Oceanic Quest

Brunei Darussalam is perhaps best known for its oil rich resources but over recent years the authorities of this state and players from its tourism industry have turned their attention towards a greener resource.

This new resource is readily available and is well on its way to put Brunei on the global map that includes the flora and fauna of the Bornean rainforest and, the biologically rich waters of the ocean that fronts Brunei.

Realising the importance of preserving the natural landscape, a ban on unlicensed commercial logging has ensured the survival of Brunei's rainforest, which in turn has enabled the earth to remain green while allowing the flora and fauna to flourish.

Amazing eco-friendly tourism opportunities too have sprung up, proving that you can still enjoy the earth without wiping out the natural beauty in the name of tourism.

Similarly and even more recently, Brunei has come to realise that another treasure trove of natural wonders is just waiting to be explored, albeit judiciously, to benefit the country's long term tourism blueprint.

The coastal waters and oceans of Brunei Darussalam is teeming with amazing marine life and, the biological richness of its coral reef and marine environment is on par with some of the more renowned waters around the world.

While others may have been visited once too often, Brunei's waters remain relatively unknown and untouched, hence making it a richer playground for the citizens of the deep.

With this incredibly bio-diverse resource and, with the growing interest in marine tourism, especially that of scuba diving and snorkeling, Brunei's tourism industry shall now be able to package both its Reefs and Rainforests to both national and international visitors.