Landscape — Malaysia

Local travel agency en Malaisie

Shanti Travel, your local agency based in New Delhi, Inde.

Since 200521 years of expertise
APST Guarantee
Secure Payment
24/7 Assistance

Our story

Shanti Travel was born from a deep commitment to Asia and a simple belief: a journey truly comes alive when it's built on the ground, on a human scale, with those who genuinely know the territory.

The adventure began in 2005 in New Delhi, when Jérémy and Alexandre founded the agency after extensively exploring the Indian subcontinent. Over the years, Shanti Travel gradually expanded its reach across Asia and opened local offices in several capitals, including Kuala Lumpur, the base for the team in Malaisie. From this hub, trips across the peninsula, to Borneo and neighboring islands are now designed, working closely with a network of partners carefully built over time.

Jeremy, director and co-founder, sets the course for a company that has remained true to its initial promise: to discover Asia unfiltered. Alexandre, also a co-founder, nurtures the agency's adventure and trekking DNA from its earliest Himalayan expeditions. On the ground, profiles like Rajesh, who joined Shanti in 2006 and has worked across all areas of travel, embody this English-speaking and local continuity that makes the company unique in Malaysia.

Here, we don't replicate programs. We build trips that reflect who you are.

Shanti Travel is a member of the Nomadays collective. This partnership allows you to benefit from direct coordination with a local team based in Kuala Lumpur, while enjoying a secure booking in France: payment in euros, deposit protection, APST guarantee and compliance with French tourism law. You thus enjoy the best of both worlds: the proximity of an on-site team and the strength of a protective legal framework.

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In Penang, every alley tells a story. A mural, the scent of spices, a smile shared: that's often where the real discovery of Malaysia begins.

— David, Malaysian Culture Wanderer

David founded Shanti Travel in New Delhi, Inde
21years of expertise

Our approach to travel

Each itinerary is a unique creation, tailored to your desires and our intimate knowledge of the destination.

Tailored, truly

No set itineraries. Your trip is designed from scratch according to your wishes, your pace and your budget. Every detail is thought through for you.

Local expertise

Our team lives en Malaisie. We personally test every accommodation, every guide, every experience we recommend.

Responsible tourism

We prioritize family-run accommodations, local guides, and experiences that directly benefit Thai communities.

The team creating your journey

Passionate experts en Malaisie on the ground to guide you every step of the way.

How it works

From your first idea to your return, we're by your side every step of the way.

1

Let's chat

Tell us about your wishes, your pace, your interests. By phone, email or video call — we take the time to listen to you.

2

Your trip is taking shape

We design a bespoke itinerary with accommodations, transportation, guides and experiences. You'll receive a detailed proposal within 48 hours.

3

Secure booking

You book and pay in France with Nomadays, backed by APST financial guarantee and secure payment. Your local agency then prepares every detail on the ground.

4

Experience the moment

On the ground, everything is organized. Your digital travel journal, your local contacts, and our 24/7 assistance guide you every step of the way.

5

Share your memories

Upon return, share your experience. Your feedback helps us improve and inspires future travelers.

Our local commitment

Travel differently means contributing positively to the communities that welcome you.

Trusted Malaysian partners

English-speaking guides, drivers and family-friendly lodges fairly compensated, from Perak to Borneo, through a network built from Kuala Lumpur.

Encounters with the peoples of Borneo

Respectful exchanges with Iban, Bidayuh and Orang Asli communities, organized at their pace and according to their own hospitality rules.

Preserved Borneo forests and wildlife

Limited group sizes at Sepilok, Kinabatangan or Taman Negara, and support for orangutan and sea turtle rehabilitation centres.

Craftsmanship and transmitted knowledge

Batik workshops in Penang, songket weaving in Terengganu, Peranakan cuisine in Malacca: direct encounters with the artisans who keep these traditions alive.

Travel with peace of mind

Shanti Travel is a member of the Nomadays network. You benefit from the guarantees of a European agency while enjoying the expertise of a local agency.

Shanti Travel is one of the 96+ local agencies in the collective Nomadays —

Financial Guarantee APST

Your funds are protected by the Professional Tourism Solidarity Association. In case of unexpected circumstances, you are covered 100%.

Secure payment

Payment by bank transfer or credit card via a secure platform. Option to pay in instalments.

24/7 support

During your trip, an emergency line is available 7 days a week. Our local team steps in whenever you need it.

International network

Nomadays brings together more than 100 local agencies worldwide. A guarantee of reliability, quality and sustainability.

Frequently asked questions about the agency

Do you still have questions? Here are the most frequently asked questions about how our agency works.

Shanti Travel designs your trip directly en Malaisie, with advisors who know the ground daily. You avoid intermediaries, gain in responsiveness and benefit from advice on genuinely lived experiences — no standardized marketing catalog.

Plan ideally 2 to 3 months before departure during peak seasons (hotels and guides are scarcer), 1 month is enough for quieter seasons. For last-minute departures, get in touch with us: we'll honestly tell you if we can put together a quality trip within the timeframe.

Yes, 7 days a week throughout your stay. You'll receive a local WhatsApp number + a dedicated emergency contact. Our on-site team can assist within hours in case of unexpected events (cancelled flight, illness, weather changes).

Your payments are 100% protected by the Professional Solidarity Association for Tourism. If a service provider (hotel, transport, etc.) or the agency fails, your funds are refunded. This is a mandatory guarantee for any French travel agency — Nomadays benefits from it across its entire network.

Yes, as much as possible. Changes made more than 30 days before departure are generally free of charge (excluding hotel rate differences). As your departure approaches, some bookings become less flexible — we always inform you of your options before confirmation.

Payment is made in full in France, in euros, with Nomadays — secured by credit card or bank transfer. You have no payments to make en Malaisie: everything is pre-arranged (accommodations, transfers, guides, activities). You just need to budget for meals outside the itinerary and personal purchases.

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