Tourist Attractions in Borneo

The best part of any tour to any part of the world is the attractions of the place and a place like Borneo is bound to offer such attraction in abundance. Being the third largest island of the world Borneo's political division makes it an interesting place to visit. The island is divided among the regimes of Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei thus showcasing different facets of culture. The size of the island lets allows many water bodies to surround it from all directions.



The islands first attractions are the pristine beaches. Enjoy the soothing sound of the waves along with the adventures on the beaches. The mountains are the next aspect of Borneo which attracts the tourists. Trek or climb them to add adventure in your holiday.




The biggest attraction of the island is the marvelous wildlife. The island is covered with thick and dense forest providing a brilliant ecosystem for the wildlife. Explore the untrodden paths of the forests to discover something new in it. The 15,000 species of flowering plants along with 3000 species of trees a new dimension to the wildlife of the island. The songs of the 420 species of birds creates a spell of magic in the atmosphere of the forests. The adventure in the forests is further enhanced by the 221 species of animals including the Asian Elephant, the Sumatran Rhinoceros and the Clouded Leopard.



The chief attraction of Borneo and its wildlife is the Orangutan. As a matter of fact Orangutans are the pride of Borneo as these creatures find the best habitat to dwell in the forests of Borneo.



Borneo is divided into many regions. One of the important of them is the Sabah regions. A peaceful abode for the visitors with all its beauty. It is home tone of world's highest peaks also an underwater paradise of coral reefs.



Other tourist atrractions of sabah are




  • Mount Kinabalu
  • Poring Springs/Jungle Canopy Walk
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
  • White-Water Rafting
  • North Borneo Railway
  • Monsopiad - Heritage Cultural Village
  • Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre - Sandakan
  • Selingan - Turtle Islands
  • Kinabatangan River
  • Sandakan Australian Memorial
  • Rungus Longhouse
  • Kota Belud
  • Sipadan - A Diver's Paradise
  • Danum Valley

Other than these you can also visit Kota Kinabalu where you can witness Mt. Kinabalu .



Keep touring in Borneo as the fun never ends here!



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