The best tourist activities on the amazing island of Borneo

Borneo Island, which is shared by 3 countries, is one of the largest islands in the world and the most naturally diverse, as it includes tens of its tropical islands and thousands of kilometers of beaches and the longest mountain in Malaysia. Geographically, the regions of Sabah and Sarawak, which belong to Malaysia, occupy about a quarter of the island’s area, while the Indonesian Kalimatan region extends almost over the rest of the island, while Brunei is within the Sarawak range. Today we will learn about the best tourism activities that can be taken in Borneo, which is a great place for tourism and exploration.

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Mount Kinabalu
Danum Valley
Transfer between islands in Kota Kinabalu
The capital of Sabah
Kalimatan

Mount Kinabalu

For adventure lovers, you must discover this towering mountain, which is considered the highest point between New Guinea and the Himalayas, 4,095 meters high and thus dominating the sight of the horizon in the Sabah region. Visitors can take part in mountain excursions, which are of course for lovers of this sport, the path can be completed in about two days, stay a night in a hotel located at the foot of the mountains, then explore the amazing scenes provided by the mountain. It is mentioned that this adventure must be pre-booked (about two months ago) since a limited number of explorers can participate in this activity daily.

Danum Valley

The name Borneo undoubtedly evokes the scenes of tropical forests, wildlife and biodiversity. In fact, there is no place that meets the imagination this Danim Valley offers more than in the Sabah region of Borneo. According to experts, the valley is millions of years old, with its diverse environments providing adequate shelter for about half of the world’s animals and plants! A visit to the valley requires advance planning and about two hours to arrive from anywhere on the island, where you can organize trips with tourist experts or do a safari at night for an unforgettable experience.

Transfer between islands in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah, shares its coast with 5 tropical islands. Start your journey between islands from the distinctive Tonko Abdul Rahman Marine Park as many visit Manukan Island, famous for its beaches and charming crystal waters. Adventure-goers go to Gaia, the island’s largest free park, discover the floating town or walk through many paths that provide wonderful sights of the archipelago in an activity that tourists love.

The capital of Sabah

Sabah Kota Kinabalu capital is abbreviated as KK and is located in the west of the region. The capital is characterized by its modernity and the charming nature, minutes from the green wilderness. One of the most famous landmarks of KK is the Likas floating mosque. Its best beaches are Tanjung Aru, and is famous for its magical sunset. Head to Gaia Street, which includes many restaurants and entertainment centers.

Kalimatan

This region offers many great adventures in vast and legendary forests, and there are lots of beautiful wildlife details, authentic landscapes, charming well-preserved traditional cultures, and lots of amazing experiences. Watch exotic Orangutan monkeys in dense forests, mysterious Dayak villages and people who retain traditions and ancient ways of life, exciting boats along the pure rivers and also includes a group of beaches that provide the perfect waters for those who enjoy diving, snorkeling and underwater photography.

The atmosphere of commuting between islands in Kota Kinabalu