Borneo Safari 2026 Roars into Action!

The engines roared, the excitement was high and the spirit of adventure was in full gear as the 34th Borneo Safari International Offroad Challenge 2026 flagged off from the Sabah Tourism Board building at Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu.
 
With a record-breaking 650 vehicles and 1,720 participants, including international adventures from 15 countries besides Malaysia, this year’s Safari promised eight days of mud-splattered action, rugged terrain and unforgettable offroad experiences!
 
The flag-off ceremony was officiated by Sabah Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, YB Datuk Jafry Ariffin, and attended by representatives from the event main sponsors, Isuzu Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Grantt lubricants. Representing Grantt Lubricants were En. Ami Akhram Abdullah, Director, Manufacturing & Engineering, UMW Division and En. Iskandar Mohamed Saleh, Head, UMW Lubetech Sdn Bhd.

From muddy jungle trails and river crossings to challenging abandoned logging tracks, participants will put their vehicles, driving skills and endurance to the test while exploring the breathtaking wilderness of Sabah’s interior.

For the 31 competitors, the stakes are even higher as they battled through 24 Special Stages over eight days, where skill, determination and teamwork will be put to the ultimate test.

Beyond the adrenaline and adventure, Borneo Safari continues to bring together offroad enthusiasts from around the world, forging friendships while promoting responsible exploration and showcasing Sabah’s spectacular natural landscapes.

The adventure wrapped up with a gala dinner at Hakka Hall, Kota Kinabalu, on 1 November 2026, celebrating another exciting chapter of this iconic offroad challenge.

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