Exploring the beauty of nature can be a great adventure, full of exciting and unforgettable experiences. Well, for the nemophilists, someone who is fond of forests or forest scenery, Southeast Asia has a lot of magical jungles to offer. Packed with interesting activities and tours within the beautiful and pristine jungles, here are the top 5 jungle destinations in Southeast Asia.
1.  Biodiversity of Brunei’s Rainforests
Brunei, a small country in the northern part of Kalimantan, is famous for its biodiversity of rainforests. You have to witness it yourself by visiting the Sumbiling Eco Village and trekking while interacting with the local Iban community.
Next, you can continue to visit the rainforest in Ulu Teburong National Park which is still very natural. You can do various exciting activities there, such as walking through the canopy, taking a boat trip, trekking and swimming under the forest waterfall.
2.  Thailand’s Beautiful Forests and Beaches
While in Thailand, some of the places that you have to visit are the bridge on the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, and the waterfall in the forest of Erawan National Park. You could explore the Chiang Mai area and hill tribe villages in the north, spend the night at the village house then go to Koh Samet. The recommended time to visit this beautiful forest is in July, August and December.
3. Â Nature Adventure of Borneo Island
The island of Borneo, which is the third largest island in the world, is home to some of the oldest rainforests in the world. One of the absolute itineraries when visiting Borneo is that you must feel the sensation of climbing Mount Kinabalu, which is the highest peak in Southeast Asia.
Afterward, you can explore the Kinabatangan River, where you will meet various wildlife such as orangutans, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, tree snakes and civets. Next, you can go to the Sepilok Nature Reserve, which is home to orangutans and the sun bear conservation centre.
4. Â The Hidden Beauty of Cambodia
One thing that’s in the spotlight when traveling to Cambodia is exploring the jungle safari and the legendary temples of Angkor. Afterwards, you can end your trip to the private island in the Gulf of Thailand and witness the beauty of the beach. If you want to spend the night there, try staying at 4 Rivers Floating Lodge which is a luxury campground on the banks of the Tatai River.
5. Â Rainforest in Malaysia
If you want to see one of the most beautiful forests in Asia, you can visit Taman Negara National Park in Malaysia. This national park on the east coast of Malaysia presents an adventure exploring 130 million years of rainforests.
Besides exploring the rainforest in Taman Negara, you can also do other exciting activities in the area. Some other interesting activities such as night safari, snorkelling, diving and kayaking on the coast of the Redang islands which are 9 islands with closed forests.
According to thepeopleofasia.com
