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In the heart of southeast Asia lies Borneo, known for its diverse wildlife including the beautiful orangutans, and it's stunning natural rainforests and jungles. If you're looking for a cultural experience like no other, consider an adventure to Borneo.

51 Borneo tour packages with 249 reviews

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Borneo – East Sabah Adventure

I had an awesome adventure, learnt a lot, was ‘very lucky’ to see alot of wildlife - including the proboscis monkey, crocodiles, orangutans, plenty of bird life, and also experienced the hatching of some green sea turtles. There is ‘No Guarantee’ on what animals you will see but on our tour we were ‘very lucky’ to have Albert who came through with the goods. Thank you Albert for making my first trip to Borneo East Sabah tour an unforgettable one. Thanks mate!!!!!!

Sabah Adventure

I liked the tour a lot. Too many buffet meals however and never enough vegetarian choices. Got bitten by bed bugs in the jungle lodge.

Premium Borneo in Depth

very surprising! everything worked out! nelson was really good!

Mountain Hikes

Real Borneo

Just come back from another amazing trip with Intrepid, the highlight was seeing not 1 but 8 orangutan's in the wild!

Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu

The itinerary did exactly as expected, showcased the highlights of Sabah. The additional activities exceeded expectations; tubing in Tambatuon village was fun for the range of ages amongst out group, on the night jungle walk in kinabatangan, we had the pleasure of strolling across an endangered tarsier. Our well-connected guide (Jerry) was actively involved in all activities and shared a wealth of knowledge, as a local. The connections Jerry has with the communities made us feel at home in Borneo. His professionalism and experience in mountain climbing made the Mt Kinabalu hike a personal highlight for me. A well-passed, humbling and spectacular adventure well worth taking.

Jungle Trekking
Hiking & Trekking

Best of Borneo National Geographic Journeys

Two comments 1. To add the Urang Hutan reservation in Kuching to the itinerary 2. The hotel in Bilit was not up to par, so if there are other options, it is worthwhile to check

In-depth Cultural

Borneo & the Malaysian Peninsula

The tour was fantabulous! Great sights, great food, excellent tour guides are ingredients for an unforgettable experience. Close encounters with wildlife in the primeval forest of Borneo as well as the mangrove forest in Langkawi are second to none; the boat rides with the help of local guides make for a thrilling adventure. Complementing the awesome nature discovery is the cultural immersion in the distinct cities of Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, Georgetown and Langkawi. A candid preview of Malaysia at its awesome best in two weeks! It is hands-down one of the best uses of one's time, energy, money.

Borneo Wildlife Discoverer

Borneo was a fabulous trip. Our guide, Nostalia, was knowledgeable, organized, funny, intuitive about our (wonderful) group and made every day and every excursion interesting and fun. I was very pleased by all the flora and fauna we saw, the hikes we took and the lodges we stayed in. Thank you!!!

Customized Private Malaysia Borneo Wildlife Tour, Daily Departure

Book With Flexibility This operator allows you to rebook your dates or tours with them for free, waiving change fees.

Sandakan Orangutan Experience 4D/3N

Great wildlife to see, friendly staff in the lodges, plentiful food, rustic but nice accommodation, knowledgeable guides but a little expensive for what's included as there's a lot of free time.

10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Sabah Highlights Adventure 7D/6N

The trip was really great! I didn't realize that I'd booked a private tour, which was kind of a surprise. The accommodations were really cool. The longhouse was my favorite! And the bat cave is AMAZING! All of the transportation was clean and air conditioned. The tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. My guide in Kota Kinabulu was the best! She introduced me to all of these really yummy snacks and told me about local traditions and her English was great! I would highly recommend the air conditioning option, it's really humid there and you do some physical activity and you'll be grateful for the upgrade. Also, bring toilet paper, because Malaysia doesn't really use it. The only thing I'd change is to stay at Sepilok for 2 days and Bilit for 1 day instead of the other way around. There isn't a lot to do at Bilit, just some scheduled boat rides and hikes, but Sepilok has a lot of cool places nearby and they have a pool. Spending a whole day doing almost nothing while having to set alarms for meal times wasn't really a great use of my time. Other than that, it was really great!

Borneo Adventure

3D2N Orangutan in Tanjung Puting with Overnight on the Boat

Wonders Of Borneo, Malaysia (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

€150 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Incredible Borneo, Malaysia (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

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If you are looking for a nature holiday, I would most defiantely recommend Borneo. Saw all the wildlife I had hoped for and more. Our CEO with G Adventures, Ricky, was fantastic. Helpful, kind, knowledgable and very calm. Always happy to help and answer any questions regarding the wildlife or history of Borneo. The group was also fantastic, full of laid back, like minded, wildlife lovers, from all over the world. Thank you!!

This trip was amazing and exceeded my expectations. I loved the mix of culture, nature, hiking and relaxing.

Really enjoyed everything about the Borneo trip, the guide, Gobert was fun, helpful and pleasant. I would recommend this tour.

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Borneo Tours is the ultimate destination for adventure seekers looking for a unique and immersive experience. Located in Southeast Asia, Borneo offers diverse landscapes, rich culture, and exotic wildlife. Our tours provide an opportunity to explore the rainforests, trek mountains, and witness the natural beauty of the island. With our expert guides and carefully curated itineraries, we ensure a memorable and safe experience. Discover the beauty of Borneo with our customizable tours that cater to your interests and preferences. Book now and experience the adventure of a lifetime in Borneo!

