Welcome to Borneo – What You Can Expect
It really is a jungle out there! Some of the most species-rich rainforests in the world are in Borneo, including prime areas that can be accessed from multi-ethnic, modern cities quite easily.
Ancient Rainforests
Have you always dreamed of experiencing the rich abundance of animal and plant life of a genuine equatorial rainforest? If so, your wildest dreams will be fulfilled by a visit to Borneo. The jungles of this island bring to mind adventure and remoteness, as you imagine the impenetrable foliage along with exciting river journeys. However, if you take a closer look you will also see the emergence of nuances: the orchids, lianas, and pitcher plants in the lowland forest giving way to the rhododendrons and conifers as you make your ascent up Mt Kinabalu. Although there are many depressing headlines in the news these days about deforestation, large areas of rainforest in Borneo are still intact, …