Malaysia Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
44 ships from 20 cruise lines
Malaysia cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 242 upcoming sailings on 44 ships from 20 cruise lines visiting Malaysia, calling at 8 places. Cruises can start in Klang and end in Klang. Of 242 upcoming sailings, 2 start in Malaysia and 2 end there. More Asia cruises.
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About Malaysia
Malaysia is a two-sided gem: the historic Straits of Malacca ports of Penang, Malacca, and Port Klang/Kuala Lumpur on the peninsula, and the wilder Borneo ports of Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. For the American traveler, it delivers accessible culture, world-class street food, UNESCO heritage, and gentle adventure without requiring a grueling overland tour. Cruising is the smart way to see the country's coastline, with most itineraries centered on Singapore and the Strait of Malacca. The main trade-off is that classic river cruising is limited; the best waterborne wildlife experience is the Kinabatangan River in Sabah, which is better added as an expedition or land extension.
Typical routes
- Straits of Malacca & Peninsular Heritage – Port Klang/Kuala Lumpur, Penang/George Town, Malacca City, Langkawi; usually combined with Singapore, Phuket, or Yangon.
- Borneo & South China Sea – Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, and sometimes Sandakan or Brunei; often combined with Singapore, Bali, or Manila.
Ports overview
Malaysia's cruise calls fall into two broad geographic clusters: the historic ports of the Strait of Malacca on the peninsula, and the South China Sea/Borneo ports of Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Port Klang is the main turnaround and gateway for Kuala Lumpur.
Cruise season
West coast and Malacca Strait: best November to March for calmer seas; Borneo: March to October for drier wildlife-viewing; note that the east coast peninsula is monsoon-season from November to February, so cruise lines avoid it.
Find your Malaysia sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Malaysia, earliest departure first.
7 Days One-Way from Laem Chabang to Singapore
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Thailand, Singapore
MSC Explora 3
46 Days One-Way from Sydney to Cape Town
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Queen Anne
64 Days One-Way from Sydney to Southampton
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Queen Anne
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66 Days One-Way from Sydney to Hamburg
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Queen Anne
69 Days One-Way from Sydney to Cape Town
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Azamara Onward
94 Days One-Way from Sydney to Barcelona
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Azamara Onward
27 Days One-Way from Sydney to Hong Kong
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Azamara Onward
40 Days One-Way from Sydney to Singapore
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Azamara Onward
48 Days One-Way from Melbourne to Dubai
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Philippines
Crystal Symphony
49 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Southampton
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore
Queen Anne
51 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Hamburg
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore
Queen Anne
31 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Cape Town
Visits Malaysia. Also visits Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore
Queen Anne
Where Malaysia cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Klang (182) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Klang (182)
Ships by type: 43 ocean 3 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Malaysia cruise
Malaysia cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Malaysia cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Malaysia cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Malaysia?
8 Malaysia places are visited by 44 ships from 20 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Malaysia cruise?
West coast and Malacca Strait: best November to March for calmer seas; Borneo: March to October for drier wildlife-viewing; note that the east coast peninsula is monsoon-season from November to February, so cruise lines avoid it.
Sources and further reading
Background on Malaysia draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: Malaysia
- Tourism Malaysia: Official Website
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Melaka and George Town, Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca
- Britannica: Malaysia
- Sabah Tourism: Kinabatangan River
- Sarawak Tourism Board: Kuching
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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