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Introducing Bario & the Kelabit Highlands
A lovely hanging valley in eastern Sarawak, the Kelabit Highlands are tucked up against the Indonesian state of Kalimantan and ringed by jungle-covered mountains on all sides. The main population centre is the languid village of Bario, home to about 800 souls, mostly members of Borneo’s indigenous Kelabit people. The main activity here, other than merely enjoying the clean, cool air, is trekking from longhouse to longhouse on mountain trails. The natural hospitality of the Kelabit people and the relatively unspoiled flora and fauna of the high jungle make any trip to the highlands a memorable experience, and we highly recommend it for those who have the time and energy.
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There are no banks or credit-card facilities in the highlands so bring plenty of cash.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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