Welcome to Brunei Darussalam

Brunei Darussalam is a small, peaceful, prosperous and progressive Kingdom located on the northern shore of the ecologically rich island of Borneo. Modern and distinctly Asian, Brunei maintains a quiet, contemplative respect for tradition, reflected in its noble Islamic architecture, sincerely hospitable people and reverence for its centuries old monarchy. Brunei's small size means that its nature, culture, heritage and contemporary attractions are all within easy reach.

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• Climate - Brunei Darussalam has an warm, equatorial climate, with a mean average temperature of around  28⁰C, with March and April being the warmest, humidity is high throughout the year about 79%. Temperature range from 23-32 Degree Celsius, while rainfall varies from 2,500mm, annually on the coast to 7,500mm in the interior. There is no distinct wet season. Brunei is not the direct path of cyclones and typhoons that plague the surrounding regions, while earthquakes and severe flooding are non-existent.

• Capital - The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan with busy business areas that are filled with new building, offices and shop lots and Government department , has seen even more development in recent times. 

• Language - Bahasa Melayu is official language but English is widely spoken and understand by the greater part of Brunei Darussalam's  population. Although an important minority speak Chinese dialects and English is widely used in commerce, education and government. the local variety of Malay (Kedayan or Bukit Malay) is quite different to Standard Malay.

• Currency - The currency is the Brunei Darussalam Dollar ( Br$ = 100 cent ). Notes are in the denominations Br$10,000, 1000, 500, 100, 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 and coins are in the denominations 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 cents. The Brunei Darussalam Dollar is officially on a par with the Singapore Dollar. 

• Passports and Visas - Passports are required from all visitors along with visas as follows; Australia, Britain, Germany, Greece, Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, and other EU countries, Canada, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Liechtenstein, Maldives, Norway, the Philippines, Switzerland, Thailand, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, the United States, U.S, and other EU visitors. All Visitors are required to have a return ticket and must possess sufficient funds to support themselves while in country. Nationaks of Cuba, Israel and Korea (DPR) may not be granted entry to Brunei Darussalam.

• Shopping and Business Hours - Part of any travel agenda is shopping for local items of interest. Special purchase here might include hand worked silverware, brassware and bronze ware as jugs, trays, gongs, boxes, napkin rings, spoons and bracelets, hand woven sarongs, basket and mats of pandan leaves. Shopping centers at Bandar Seri Begawan, Seria and Kuala Belait offer local product and imported items. Not to be missed would the 'Tamu' Night Market in Bandar Seri Begawan which is open from early morning to late at night and sells many fruits, spices, poultry and vegetables, as well as antiques. Food is available there at the lowest prices in town. Normal shopping hours are Mon-Sat 08:00-21:00.

• People and Religion - Islam is the official religion of Brunei Dareussalam as started in the Brunei Constitution, with His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan as the head of the Islamic faith in the country. Thus, Islam plays a control role in the life of every Muslim in Brunei Darussalam. Other faiths practiced in the State include Christianity and Buddhism. Malay, which also included Brunei ethnic/indigenous communities of Malay, Kedayan, Tutong, Belait, Bisaya, Dusun and Murut. 

              Brunei's is divided into 4 District;-

• Brunei-Muara, with an area of just 570 sq km is the smallest but the most populous district of Brunei. The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, is approximately 16 sq km in size and has a population of about 247 200 people (2004 consensus)

• Tutong, the third largest district with a total land area 1,166 sq km, is the home of many Bruneian's ethnic tribes such as the Dusun, Murut, Kedayan and so on. Its population is around 41,600 people.

• Belait, is the largest district of Brunei. With a land area 2,727 sq km housing 59,600 people, it is the production base of the nation's main export commodities -oil and gas. The eight territorial subdivisions/mukims in Belait are Seria - the oil town as it is called, Kuala Belait, Sungsi Liang - the site earmarked for oil and gas downstream industries in the near future, Bukit Sawat, Kuala Balai and Melilas.

• Temburong, located at the eastermmost part of Brunei, is the country's second largerst district but the least populated. Heavily forested and largely undevelop, this 1,306 sq km district has a population of just 9,400 people.

Around 60,000 people live in this capital, which remains remarkably quiet even at the height of rush hour, save for the occasional minor traffic clog around schools at times.

