Borneo International Marathon 2009

The Borneo International Marathon 2009 will be held in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo on Sunday 11th October 2009.

This capital city of the Malaysian State of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu is one of the fastest growing tourism destinations in South East Asia. It is blessed with beautiful natural features such as:

• Mt.Kinabalu - The highest mountain in South East Asia located in Kinabalu Park, a World Heritage Site
• Sipadan Island - One of the top 3 dive spots in the world
• Sepilok - An Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
• Danum Valley Conservation Area - Home to the rare Borneo Pygmy Elephant
• Maliau Basin - Sabah's "Lost World"
• Diverse species of wildlife, marine life, flora and fauna
• Pulau Tiga - the volcanic island setting for the 1st season of the Survivor TV show.

Strategically situated in the heart of South East Asia, Sabah offers an ideal nature and adventure tourism destination and is the perfect stopover for tourists heading to all of Asia’s other exotic destinations.

The Borneo International Marathon promises to offer not only a fantastic race venue, but also a memorable holiday for all. Whether your interests gravitate towards nature, sun or sea, holistic spa treatments, freshly harvested local seafood at unbeatable prices, as well as the opportunity to interact with some of the most hospitable people 5 degrees north of the equator, Sabah is truly a wonderful experience not to be missed.

For more details, check it out here.