Malaysia

Malaysia Countless Stars at Sipadan Island During my Borneo island tour recce trip, Sipadan Island quickly became my top destination. As one of the world’s renowned diving spots, it exceeded my expectations. On my first day of island hopping, I was awestruck by the sight of countless starfish scattered across the beach of Pulau Sibuan.…

Malaysia Mandi Sungai at Batang Ai Batang Ai, about 275 km east of Kuching near the Malaysia Kalimantan border, was my destination. While I didn’t manage to visit the national park, I stumbled upon something even better: the most amazing Mandi Sungai (river dipping) experience ever! Spending three days and two nights here, I found…

Malaysia MISTY RAINFOREST. DANUM VALLEY The Danum Valley, the world’s second-oldest rainforest at an astounding 130 million years old, is a sanctuary of ancient wonders. In the misty mornings, the pristine forest takes on an ethereal quality that’s almost otherworldly. Hiking through its dense canopy, where the tallest tropical trees stretch towards the heavens, is…

Malaysia Mystical Kinabatangan River The Kinabatangan River always reminds me of the hornbill, which called the king of birds. As I cruise along the river, it’s frequent to spot these magnificent birds flying in pairs above. Kinabatangan is celebrated for its incredible bird and animal watching opportunities, offering an unforgettable experience. I particularly love the…

Malaysia Bako National Park. WILD ZOO Bako National Park stands out geographically because it’s located on a unique peninsula. The boat ride to the park is soothing, enhanced by the bright colors and serene landscape of the river. I fondly refer to Bako as a “wild zoo” due to the high likelihood of encountering various…

Malaysia Gunung Mulu National Park Gunung Mulu National Park is celebrated for its extraordinary caves, with Deer Cave and Clearwater Cave standing out as my top picks. Deer Cave’s immense scale is breathtaking, and walking through it felt like stepping into a Batman film, it’s easy to feel dwarfed by its vastness. Clearwater Cave is…