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==MALAYSIA==
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| Malay
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| Ringgit
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===Background===
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An online cruising guide for sailing around Malaysia.  
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The History of Malaysia is best observed in Wikipedia's article in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Malaysia History of Malaysia]
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===Climate & Weather===
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Apart from the Highlands of the Malay Peninsula the climate of the the rest of Malaysia is tropical - where the Intertropical Convergence System and the N.E. & S.W. Monsoons controls the weather. It Rains heavily from June to November and sometimes in between.
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Malaysia is a country in South-East Asia, located partly on a peninsula of the Asian mainland and partly on the northern third of the island of [[Borneo]]. West (peninsular) Malaysia shares a border with [[Thailand]], is connected by a causeway and a bridge (the 'second link') to the island state of [[Singapore]], and has coastlines on the South China Sea and the Straits of Malacca. East Malaysia (Borneo) shares borders with [[Brunei]] and [[Indonesia]].
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Weather Forecasts are produced by the [http://www.met.gov.my/home_e.html Malaysian Meteorological Service]
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==Charts==
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navigate to the Marine section to find forecasts for the next 7 days.
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; British Admiralty Charts for '''Andaman Sea - and the Straits of Malacca'''
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: 830 - Andaman sea
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: 841 - Plans in the Nicobar islands
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: 843 - Approaches to Bass harbour
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: 3485 - Approaches to Pelabuhan Langkawi
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: 3943 - Ko Tarutao to Pulau Pinang
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: 3947 - Malacca Strait - Melaka to Singapore Strait
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: 4043 - Malaysia and Singapore, Kuala Johor and Sungai Johor
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: 4038 -  Malaysia and Singapore, Johor Strait, western part
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: 5502 -  Mariner's Routeing Guide- Malacca & Singapore Strait
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In addition the Weather Forecasts from above, the Singapore Government's National Environment Agency provides routine weather forecasts and storm warnings for shipping in the region. As a member of the World Meteorological Organisation, MSD participates actively in its Marine Meteorology Programme to enhance safety at sea and fufill our regional responsibility with WMO and the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS, 1989 and 1974) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
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In addition the following charts are specific to  cruising  [[Langkawi]] and its islands, also sailing North to [[Thailand]]
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National Environment Agency's Meteorological Service Division, produces one of the very best websites for marine weather forecasts covering the majority of South East Asia.
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; Malaysian Charts
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:  5622
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; Thai Charts
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: 350
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A favourite is the Hourly Wx Satellite Picture. • Animate MTSAT Asean Satellite Images • Full Globe • ASEAN
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==Weather==
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Apart from the Highlands of the Malay Peninsula the climate of the the rest of Malaysia is tropical - where the Intertropical Convergence System and the N.E. & S.W. Monsoons controls the weather. It Rains heavily from June to November and sometimes in between.
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The ASEAN image is particularly good showing gradations of cloud cover - cruisers using this image can decide whether to do the laundry , close the hatches or go shopping.
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The climate in Malaysia is tropical. The north-east monsoon (October to February) deluges Borneo and the east coast in rain and often causes flooding, while the west coast (particularly [[Langkawi]] and [[Penang]]) escape unscathed. The milder south-west monsoon (April to October) reverses the pattern. The southern parts of peninsular Malaysia, including perennially soggy Kuala Lumpur, are exposed to both but even during the rainy season, the showers tend to be intense but brief.
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Sources for weather forecasts:
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* [http://www.met.gov.my/home_e.html Malaysian Meteorological Service] - navigate to the Marine section to find forecasts for the next 7 days.
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* [http://intranet.mssinet.gov.sg/marine/ SGNEA Forecasts] - The Singapore Government's National Environment Agency provides routine weather forecasts and storm warnings for shipping in the region. As a member of the World Meteorological Organisation, MSD participates actively in its Marine Meteorology Programme to enhance safety at sea and fufill our regional responsibility with WMO and the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS, 1989 and 1974) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). National Environment Agency's Meteorological Service Division, produces one of the very best websites for marine weather forecasts covering the majority of South East Asia.
