Explore the "World's Largest Cave" in Malaysia this Summer

Travel Center / Taipei Report

Summer vacation is peak season for "family trips" and "graduation trips." Still undecided about where to go? Malaysia combines island getaways and eco-tourism, and is also home to Asia’s only LEGOLAND and Hello Kitty Land—making it the perfect summer travel destination.

Malaysia’s islands boast enviable scenic beauty, making them a top choice for global tourists seeking island holidays. Especially in “Land Below the Wind” Sabah, with its swaying coconut groves, pristine white-sand beaches, and relaxing sunbathing under blue skies and white clouds, it’s truly uplifting. For those craving thrilling water activities—whether banana boat rides, parasailing, jet skiing, or other gear harder to try back in Taiwan—Sabah’s island resorts can satisfy that adrenaline rush. Even if you’re not a strong swimmer but don’t want to just gaze at the underwater world through a glass window, try Sabah’s popular recent trend: “seawalking.” Just wear an oxygen-filled glass helmet and stroll freely underwater, swimming alongside tropical fish and coral in a vibrant marine world.


▲Seawalking is one of the most popular water activities in Sabah in recent years, allowing even non-swimmers to explore the underwater world with ease. (Photo / Provided by Tourism Malaysia)

In recent years, island getaways have expanded beyond beach fun to embrace more natural scenery. Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu National Park features pristine rainforests and a unique ecological treasure trove, where you can breathe in the forest air with Malaysia’s endemic proboscis monkeys or spend evenings on rivers surrounded by thousands of fireflies.


▲The Deer Cave in Mulu National Park is the world’s largest cave. (Photo / Provided by Tourism Malaysia)

Additionally, Sarawak, known as the "Amazon of the East," boasts distinctive limestone caves. For example, the Deer Cave in Mulu National Park is the world’s largest cave—big enough to park 40 Boeing 747s—and the Clearwater Cave is the largest in Southeast Asia. These have earned it recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Summer is family travel season, but parents often struggle to choose itineraries that please both adults and kids. Malaysia offers a variety of uniquely themed amusement parks, such as Asia’s only LEGOLAND Malaysia and Japan’s only overseas Hello Kitty Land, both located in Johor Bahru, Johor. They are the top picks for Asian theme park trips among parents this summer.

 
The world’s sixth and only LEGOLAND of its kind officially opened in Malaysia late last year, featuring seven themed zones, over 40 rides, and a Mini LAND made from 30 million LEGO bricks. The “Little World” theme song, built with 3 million LEGO bricks, recreates famous Asian landmarks at a 1:20 scale. At LEGOLAND, not only do kids love it, but adults can also have plenty of fun—fulfilling everyone’s dreams.

Hello Kitty Theme Park is the only overseas park directly authorized by Japan. Once inside, visitors become part of Hello Kitty’s cartoon kingdom. Through cutting-edge interactive technology, the park showcases “Black Wonder” together with Hello Kitty. You can also take photos with Hello Kitty and her friends, enjoy stage performances, and create unforgettable memories. This summer, whether you love thrilling water sports, relaxing island stays, or planning a family-friendly theme park adventure, Malaysia is a fantastic choice.