Bradt - Borneo

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Discover the ultimate guide to exploring Borneo with this fully updated fourth edition, covering Sabah, Sarawak, and Brunei. Packed with the latest practical details and fresh insights, it’s your go-to resource for this island paradise.

An expert guide to Borneo’s rich biodiversity, vibrant cultures, and must-see destinations.

Bradt's Borneo, authored by Tamara Thiessen, dives deep into the island’s incredible biodiversity and unique tribal cultures. From the lush rainforests and sparkling straits of Sabah to the remarkable river journeys of Sarawak, this guide offers comprehensive background chapters that bring the island to life.

This edition also introduces new sections on the gateway cities of Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, alongside updates on political and conservation issues, ensuring you’re well-informed before your trip.

Inside, you’ll find practical advice for exploring Borneo’s regional capitals, rural villages, and National Parks. The island is a global biodiversity hotspot, boasting an astonishing variety of plant and animal life. For instance, just 10 hectares of Bornean rainforest can support as many as 700 tree species, a number comparable to all of North America.

Over 5,000 plant species and 500 animal species are unique to Borneo, including the Bornean Orangutan, which is notable for spending more time on the ground than its strictly tree-dwelling Sumatran relatives.

Highlights covered include Brunei’s Ulu Temburong National Park, the breathtaking coral reefs along both coasts, and Sabah’s Danum Valley and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. From the stunning mosques of Brunei to the dramatic limestone formations of Sarawak’s Gunung Mulu National Park, this guide is the perfect companion for an unforgettable Borneo adventure.

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