Our Story
About Arus Travel & Tours
Over 17 years of crafting extraordinary journeys for Malaysian travellers worldwide.
Who We Are
Malaysia's Trusted Travel Partner Since 2008
Arus Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd was founded in 2008 with a singular vision: to make quality world travel accessible to every Malaysian family. What began as a small team of five passionate travel enthusiasts in Kuala Lumpur has grown into one of Malaysia's most trusted and beloved travel agencies.
Over 17 years, we have crafted unforgettable journeys for more than 20,000 happy travellers, taking them to breathtaking destinations across Southeast Asia, East Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean.
As a fully licensed MOT travel agency and proud member of MATTA and IATA, we are committed to the highest standards of service, safety, and value. Every tour we design is a reflection of our passion for travel and our deep care for our clients.
17+
Years of Excellence
What Drives Us
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To create extraordinary travel experiences that inspire, connect, and transform lives — delivering unmatched value, comfort, and care in every journey we craft.
Our Vision
To be Malaysia's most trusted and innovative travel company, recognised for excellence in service and our commitment to making the world accessible to every Malaysian.
Our Values
Integrity, excellence, and genuine care for every traveller. We believe every person deserves to experience the world's wonders with confidence and joy.
Our Journey
Company Milestones
2008
Founded in Kuala Lumpur with a team of 5 dedicated travel enthusiasts. Obtained MATTA membership and officially licensed by Ministry of Tourism Malaysia.
2011
Expanded to East Asia packages — Japan, Korea, and China become top sellers.
2015
Crossed the milestone of 5,000 satisfied travellers and opened our second branch in Penang.
2018
Launched premium Europe and Middle East tour packages. IATA accreditation achieved.
2020
Resilient through the pandemic — pivoted to domestic packages and emerged stronger.
2023
Celebrated 10,000+ happy travellers and launched our new digital booking platform.
2025
Surpassed 20,000 happy travellers and expanded to 50+ worldwide destinations.
The People Behind
Meet Our Leadership Team
A passionate and experienced team dedicated to delivering the best travel experiences for you.
Dato' Ahmad Rizal bin Mahathir
Chief Executive Officer
25 years in travel industry
Ms. Linda Tan Siew Ling
General Manager, Operations
18 years in tourism management
Mr. Suresh A/L Krishnan
Head of Tour Development
15 years designing tour packages
Ms. Nur Fazrina binti Azhar
Head of Customer Experience
12 years in customer relations