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25 things to do in Borneo
Harvest of Edible Swiftlet Nests
Have you tried a soup made with birds? With eggs? What about soup from the whole bird nest?
Proboscis Monkeys
They may seem very cute because of their golden fur and tiny brown eyes, but their huge nose make them look rather weird
Sunrise on Mount Kinabalu
You can start your lazy morning in bed with a cup of coffee, or enjoy your hot drink from a thermos on top of a mountain!
Birdwatching
Choose Malaysia if you want to see as many different kinds of birds as possible and meet colleagues from all over the world
Malay Martial Arts Silat
Are they fighting or just dancing? It might be both, especially if they practice Silat
Hot Springs Off Season
Hot springs in Borneo do not provide fancy accommodations, but their simplicity and untouched natural elements are inviting
Asam Embang (Mawang) or Jungle Mango
This huge type of mango can be tasted and enjoyed only in Borneo
Banjarmasin Floating Markets
Start your morning with the freshest local fruits and vegetables for your healthy breakfast
Gong Making in Sabah & Matunggong Gong Festival
Some tribes are distinct with dances, some with hunting, and the Rungus community has mastered its skills in making gongs
Swim with Stingless Jellyfish in Kakaban Lake
Change the way you perceive these soft and slippery jellyfish by joining their underwater dance
Cap Go Meh (Tatung)
People dance, jump, sing, pierce their skin, and experience trance. You can join them or you can just stand aside and watch
Kuching Cat City
If you are a cat lover, visit this town occupied with cats while it enjoys a short break from rains
Hiking in the Wild Forests of Kalimantan
Far away from civilization, these wondering trails can take you into the middle of serenity in the Indonesian part of the Borneo Island
Pygmy Elephants
The world's smallest subspecies of elephants live in Malaysian Borneo
Bats of the Sarawak
If you are not scared of vampires, visit this four-million bat colony
Longboat Ride and Longhouse Overnight
Spend a few nights with an indigenous community to learn the cultural roots of many cultures of Southeast Asia
Borneo International Kite Festival
Dragons, tigers, lizards, cats, and more! It gets very crowded up there, high in the sky
Mountain Torq Via Ferrata
The world's highest via ferrata near the summit of Mount Kinabalu, Borneo's highest peak
Gawai Dayak (Hari Gawai)
A vibrant Dayak ethnic festival, marking the end of the harvest season in Sarawak, Malaysia and West Kalimantan, Indonesia