Maritime Southeast Asia

BORNEO

BORNEO
0.9619° N, 114.5548° E
[ OVERVIEW ]

Borneo is the third largest island and home to Mt. Kinabalu and Rafflesia, the largest flower in the world. This country makes the traveller feel like a gnome, walking in mushroom rain forests and playing with Orangutans in Sepilok. More rigorous activities include rafting the Padas river and manoeuvring through the great bat caves of Sarawak.

[ HIGHLIGHTS ]

Sarawak and Sabah are a naturalist’s dream, home to extraordinary biodiversity with thousands of plant species, hundreds of birds, and diverse wildlife including proboscis monkeys, macaques, and the iconic orangutan.

In Sarawak, travellers can also experience rich indigenous culture, including an overnight stay in an Iban longhouse, where traditional stories and oral histories are shared. Journeys through the region include trekking in pristine rainforest, exploring some of the world’s largest cave systems in Gunung Mulu National Park, and witnessing its dramatic limestone pinnacles.

The adventure continues in Sabah, where travellers ascend above the jungle canopy to the summit of Mount Kinabalu before exploring forest reserves and visiting orangutan rehabilitation centres.

Sarawak and Sabah

  • A major highlight for visitors to Sabah is the climb of Mount Kinabalu, a spectacular “peak in the clouds” and Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, standing at 4,095 metres and offering one of Southeast Asia’s most rewarding mountain experiences.

    Sabah has an equally fascinating ethnic heritage, visibly distinct from the indigenous peoples further south. Sabah’s jungles may be wild and untamed, but they’re well worth it. Hike rainforest trails and watch the sunrise.

    Explore a mystical land of incredible natural beauty and rare wildlife on this tour. With its collection of exotic animals, ancient traditions, hot springs, tribal villages, loveable orang-utans and incredible views, Sabah has something for everyone. Experience watching elusive sea turtles lay their eggs upon Turtle Beach and sharing laughs with local village hosts – every minute of this incredible adventure will stay with you for life.

    An article by Ms Himali Singh Soin on beautiful Borneo in vice.com.