Withlocals' Best Private Tours & Activities in Kuala Lumpur

Withlocals' Best Private Tours & Activities in Kuala Lumpur

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Eniko
About local
31 August 2025
Excellent tour with a great host!!

Highly recommended to all travellers but especially those spending a short(er) time in the KL. Manjeet was guiding me to places I probably would have missed due my short stay and thanks to her, I learned a lot about the history, culture and religious backgrounds of this amazing city. She has a great knowledge and could answer all my questions. I had an extremely good time walking around with her, very grateful for the experience 🙏 💙

Julie
About local
31 August 2025
Fabulous food tour

Ruth was an amazing guide and we sampled the best food. Ruth and Naru explained the history and culture behind the food we sampled. There was plenty of delicious food… some advice don’t eat before 😀

Akiko
About local
13 August 2025
An Enriching Cultural Journey with Manjeet

Manjeet is a highly knowledgeable and cultured guide. Before the tour, she took the time to ask about my preferences, and on the day itself—knowing I had just arrived in Kuala Lumpur that morning—she was attentive to my comfort throughout the day. Her thoughtfulness and consideration made the experience very enjoyable. I enjoyed the break we took at a café, where I had Nyonya sweets along with a cup of kopi. It was a delightful and relaxing moment that added a special touch to the day. I highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning about history and culture. She shared a wealth of knowledge, not only about the sites we visited but also about other places and cities in Malaysia. Thanks to her guidance, my trip became a truly enriching and memorable journey.

Lynn
About local
6 August 2025
Fabulous!

We did the ten tasting out with Manjeet and what a way to start our holiday! Manjeet is incredibly knowledgeable not just about the food but the history and stories behind each dish too. As we made our way through the streets of KL Manjeet explained the history around us. From the very start, she ascertained what we liked and then tailored tastings to suit us, with a few surprises on the way. She even very kindly bought us a few treats to take away and have later. Her English is perfect too, probably better than some of my English friends! We would highly recommend Manjeet, for her knowledge, humour, wit and she is just lovely!

Exciting things to do in Kuala Lumpur

Discover Kuala Lumpur the local way! From interesting day trips to the Batu Caves to private home dinners, your local host will show you how to find the best things to do in Kuala Lumpur. With so many fun things to do in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll find yourself wishing you could stay a little while longer. Get a taste of the local culture as you try delicious Indian pancakes, wantan noodles and tasty Malaysian snacks in the street markets. City explorers can explore at your own pace. Soak up the atmosphere at Merdeka Square, visit the spectacular mosques or explore the hidden Chinese temples. Simply let your host know where your personal interests lie, and they will show you where to go and what to do to discover unique multi-cultural activities on your private tour in Kuala Lumpur! When you’re deciding which activities to do in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll find exploring with a local host who knows the city inside out is the best way to take in all the amazing things to see in Kuala Lumpur. Whether you take a personalized day trip to the Batu Caves or enjoy a private cooking class at your local host’s home, there are things to do to suit everyone in Kuala Lumpur! Your local host will be able to personalize your tour, and will only show you the best! If you’re planning your things to do in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll agree that a WithLocals 100% private tour is the perfect way to make sure you take in all the top things to see. With your local host by your side to customize your activities, you’ll have the day in Kuala Lumpur!

  • Visit the Loch Ness monster of Malaysia

How about trying to find a mystical creature during an awesome boat ride. Chini Lake in famous for being the home of the local version of Loch Ness monster. Don’t worry though. Even if you don’t find the unique creature, this trip will be worth remembering.
The natural sights there are breathtaking! Your private guide will also make sure to tell you all the stories of the place and how the monster legends started. Enjoy one of the most unusual things to do in Kuala Lumpur!

  • Fly above water like a superhero

Now who says you can’t fly above water like a superhero? Flyboard Malaysia is the only purveyor of this fun and extreme sport operating at Marina Putrajaya, located in the federal administrative capital Putrajaya. Ask your local guide to tell you more about this. It’s all within driving distance.
With nozzles attached to your feet, Flyboard Malaysia says within 20 minutes you will be able to maneuver the personal watercraft – yep, that’s what it’s called. Your local guide will be able to set you up with a few sessions and help you get the best prices for this unique experience.

  • Tour KL in a chopper

Yes, you can your friends can hire a helicopter and tour Kuala Lumpur from high up the sky. Your local guide will be able to set you up with this private getaway.
A 30-minute tour covers the major areas of the capital, meaning you’ll fly past Kuala Lumpur’s iconic skyscrapers. You will be aboard the Colibri, a 4-person single-engine helicopter which is fitted with carpeting and air conditioning.
Of course, bring your camera and snap away. You’ll be close enough to the Petronas Twin Towers and have the privilege of having a bird’s eye view of the city. Certainly one of the unusual things to do.

  • Join an “open house”

An open house, or rumah terbuka in Malay, is a Malaysian concept where during festivities houses are open to families and friends and strangers to partake of meals and celebrations. Your local guide will be able to coordinate this for you. Here’s a pro tip: ask your local guide to also set you up with a local costume that matches the festivity.
What if you are visiting Kuala Lumpur on a regular day? Well, your local guide will be able to coordinate such an event with a Malaysian family. This is the best way to get to know the country and its culture.

  • Jungle trekking tree to tree

Malaysia is home to some of the world’s oldest forests. Getting to know its unique flora and fauna is must and you don’t have to go far to do this. Ask your local guide about Skytrex Adventures. It’s a tree-to-tree trek high up above the ground.
There are a few ways you can move around – glide, dangle, swing, or ‘fly’ – and these courses are offered to enthusiasts of any skill level. All you need is plenty of gusto and not be afraid of heights. It’s an unusual thing to do in Kuala Lumpur but it’s safe and supervised and hands down the best way to get to know the country’s green lung. Just remember to stay hydrated – Malaysia is humid after all.

  • Eat unique local food

Malaysia is a food haven. You’ll find all types of delicacies everywhere, from the street to the shopping mall. As it is a melting pot of cultures, various cuisine are on offer. But it also home to some unique and exotic ingredients.
Your local guide will show you what these are and will bring you around for a food tour of sorts. Some dishes or ingredients may not appeal to your taste buds, some would even turn you off by their pungent aromas, but they are must-tries. Some recommendations are sup torpedo or bull’s penis soup, the durian and stinky tofu. Yep, one of the unusual things to do in Kuala Lumpur and you don’t need to travel far to get these.