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INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
ATTRACTION PLANNING AHEAD

Cambodia Singapore, Bintan Island and Malaysia are wonderful places to visit
all year round. Before you begin your next trip, make sure to read our
Vietnam
SOUTH helpful travel information, to ensure you make the most of your time in
CHINA SEA
Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

GULF OF THAILAND

Thailand

Langkawi • Kota Kinabalu 
• • Mt Kinabalu
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• Sandakan Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang, Malaysia
Penang •
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WHEN TO GO ETIQUETTE
MALAYSIA
Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid all year In respect for local traditions and religious beliefs,
Brunei round and affected by two different monsoon periods. arms and legs should be covered and shoes removed
• Cameron Highlands The Northeast Monsoon season takes place from when visiting places of worship. Food should be
December to March with frequent rain. The Southwest handled with the right hand. Topless sunbathing
Monsoon season falls between May to September and (by women) is not permitted. Pointing with the foot
• Kuala Lumpur  is marginally drier. is considered impolite.
MALAYSIA Bintan Island’s dry season stretches from March to
October, delivering sunny days, gentle seas and minimal ELECTRICITY
rainfall. It offers the perfect conditions for beach time, 220-240V 50Hz. An international adapter is required.
• Kuching  water adventures and outdoor activities.
SINGAPORE  RAMADAN
• Bintan Island BORNEO Malaysia’s tropical climate brings year-round heat Singapore, Bintan Island and Malaysia include a large
and humidity. The southwest monsoon runs May to
(Indonesia)
September, and the northeast November to March. Muslim population. Ramadan is observed by many
West coast green months are May to October, while the throughout these countries and we recommend you
east coast sees them September to December. Travel make yourself aware of how that may affect your travel.
after the green season to enjoy vibrant landscapes,
Sumatra Kalimantan cooler air, and bountiful waterfalls across the countryside. Daytime is often quieter as business hours are generally
(Indonesia) (Indonesia) shorter with restaurants and cafés screened off or closed
out of respect for those who are fasting. In the evening
LANGUAGE the cities come to life and public places will be busy well
Malay, English, Mandarin and Tamil are the official into the early hours of the morning.
languages of Singapore. Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is Ramadan is from 7 February to 8 March in 2027.
the official language of Malaysia. Bahasa Indonesia is
the official language of Bintan Island. English is widely
spoken in major tourist areas. TEMPERATURE & RAINFALL
Singapore J F M A M J J A S O N D
TIME Temperature (max ºC) 29 31 31 31 31 31 30 30 30 31 30 29
JAVA SEA
Singapore and Malaysia are both 4 hours behind Average rainfall (mm) 242 154 171 179 162 140 145 143 177 194 252 304
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST).
Bintan Island,
Indonesia J F M A M J J A S O N D
VISAS & PASSPORTS Temperature (max ºC) 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 31 32 32 31 30
All travellers to Singapore, Bintan Island and Malaysia Average rainfall (mm) 224 166 180 213 213 185 210 167 214 213 283 335
must carry a passport valid for at least six months
beyond the date of departure from New Zealand. As visa Kuala Lumpur, J F M A M J J A S O N D
Malaysia
information can change at any time, we recommend you Temperature (max ºC) 31 32 33 33 32 32 32 32 31 31 31 31
seek advice regarding passports, visas, and other travel
requirements at safetravel.govt.nz Average rainfall (mm) 163 145 218 285 184 127 129 146 192 272 275 230
Special Region of Yogyakarta - Java
(Indonesia) Langkawi,
CURRENCY Malaysia J F M A M J J A S O N D
Bali Temperature (max ºC) 31 32 32 31 31 31 31 30 30 30 30 31
(Indonesia) Singapore: Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Tenggara Average rainfall (mm) 69 72 146 221 203 178 192 242 356 383 232 114
(Indonesia) Bintan Island: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Malaysia: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Kota Kinabalu,
Major credit cards are widely accepted at most resorts Malaysia J F M A M J J A S O N D
in Bintan Island however not all venues take card so it is Temperature (max ºC) 29 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 30 30 30 30
always a good idea to carry some local cash on you. Average rainfall (mm) 129 64 61 112 226 291 255 260 285 336 298 230

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