The excellent museums, resplendent mosques and scenic spots in the country will awe the visitor.

Tourist Attractions

Museums;

• The Brunei Museum
• The Malay Technology Museum
• Royal Regalia Building
• Brunei History Center
• Brunei Currency Gallery
• Brunei Stamp Gallery
• Bumbongan DuaBelas
• The Oil and Gas Discovery Center 
• Then Arts and Handicrafts Center 

Historical Sites; 

• Sultan's Bolkiah's Tomb
• The Royal Mausoleum
• Lapau And Dewan Majlis
• Kampong Ayer

Hiking Trails;

• Persiaran Damuan
• Tasek Lama
• Bukit Subok Recreational Park
• Bukit Shahbandar Forest Recreation Park
• Berakas Forest Recreation Park
• Jerudong Park And Playground
• Lake Merimbun
• Luagan Lalak Forest Reserve Park
• Mendaram Waterfall
• Anduki Jubilee Recreation Park
• Teraja Waterfall
• Ulu Temburong National Park
• Bukit Patoi Recreational Park

Beach Escapades;

• Muara Beach
• Meragang Beach
• Serasa Beach
• Jerudong Beach
• Seri Kenangan Beach
• Lumut Beach

Mosques; 

• Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
• Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

Other sights and attractions;

• Istana Nurul Iman
• Istana Darussalam  

How To Get There? 

Brunei towns are generally small, so getting around is easy once you get to the town center. And as any die-hard tourists would confirm, you can absorb more of a place when you go around on foot. Soak in the tropical sun, stroll though local neighborhood areas and discover some gems that locals rave about. Anmd when the wwalking has taken the toll, there are numerous options of public transport available.

• Buses

 There era six bus routes servicing the BSB area; The Central Line,Circle Line, Eastern Line, Southern Line, Western Line and Northern Line. They operate from 6:30am-6:00pm.

Water Taxis

Unique to Brunei, the water taxis are the most common means of transportation at Kampong Ayer. You can hail for a water taxi from the numerous jetties along the bank of Brunei River. The water taxi is an ideal way to view the Kampong Ayer up-close. Fares are negotiable. Regular boat services to Temburong operate between 7:45am to 4:00pm daily, and a round trip fare costs $15.

Taxis

There are metered taxis available from most hotels, shopping center and the airport. In BSB taxis dock opposite the main bus terminal in Jalan Cator. Airport taxis ply the airport-hotel routes exclusively. There is surcharge fee for taxi rides from 11:00pm-6:00am.

Ferry Services

Passenger ferry services to the Malaysian town of labuan, operates between 7:00am to 4:00pm and departs from the Serasa Terminal in Muara Town. The journey takes between 45mins to an hour.


Air

Royal Brunei Airlines flies to major cities in Asia-Pacific, South Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Other airlines that fly to and from the Brunei International Airport include Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Silk Air and Air Asia.



Airlines Reservations Offices 

Royal Brunei Airlines: 221 2222, 224 0500
Air Asia: 233 3045
Malaysian Airlines: 222 4141/2
Philippine Airlines: 222 3074, 222 6971
Singapore Airlines: 224 4901/2/3/4
Thai Airways: 224 2991/2/3 


Luxury Resort Accommodation 

Empire Hotel & Country Club 

Tel: 241 8888
Fax: 241 8999
Email: sales@theempirehotel.com
Remarks: The most luxuries and prestige hotel in Brunei.




Ulu-Ulu Resort (Ulu Temburong National Park)

Tel: 244 1791/244 6812
Fax: 244 1790
Email: sales@uluuluresort.com


Health & Beauty 

Fitness Zone

 Tel: 223 3338

Fax: 223 2221

Located: Lot 45238 Spg 88 Kg Kiulap

Remarks: Gym for burning your weight

Zen Spa

Remarks: You can pampering and massage your body  


Brunei Delight 

Tamu Kianggeh

Remarks: Where there is lots of Bruneian traditional food such as ambulong to make "Ambuyat", kelupis, kueh cincin, ardam and much more.




Entertainment
 

Function And Conference



ICC ( International Convention Center )  

Remarks : Where exhibition took place such as "consumer fair, roadshow and many"

The  BSB Tourist Information Center is located at the Government Rest House in Jalan Cator.
Open daily except Sundays and public holidays;
8:00AM-12:00PM, 1:30PM-4:00PM