Malaysia

Gap Year Malaysia

A gap year in Malaysia is an excellent choice for many reasons. From a practical point of view a gap year in Malaysia is easy to build in to a round the world itinerary – either before or after Thailand. However if you’re not wanting to travel round the world, a Malaysia gap year is well worth considering in its own right. A Malaysia gap year provides some of the finest beaches in Southeast Asia (including the idyllic Perhentian Islands) as well as loads of interesting places to explore inland. Away from the mainland you could also opt to spend your gap year in Malaysia exploring jungles and rainforest on the island of Borneo – the home of the gravely endangered orang-utan (the only great ape found outside of Africa).

An excellent Malaysia gap year option is to do some volunteer work whilst you’re out there. Real Gap has a number of exciting and worthwhile Malaysia volunteer projects to choose from – including two superb orang-utan conservation projects on Borneo.

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Volunteer in Malaysia

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	Borneo Pygmy Elephant and Orangutan Conservation Tour

Help protect endangered Pygmy elephants, see wild orangutans and proboscis monkeys, take a river safari and visit Kinabalu National Park. You'll stay in a comfortable riverside eco-lodge, in the heart of the jungle.


	Borneo Tribeschildren and Horses Volunteer

A dream for horse lovers and anyone who enjoys the outside – you’ll be fully immersed in rural life, helping with everything from training horses and farm work to teaching English and preparing activities for the children.


	Malaysia Coral Reef and Turtle Conservation

After taking or upgrading a PADI diving certificate, you’ll be able to dive in Malaysia’s clear blue waters, swimming among the marine life and helping protect turtle eggs and coral.


	Malaysia Zoo Volunteer

Help out zookeepers and learn about the likes and dislikes of sun bears, camels, elephants, tigers and more. Your tasks might include feeding, cleaning out and catching the animals and working as a guide.

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	Orang-utan Experience Volunteer Malaysia

Work with orang-utans in a zoo, before seeing them in a rehabilitation centre and the wild. The trip takes you deep into the Bornean jungle, where you’ll help build trails and get to know the Iban tribes.


	Turtle and Dive Volunteer Malaysia

Learn to scuba dive and help protect endangered turtles. Observe and record the turtles’ behaviour as they lay eggs and help clear the beaches of debris. Get an internationally recognised diving certificate, too

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	Your Complete South East Asia Gap Year

Discover why so many travellers love this part of the world! Volunteer in India, spend eight weeks in Thailand and work with the wildlife in Malaysia. You’ll get to see things many people miss.