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Sabah in Malaysian Borneo is similar to neighbouring Sarawak as they both highlight eco-adventure holidays amongst various cultural communities. Activities include trekking, rafting, diving, mountain climbing and there are superb coastal resorts to relax in afterwards. Shop in at 'tamu' or local markets in Kota Belud, Kota Kinabalu's Gaya Street or near Mount Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu is a cosmopolitan city with several islands just off the coast. Kinabalu National Park is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site and its jewel is Mount Kinabalu at 4,095m.
The adventurous will attempt a two-day challenging trek to the summit or enjoy leisurely walks at the park headquarters. Orang Utans are one of the state's great icons and the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary outside Sandakan is the best place to see them.
Further a field, the Lower Kinabatangan River, Gomantong Caves, and Danum Valley are other destinations to explore the state's exotic flora and fauna.
Diving sites such as Mabul, Langkayan, Layang Layang and Mantanani offer superb marine life and comfortable accommodation. Only day trips are allowed to Sipadan, one of the best diving spots in the world. Borneo's antique train operates from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom while tourist steam trains operate to Papar and back, offering views of the scenic countryside and lifestyle. International and domestic flights service Kota Kinabalu and from here, there are flights to other destinations in Sabah. Flying is an economical way of discovering the state although there's a good public bus system.
Also know as the 'Land of the Hornbills', intricate rivers and pepper, Sarawak beckons with verdant rainforests and the diverse lifestyles of its indigenous people. Travellers here need to factor in the remoteness of some locations especially those 'upriver' where boats are still the only form of communication. This remoteness is what makes Sarawak so appealing. It's unlike Peninsular Malaysia and appeals to the adventurous.
Rivers like the Skrang, Belaga, Batang Ai, Rejang and Baram with their remote tribal longhouses provide access to the state's magnificent natural and cultural heritage. Explore ancient rainforests by boat or head cross-country for trekking, rafting and climbing adventures. Many longhouses appear stuck in a time warp. Handicrafts like wood carvings, beadwork, pua weavings and basketry are still made along communal verandas.
Visit natural treasures like Gunung Mulu National Park and the archaeologically significant Niah Caves.
Many of the state's tourist attractions are its national parks protecting natural features like caves, the exotic Rafflesia flower, endangered wildlife, beaches, rivers and various plant communities. Get to know the people of Sarawak and their lifestyles at the Sarawak Cultural Village. Set within 15 acres of natural jungle, the traditional longhouse dwelling of each ethnic group, arts and crafts demonstrations and dance presentations can be seen here. The state has a coastline that runs 700km along the southern side of Borneo where good place to begin discovering its beauty is Damai Beach in Santubong.
Kuching, the state capital is the main international gateway and together with Miri to the north, operate as regional hubs for air services to remote parts of the state.
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