Explore Malaysia with the Orang Asli as your guides
Connect with Malaysia’s indigenous cultures through Native and their Orang Asli guides
‘Come as a guest, leave as family’
Nando is the founder of RMC Detusoko, a collective developing new opportunities to promote Lio heritage and agriculture.
Celebrate! A Mollo gathering of arts and food
Lakoat.Kujawas rekindles knowledge of Timor’s Mollo highlands through creative arts and food.
In Long Semadoh, see a world in a grain of rice
Farm-to-table meals? Long Semadoh has it all, from the chance to try rice farming, taste some truly amazing rice, and learn about the culture behind every bite.
Northern Thailand’s hill tribes turn a new leaf
Experience Thailand’s high life: immerse yourself in the northern hill tribes, who are working hard to build new livelihoods with the help of Local Alike.
‘Eco-tourism has made our lives and the environment better’
Bah Insan is a guide and chairman of SEMAI, a community organisation that promotes sustainable eco-tourism and nature awareness.
Ulu Geroh's flower power
Rafflesias aren’t Ulu Geroh’s only attraction — the Semai people will inspire you with their love for the land
In Toraja, death calls for a celebration
Famed for their elaborate rituals honouring the dead, Toraja is a highland adventure set in South Sulawesi. Try a local homestay and support community livelihoods.
Travel back in time in Walvanda
In lush Walvanda, the Warlis' rustic way of life has survived modernisation. Visit to take in their distinctive art and help preserve their tradition
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