New program attracts tourists
Malaysia has recently launched a new durian tourism program with tour packages including sightseeing, culinary, and resort experiences to attract tourists.
Malaysia's "Durian Tourism 2024-2025" program includes 62 tours from 27 local tour operators, spanning across 12 states of the country. These tours not only focus on enjoying durian but also combine other experiential activities such as picnics, resorts or participating in entertainment activities, exploring and learning about local culinary culture.
The new program includes sightseeing, culinary and resort experiences to attract tourists.
Featured tour packages include
Jom Pi Dusun: A relaxing day trip with a local durian tasting experience, fresh honey and a traditional Malaysian lunch by the river.
Durian with Mother Nature Glamping: Three-day, two-night stay at a modern jungle chalet, enjoy traditional Malaysian rice dish nasi lemak with durian and relax in a hot spring.
Genting Highlands & Durian: Full day tour to Musang King durian orchard in Raub district, combine durian tasting with coconut water and Skyway cable car ride to Genting Highlands.
Kuala Selangor - Sekinchan - Durian Tour: Two days one night trip including eagle watching, firefly river cruise, Sky Mirror beach view and durian tasting at homestay.
Sehari D Dusun: A day of durian eating combined with river rafting, jungle trekking and tree walking.
Tours cost between $15 and $40 per person, depending on the day or tour, with group tours costing between $80 and $255 for groups of two to eight people.
New tour packages give tourists the opportunity to experience local culture in Malaysia.
According to Mr. Akbal Setia, representative of Tourism Malaysia, the launch of these tour packages highlights the growing popularity of Malaysian durian and culinary tourism. Durian, with its distinctive aroma and thorny shell, has always been a fruit that holds a special place in Malaysian culture. Experiential tourism related to durian has been thriving here, especially during the harvest season from late May to August. With the new tour packages, Malaysia offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in local traditions.
The country’s tourism industry expects to sell around 2 million different durian tours in 2024 and 2025, with the cheapest tours starting at $15. In a bid to highlight the popularity and quality of these packages, visitors can find detailed information on durian tourism products on the Tourism Malaysia website to learn more about this exciting program.
