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If you’re wondering what to pack for Borneo in September (a great month weather-wise, and a good general list for other months!) here’s the short answer: lightweight short and long sleeves, breathable pants, serious bug spray, quick-dry everything, fully body rain gear, and a dry bag. But that’s just the beginning!
Borneo is hot, humid, muddy, and wildly unpredictable, and packing wrong can be the difference between “this is the coolest wildlife experience of my life” and “why am I damp in places I didn’t know existed.”
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ToggleWhen I went to Malaysian Borneo in September to look for orangutans and pygmy elephants on the Kinabatangan River, I pictured misty jungle mornings, but also humidity, sudden downpours, and bugs that saw me as an all-inclusive buffet. It might sound like overkill, but I was comfortable — and if you use this packing list, you could be too! I made this list specifically from my September trip, but you can use this as a good general packing list no matter when you’re going with small adjustments. To help you plan your trip, be sure to check out my month-by-month guide on the best times to go for comfort, wildlife, and weather after you finish this blog!
Don’t board a flight to Sandakan with a backpack full of cute (but impractical or unnecessary) pieces. Here’s exactly what to bring and what most people will regret leaving home!
This guide is part of my Borneo safari series, where I unpack Kinabatangan river safaris, costs, packages & ecolodges, timing for seeing the incredible wildlife in Sabah! If Borneo’s on your bucket list, you’ll want to explore the rest of the series before you book!
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There are no guarantees with wildlife, but Borneo has some of the best in the world! If you’re wondering how likely you are to see the Borneo Big 5, check out my blog about what wildlife can you see on a river safari in Borneo and how to increase your chances of seeing different animals!
I hope this blog helped answer your questions about what to pack for Borneo in September!
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