Festivals

So much in Asia depends on the calendar. In February in Beijing, more than 20 million people all set off fireworks to celebrate Chinese New Year. In Nagaland in India, tribes from all over the region meet to compete, dance, and celebrate. In Thailand, spectators look on as celebrants perform bizarre rituals at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival.   With an intimate and unique knowledge of Asian culture, Remote Lands knows the importance of experiencing culture the right way. Whether you want an up-close view of the Sing-Sing festival in the Asaro Valley of Papua New Guinea or a quiet walk through the Sapporo Snow Festival in Japan, Remote Lands can give travelers the best possible experience on their celebrations throughout Asia.
Remove November
Remove Malaysia

Sarawak Regatta

November

Water sports enthusiasts gather for this annual, two-day event, which historically celebrates peace between warring tribes. As well as racing traditional, decorated long boats, the teams of rowers from all over ASEAN take part in a range of other events, competing for cash prizes. There is also a food festival and golf tournament.

Location Sarawak, Malaysia

Deepavali (Festival of Lights)

October-November

Hindus all over Malaysia celebrate this joyful and festive occasion once a year. On the day of Deepavali, devotees cleanse themselves and visit the temple. They decorate their houses and the streets with colorful lights to commemorate the return of the gods Rama and Sita from exile. There are firework displays and meals are shared.

Location Countrywide, Malaysia

What Others Say

Here is a small selection of the kind words our clients have said about us recently.

Peter & Maria, London

Peter & Maria, London

We are very seasoned travellers and Remote Lands certainly delivered on our recent trip to Indochina.

Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam

Family of four from Atlanta & Colorado

Family of four from Atlanta & Colorado

Our guides everywhere, from Chiang Mai to Bangkok, Siem Reap and Phuket, were all excellent. Each one was informative, flexible and quick to respond to any changes.

Thailand, Cambodia

A father and daughter from NYC

A father and daughter from NYC

I will absolutely and positively be recommending Remote Lands to as many people as will listen to me.

Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand

More Testimonials
Travel + Leisure
Financial Times
The Wall Street Journal
The New York Times
Departures magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
Press