At 350 miles long, the Kinabatangan River is the second-longest waterway in Malaysia. It’s well known for the biodiverse habitats on its banks and surrounding areas. Along the course of the river, you can access the limestone caves at Gomantong, dryland forests, mangrove swamps and lakes. Much of the lower river is within the Kinabatangan …
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As a visitor (or future visitor!) to Sabah, you’re probably keen to experience some of the wildlife that we’re so proud of here. You’re also probably fairly adventurous, and keen to try some active sightseeing! So, it’s no surprise that so many visitors gravitate towards the Kinabatangan River. This is the second-longest waterway in Malaysia. …
At one point or another, life makes all of us want to go and hide out in a cave. So why not embrace this and make it one of the highlights of your next visit to Borneo? This island is a veritable wonder ground of must-visit caves in all shapes and sizes. So if you’re …
At an estimated 140 million years old, Borneo boasts one of the oldest rainforests in the world. As a result, its been vital in the evolution of most of the endemic (unique to the island) species of plant and animal. So when you visit the Bornean jungle, you’ll be surrounded by around 3,000 species of …
Whether you are visiting Sandakan for the bulk of your trip, or just passing through, you will want to maximise your time in the city. So much travel time can be wasted by lack of planning when it comes to places like Sandakan. While it’s great to have an excuse to return to a place, …
When we’re not exploring the ocean, we’re looking high into the sky at another very different, but equally fascinating, natural population of Borneo. The birds of Borneo include resident and migratory species, with up to 688 logged here to date. 60 of these species are endemic to the island, which means that you won’t see …
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Malaysia is considered by many to be a tropical paradise, with stretches of the rich rainforest as far as the eye can see and tropical turquoise water that sparkles in the sunlight. It’s this crystal clear water that also makes it a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers, particularly in the Sabah region of Borneo. …
There is no doubt that Kinabalu Park is a stunning holiday destination. As Malaysia’s first World Heritage Site and the Centre of Plant Diversity for South-East Asia, there is a lot to see and do in the region. One of the major attractions in the 75,000 hectares of thick rainforest is Mount Kinabalu, which is …
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No two steps are the same, with the surrounding scenery changing every few hundred meters to give you a new, breathtaking view of Borneo. About Mount Kinabalu The first, and maybe the most important thing you should know about Mount Kinabalu, is that it’s the largest mountain in the entirety of Southeast Asia. It’s 4,095 …
If you’re looking for a tropical and exciting adventure holiday, you couldn’t do much better than Kota Kinabalu. A beautiful coastal city known for its bustling markets, modern boardwalk, beaches and waterfront. Surrounded by rainforests, it’s the perfect place to explore, see new and exciting sights, and try some new hobbies as well. If you’re …
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