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Borneo Nature Travel guide

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The Books Author's Favorites Destination.

I have been blessed to visit numerous National Parks and locations for various purposes and research projects, and to have met thousands of tourists and nature lovers who have come to Borneo. It was evident however, that there were big gaps within the industry, and that the usual routes for travellers and tourists were generally restricted to Kuching, Mulu, Kota Kinabalu, Lahad Datu and Semporna.

There are many other amazing places and destinations that people should go to. To explore and to experience, to really get the best out of Borneo, and at the same time to elevate the people in their villages.

The Travellers Kit section has been created to assist your learning of the nature of Borneo in a crash-course style.

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Shavez Cheema

Founder of 1StopBorneo Wildlife

The founder of 1StopBorneo Wildlife and a conservationist with a particular interest in herpetofauna and mammals. His academic background is in anthropology and tourism and he leads the reforestation, scientific and community tourism projects of the organization.


Here are My 8 Favorites Destination in Borneo !

  • Tawau Hills Parks, Sabah
  • Kinabalu Park SAYAP, Sabah
  • Bakelaan, Sarawak
  • Teraja, Brunei
  • Maratua, Kalimantan
  • Pulau Tiga, Sabah
  • Tanjung Dato National Park, Sarawak


Editor of the Book

  • Chun Xing WongChun Xing Wong
  • Yulinda WahyuniYulinda Wahyuni
  • Mala & AdiMala & Adi
  • Chrislyn MujanChrislyn Mujan
  • Elvinis GunongElvinis Gunong
  • Farid FarhanFarid Farhan
  • Chua Yan PingChua Yan Ping
  • Nathaline PingNathaline Ping
  • Richard ThomasRichard Thomas
  • Darrysie SalapanDarrysie Salapan

Author's Travel Tips

Local Party

If you want to experience a real, local party, try to go to a village, especially a Sarawakian or Brunei or Kalimantan longhouse, on December 31st. 

Music Bands

Best places for MUSIC in Kota Kinabalu? Follow @JWP_2003 on Instagram. The 3B’s and a Girl band are one of the best bands in Borneo. Stay updated via the bars directly or the IG account above.

Wildlife Watch

Try the TAWAU back road, it's really a raw wildlife watching experience

Rent Car

To experience BRUNEI, Rent a car. Without it, you will not enjoy it much. Unless with a reputable local company and guide.

Book Advance

For WILDLIFE TOURS, I advise you to BOOK in advance.

E-Hailing

For E-hailing service, download GRAB. It will be very helpful in Malaysia! GOJEK in Kalimantan and DART in Brunei

Mingling

Try to look for a local couch surfing group too for mingling

Payment

CARRY a Transferwise card or a EWALLET card always to make your payment easier

Sim Card

For Brunei, you can buy a local sim or just get a Malaysian sim card and use the roaming is cheaper and faster and better.

Time Spent

Brunei spend four days three nights, Sarawak spent between one week to two weeks, and Sabah spent between two to four weeks.

Free Stay

If your flight gets canceled in Mulu By Malaysian Airlines. They will spoil you and give you a free stay at Mulu Marriott usually. So if you want this privilege or to avoid it, book the final flight on a bad weather day. If you know what I mean.

Hitch-hike

Try not to hitch-hike in Sabah.There are so many reliable transport options. Use them and support local.Kalimantan and Brunei you can try your luck.

Book Advance

Mt Kinabalu is usually booked in advance but you can try your luck that very morning by rocking up to the park HQ in case you get lucky as someone might have canceled.

Mingling

In KK expats are quite active and adventurous. But how to find them? Try going on a quiz night Wednesday 8pm to El Centro. Good luck mingling.

Adidas KG

Buy a pair of Adidas KG shoes. You won't regret these multipurpose shoes. Read this travel blog: https://www.stickyricetravel.com/the-adidas-kampung/