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A favourite is the Hourly Wx Satellite Picture. • Animate MTSAT Asean Satellite Images • Full Globe • ASEAN. The ASEAN image is particularly good showing gradations of cloud cover - cruisers using this image can decide whether to do the laundry , close the hatches or go shopping.
The Regional Weather Synoptic Chart is another that is very useful for determining the day's winds in terms of strength and direction.
The Regional Weather Synoptic Chart is another that is very useful for determining the day's winds in terms of strength and direction.
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See :- http://intranet.mssinet.gov.sg/marine/ to navigate for the best WX site for the waters surrounding Singapore.
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==Passages==
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* [[South East Asia to South Africa]]
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* '''Malaysian Peninsula'''
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** Langkawi >>> Phuket (Thailand)
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** Langkawi >>> Andaman Islands via Phuket (Thailand)
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** Langkawi >>> Singapore via Danga Bay (Malaysia)
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** Langkawi >>> Kota Kinabalu - Sabah (Malaysia)
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** Langkawi >>> Bali (Indonesia)
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** Langkawi >>> Cochin (India) via Uligamu Maldives
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** Langkawi >>> Chagos (BIOT) via Gan (Maldives)
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** Langkawi >>> Darwin (Australia) via Bali (Indonesia)
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* '''Sabah Malaysia''' (Northern Borneo)
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** Kota Kinabalu>>>Puerto Galera (Philippines) via Palawan
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** [[Kota Kinabalu to Hong Kong|Kota Kinabalu >>> Hong Kong]]
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** Kota Kinabalu>>>Palau - via Palawan & Surigau Straits (Philippines)
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** Kota Kinabalu>>>Darwin (Australia) via Suluwesi >>> Bali (Indonesia)
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==Islands==
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* [[Pangkor|Pangkor Island]]
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* [[Langkawi|Langkawi Island]]
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==Communication==
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{{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}}
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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==Navigation==
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* [http://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/lighthouse/myw.htm The Lighthouses of West Malaysia]
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==Entrance==
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====Arrival====
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{{MagentaText|Details?}}
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====Departure====
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{{MagentaText|Details?}}
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==Customs and Immigration==
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====Customs====
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* {{Red|Never bring any recreational drugs into Malaysia, even if you are only there for transit. Possession and/or trafficking of even minute amounts can lead to a '''mandatory death sentence'''}}
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* All firearms and ammunition (permits must be presented) MUST be declared on arrival. These will be sealed by Customs.
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* No fruit or vegetables from The Philippines and Indonesia is allowed.
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* No turtle eggs or products allowed.
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* No daggers, flick knives, syringes, or poisonous chemicals are allowed.
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* PETS: An import permit must be obtained in advance from the Ministry of Agriculture, Veterinary Services Dept., for all pets. Pets are not allowed ashore until cleared by the Health officer.
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*YOUR BOAT is tied to your personal visa.  As long as you are legal, your boat is legal.  You may leave your boat here for indefinite periods while visiting "back Home," or touring nearby Asian countries.
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====Immigration====
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Most Western nationalities can enter Malaysia without a visa, and are normally issued 30, 60, or 90 day entry permit stamps.
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Some nationalities that are not eligible to enter without a visa can get a tourist visa on arrival; other nationalities must apply for a visa in advance. Because the regulations continually change (in most countries in South East Asia) - see the [http://www.imi.gov.my/eng/perkhidmatan/im_HapusVisa.asp Immigration Department of Malaysia website] for the current scoop. If you need a visa to enter Malaysia and plan to visit [[Sarawak]], state this when applying as a separate visa is required for [[Sarawak]].
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ASEAN nationals (with the exception of [[Burma|Myanmar]] can enter and visit for up to a month without a visa; a visa is required for longer stays, except for [[Brunei]] and [[Singapore]] nationals.
