1. Persiaran Damuan (Jalan Tutong, Brunei-Muara) – pleasant walkways enclosed by shrubs and sculptures with a gorgeous view of Istana Nurul Iman; a favourite with local joggers
2. Tasek Lama Park (Jalan Tasek Lama, Brunei-Muara) – a convenient respite from the city within the city, promising a calm waterfall and a bird’s eye view of the water village, Kampong Ayer
3. Bukit Subok Recreational Park (Jalan Residency, Brunei-Muara) – an undulating park that takes you through pine trees and bamboo grooves, rewarding hikers with a breathtaking view at the summit
4. Bukit Shahbandar Recreational Park (Muara-Tutong Highway, Brunei-Muara) – the most accessible rainforest in Brunei, spreading over 70 hectares of rolling terrain and a variety of challenging forest trails

Without a doubt, the crown jewel of Brunei’s green landscapes. You will only have truly visited Brunei if you have checked in at least once at this renowned national park. Located at the easternmost part of Brunei in the Temburong district, this sprawling 50,000-hectare expanse of undisturbed rainforests stretches over a majority of the southern district, and is considered one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. Home to a wide range of lowland and mountain forests housing many unique species, this is also a realm belonging to Borneo’s longhouse communities and their ancient culture. Here, there are many experiences to savour – from watching gibbons forage along the river at daybreak to listening to the quiet, soothing sounds of the rainforest at dusk – this eye-to-eye encounter with nature is sure to stay with you long even after you’ve rekindled with civilization. For booking enquiries, visit here for a comprehensive list of tours.