The Malaysian tourism ministry is looking for new adventure ideas

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

In a motorcycle convoy, around eight Malaysians will ride 7,000km to six Asean countries.

Datuk Rashidi Hasbullah, Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry secretary-general stated that this adventure will open the eyes of the tourists and help them to explore Malaysia in different ways and through various transportation modes.

“Besides air routes, caravan tourists can also visit Malaysia by road,” he said in a press conference at the Six-Nation Ride Indochina Asean Adventure Touring Malaysia flag-off ceremony here today.

“This adventure initiative creates more creative, fresh and exciting ideas for more foreign tourists to visit Malaysia due to the diversity of ecosystems, Malaysian arts and culture.”
Rashidi explained that adventurous, extreme and challenging traveling has turned out to be increasingly popular by the public today.

“Adventurous touring is becoming more popular among the young generations in gaining and finding a meaningful experience,” Rashidi said. “Programmes like this can increase the awareness of the society.”

The 14-day convoy will unravel Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, Boten (China Border), Myanmar and Cambodia.

Using motorcycle under 250cc or known as a moped, participants will encounter various challenges during the expedition.

The leader, Abi Khalid Abd Sammad, 38 stated that he and his friends has invested three weeks to mentally and physically prepare themselves before taking the challenges.

“Some go hiking, swimming, running, motorcycle touring to make sure they are ready and healthy for this expedition,” he said.

“We also bring our own food to eat during this expedition because only a few halal restaurants are available out there.”

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