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Motorhome rental becomes new trend for balik kampung trips in Malaysia

17.06.2026 04:10 2 min 5 sources
BeritaHarian MSA + 4 more
Motorhome rental becomes new trend for balik kampung trips in Malaysia
Original source: BeritaHarian

In Brief

Demand for motorhome rental in Malaysia is rising, especially during festive seasons for homecoming trips. RVLife MY expanded its fleet from 1 to 126 units across three countries, with daily rates from 500 to 2,000 ringgit.

Interest in recreational vehicle (RV) travel is growing in Malaysia. This relatively new form of tourism offers freedom of movement and closeness to nature. Demand for motorhome rental spikes before holidays, as many use them for 'balik kampung' (returning to hometown) trips.

Market growth and pricing

RVLife MY, which started with a single vehicle in 2022, now operates 126 motorhomes across Malaysia, Japan, and Indonesia. Of these, 40 units are based in Malaysia. Rental rates start at 500 Malaysian ringgit per day, while premium models with Wi-Fi and a bathroom can cost up to 2,000 ringgit per day.

Expansion plans

The company plans to expand operations to the states of Sabah and Sarawak.

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Interest in motorhome travel is growing

26.04.2026 BeritaHarian MSA Original source

Growing Demand for Motorhome Rentals for Homecoming Trips

22.03.2026 e南洋 ZHO Original source

Motorhome Rental Gains Popularity for Hometown Trips

22.03.2026 New Sarawak Tribune ENG Original source

Motorhome Rental Emerges as New Trend for Returning Home

22.03.2026 诗华日报 ZHO Original source

Motorhome Rentals Become New Trend for Returning to Hometown

22.03.2026 BERNAMA MSA Original source

🇲🇾 Malaysia — fuel prices

Updated: 20.06.2026

Diesel

$1.06 /l

MYR4.36 · €0.93/l

26 of 132

cheaper than 81% of countries

Petrol

$0.90 /l

MYR3.71 · €0.80/l

18 of 134

cheaper than 87% of countries

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