{"id":57085,"date":"2022-10-02T13:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-02T03:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=57085"},"modified":"2025-06-19T13:33:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T03:33:06","slug":"malaysia-or-indonesia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/malaysia-or-indonesia\/","title":{"rendered":"Malaysia or Indonesia? Your next Asian adventure awaits&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Picking a country out of a hat was <em>sooo<\/em> last year.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019ve picked the continent (<a href=\"\/asia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Asia<\/a>) but can\u2019t settle on the country you want to explore. Don\u2019t be alarmed, it\u2019s an incredibly common problem. Like how are you supposed to decide between the diverse landscapes of <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/malaysia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Malaysia<\/a> or <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/indonesia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indonesia<\/a>\u2019s paradise-like island of <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/bali\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bali<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where we come in. To help you on your way to decision-making success, we\u2019ve put together a guide comparing these two spectacular countries, so you don\u2019t have to spend all your free time googling. You\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re more interested in customs and culture or your tastebuds are already salivating at the thought of traditional cuisine, this blog will determine which country you should visit next. Fingers crossed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming.jpg\" alt=\"A collection of red candles being lit. \" class=\"wp-image-57093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_kuala-lumpur_candle-joss-incense-qingming-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t just get one culture when you travel to Malaysia, you get several. With Indian, Chinese, Malay, and Eurasian influences, Malaysia is truly a melting pot of cultural diversity and with that comes plenty of traditions, religions, foods, languages, and customs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, regardless of your ethnic background, there are some things in Malaysian culture that all groups embrace. The elderly demographic is respected and well looked after, as are those who rank higher in society (large economic wealth, government officials etc), and food is often used in religious ceremonies and celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The religions found in Malaysia vary from Buddhism and Hinduism to Christianity and Islam with most displays of faith widely accepted among the wider population, even if they\u2019re not part of that religion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/malaysia\/sabah-adventure-159851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EXPLORE MALAYSIA ON OUR SABAH ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"\/indonesia\/bali-lombok-adventure-138978\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-BALI_UBUD_KECAK_traditional_dancing_1B2A5107.jpg\" alt=\"Local dancers in traditional dress. \" class=\"wp-image-57095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-BALI_UBUD_KECAK_traditional_dancing_1B2A5107.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-BALI_UBUD_KECAK_traditional_dancing_1B2A5107-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-BALI_UBUD_KECAK_traditional_dancing_1B2A5107-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-BALI_UBUD_KECAK_traditional_dancing_1B2A5107-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you thought Malaysia\u2019s culture was diverse then times that by 10 and you\u2019ve got the culture of Indonesia. With people heralding from all over the world including India, Portugal, <a href=\"\/china\">China<\/a>, and Malaysia, Indonesia is influenced by its neighbours when it comes to religion, cuisine, and way of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But despite the vast difference in language groups (there are over 300) and ethnic groups among the population, this country\u2019s bond is strengthened against a common concept with its national slogan \u2013 Unity in Diversity. This core value is filtered through local communities with ideas of <em>gotong royong<\/em> (mutual assistance) and <em>mufakat<\/em> (consensus) dictating everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Religion plays a bigger and stricter part in society for the majority of Indonesians as everyone needs to choose a religion which is then listed on their national identification card. The majority of Indonesians practice Islam (around 88%) but Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Confucianism are all prevalent as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/indonesia\/bali-lombok-adventure-160554\">EXPLORE INDONESIA ON OUR BALI &amp; LOMBOK ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Landscapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia-kuala-lumpur-skyline-bluesky.jpg\" alt=\"The skyscraper filled skyline of Kuala Lumpur against a blue sky. \" class=\"wp-image-57096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia-kuala-lumpur-skyline-bluesky.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia-kuala-lumpur-skyline-bluesky-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia-kuala-lumpur-skyline-bluesky-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia-kuala-lumpur-skyline-bluesky-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The landscapes of Malaysia are like something out of this world \u2013 think golden sandy beaches, reefs bursting with marine life, flourishing highlands, and cities full of life and colour. Thanks to its environmental diversity, you\u2019ll never run out of fascinating things to do and extraordinary places to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re after \u2018busy city\u2019 vibes, heading to Kuala Lumpur will satisfy you with its skyscraper-filled skyline, trendy cocktail scene, and shopping malls packed with every boutique under the sun. If greenery is more your thing, then you\u2019ll instantly fall in love with the rocky spectacles and ancient forests of Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak. If you just want a beach getaway, the islands of Pulau Perhentian offer that and more with exotic marine life under the water\u2019s