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SUPERYACHTS ON A JOURNEY around the amazing country of Borneo are rewarded with
an exquisite glimpse into a land of rich diversity with much of the same beauty and wildlife that
existed hundreds of years ago.
Interest throughout the world is growing as word spreads of the superyacht cruising areas of
Malaysia on the north to western coasts. Borneo and Sabah offer some of the most spectacular
and beautiful waters, islands and mainland attractions in Southeast Asia.
One of the most diverse cruising playgrounds in the world, yachting in Borneo is now even
more attractive following the official announcement: “North Borneo & East Coast Borneo and
Southern Philippines are now considered completely safe and peaceful for visiting yachts.”
These areas are now deemed safe based
on the new JWC insurance underwriter’s
committee issuance of the updated JWLA 022
bulletin as of December 10, 2015 (superseding
JWLA 021).
The island of Borneo lies east of Peninsular
Malaysia with the two East Malaysian states
of Sarawak and Sabah and the independent
state of Brunei nestled between. Sarawak
is home to many indigenous hill tribes and
Sabah is more mountainous and the home of
Mount Kinabalu, at 4,100 metres the highest
mountain in Southeast Asia.
Of the countries represented in Borneo;
Indonesia to the south, Brunei in the middle,
and the Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah
to the north, a voyage to Borneo with a focus
on Sabah is highly recommended – and also
awards the most hassle-free itinerary.
The coasts of Sarawak and Sabah offer a
much quieter scene than the well-travelled andPHOTOS: ASIA PACIFIC SUPERYACHTS