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[[Israel]], Republic of Serbia and Republic of [[Montenegro]] nationals must obtain permission from the Malaysian Ministry of Home Affairs in advance.
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* All arrivals must prove adequate funds for their length of stay.
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* A "Visitor's Pass" is issued on arrival at the port of entry and, depending on nationality, is normally for a maximum of three months. Extensions are not easy to obtain but visas for cruising yotties may be easily renewed by simply "border hopping" at Singapore, in the south, Thailand in the North, by ferry to Satun from from Langkawi, or anywhere by air.  Just go... clear out, clear into the neighboring country, turn around undo and redo it all and, viola, you are back in again, with a renewed visa, good for the same period as the original.
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* 2014-border runs are now frowned upon. Some officials insist on 72 hour visit to the other country, after the second time.
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Malaysia Immigration and customs has a reputation among yotties for being the most user friendly in the world.  Just be square with them, and you will be received as an honored guest.  Bring in drugs and they will hang you on a gibbet!
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====Fees and Charges====
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====Restrictions====
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==Health and Security==
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====Health====
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* Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended.
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====Security====
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**((Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.))
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==External Territories==
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{{GreenText|Remove this section if there are no '''External Territories'''.}}
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==Regions==
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* [[Johor]]
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===Charts===
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==Berthing==
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'''British Admiralty Charts''' for:
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===Mainland West Coast, North to South===
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* [[Penang|Penang - George Town]]
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* [[Lumut|Lumut]]
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* [[Muar|Muar]]
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* [[Port_Klang|Port Klang]] (Pelabuhan)
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* [[Melaka|Melaka]]
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;'''Andaman Sea - and the Straits of Malacca'''
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===Mainland, Johor Straits, around Singapore===
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:830      Andaman sea
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* [[Johor Bahru|Johor Bahru]]
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:841      Plans in the Nicobar islands
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** [[Danga_Bay|Danga Bay]]
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:843      Approaches to Bass harbour
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** [[Senibong Cove]]
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:3485    Approaches to Pelabuhan Langkawi
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** [[Sebana_Cove|Sebana Cove]]
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:3943    Ko Tarutao to Pulau Pinang
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** [[Puteri Harbour|Puteri Harbour]]
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:3947    Malacca Strait - Melaka to Singapore Strait
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* [[Pengerang]]
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:4043    Malaysia and Singapore, Kuala Johor and Sungai Johor
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** [[Tanjung Belungkor|Tanjung Belungkor]]
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:4038    Malaysia and Singapore, Johor Strait, western part
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** [[Tanjung Pengelih|Tanjung Pengelih]]
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:5502    Mariner's Routeing Guide- Malacca & Singapore Strait
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In addition the following charts are specific to  cruising  Langkawi and its islands, also
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===East Coast, North to South Including Offshore Islands===
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sailing North to Thailand :-
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* [[Kota Bharu]]
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*Malaysian Chart 5622 and the
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* [[Perhentian|Perhentian Islands]]
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*Thai Chart 350
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* [[Redang|Redang Island]]
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* [[Kuala Terengganu]]
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* [[Pulau Kapas]]
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* [[Kerteh]]
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* [[Pulau Tenggol]]
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* [[Kuantan|Kuantan (Pahang)]]
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* [[Tioman|Tioman Island]]
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* [[Endau|Endau]]
