What makes Malaysia so fascinating is its diversity. In the same country, you can explore thriving, modern cities, explore colonial architecture, relax on some of the most beautiful beaches on the planet and hike through lush green jungles.
Borneo boasts beautiful islands and thriving cities, but most travelers are drawn here for its jungles and rare animals. From what to expect on your wildlife excursions to the one thing you shouldn't leave home without—here's what you need to know before going to the jungles of Borneo.

Langkawi
Langkawi is an archipelago made up of 99 islands on the west coast of Malaysia. Surrounded by the An...

Sabah
Sabah is a Malaysian state occupying the northern part of the island of Borneo. It's famed for its 4...

Sarawak
Sarawak, a Malaysian state on Borneo, stretches along the island’s northwest coast, including many...

Bako National Park
Bako is home to approximately 150 endangered proboscis monkeys, which are endemic to Borneo, and has...

Bohey Dulang Island
Bohey Dulang is the second-largest island amongst the Tun Sakaran Marine Park Islands. Bohey Dulang ...

Kapalai Island
The mere name conjures the image of crystal clear waters and a floating paradise like no other. Kapa...

Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu is the charming capital of Sabah, which is part of East Malaysia. Different from Penin...

Kuching
Considered to be quite a famous place among the tribal communities, Kuching is known for its Chinese...

Kundasang
The lush greenery and herds of cattle seen at Desa Dairy Farm, also dubbed as "The Little New Zealan...

Langkawi Island
In conclusion, Langkawi Island is the place to go when you want to go to the outdoors and enjoy natu...

Mabul Island
Mabul Island is located only about 15 minutes by speedboat from the famous Sipadan Island, Mabul has...

Mantabuan Island
Mantabuan Island is the best spot for sightings of underwater creatures. Despite being the smallest ...

Manukan Island
Manukan is the most famous island in Sabah that promotes an ideal beach holiday trip in Malaysia Bor...

Mataking Island
Mataking Island is a Malaysian island located in the Celebes Sea on the state of Sabah. Mataking Isl...

Miri
It has a thriving Chinese community, Sarawak's oldest Buddhist temple and a handicraft market sellin...

Mulu
Gunung Mulu National Park is a protected rainforest in Malaysian Borneo. It’s known for its dramat...

Pom Pom Island
Pom Pom Island is a small coral reef island in the Celebes Sea approximately 30 kilometres north eas...

Sandakan
Sandakan was formerly known as 'Elopura' and is also the second-largest town in Sabah. Known as the ...

Sapi Island
Sapi Island is one of the most popular places in Sabah to swim, snorkel and relax and it is just 20 ...

Semporna
Semporna is a town on the island of Borneo, in the Malaysian state of Sabah. It’s the gateway to T...

Sepilok
A visit to the world's most famous place to see orangutans in their natural habitat is all the more ...

Sibuan Island
Sibuan Island is home to the “Bajau Laut” (sea gypsies), who live in small huts on the island’...

Sukau
Wild orangutans, rare proboscis monkeys, endangered birds - the rewards for nature lovers that ventu...

Tawau
Tawau is the third biggest city of Sabah, after Kota Kinabalu in the west and Sandakan in the east. ...

Timba Timba Island
Timba Timba Island is covered with soft, pure white sand. Apart from being known for its wonderful b...