State of Sabah Warnings Or Dangers Tips by BerniShand

STEAMY

Humidity is very high, forget the old saying that only horses sweat, gentlemen perspire and ladies glow.............you SWEAT !
drink lots of water [ Tiger beer is NOT an acceptable substitute !] and take rehydration suppliment to maintain your electrolyte balance..........
wear loose, light cotton clothing and rest during the hottest part of the day

LITTLE SUCKERS

Beware of leeches ! they sit in wait for your nice fresh blood !!!

the tiger leeches od the Danum valley are particularly clever, they sit in wait then hurl themselves at you when you pass, then make a bee - line for those warm , hidden places !
they fall off when squirted with mosquito repellent or touched with a cigarette, and you are given a certificate to thank you for your blood donation