About us
Made in Malaysia, by people who love its islands
Our story
Pulau Escapes started in 2015 with one boat, one captain and a simple idea: island trips in Malaysia should be easy to book, honest about what's included, and small enough that you actually enjoy them.
Today our team of guides, captains and food lovers runs eight signature tours from Langkawi to the Cameron Highlands, with a guest team in Kuala Lumpur and a US desk for travellers from the United States.
What we care about
Small on purpose
Small groups mean more time with your guide and less crowding at fragile sites.
Leave it better
We follow marine-park rules to the letter and support reef clean-ups on Redang and Perhentian every season.
Local, all the way
Our guides, captains and food stalls are local, and so is the money you spend with us.
Meet the team
Nurul Huda Ismail
Founder & Managing Director
Grew up in Kuala Terengganu and started Pulau Escapes with one boat in Langkawi.
Arjun Pillai
Head of Marine Tours
Dive instructor with more than 3,000 dives around Tioman and Redang.
Tan Wei Jie
Food Tours Lead
Third-generation Penangite who designed both our food walks.
Sarah Lim
Guest Experience Manager
Leads the team that answers your calls, chats and emails.
Hafiz Rahman
Langkawi Operations
Licensed boat captain and the reason our boats leave on time.
Emily Carter
US Desk Coordinator
Helps travellers from the United States plan their Malaysia trip.
Not sure which trip suits you?
Tell us your dates and who's travelling — we'll suggest the right tour within one working day.