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Borneo Wildlife Highlights

BM-48144
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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
EasyLight physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Kuching, Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Highlights

A two week wildlife full immersion in Borneo's jungles of Sabah and Sarawak

Cruise along Bako's rainforest and marvel at Mulu National park's pinnacles

Visit Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary and spend three nights in a lush wildlife reserve

Itinerary

Wild Borneo awaits those seeking a genuine encounter with nature’s wonders. Beginning in Kuching and concluding in Kota Kinabalu, this immersive 15-day tour package reveals the heart of Malaysia’s most spectacular national parks and reserves. Ideal for seasoned explorers eager for accessible adventure, the itinerary weaves through lush rainforests, dynamic cities, and protected sanctuaries, seamlessly blending wildlife experiences with cultural insights.

Spotlight moments include close-up views of rare proboscis monkeys in Bako National Park and an inspiring visit to Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, renowned for its world-leading rehabilitation work. The Kinabatangan River offers a front-row seat to Borneo’s dramatic biodiversity—cruise steamy waterways at dawn and dusk, where hornbills soar and primates leap between ancient trees. In Mulu National Park, marvel at vast limestone caverns and experience the thrill of jungle walks alive with nocturnal sounds.

Throughout this small group tour, guided excursions are thoughtfully paced for easy activity levels, ensuring comfort while maximizing opportunities to witness Borneo’s iconic species. Enjoy river cruises, day and night treks, and stops at vital conservation centers, all complemented by comfortable accommodations and inclusive meals. The real USP of this journey is its all-encompassing access to Borneo’s famed wildlife—each day brings you face-to-face with creatures found nowhere else and deepens your understanding of the region’s unique ecology.

For travelers passionate about nature and eager to combine adventure with meaningful wildlife encounters, this trip stands out as an unrivaled exploration of Borneo’s wild side.

Day 1Join trip in Kuching, the capital of the Sarawak region of Borneo
Day 2Discover Kuching Heritage Trails and take a traditional Sampan Cruise
Day 3Visit a fishing village and cruise along Bako National Park's rainforest
Day 4Fly to Mulu and afternoon exploration of Mulu National Park
Day 5Explore limestone caves at Mulu Park and go on a treetop canopy walkway
Day 6Fly to Kota Kinabalu, the capital of the Sabah region of Borneo
Day 7Explore the city's Great Mosque and markets. Optional afternoon visit to Mari Mari village
Day 8Drive into Kinabalu National Park, lunch with the Dusan tribe in the shadow of Mount Kinabalu
Day 9Visit Poring Hot Springs and a Rafflesia reserve. Drive onto Sepilok
Day 10Visit Sun Bears Conservation Centre and witness a feeding at Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary. Onto Sukau for a jungle night walk
Day 11Cruise along the Kinabatangan River searching for wildlife on its banks
Day 12Drive onto the Wildlife Reserve of Tabin; Afternoon nature walk to the Lipad Mud Volcano
Day 13In Tabin Wildlife Reserve
Day 14Morning nature walk in Tabin Wildlife Reserve. Afternoon drive to Sandakan
Day 15Trip ends in Sandakan
Borneo Wildlife Highlights

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What's Included

Accommodation
Meritin Hotel (3 nights)Mulu Park HQ (2 nights)Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu (2 nights)Perkasa Hotel (1 night)Sepilok Jungle Resort (1 night)Bilit Rainforest Lodge (2 nights)Tabin Wildlife Resort (2 nights)Sabah Hotel (1 night)
Meals
14 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Transport
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Guide
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Ranger(s)Minibus

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