The world's third-largest island — orangutans, primary rainforests, and Asia's wildest pristine nature.
Borneo is the world's third largest island and one of Earth's oldest tropical rainforests — home to wild orangutans, proboscis monkeys and Mount Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu is the gateway from Sabah province into this unparalleled natural treasury.
Best time to visit
April–October best for Sipadan diving; year-round possible; west coast drier October–March
Top sights & experiences
- 🦧 Orangutans — Sepilok Rehabilitation
- 🏔️ Mount Kinabalu — Highest in SE Asia
- 🐟 Sipadan — World's Best Dive Site
- 🐊 Kinabatangan River — Jungle Safari
- 🌅 Tunku Abdul Rahman Park — Islands
- 🦐 Kota Kinabalu Seafood Market
Perfect for
NatureDivingEco-tourism
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