Introducing Borneo
Borneo is the world's third largest island after Greenland and Papua New Guinea. It is strategically located in South East Asia and is linked with numerous international and domestic flights. Borneo is occupied by 3 countries, with the largest portion owned by Indonesia (Kalimantan) followed by Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak) and Brunei. Borneo is famed for its untouched rainforest which provide shelters for a myriad of rare wildlife species. Ecolodges with minimal impact on the environment such as Sukau Rainforest Lodge are operating to offer visitors a few days of wonderful experience to spot wildlife via river cruises.
Apart from nature, Borneo is a haven for ardent divers as it offers exceptionally gorgeous underwater marine life. Sipadan Island and the surrounding islands are immensely ideal for diving and it had been repeatedly rated as one of the best dive spots in the world. As for the adventurers, trekking Mount Kinabalu is a must do activity in Borneo. Being the highest peak between the Himalayas and Papua New Guinea, this 4095m tall mountain is not only gorgeous but is deemed as a monumental landmark in Borneo.
Surrounded by azure and crystal clear oceans, Borneo is blessed with long white sandy beaches over thousands of kilometers. Studded like jewels in the midst of the oceans, there are a numbers of lovely and green lush islands near the coast. They are easily accessible and the famous being Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Marine Park off Kota Kinabalu and the world acclaimed "Survivor Island" (Pulau Tiga).
Borneo is also home to the largest cave system in the world. Also surrounded with pinnacles, Mulu National Park in Sarawak is the place for physically - prepared visitors to confront the eco challenge and to experience the thrill of the surrounding ecology.
Whenever you touch down in Borneo, you stand a chance to meet the locals and observe their unique cultures. Borneo is dwelled by various indigenous and you can see the local folks up close when you visit the tribal long houses in Skrang, Sarawak and Kudat in Sabah. Though the people of Borneo are made up of different background and practice different beliefs, yet they are living in harmony thus making Borneo a peace and safe place to visit.
Besides these remarkable destinations Borneo is offering, alternatively you can take part in exciting or classic activities such as sightseeing, white water rafting, riding antique train, golfing, shopping as well as sampling scrumptious local food and beverage. In short, Borneo has what it takes to be your favorite destination. Even more interestingly, more and more newly married couples are considering Borneo as their honeymoon destination!
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