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* [[Mersing|Mersing (including offshore islands)]]
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* [[Teluk Mahkota|Teluk Mahkota (including Tanjung Sedili)]]
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===Navigational Issues===
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===Malaysia East (Borneo)===
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Submit details
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* [[Sabah|Sabah (and ports)]]
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* [[Sarawak|Sarawak (and ports)]]
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===Local Radio Nets===
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==Transportation==
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Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
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{{GreenText|List transportation to other countries, etc.}}
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===Immigration & Customs===
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==Friends==
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Submit details about customs and immigration procedures here.
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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===Health & Security===
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==Forums==
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Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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===Cruising Destinations===
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==Links==
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*Mainland
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* {{wikipedia}}
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** [[Penang|Penang - George Town]]
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* {{Wikivoyage}}
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** [[Port_Klang|Port Klang]] (Pelabuhan)
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* [http://www.marinequipment.com MARINEQUIPMENT.COM] is a chandler and marine equipment supplier on-line - they deliver conveniently to Malaysia especially to the Duty Free island of Langkawi
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** [[Melaka|Melaka]]
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*Offshore Islands
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** [[Pangkor|Pangkor Island]]
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** [[Langkawi|Langkawi Island]]
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** [[Tioman|Tioman Island]]
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** [[Redang|Redang Island]]
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** [[Perhentian|Perhentian Islands]]
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* Malaysia East
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** [[Sabah|Sabah]] and [[Sarawak|Sarawak]]
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*** [[Kuching|Kuching]]
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*** [[Miri|Miri]]
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*** [[Begawan|Begawan]]
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*** [[Kota_Kinabalu|Kota Kinabalu]]
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*** [[Kudat|Kudat]]
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===Popular Cruising Circuits from Malaysia===
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==References==
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; '''Malaysian Peninsula'''
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* {{Reference|Andy Dowden & Bill O’Leary|Southeast Asia Pilot|Image Asia|9749499808}}*: Formerly known as ''The Andaman Sea Pilot'', a very well documented sea pilot issued by Image Asia Events Co., Ltd in Phuket. Lots of anchorages reaching from Darwin to Andaman Islands, with detailed drawings of heaps of anchorages. More details on the website http://www.southeastasiapilot.com/
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:Langkawi >>> Phuket - Thailand
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:Langkawi >>> Andaman Islands via Phuket - Thailand
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:Langkawi >>> Singapore via Danga Bay - Malaysia
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:Langkawi >>> Kota Kinabalu - Sabah - Malaysia
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:Langkawi >>> Bail - Indonesia
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:Langkawi >>> Cochin - India via Uligamu Maldives
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:Langkawi >>> Chagos - BIOT via Gan Maldives
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:Langkawi >>> Darwin - Australia via Bali - Indonesia
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; '''Sabah Malaysia''' (Northern Borneo)
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{{Comments}}
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:Kota Kinabalu>>>Puerto Galera - Philippines via Palawan
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* Buying diesel fuel can be a bit problematic. Diesel for cars/trucks is subsidized. "Industrial fuel", like for ships, is more expensive. Many fuel-stations only fill max. 20 liters jerry cans. But at many locations there are helpful locals getting more diesel fuel at street prices, for a fee. Sometimes they have jerry cans, better to have a few of your own. [[User:LeaseOnLife|LeaseOnLife]] 00:09, 11 March 2011 (GMT)
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:Kota Kinabalu>>>Hong Kong - via Palawan - Philippines
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:Kota Kinabalu>>>Palau - via Palawan & Surigau Straits - Philippines
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:Kota Kinabalu>>>Darwin - Australia via Suluwesi >>> Bali - Indonesia
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Books, etc.
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=== Cruiser Log Forum Discussions===
 
