Upcoming Event
His Majesty the Sultan's Birthday
15 Jul 2013
This is the most important event in Brunei calendar. His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei will be celebrating his 66th birthday and the whole nation is in a joyous mood. Apart from the activities and festivities, a mass prayer will be held in all the major mosques throughout the country.
Welcome to Brunei!
Brunei Darussalam is a very small country located in the northwest of Borneo. It is full of little surprises and is arguably the most environmentally pristine country in Asia, with much of it covered by virgin rainforests. Add to this a coastline with 4500 hectares of relatively unexplored coral reefs, a rich culture and exciting cities offering a variety of Brunei hotel, sightseeing and entertainment options, and you have a wonderful holiday destination.
From its unique culture and history to its beautiful coastline and rainforests, there are many highlights in this mystical little country.
The last vestige of an empire that once ruled all of Borneo and the southwest region of the Philippines, Brunei is headed by one of the richest rulers of the world because it is home to some of Southeast Asia's largest oilfields. As a result its citizens enjoy one of the world's highest standards of living with free healthcare, education and housing. Most people expect Brunei to be a miniature Dubai or a strict Islamic republic, only to discover a very exciting and charming country with many Brunei tourist attractions.
To accommodate its guests, Brunei has a number of great value places to stay. From jungle chalets, campsites and traditional longhouses to premium deluxe hotels in Brunei, there is accommodation in Brunei to suit every taste and every pocket. You can even use our Brunei map to choose your hotel in Brunei based on its location.
Visitors to Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei, are treated to some fine architecture and traditional water villages. The crowning glory of the capital is the gold-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque that stands in the middle of a man-made lagoon, providing a good view of the surrounding town and the unique stilt village. The Istana Nurul Iman, the palace of the Sultan, is another popular tourist attraction. It is the world's biggest residential palace and is best seen at night from Taman Persiaran Damuan, which is a park on the river bank along Jalan Tutong.
Also in Bandar Seri Begawan is the Royal Regalia, which houses the Aquarium and the Royal Regalia Museum; the Brunei Museum; the Malay Technological Museum, which exhibits the traditional arts and crafts of Brunei; and the ancient tomb of Sultan Bolkiah. The Kampong Ayer Water Village near the capital, an enduring symbol of Brunei's cultural heritage, has been carefully preserved despite the modernisation of surrounding areas. Ideally visited on a Brunei tour, it houses almost half the population of Bandar Seri Begawan and is the world's largest water village.
Nature travellers are drawn to Brunei for the spectacular rainforests, gorgeous coastline and abundant wildlife. Seeing the proboscis monkey which is endemic to Borneo and Sumatra will be a highlight on a visit to Brunei. There are an abundance of them among the mangrove forest along the Brunei River, not far from the Royal Palace, where they co-exist with human settlement. You could also take a tour in Brunei to visit Ulu Temburong National Park which is considered one of the best rainforests in the world with a wealth of flora and fauna. Temburong is also known as ‘The Green Jewel of Brunei' as most of the uninhabited and unexplored rainforests are concentrated here.
Brunei's pristine 161 kilometre coastline is blessed with palm-fringed beaches and azure waters, whilst Brunei Bay, which is surrounded by mangroves, is an angler's delight. Brunei also attracts divers and marine enthusiasts because of the wrecks and reefs which are home to a variety of underwater flora and fauna. There is also an exciting boat ride from Bandar Seri Begawan to Bangar, yet another highlight of a tour in Brunei.
We are your local connection in Brunei and offer a range of Brunei hotels, Brunei tours and activities. We pride ourselves on our service to guests and look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful country!
Accommodation
Location: Bandar Seri Begawan
Accommodation
Location: Bandar Seri Begawan
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This tour takes you on a cruise into the mangrove swamp, in pursuit of the rare and endangered primate - the Proboscis Monkey, endemic to the Borneo Island and Sumatra. In Brunei, you need not travel far to encounter these monkeys, as they co-exist with human settlements.
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This Brunei half day city tour gives you a brief introduction of Brunei's history, culture and heritage.
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The Local Home Cooking Experience tour provides you with an authentic local home cooking experience. You will have the opportunity to observe the authentic way of life of the local people and where they purchase daily food items for their family meals.
