Borneo Travel Report...
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My preconception of Borneo?…………….Easy, - green and orange!

I expected Borneo to be a country boasting only green jungle complete with 'Wild man of Borneo' inhabitants……….Orang-utans. My experiences of the huge variety of pursuits, sights and sounds superseded all my expectations.

The most memorable part of the trip for me was our visit to Sandakan, reached by internal flight from Kotu Kinabalu Airport. We visited the Sepilok orang-utan sanctuary where we had opportunity to learn about these animals within their natural environment and the various rehabilitation programmes before trekking into the jungle to see them at their feeding posts. A 'banana bunch' of hungry, cheeky monkeys were very close behind!

The city tour was extremely interesting. We were driven through "Little Hong Kong" shopping area to a local Kadazan village comprising of houses supported on stilts over the river, where we were welcomed by residents with open arms. The tour also encompasses the State Mosque, Chinese Temple and the War memorial.

There is so much Borneo has to offer to satisfy every individual travel criteria. The culture and history is fascinating, from the religion and laws to the local dance and costume. A country of contrasts with beautiful white sandy beaches, picturesque mountains including Mount Kinabalu dominating the area of Kinabalu National Park, the lush greenery of the jungle, the various nature reserves for garden fanatics and wildlife fanciers alike!
One of the rainforests has a canopy walk 156ft above the ground with fantastic views (if you dare look!)

The accommodation in Borneo is excellent, most hotels have their own Golf course and spa, and a selection of top quality restaurants. What we also found of 'good taste' was the local cuisine. (All these restaurants had to be sampled!) Malay dishes are similar in taste to Indian/Chinese combinations and cost very little for very substantial portions!

The people of Borneo are extremely hospitable, the friendly tour guides relish in telling stories and tales of Borneo myths and legends, and where else will hotel staff gather to bid farewell in song as you check out of your quality accommodation?

A truly 'colourful' experience, not just 'green and orange' after all!

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