Can you have a winter holiday and see snow in Malaysia?


Pieces of ice have been spotted at the peak of Mount Kinabalu due to the cold weather. — Photos: Filepics

Winter is the last thing you would associate Malaysia with. But the idea of a cooling holiday isn’t totally far-fetched at some interesting destinations and attractions in the country. If you need a holiday from our hot and humid climate, here are some places to experience some semblance of winter.

Mount Kinabalu, Sabah

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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