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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
Located along Borneo’s northern coastline,
Brunei Darussalam’s sand beaches are some
of the most beautiful in the area. With Brunei’s
equatorial location, the country is blessed with
a year-long sunny disposition. Together, with the
obscure nature, Brunei is a piece of heaven ideal
for recreation, watersports or just to enjoy the
stunning views, especially during sunset.
Serasa Beach
A popular recreational beach, Serasa Beach hosts
a range of watersports activities including jet
skiing, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, powerboat
racing, aqua sports training, water skiing as well
as banana boat rides. The beach is developed with
amenities including picnic shelters complete with
barbecue grills, resting huts, restrooms, tracks for
jogging and cycling, a fitness area and a playground
for children. Visitors may find stalls selling fresh
food, fruit, fish, handicraft and even pets.
Nearby is the Royal Brunei Yacht Club (RBYC) which
was opened in 1980. With an open-air stilt house
design and a private beach area, the club bursts
with activities during the weekends and holidays.
Club members enjoy the open-air restaurant –
particularly its seafood offerings – and its cosy
and relaxed ambience for a pleasant escape. The
club’s other features include a swimming pool,
children’s play area, boating activities, full shower
and changing facilities, a large-screen TV which
can be enjoyed in an air-conditioned room and a
mini library. Not far from the club is a popular Thai
restaurant.
Tungku Beach
A well-known spot for surfing, Tungku Beach has a
rare offering that is not commonly found at other
beaches – workable waves up to four feet high
and 150 metres in length on average for local
surfers. Located just across The Empire Hotel &
Country Club and not far from Universiti Brunei
Darussalam, the beach is especially popular during
the weekends; where visitors can spot people
picnicking, playing Frisbee or beach volleyball and
riding quad bikes (ATV) through the sand.
Empire Hotel Beach
A private beach owned and run by The Empire
Hotel & Country Club, the immaculate beach
provides guests with breathtaking views of the
South China Sea. It’s a perfect option for a late
afternoon casual stroll or a quick dip in its shallow
waters. Alternatively, guests can go for canoeing,
kayaking or jet skiing – all provided by the hotel.
Seri Kenangan Beach
Located in Tutong, this beach is a popular
destination for gatherings, picnics, swimming
and even fishing. The beach provides amenities
including food kiosks, barbecue pits, a children’s
playground, an outdoor gym area and changing
rooms. One of the beach’s interesting features is
a narrow section of land – which mimics a spit –
sandwiched between the South China Sea on one
side and the Tutong River on the other.
Panaga Club and Kuala Belait Boat Club
Located in Kuala Belait, Panaga Club is owned by
Brunei Shell Petroleum and offers social, sports
and leisure facilities. The club offers a variety of
recreational and watersports activities such as
dinghy sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and stand-up
paddle boarding. The Kuala Belait Boat Club – part
of the Panaga Club – offers cruising, diving, power
boating, fishing and rowing.