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Links to discussions on the Cruiser Log Forum
 
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===External Links===
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{{Contributors|[[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:MMNETSEA|MMNETSEA]], [[User:George|George]], [[User:LeaseOnLife|LeaseOnLife]], [[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]]}}
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Latest revision as of 20:36, 25 October 2019

World ▶ South East Asia ▶ Malaysia

Contents

An online cruising guide for sailing around Malaysia.

Malaysia
3°8.14′N, 101°41.3′E Chart icon.png
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Capital Kuala Lumpur
Language Bahasa Malaysia, English.
Currency Ringgit (MYR)
Time zone MST (UTC+8)
Calling code +60
Warning: Never bring any recreational drugs into Malaysia, even if you are only there for transit. Possession and/or trafficking of even minute amounts can lead to a mandatory death sentence

Malaysia is a country in South-East Asia, located partly on a peninsula of the Asian mainland and partly on the northern third of the island of Borneo. West (peninsular) Malaysia shares a border with Thailand, is connected by a causeway and a bridge (the 'second link') to the island state of Singapore, and has coastlines on the South China Sea and the Straits of Malacca. East Malaysia (Borneo) shares borders with Brunei and Indonesia.

Charts

British Admiralty Charts for Andaman Sea - and the Straits of Malacca
830 - Andaman sea
841 - Plans in the Nicobar islands
843 - Approaches to Bass harbour
3485 - Approaches to Pelabuhan Langkawi
3943 - Ko Tarutao to Pulau Pinang
3947 - Malacca Strait - Melaka to Singapore Strait
4043 - Malaysia and Singapore, Kuala Johor and Sungai Johor
4038 - Malaysia and Singapore, Johor Strait, western part
5502 - Mariner's Routeing Guide- Malacca & Singapore Strait

In addition the following charts are specific to cruising Langkawi and its islands, also sailing North to Thailand

Malaysian Charts
5622
Thai Charts
350

Weather

Apart from the Highlands of the Malay Peninsula the climate of the the rest of Malaysia is tropical - where the Intertropical Convergence System and the N.E. & S.W. Monsoons controls the weather. It Rains heavily from June to November and sometimes in between.

The climate in Malaysia is tropical. The north-east monsoon (October to February) deluges Borneo and the east coast in rain and often causes flooding, while the west coast (particularly Langkawi and Penang) escape unscathed. The milder south-west monsoon (April to October) reverses the pattern. The southern parts of peninsular Malaysia, including perennially soggy Kuala Lumpur, are exposed to both but even during the rainy season, the showers tend to be intense but brief.

Sources for weather forecasts:

  • Malaysian Meteorological Service - navigate to the Marine section to find forecasts for the next 7 days.
  • SGNEA Forecasts - The Singapore Government's National Environment Agency provides routine weather forecasts and storm warnings for shipping in the region. As a member of the World Meteorological Organisation, MSD participates actively in its Marine Meteorology Programme to enhance safety at sea and fufill our regional responsibility with WMO and the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS, 1989 and 1974) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). National Environment Agency's Meteorological Service Division, produces one of the very best websites for marine weather forecasts covering the majority of South East Asia.

A favourite is the Hourly Wx Satellite Picture. • Animate MTSAT Asean Satellite Images • Full Globe • ASEAN. The ASEAN image is particularly good showing gradations of cloud cover - cruisers using this image can decide whether to do the laundry , close the hatches or go shopping.

The Regional Weather Synoptic Chart is another that is very useful for determining the day's winds in terms of strength and direction.

Passages

  • South East Asia to South Africa
  • Malaysian Peninsula
    • Langkawi >>> Phuket (Thailand)
    • Langkawi >>> Andaman Islands via Phuket (Thailand)
    • Langkawi >>> Singapore via Danga Bay (Malaysia)
    • Langkawi >>> Kota Kinabalu - Sabah (Malaysia)
    • Langkawi >>> Bali (Indonesia)
    • Langkawi >>> Cochin (India) via Uligamu Maldives
    • Langkawi >>> Chagos (BIOT) via Gan (Maldives)
    • Langkawi >>> Darwin (Australia) via Bali (Indonesia)
  • Sabah Malaysia (Northern Borneo)
    • Kota Kinabalu>>>Puerto Galera (Philippines) via Palawan
    • Kota Kinabalu >>> Hong Kong
    • Kota Kinabalu>>>Palau - via Palawan & Surigau Straits (Philippines)
    • Kota Kinabalu>>>Darwin (Australia) via Suluwesi >>> Bali (Indonesia)

Islands

Communication

Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

Entrance

Arrival

Details?

