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Borneo Wildlife Discoverer

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15 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Kuching, Malaysia

Sandakan, Malaysia

Highlights

Join a small group in the wilds of Borneo to experience the natural world in full bloom

Enjoy multiple chances to see wild orangutans and visit the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary

Visit Mulu National Park in time to see the incredible bat exodus from Deer Cave

Take a dawn cruise along Kinabatangan River – the perfect time to spot wildlife!

Stay at Borneo Rainforest Lodge, an award-winning jungle resort in the Danum Valley

Itinerary

Venture into the wild heart of Borneo on the "Borneo Wildlife Discoverer" tour, a 15-day exploration tailored for senior nature enthusiasts. Starting in Kuching and ending in Sandakan, this moderate-activity trip immerses you in some of Southeast Asia’s richest biodiversity.

Journey through iconic destinations like Mt Kinabalu National Park and the Danum Valley, renowned for its jungle treks and opportunities to spot the elusive orangutan. Visit Bako and Mulu national parks for more wildlife encounters, and enjoy authentic stays such as a bamboo longhouse in Sabah. A highlight is Sepilok, where you’ll meet orangutans up close, followed by a relaxing finale in the historic port of Sandakan.

What sets this tour apart is its expertly guided focus on rare wildlife and local culture, making it a paradise for those who seek both adventure and comfort in one unforgettable trip package.

Day 1Adventure starts in Kuching
Day 2Day trip to Bako National Park to see proboscis monkeys
Day 3Fly to Mulu National Park; sunset walk to Deer Cave for bat exodus
Day 4Full day exploring Mulu National Park
Day 5Early rise for dawn chorus in Mulu; fly to Kota Kinabalu
Day 6Free day; optional snorkelling and island trip, wetland birdwatching or cultural village
Day 7To Kinabalu National Park; visit Sabah Tea Plantation
Day 8Visit Sandakan War Memorial en route to Sepilok
Day 9Visit Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary; optional visit to Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Day 10Travel to Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary; afternoon river cruise
Day 11Wildlife cruises on Kinabatangan River and forest walks
Day 12To Danum Valley Conservation Centre; jungle walk and nocturnal safari
Day 13Full-day guided walk in Danum Valley
Day 14Transfer to Sandakan
Day 15Adventure ends in Sandakan
Borneo Wildlife Discoverer

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What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation
Meals
14 breakfasts, four lunches and four dinners
Transport
All transport and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
Tour leader throughout

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