surface and enough ocean activities to fill your afternoons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"RELATED: HOW TO SPEND 48 HOURS IN KULUA LUMPUR\">RELATED: HOW TO SPEND 48 HOURS IN KULUA LUMPUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of some of Indonesia's luscious islands, surrounded by blue water. \" class=\"wp-image-57099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Raja_Ampat_Wayag_shutterstock_By-Andre-Djohan-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Indonesia\u2019s landscapes are guaranteed to leave you awestruck with dense tropical forests, never-ending rice fields, volcanic mountain ranges, and pristine coastlines among the natural wonders you won\u2019t be able to get out of your mind. With over 17,000 islands including Bali, Sumatra, and Java to explore, Indonesia promises landscapes that have a little something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the breathtaking form of Mount Bromo in the Tengger-Semeru National Park (Java) to Komodo National Park (part of the new seven wonders of the world) with its rich marine ecosystems and the imposing komodo dragon, this diverse archipelago will never stop amazing you. And that\u2019s a promise. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/indonesia\/bali-lombok-adventure-160554\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOIN OUR BEST OF INDONESIA TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cuisine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_street_food_wok.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients being cooked in a wok in Malaysia. \" class=\"wp-image-57100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_street_food_wok.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_street_food_wok-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_street_food_wok-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-malaysia_street_food_wok-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are few countries that can compete with the likes of Malaysian cuisine, or with the passion of Malaysian people when it comes to food, and with good reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to its diverse population, Malaysian cuisine draws heavily on its Asian neighbours with favourite dishes such as murtabak (fried bread stuffed with meat and onion), roti canai (a flaky flatbread that\u2019s often served with a savoury dipping sauce), and ayam madu (honey fried chicken) all originally from a different country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that\u2019s not all. After a full day spent exploring, sit down to a meal of nasi lemak (considered to be the national dish of Malaysia), a bowl of laksa or a plate of mee siam if you\u2019re after something a little sweet and spicy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And wash it down with a glass of air bandung &#8211; a condensed milk and rose syrup concoction \u2013 that\u2019s enjoyed all over the Asian continent. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/malaysia\/best-borneo-159880\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOIN OUR BEST OF BORNEO SMALL GROUP TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Urban-Adventures-BALI_ROADSIDE_MARKET_1B2A0803.jpg\" alt=\"A group of travellers gathered around a local food stall in Indonesia. \" class=\"wp-image-57101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Urban-Adventures-BALI_ROADSIDE_MARKET_1B2A0803.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Urban-Adventures-BALI_ROADSIDE_MARKET_1B2A0803-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Urban-Adventures-BALI_ROADSIDE_MARKET_1B2A0803-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-Urban-Adventures-BALI_ROADSIDE_MARKET_1B2A0803-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Indonesian food is a treat for the tastebuds with traditional dishes full of rice, meat, and vegetables \u2013 a winning combination. You\u2019re probably already familiar with some of the most popular foods to try in Indonesia (like satay and beef rendang) but sitting down to eat them in the country of their origin hits different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rice is a staple food for most Indonesian families, so you\u2019ll find it on every restaurant or caf\u00e9 menu across the country. But if steamed rice isn\u2019t your thing, why not try Indonesia\u2019s famous nasi goreng? Boasting the title of Indonesia\u2019s national dish, nasi goreng is essentially this country\u2019s version of fried rice but what sets it apart from the versions of its Asian neighbours is the sticky, sweet sauce that it gets cooked with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thirsty (as well as hungry), a cup of tea or coffee should do the trick when it comes to raising those hydration levels. While they might not sound super refreshing after a long day spent exploring, Indonesia\u2019s versions are sweeter than you might be used to, making them the perfect accompaniment to any meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/what-to-eat-in-indonesia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: WHAT TO EAT IN INDONESIA<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Malaysia and Indonesia are similar in so many ways, and while it can be hard to separate them, they do have their own distinct feel. Indonesia probably takes out the top spot when it comes to landscapes but both countries are pretty much tied in terms of cuisine and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This one\u2019s tough but Indonesia, take your crown. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/asia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EXPLORE THE REST OF OUR ASIAN TOURS<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It turns out that choosing between Malaysia and Indonesia for your next holiday isn&#8217;t all that simple. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16234,"featured_media":57092,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[455,1313,14],"tags":[180,61,102],"class_list":["post-57085","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature","category-guides","category-news","tag-asia","tag-indonesia","tag-malaysia"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.3.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Malaysia or Indonesia? | Intrepid Travel Blog - The Journal<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Whether you want to holiday in Malaysia or Indonesia, you&#039;re guaranteed to have an unforgettable Asian adventure. 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