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Borneo [Malaysia & Indonesia] – July 2009

One month trip to Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesian (Derawan archipelago).

Marjolijn poses with the bride and groom. Derawan (Borneo, Indonesia). July 2009.

The bride and groom of Derawan

My short stay on the small Indonesian island of Derawan last July allowed me to attend no less than two weddings! Two almost identical weddings, with kitschy decor and pop-marshmallow orchestra.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
- Trip d'one month in Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesia (Derawan Archipelago).

Excursion to Sangalaki

A new little film, for lovers of mantas rays ... I finally got down to editing my videos, brought back from Sangalaki! This small Indonesian island, located off Borneo, is part of the archipelago of Derawan, where I stayed for ten days last July.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
- Trip d'one month in Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesia (Derawan Archipelago).

Mantas and nudibranchs

Guilhem, my dive buddy in Derawan (Borneo), was kind enough to send me two underwater videos he made this summer in the sea of Celebes.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
The children of Derawan. Borneo, Indonesia. July 2009.

Children's Bouilles

Derawan's kids are mischievous kids. They love to take the pose and then look into the screen of digital devices. "Photo, photo! "
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Shark in Sipadan.

Sipadan flashback

In July, during my stay in Sipadan (Borneo, Malaysia), I had prepared two short underwater videos. Here they are !
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Crocodile fish. Derawan Island (Borneo, Indonesia, July 2009).

Derawan under the water

Back to Derawan ... under the surface. The reef of the island, even if it is not the most spectacular of the sites of the corner, deserves some dives. The little creatures that I adore abound. But watch out for diving safety ...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Small bubbles, no trouble ...

But you're the Tiny Bubbles!

It's glory. I am recognized at the end of the world thanks to this blog. I even have fans. If, if ... I swear to you.
Between Two Journeys
Baby turtles run to the sea ... (Berawan, Borneo, Indonesia, July 2009).

Small turtle will become big

During the day, turtles from Derawan Island (Borneo, Indonesia) swim under the jetties. At night, they lay their eggs in the still-warm sand.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
- Trip d'one month in Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesia (Derawan Archipelago).

But where are the dolphins?

Flashback. July 13, 2009. My stay in Mabul is coming to an end. Ultimate and fabulous dives, again, in Sipadan. On the way back, between the two islands, a school of dolphins accompanies for a moment the race of our speedboat ... Ultimate happiness.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Kakaban Jellyfish

Kakaban, the island of jellyfish

It is a desert island in Indonesia near Borneo. In his mangrove necklace, Kakaban holds the water jade of a huge lake, filled with jellyfish ... which do not sting! The proof in video and in photos.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
The Twin Towers of Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia).

What to do in Kuala Lumpur?

A day to lose in Kuala Lumpur, before flying home? All the better. Because KL, there are lots of things too cool to do ... 
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
To see the manta rays evolving, from close up, c'is an extraordinary spectacle... (Sangalaki, Borneo, Indonesia, July 2009)

The majestic Manta rays of Sangalaki (and the atrocious bite of the stingray)

I left Derawan and its archipelago today. I realized this dream that I had since the beginning of this Indonesian trip to Borneo: swim with rays-mantas, in the waters of Sangalaki!
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
At the fish market in Tawau (Borneo, Malaysia, July 2009).

From Tawau to Tarakan: easy!

Do you dream of tropical beaches? Do not go to Tawau! People are nice, but this Malaysian city in northeastern Borneo is a mochissime. Its only attraction is to be the entry point to Indonesia ...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Nudibranch. Similan Island, Malaysia. July 2009.

Nudibranch Festival

I am part of this category of divers who can spend long minutes rushing on a nudibranch. These...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
- Trip d'one month in Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesia (Derawan Archipelago).

Latest bubbles in Mabul and Sipadan

I dropped my last bubbles in Sipadan on Monday. Ultimate and intense underwater emotions in the midst of sharks, turtles and ...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Mabul Village. Borneo, Malaysia, July 2009.

Mabul Village

When I'm not posing with the sharks of Sipadan, I stay in Mabul, the neighboring island. I live in a "longhouse", ...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Shark in Sipadan. Borneo, Malaysia. July 2009.

Posing with Sipadan sharks

I had a dazzling memory of my dives in Sipadan three years ago. Today's ones amaze me just as much. Turtles, sharks and barracudas are still there. It's spectacular!
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
The beautiful, the wonderful clouds ...

Head in the clouds

The Perhentians are over. Set course for Sipadan! I'm investigating two flights on Air Asia this Monday to Borneo. At last!
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
"Geekettes" with wifi on the beach. Perhentian Besar, Malaysia, July 2009.

Geekette on the beach

Last night on Perhentian Besar. I'm not the only "geekette" to carry a computer... Around me, some...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
- Trip d'one month in Malaysia and Indonesia. On the program: the Perhentian Islands on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, then Borneo on the Malaysian side (Mabul and Sipadan) and Indonesia (Derawan Archipelago).

The eyes in the blue

Excellent choice, the Perhentian, for a gentle "putting back on the flippers". Shallow dives, generally without too much current. And, uh...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Feet in the sand. Paradise Beach, Perhentian Kecil, Malaysia. July 2009.

Feet in the sand

Here I am, on my island in Malaysia! Perhentian Besar, "the big one". Facing Perhentian Kecil...
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Mantabuan Island, off Semporna. Borneo, Malaysia. (July 2006)

Expedition project in Derawan

I finally decided the stages for my Malaysian-Indonesian trip of July: Perhentian, Mabul (Sipadan), Derawan. Nothing but islands! These holidays will be insular and aquatic.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
Manta Ray, Thailand, 2006.

Dreams of mantas

I dream of it, I want to see them, the mantas of Sangalaki. Will they be there? Will I have the chance to meet them, to admire the graceful underwater ballet of these harmless giant?
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009
The pontoon of Mabul Island, near Sipadan, off Borneo. July 2006.

Borneo: projects and dilemmas

I'm leaving for Malaysia in July, and I still do not know what my route will be. Only certainty: I go back to Borneo, dive to Sipadan.
Borneo [Malaysia and Indonesia] - July 2009

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