Tis the season of love, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s than with a lovey dovey outing!
There’s no need to break the bank with an expensive overseas trip either, as there’s tons of romantic attractions in Malaysia to choose from!
So, let’s skip the courtship and head straight for Malaysia’s most romantic getaways.
Pulau Betong, Penang
A heart-shaped island. What more do you need?
Okay, maybe you can’t visit the island directly, or even get a good view of it easily, but there’s still plenty to do around this curious love letter of Mother Nature!
After feasting on the selfie spots, jetty and seafood at Kuala Pulau Betong, you can either head east towards the pretty paddy fields of Balik Pulau or go west for the secluded sands of Pasir Panjang.
Either way, you’ll spend a quiet Valentine’s together in quieter, more intimate side of Penang.
And speaking of Penang…
Love Lane, Penang
Penang’s Georgetown is famed as a UNESCO-recognized heritage district and a magnet for those looking for that prewar magic.
But if there’s love to be found in these heritage districts, then it’s probably in Love Lane!
Did You Know? Love Lane apparently earned its name from sailors who would visit their lovers here. Alternatively, it came from Chinese merchants who kept mistresses at the nearby Muntri Street.
This 300m street toward the northern tip of Georgetown is full of bougie cafes, bars and restaurants, offering a more refined palette compared to the humble hawkers of Chulia Street or Gurney Drive. Perfect places to order a side of flirting!
Out on the streets, there are a ton of insta-friendly signboards and street art to brag all about your romantic vacation too.
Sure, it’s all kinda touristy, but if you’re already checking out Georgetown, Love Lane is worth a stop!
Langkawi Skybridge, Kedah
One Langkawi attraction that doesn’t get nearly enough attention is the Langkawi skybridge.
Accessible via the Langkawi SkyCab cable car, the bridge traces an arc towards the Malacca Straits and offers lovebirds breathtaking views of the surrounding archipelago and its islands.
Once you’re done with the views, you can also grab a lock engraved with you and your SO’s names and add it to the love lock attraction.
On clear days, the crimson red locks look stunning with the sapphire sky and waters. Second only to your darling, of course!
Pulau Pangkor, Perak
The East Coast has arguably some of Peninsular Malaysia’s best beaches for a Valentine’s getaway, but what’s one to do when it’s monsoon season from November to March?
Well, there’s Pangkor.
This island just off the Perak coast is an easy Valentine’s pick thanks to its ease of access (just a 15-minute ferry ride) and variety of attractions.
Bask at Pangkor’s pristine Pasir Bogak and Teluk Nipah beaches, take a moderately taxing hike up Pangkor Hill for panoramic views or even pay a visit to the temples and mosques in town – there’s something in Pangkor for both extrovert and introvert lovebirds.
Gunung Ledang, Johor
Way down south in Johor, the gargantuan profile of Gunung Ledang is the stuff of legends.
The mountain was once said to be the dwelling of a magical princess who was wooed by the Malaccan Sultan. In the end, the latter failed to fulfill all of her demands and turned the mountain into a symbol of deep, if foolish, love.
However, there’s no need to be so dramatic on your date here, as the area’s Taman Hutan Lagenda park hosts everything from challenging hikes, serene rivers and cozy glamping sites as well as chalets.
Better yet, the mountain is also a stone’s throw away from the history-steeped streets of Melaka too!
Kundasang, Sabah
Another highland hangout, this time in East Malaysia, Kundasang is widely considered to be Malaysia’s answer to the Alps.
Verdant pastures grazed by cows, an unusually cool climate and sleepy rural towns mingle with one another underneath the majestic ridges of Mount Kinabalu.
If both of you aren’t feeding cattle at the Desa Dairy Farm, then you’ll be up one the various hiking trails or paying your respects at the Kundasang War Memorial. Or you could both simply laze about one of the many chalets that open up to the misty Kinabalu peaks.
Bongawan, Sabah
At first glance, Bongawan seems like any other sleepy Borneo town.
But once you and your darling are done checking out the town’s unbelievably old wooden shophouses, you’ll undoubtedly be drawn to the surrounding wetlands and rivers.
Here, the mangrove wetlands at Padas Damit house a huge collection of charming fauna that includes fireflies and proboscis monkeys – both of which you can spot by river cruise!
Of course, if both of you are shutterbugs, you can simply head down to the coast at Sky Mirror Beach, where dazzling mirror-like waters are set ablaze during sunset.
Fairy Cave, Sarawak
Located 50km from Kuching near the town of Bau, the Fairy Cave is a series of limestone tunnels peppered by sunlit shafts that are guaranteed to get lovey-dovey hearts racing!
Though they aren’t as jaw-droppingly massive as the UNESCO-recognized Mulu Caves, the Fairy Caves are much more easily navigable by stairs, though some areas can be really steep.
Besides thrills and chills for couples navigating the darker, mossy portions of the caves, there’s also a section with an elevated opening that casts a blinding ray of light into the otherwise dark cave – perfect for silhouette selfies!
Lovebirds can also check out the nearby Wind Cave, where colonies of bats and swiftlets await those in love and lovers of nature.
Note: Visitor numbers to Fairy Cave are restricted. To enter, you will need to book a timeslots via the Sarawak Forestry Corporation website.
For more modest romantic hangouts in Malaysia, you can check out our Valentine’s recommendations for introvert and extroverts or more ambitious overseas retreats for the day of love!
Links
Travel Weekly Asia – Life in the love lane
https://www.travelweekly-asia.com/Destination-Travel/Life-in-the-love-lane
Ummi Around Malaysia – Fairy Cave Sarawak Travel Guide
https://ummiaroundmalaysia.com/fairy-cave-sarawak/
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