Explore the Mighty Jungles of Sabah, Malaysia

Explore the Mighty Jungles of Sabah, Malaysia

Explore the mysterious jungles of Sabah and experience natural beauty. Here, you will get the opportunity to see the Rafflesia, the largest flower in the world!

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Jungle trekking is perhaps the most enjoyable way to get close to nature. Not only is it adventurous, you’ll get to experience beauty in its truest form and be in awe by the extraordinary vegetation and wildlife.

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Sabah’s rainforests are some of the oldest in the world and are richly blessed with exotic flora and fauna. In fact, the great Rafflesia, the largest flower in the entire world can be found here, in the Sabah rainforests.

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Trekking can accommodate all kinds of fitness levels. It is strongly advised for the inexperienced jungle-trekker to explore the area with well-trained travel guides and to stay at accommodation located throughout the forest. Travel guides will be happy to accompany you through challenging trail routes and can also tell you many interesting facts about the jungle! The more adventurous trekkers may choose to explore the forests without a guide. You can follow set paths that will safely get you through the forest.

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Common trail paths:

1. Kinabatangan River Trekking

2. Mount Kinabalu Trekking

3. Salt Trail Trekking

4. Long Pasia Trekking

5. Mulu Trekking

6. Headhunters Trail Trekking

Each trail lasts for a different number of days. For instance, the Salt Trail Trek will require 3-6 days depending on your pace. Headhunters Trail will most likely take about 5 days. Book the trail that you are most comfortable with and that fits into your schedule.

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Jungle Tips

1. Sabah experiences a hot and sunny tropical climate and oppressive humidity. The jungle environment is harsh and full of reedy grasses and thistle plants that can cause injuries. Visitors should dress fully (long pants and socks) to avoid injuries and comfortably to avoid heatstroke.

2. Stay cool and drink lots of water.

3. Wear trail shoes or mountaineering boots.

4. Seek anti-malaria medication before coming to Sabah, add this to your first aid kit.

5. Bring a pair of leech socks. This is a tightly woven cotton bottom and nylon gator that you tuck your pants into and that goes all the way up to your knees. This will help keep the leeches away from bare skin.

6. Protect yourself from the sun. The sun is much stronger in the tropical climate and even though there is little exposure of the sun in the forest, there is still a high risk of getting sunburnt. Keep sunscreen and bring along a hat on your exploration.

7. Bring a large flashlight and extra set of batteries

8. Never leave marked trails

If you’re interested in travelling to Sabah, here are some amazing travel packages that will help you plan your trip.

Explore the deep mysteries of the Malaysian jungle.

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