Standard Operating Procedures in Place for Guests and Staff at Borneo Eco Tours

Our new Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) has been introduced since the physical office reopened again. Since Malaysia’s infection rate has been drastically dropping for the past three weeks, we have to continue implementing strict guidelines if we want to defeat COVID-19.

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April 16, 2020

My Experience in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo

Kota Kinabalu or also more fondly known by the locals as KK, is the capital of the state of Sabah on the Malaysian part of Borneo. Kota Kinabalu is a relatively big city with about 315,000 inhabitants. When I flew to Kota Kinabalu on the 27th of January 2020 for my internship with Borneo Eco...

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February 7, 2020

Trekking the Imbak Canyon of Sabah, Malaysian Borneo

You’re trying to get some work done as you sit slouched at your desk. Your fingers tapping away on the keyboard as you try to make sense of the words that appear on your computer screen. Your mind won’t cooperate though, and you suddenly find yourself drifting to a serene location, a rainforest far away....

Activities, Adventure, Birding, Conservation, Destinations, Sustainable Tourism, Travels

September 18, 2019

Deramakot Forest Reserve & What You Should Know

The Deramakot Forest Reserve is a lush tropical rainforest area that stretches at 55,507 hectares and is located in the heart of Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. It is the first natural tropical rainforest in the world to be certified as a “Well-Managed Forest”. The forest reserve has been certified since 1997 by the Forest Stewardship Council®...

Adventure, Conservation, Destinations, Sustainability, Sustainable Tourism, Travels, Wildlifes

August 6, 2019

UPDATE: Kiulu Farmstay – A Unique Countryside Experience in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo

UPDATE With the school holidays nearing, it’s time to plan a family trip to escape worldly distractions and enjoy some fun quality time in the countryside! Today’s fast-paced lifestyle can really take a toll on you. The cure you need might just be a little getaway outside the hustle and bustle of city life. Take...

Community, Cultures, Destinations, Travels

March 12, 2019

Discover Sabah in 10 Days For Just USD 1,352 Per Twin Share With Guaranteed Departure!

You’ve packed your bags, you’re all geared up and ready for an adventure of a lifetime in Borneo… but oh no, what’s this? You’ve only got 10 days to explore this beautiful island? Well if you’re an adventurous traveller who’s always wanted to experience Borneo to its fullest in as short a time as possible,...

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January 28, 2019

The Newbie (and Seasoned) Traveller’s Guide to Travelling Responsibly

The world of travel is shifting and a lot has changed since the advent times of travelling. Large-group tours are becoming less popular especially amongst today’s millennials, and face-to-face dealings with a tour agent is slowly fading into the background. The internet has taken over if not all, most part of our lives! The same...

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Borneo, community based, responsible travel, Sabah

November 20, 2018

The Four Show Caves of Mulu, Sarawak You Need to Explore

Caves are an enigma with their unusual jagged structures and beautiful unique landscapes, and there’s really no need to be a geologist or a daring cave explorer to appreciate the wonders that any cave has to offer. All you need is a curious mind and an open heart, and you’re all set! Within the World...

Adventure, Destinations, Travels, Wild Borneo

October 15, 2018

Get to Know Sandakan, the Elopura and Nature City of Sabah, Borneo

Once a hustling and bustling hub for trading activities, Sandakan’s port used to be a favourite stopover for traders from different corners of the world. It’s exciting to imagine that this peaceful and easy-going city was once a busy gathering place for merchants, planters and explorers from faraway countries like Germany, India, China, Arab, Great...

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Borneo, nature city, Sabah, sandakan

September 15, 2018

Things about Gomantong Cave in Sandakan, Sabah Borneo That You Must Know About

Whether you are an ardent cave explorer or a curious traveller, Gomantong Cave is one of the many highlights of Sandakan, Sabah Borneo which you must visit at least once in your lifetime. Its intriguing geological feature is a feast for the eyes! Well, unless you have a fear of the dark and creepy crawlies,...

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