The island of Borneo, the 3rd largest in the world, actually consists of 3 different countries - Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei. Our service concentrates exclusively on the more developed and diverse region that is Malaysia, and which consists of two separate states - Sabah, and Sarawak.
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SABAH
Sabah lies slightly less than 8 degrees north of the equator and occupies the most northern part of the island of Borneo. This geographical location means that tropical typhoons that occur in the region cannot affect Sabah and so it is known as 'the land below the wind'.
Sabah is a unique province in that it offers an extensive scope of experiences typically associated with tropical regions, and more, all within range of its capital city Kota Kinabalu. The capital itself is very modern and offers all the 'mod cons' that a western capital has to offer, whilst a 20 minute drive from Kota Kinabalu takes you into the realm of rural Borneo.
There is a huge diversity of cultures in the region today with 32 indigenous groups speaking more than 80 dialects with Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, Suluk, Malay, Chinese and Indian making up the majority of Sabah's population.
Geographically Sabah consists of mountainous rainforests and meandering fast flowing rivers which stream into fruitful tropical seas. Both terrestrial and marine biodiversity are outstanding and many species are endemic to Borneo and indeed have yet to be discovered. The area has a pleasant climate, political stability and friendly people; it is free from most tropical diseases and is not within any impact zones of natural catastrophes such as cyclones or tsunamis.
Combined with the rich traditions of the multifarious peoples travel experiences within Sabah are vast and varied and cater for virtually anyone.
SARAWAK
Occupying the northern part of the Western side of Borneo island Sarawak is the largest Malaysian state and one of two Malaysian states in Borneo, which is separated from peninsular Malaysia by the South China Sea.
Famed for its stunning remote rainforests, abundant with mystical beauty and marvelously strange creatures Sarawak is also starting to become know for its coral reefs. Although mostly undiscovered and undescribed divers have reported reefs and underwater scenery to be stunning. With two main urban centers Kuching to the west and Miri to the east visitors can enjoy the beauty of the rainforests, tribal cultures and sealife without being too far from civilisation. Kuching and Miri have lots to offer in terms of city life.
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