Brunei is an interesting place with plenty to see and experience. There are several places to go to and many things to see. To begin with, there are the most gorgeous, breathtaking beaches in Brunei including: Kuala Belait, Lumut Beach near Tutong and Muara.
Outdoor Activities
Brunei also has thick forests that are ideal for exploring. Many guides prefer to take visitors to these jungles because there is so much to discover. You may find several types of species in , small and large, these places and enjoy the beautiful greenery. In addition to checking out the forests, you can visit the historical places such as the Bandar Seri Begawan where the golden-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque stands in the center of a man-made lagoon. From this point you can see the tilt village.
In addition to this site, there is also the Tomb of Sultan Bolkiah (an ancient tomb of the 5th sultan) known as the ‘singing admiral’. There is also the Museum of Brunei and the Technology Museum of Brunei that displays traditional creations. The villages on the outskirts are worth visiting because of their multiple habitats. These villages are believed to be some of the largest habitats in the world. There are plenty of facilities in this area, even walkways created for visitors’ convenience.
Parks
Just beyond the capital, within the Brunei-Muara district is the Jerudong Theme Park that can be easily reached by car. This active park is ideal because of the rides that it offers at a beach nearby. There are other beaches here located at Muara and Serasa. Water sports are also common in these areas. There are also boats that can take you on a trip to see other places in the area. The most common place to visit is Pulau Selirong, a mangrove island. This place is about 45 minutes from Muara when you travel by boat. The wildlife you will see include: macaques, proboscis monkeys, kingfishers and eagles.
Another interesting place that you may go to in Brunei is Tasek Merimbun, Brunei’s largest lake.
This is located in a hill resort within the Tutong District. This lake is a 60 minute drive from Bandar Seri Begawan. People usually enjoy themselves by going on a picnic, bird-watching and going on jungle trails.
There are many natural places untouched by man in other districts of Brunei. Other attractions include traditional longhouses in the Temburong district with large areas of reserve forest and in the Belait district near Kampong Labi. Those in the Belait district include Rampayoh. One of the best ways to see these longhouses is on a river safari along the Belait River.