Departure

Details?

Customs and Immigration

Customs

  • Never bring any recreational drugs into Malaysia, even if you are only there for transit. Possession and/or trafficking of even minute amounts can lead to a mandatory death sentence
  • All firearms and ammunition (permits must be presented) MUST be declared on arrival. These will be sealed by Customs.
  • No fruit or vegetables from The Philippines and Indonesia is allowed.
  • No turtle eggs or products allowed.
  • No daggers, flick knives, syringes, or poisonous chemicals are allowed.
  • PETS: An import permit must be obtained in advance from the Ministry of Agriculture, Veterinary Services Dept., for all pets. Pets are not allowed ashore until cleared by the Health officer.
  • YOUR BOAT is tied to your personal visa. As long as you are legal, your boat is legal. You may leave your boat here for indefinite periods while visiting "back Home," or touring nearby Asian countries.

Immigration

Most Western nationalities can enter Malaysia without a visa, and are normally issued 30, 60, or 90 day entry permit stamps.

Some nationalities that are not eligible to enter without a visa can get a tourist visa on arrival; other nationalities must apply for a visa in advance. Because the regulations continually change (in most countries in South East Asia) - see the Immigration Department of Malaysia website for the current scoop. If you need a visa to enter Malaysia and plan to visit Sarawak, state this when applying as a separate visa is required for Sarawak.

ASEAN nationals (with the exception of Myanmar can enter and visit for up to a month without a visa; a visa is required for longer stays, except for Brunei and Singapore nationals.

Israel, Republic of Serbia and Republic of Montenegro nationals must obtain permission from the Malaysian Ministry of Home Affairs in advance.

  • All arrivals must prove adequate funds for their length of stay.
  • A "Visitor's Pass" is issued on arrival at the port of entry and, depending on nationality, is normally for a maximum of three months. Extensions are not easy to obtain but visas for cruising yotties may be easily renewed by simply "border hopping" at Singapore, in the south, Thailand in the North, by ferry to Satun from from Langkawi, or anywhere by air. Just go... clear out, clear into the neighboring country, turn around undo and redo it all and, viola, you are back in again, with a renewed visa, good for the same period as the original.
  • 2014-border runs are now frowned upon. Some officials insist on 72 hour visit to the other country, after the second time.

Malaysia Immigration and customs has a reputation among yotties for being the most user friendly in the world. Just be square with them, and you will be received as an honored guest. Bring in drugs and they will hang you on a gibbet!

Fees and Charges

Restrictions

Health and Security

Health

  • Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended.

Security

    • ((Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.))

External Territories

Remove this section if there are no External Territories.

Regions

Berthing

Mainland West Coast, North to South

Mainland, Johor Straits, around Singapore

East Coast, North to South Including Offshore Islands

Malaysia East (Borneo)

Transportation

List transportation to other countries, etc.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

  • Malaysia at the Wikipedia
  • Malaysia at the Wikivoyage
  • MARINEQUIPMENT.COM is a chandler and marine equipment supplier on-line - they deliver conveniently to Malaysia especially to the Duty Free island of Langkawi

References

  • Andy Dowden & Bill O’Leary, Southeast Asia Pilot, Image Asia, ISBN 9749499808*: Formerly known as The Andaman Sea Pilot, a very well documented sea pilot issued by Image Asia Events Co., Ltd in Phuket. Lots of anchorages reaching from Darwin to Andaman Islands, with detailed drawings of heaps of anchorages. More details on the website http://www.southeastasiapilot.com/

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  • Buying diesel fuel can be a bit problematic. Diesel for cars/trucks is subsidized. "Industrial fuel", like for ships, is more expensive. Many fuel-stations only fill max. 20 liters jerry cans. But at many locations there are helpful locals getting more diesel fuel at street prices, for a fee. Sometimes they have jerry cans, better to have a few of your own. LeaseOnLife 00:09, 11 March 2011 (GMT)

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