Friday, August 22, 2008

Immediate Impact Tours introduces you to new heights as the travel to Asia within your 7 days are here to be offered. For the whole duration of your traveling, you will be visiting the three countries which are Brunei Darussalam, Singapore and Miri Sarawak. You will be enjoying fresh airs, nature, educational and so much more in store for you.


Brunei Darussalam

Miri Sarawak

Singapore
Negara Brunei Darussalam





Negara Brunei Darussalam 'The Abode Of Peace' is located in the the third largest island which is the Borneo Island. This country is 5,765 square kilometers , with a coastline of about 100 miles (161 kilometers) on the South China Sea coast of northwestern Borneo and along the western shores of the southernmost portion of Brunei Bay. Brunei is completely surrounded by the Malaysian state of Sarawak. The climate is equatorial with high temperatures, high humidity, and heavy rainfall, although there is no distinct wet season. The country is divided into three contiguous administrative districts—Brunei-Muara, Tutong, and Belait—with a fourth, Temburong, separated by the Limbang Valley of Sarawak. The names of the districts derive from their main rivers.The country offers a wide variety of attractive places to be visited and experienced. The rainforest and National Parks are rich in flora and fauna. Its most magnificent mosques, water village (traditional and historic houses on stilts) and rich cultures are among the uniqueness of Brunei Darussalam.



Map of Brunei
Tasek Merimbun

Tasek Merimbun is the largest black water lake in Brunei Darussalam. These Park, which was declared an ASEAN National Heritage site in 1984, covers a total land area 7,800 hectares. The park has a rich flora and fauna and this unique biodiversity has attracted both local and foreign researchers. A 1.64km guided nature trail walk that offers several species of interesting botanicals and numerous Bornean orchids and giant Dipterocarps trees. The Boat cruise around the lake is a must to observe a variety of wildlife, including long – tailed macaque, Oriental Darter, Purple Heron, with the latest check-list recorded 50 species of freshwater fish, 68 species of mammals, 148 species of birds, 181 species of moth and butterflies, 54 species of dragon and damsel flies, and numerous other insects species. Other than that you will have the opportunity to learn some of the basic traditional dance and music and the best part is you will learn from the local people themselves.






Selirong Island

Selirong Island Mangrove Park is Brunei’s largest mangrove island covering up to 2,566 hectare in total land size. It is known to be the best tropical mangrove forest in Southeast Asia. The island is home to many amazing flora fauna species. The existing of Bakau Minyak, Bakau Kurap, Nyireh Bunga, Nipah Palm and the Linggadai provides enough food and shelter for the wild animals. Observe carefully through the mangrove leaves and branches for the great climbing Lottorinid snail and the giant mud skipper usually found among the roots within the mangrove.
Proboscis Monkey is the largest monkey found in Selirong Island and Estuarine crocodile is the largest reptile. Over 40 species of birds, 10 species of mammals, 8 species of reptiles and insect species are all resident in this park to be discover by you. The colugo or flying lemur is the most impressive mammal also can be found here







Ulu Temburong National Park

Ulu Temburong is Brunei’s first National park. It has been protected since 1991 and preserved for scientific research and low impact Eco-tourism. Due to its remote location, there are few visitors and the journey itself is an adventure. It begins with 45-minutes water taxi ride from Bandar Seri Begawan; waving through a network of narrow mangrove channels into Temburong District and to the small riverside town of Bangar. From Bangar a vehicle will take you to Batang Duri, about 17 km away, where your will join the Temburong river. From here you will travel upstream through the rapids of the Sungai Temburong in a traditional Iban longboat or Temuai, to the national park. If the water level is low the guests are expected to get out and help to push the boat up the shallow rapids. Having signed in at the entrance to the Park you can explore several kilometres of wooden boardwalks through superb primary rainforest. There is a 65-metre long and 80 metres high canopy walkway which guests can climb to get a closer look at life in the treetops with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Lunch will be provided at the riverside. We will proceed for a swim at a waterfall (if water level permitting) or else we will take a boat ride down stream and return to Bandar Seri Begawan.




Kampong Ayer

Venice of the East’ is what the early Europeans call Brunei’s Kampong Ayer or the Water Village, has been one of the precious residence from generation to generation and is still continuously becoming a milestone to the country. With Its histories and heritages, it is home to over 30,000 people, completed with modern facilities such as schools, clinics, police stations, mini shops, restaurants, mosques, fire brigades, and search rescue.





Singapore



If there is one word that best captures Singapore, it is “unique”. A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour, you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture here. Brimming with unbridled energy, this little dynamo in Southeast Asia embodies the finest of both East and West.Singapore is made up of not just one island but a main island with 63 surrounding islets. The main island has a total land area of 682 square km. However, its compact size belies its economic growth. In just 150 years, Singapore has grown into a thriving centre of commerce and industry. Its former role as an entrepot has diminished, as the nation has increased its manufacturing base.Singapore is the busiest port in the world with over 600 shipping lines sending super tankers, container ships and passenger liners to share the busy waters with coastal fishing vessels and wooden lighters.Singapore's strategic location, excellent facilities, fascinating cultural contrasts and tourist attractions contribute to its success as a leading destination for both business and pleasure.




Map of Singapore