sights and sounds of this vibrant destination will soon have you ready for action.
A melting pot of culture, nature and mouthwatering flavour
Malaysia is a fascinating fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous cultures, making every encounter a window into something new. Everyone you meet brings a little of their story to your holiday – and that diversity runs through everything.
It’s also a country of contrasts. In Kuala Lumpur, sleek skyscrapers and mega malls sit side by side with bustling night markets and fragrant street food stalls. In Penang, colonial-era buildings frame streets that pulse with bold modern art and creativity.
Nature lovers are spoiled for choice – hike through Borneo’s lush rainforests, spot orangutans in the wild, or sink into the golden sands of Langkawi. And the food? It’s the ultimate cultural mash-up – from spicy laksa and rich beef rendang to buttery roti canai, smoky satay and hand-pulled noodles.
Chase waterfalls, temple-hop, snorkel turquoise bays, explore centuries of history or simply follow your nose to the next hawker stall – Malaysia is an adventure for all your senses.
Let our Malaysia specialists plan your perfect Asian escape.
Best time to go
Malaysia is a year-round destination, but December–February is best for the west coast, March–May for wildlife and beaches, June–September for Kuala Lumpur and diving, and October–November for Melaka and the Cameron Highlands.
Time difference
Malaysia is 4–5 hours behind New Zealand depending on Daylight Saving in NZ. It won't take too long to get your body on to local time.
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Pearls of Southeast Asia - Feb 2027
Set sail roundtrip from Singapore onboard Sapphire Princess®. Explore the vibrant cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia, unwind on Thailand’s tropical shores, and discover Malaysia’s rich heritage in Penang and Kuala Lumpur, with relaxing sea days in between.
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Your holiday begins with a 3-night stay in vibrant Singapore, before setting sail across Southeast Asia’s most captivating destinations.
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Meet our Malaysia specialists
Cheryl Edwards
House of Travel Albany
I’ve been fortunate to
travel extensively and live in some amazing cities.
I'd love to inspire you to travel more by drawing on my personal experiences
& knowledge to make your dreams a reality
As a travel agent with 30+ (gulp) years of experience, I’ve learned that
no two journeys are ever the same—and that’s what keeps this job exciting.
While travel is one of life’s greatest pleasures, planning it can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. I’ll take care of every detail so you can focus on what matters most: making unforgettable memories.
"Because life’s too short not to see the world"
Cheryl
Nicci Smith
House of Travel Ellerslie
I love everything about travel - the exploring new or much loved places,
the landscapes, food, drink, history, culture, language, adventure, time with
loved ones and the anticipation!
I have travelled a lot of the world and now love to do so with my family.
We return to UK/Europe to visit family but I also love the amazing places
we have closer to home - the Pacific Islands, Australia and Asia. I also
love getting into the outdoors you can't beat NZ for that.
Planning holidays is my dream job - and taking the time to listen to your
needs, make suggestions where needed and matching it all up with something that
suits you and your budget is always my goal.
Having worked in travel for 20 years + in a range of roles including wholesale
reservations, corporate travel and retail, you can rest assured you are dealing
with experience. I am friendly, responsive and efficient, and love to
find good deals for my clients.
I really look forward to meeting and working with you.
Nicci
Kirsty Stalker
House of Travel Northlink (formerly Northlands)
With over 12 years in the industry I have always had travel and tourism in my blood, including working as cabin crew for nearly 8 years. I was so lucky to visit so many great destinations while working and on personal trips.
When I'm not working you will find me at home cooking and spending quality time with my young family and friends.
Kirsty
Chloe McKellar
House of Travel Wellington City
Hi all - please note that I am on maternity leave until September 2026 :)
Customer service has always been drilled into me. After begging my way
into a cafe job at 14, I then spent 12 years working in the hospitality
industry supervising restaurants and managing specialty cafes which also
founded my love for all different types of foods.
After spending 3 years in Melbourne, 6 months in South East Asia and a few
years in the UK I finally made the switch to the travel industry where I have
been able to share my love for travel and customer service ever since.
I made it through the dark years of COVID in the industry which has led me to
know to dig that little bit deeper into my clients' travel plans to create that
perfect trip, and ensure we really have the best option for you in terms of
comfort, reliability, and service. As we just don't know what is round the
corner, do we!
I've travelled extensively across Southeast Asia, UK and Europe, spent a lot of
time exploring properties in Fiji (and relaxing by the beach), road tripped in
California and in 2024 I visited South Africa in Feb, Japan, South Korea and
Taipei! I've got many more places on my bucket list to visit, but if I haven't
been, I've got a superb team of people behind me who have and we'll work out
the best trip for you! My ultimate passion when I travel is trying local foods,
and finding the best possible places to have that authentic experience that we
wouldn't be able to have at home. So if that resonates with you, I'd love to
hear from you and let's put together your foodie adventure, together :)
Chloe
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