best local experiences

Malaysia
Dining on street food in KL - Malay, Chinese or Indian.

Borneo
Trying village life, and the local drop, in a Borneo longhouse.

Indonesia
Enjoying a Sasak feast with a local family in Lombok.

Thailand
Trekking through the jungle to stay at a hilltribe village.

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There's no better place to get local than in South East Asia. And travelling the Intrepid way gets you to the heart of local life here, like no other.

So step out of the world you know and become part of local life in South East Asia with Intrepid.

Guided by our wonderful local leaders, you'll see more than just the usual sights, you'll discover the world through new eyes.

follow the leader!
A selection of our top leaders will be blogging from South East Asia throughout May. Follow them to get the real local lowdown.

Leader name: Tik
Country: Thailand
Current trip: Treasures of the North
Best local experience: Trekking to visit hilltribes.
Tip to get local: Any chance you get, join in!

Leader name: Joanna
Country: Borneo
Current trip: Sarawak - The Headhunters Trail
Best local experience: Staying in the long house.
Tip to get local: Speak to local people.

Leader name: Maman
Country: Indonesia
Current trip: Bali Adventure
Best local experience: Snorkelling off islands.
Tip to get local: Smile at every turn.

Leader name: Goal
Country: Malaysia
Current trip: Colours of Asia
Best local experience: Making new friends.
Tip to get local: Do not have any expectations.

Leader name: Jun
Country: Borneo
Current trip: Sabah - The Land Beneath the Wind
Best local experience: First sight of an orangutan.
Tip to get local: Sink into your new environment.

Leader name: Tik
Country: Thailand
Current trip: Treasures of the South
Best local experience: Sea safari to islands.
Tip to get local: Be brave & try the local food.

Leader name: Soon
Country: Thailand
Current trip: Timeless Thailand
Best local experience: Canal tour in Bangkok.
Tip to get local: Never be embarrassed to interact!

Leader name: Maman
Country: Indonesia
Current trip: East Indies Explorer
Best local experience: Visiting the Green Canyon.
Tip to get local: Do not compare with home.

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