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Brunei Water Village is one of the country's national treasure. Locally known as Kampung Air, this living heritage is home to 30,000 people and is the largest Malay water village in the world.
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From: BND 100
Owned by the family of famous Brunei-born actor Wu Chun, Palm Garden Hotel caters to the needs of today's independent-minded frequent business and leisure travellers.
[more info]From: BND 125
The Centrepoint Hotel has just re-opened on 02 December 2009 after a major renovation with the total of 216 well appointed rooms. With over 7 floors, the Centrepoint hotel features hundreds of different rooms to cater to your needs. Whether you are on business or leisure, Centrepoint provides the comfort and convenience for your stay.
[more info]From: BND 160
The Rizqun International Hotel is the latest hotel in Brunei. It is located in the heart of Gadong's shopping and entertainment district. Rizqun International Hotel offers a total of twelve meeting spaces and caters for up to 1,500 guests. The Songket Ballroom has a reputation for accommodating grand weddings and international summits alike.
[more info]From: BND 65
Traders Inn is a budget business hotel located at the fringe of the Gadong business and Beribi Industrial districts. It is in close proximity to the Supa Save supermarket, banks, restaurants, shops and surau.
[more info]From: BND 90
The 5 Nazira Guesthouse is a family oriented and budget property. The guest house has just completed its major renovation. Rooms are cosy and make you feel right at home. The guests can enjoy a homely atmosphere.
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You will learn about the history of forest conservation activities undertaken by the country and also witness many preserved local fauna specimen collections. A visit to the long house will give you an insight to the life of the Iban of Brunei.
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This tour allows the adventurer to explore the Lambir National Park, which is commonly called "beach in the forest" in a convenient way.
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Join this mild-adventure, ‘nature escapade' tour to rejuvenate yourself in the tropical rainforest of the Ulu Temburong National Park. Prepare to get wet when travelling upstream in a long boat, against the rapids. Enjoy the serenity and panoramic view from the canopy.
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Be a part of the mild-adventure/nature escapade tour to rejuvenate yourself in the tropical rainforest of the Ulu Temburong National Park. Trek up the summit of Bukit Patoi, and prepare to get wet when travelling against the rapids. Trek and enjoy the serenity and panoramic view from the canopy.
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This special Brunei tour highlights the main attraction places in Brunei and a day trip to Labuan Island. Labuan Island, an off-shore garden island of Malaysia was once a part of Brunei before being ceded to the British. The tour will take you down the historical path and along the journey you will discover how this tiny island has flourished to its present state.
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This special Brunei tour is a combination of interesting places and nature adventure. First the tour will highlight the capital city famed Water Village followed by a river safari featuring an odd looking monkey with large bright orange colored pendulous nose known as Proboscis Monkey. Next will be a visit to Seria, a rich quaint little oil town which is the back bone to the nation’s economy. Last but not least is a nature escapade to Temburong National Park to enjoy the serenity of Brunei’s tropical rainforest.
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This package includes a half day Brunei city tour which highlights the many attractions in Brunei Darussalam and a visit to the Water Village.
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This tour is for you to relax and enjoy the warm Bruneian hospitality during your stop-over
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Take a night river cruise and head up the Brunei River to witness thousands of flashing fireflies in their natural habitat.
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Fill your evening with this Brunei City night tour. The tour shows you the magnificient evening sights of the landmarks in Brunei that include Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque and the Istana Nurul Iman. You will have the opportunity to observe the Bruneian lifestyle in the Gadong Market and find varieties of local food. Local fruits durian, mango, rambutan and many more fill up the market during the fruit season in July.
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Kuala Lurah, a small quaint town at the border of Brunei and Limbang, Sarawak is well-known as the "watering hole" for non-Muslims and expatriates.
[more info]About your hosts
In order to be convinced about the wonders that MegaBorneo Tour Planner can treat you to when you arrive in our destination, we want to tell you a little about us first.
Khirul breeds endangered Borneo animals in captivity for release in the wild. Some of the animals he has cared for include the Pigmy Borneo Hanging Parrot, the Yellow Banded and the Borneo Mouse Deer.
Ai Lee is a born and bred Bruneian. After working for 11 years with a major airline based in Brunei, she had the feeling within that something was not complete.
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