Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Venture deep into the wild heart of Borneo on the "Sabah Adventure"—an 11-day national parks tour made for those craving a challenge and a taste of the extraordinary. From climbing Mt Kinabalu at sunrise to witnessing sea turtles nesting by moonlight with expert rangers, each day promises unforgettable wildlife encounters. Explore remote villages, mingle with local hosts, and traverse the lush Kinabatangan River in search of rare creatures like pygmy elephants and orangutans. Discover UNESCO-listed Kinabalu National Park and experience both day and night safaris. The unique selling point: the rare chance to combine adventure trekking with close-up wildlife encounters, all while engaging with Borneo’s vibrant communities and conservation initiatives.
National parksMountains
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Guest House, Home-stay, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Dusun V
Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Dusun Village, Mt Kinabalu National Park, Kinabatangan River, Sepilok, Turtle Island
Borneo’s untamed wilderness calls to the adventurous spirit! The Best of Borneo tour offers a challenging 20-day wildlife journey spanning Kuching to Sandakan. Trek through the steamy rainforests of Gunung Mulu National Park, unwind on Turtle Island’s shores, and meet playful orangutans in Sepilok. Experience the warmth of Dusun village life at the base of Mt Kinabalu, and venture on river expeditions in search of rare wildlife. This tour package is tailored for active explorers who crave immersive encounters with nature and local communities. The journey’s USP lies in its deep dive into Borneo’s extraordinary biodiversity and genuine cultural exchanges along the way.
WildlifeNational parksCaves
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Hostel, Home-stay, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Dusun Vi
Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Dusun Village, Mt Kinabalu National Park, Poring Hot Springs, Kinabatangan River, Sepilok, Turtle Island, Sandakan, Mulu National Park, Longhouse, Labuan
We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. We did see a lot of wildlife, though not as much as expected given the advertising for what we would see (we understand this is nature, but Borneo has definitely suffered from the palm oil plantations, the lack of birdlife was evident). The trip notes need updating - the Malaysian Rhino is extinct. Some improvement suggestions is that the tour group was too big (we had 15) for the types of activities and level of fitness needed. One less night in Kuching and instead have a night in Baku National Park would have been better. The park doesn't open til 8-9am so we missed seeing a lot of wildlife at dawn as by the time we got there it was already hot and sunny. It would have been good to know that we were changing guides half way through the tour. We found out it's because they can't work in the other state of Malaysia, (Sarawak and Sabah need different visas) but it would have been nice to know before the trip. If there was a way we could keep the same guide that would be ideal. At least if the first guide had even experienced the whole trip end to end so he could talk about what the second leg involved would have been beneficial. Other than that, we loved the holiday and the accommodation and meals were all of a high standard.
National parksWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Sukau, T
Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Sukau, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sandakan, Bako National Park, Mulu National Park, Kinabalu Park, Sepilok