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CUSTOMER'S REVIEW

Thank you to Mr Lee and all of the staff at Borneo Calling for making our recent holiday to Borneo everything that we wished for and more. We had a fantastic time and our trip could not have been organized any better. Mr Lee was amazing in helping to organize our initial plans for our trip from the… Read more

朋友的介紹選擇了這一家旅行社剛開始非常的忐忑不安。因為神山行程，參加成員20人，所以不停的詢問，但都能給予完整回覆，直到出發前3天更是貼心，主動的告知注意事項讓人非常安心，我們一行人平均年齡超過一甲子，除了攻頂神山，還安排馬里馬里文化村，咔哇咔哇長鼻猴及螢火蟲探險，還有超剌激的泛舟之旅，最後又雙島浮潛遊，非常好的建議… Read more …

This is my third time engaging Borneo Calling for arrangement of my trips in Sabah. First time in year 2015, it was under a different company name (Tamariska) at that time. Guided by very friendly and helpful staff name Abby. Second time was in 2017, for my second climb to Mt Kinabalu. However due to … Read more

Out of so many options for Kota Kinabalu tours, I’m glad I chose Borneo Calling because their team covers your adventure from A to Z. Belle from the office was very patient in giving us the best options for our Mt. Kinabalu climb, and even allowed us to avail a spontaneous island tour when we got there. Lee, who … Read more

Highly recommend to go with Borneo Calling. I just completed 2D1N solo trip climbing Mt. Kinabalu with them. 1. Speedy reply. The smooth experience with them started way before the actual climbing. I made the last minute booking almost like 5 days ago and many thanks to the prompt response from their … Read more

Felt so fortunate to have chosen such a nice and genuine tour company! As an university student, organizing a trip of 30 people and leading them to travel to a foreign country wasn’t easy at all, but you guys have made my dream came true! We climbed Mt Kinabalu, participated in Via ferrata, visited the … Read more

We are very happy with our 3D2N MT Kinabalu Climb package with Borneo Calling for end March 2018. Mr Lee and Jesse gave prompt and accurate replies to our queries. The service, transport and lodging arrangements were very good. The friendly and helpful transport drivers and hotel staff went out of … Read more

It is my first time visiting Sabah and I made the right decision for choosing Borneo Calling. Definitely, this is one of the best touring agent you can find in Sabah. From the funny and informative tour guide to the helpful and responsible mountain guide, these people made our trip even more enjoyable! … Read more

I attended Borneo Calling’s 3D2N Mt Kinabalu Low’s Peak Circuit Via Ferrata package and have had a wonderful time. Before the trip, all emails were replied super quick, normally within half-day.The tour itself was very well organised. Day 1’s complimentary tour was great. We’ve managed to visit Nabalu… Read more

Last November 2017 I had the opportunity to climb one of the highest mountain in South East Asia – Mt. Kinabalu. Of course to make my trip worth remembering I asked around which Travel and Tour Agency was the best in KK on their climbing field. And then I found Borneo Calling! Hence, I quickly contact them via … Read more

A wonderful climb up Mount Kinabalu. I was not able to do much training prior to our trip due to injury and ‘just gave it a go’. Very hard work but very rewarding. Our guide Jemin was wonderful and took it very slowly. He paced us very well, pointed out some unusual plants and kept motivating… Read more

Excellent services from all staff of Borneo Calling that I met during my trip to Mt Kinabalu, especially my super-guide, Andy. He was not only extremely professional and experienced but also very kind, patient and fun. I owed it to him that I made to the Summit of Mt Kinabalu and completed Via Ferrata Low’s … Read more

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Why borneo tours .

If you are looking for amazing adventures in Borneo, you have come searching at the right place.

BORNEO , a giant, rugged island in Southeast Asia’s Malay Archipelago, is known for its beaches and biodiverse rainforest where thousands of wildlife called home. The Sabah region of Borneo is quite rugged and the third largest island in Asia isn’t much explored, but the tropical Sabah wildlife is some of the most diverse. Sabah, Borneo has so much more to offer to wildlife-seekers and adventure enthusiasts.

HIKE UP MOUNT KINABALU

A majestic mountain located at the West Coast Division of Sabah, Mount Kinabalu is one of the highest mountains in South East Asia standing at 4095.2 meters and has been accorded UNESCO World Heritage status. First-time climbers are advised to consider staying at Kinabalu Park or a highland resort at Kundasang one night prior to the climb to acclimatize the high altitude. Take it up a notch with Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata , which provides access to scenic sections of the mountains that are typically made available only to mountaineers. It is also known as the world’s highest and Asia’s first via ferrata. This challenging route offers both Walk the Torq and Low’s Peak Circuit packages fitting for both beginners and intermediate climbers respectively. If you are a thrill-seeker, this is should be one of the top things in your bucket list!

BEAUTIFUL ISLANDS

If climbing or hiking is not your thing, activities such as paragliding, white water rafting at Kiulu or Padas rivers, quad biking on the terrains, or even scuba diving and island hopping are among the few activities you can choose from. Explore beautiful islands where you can find the most beautiful corals and swim alongside sea turtles. Look no further than the Lankayan Dive Resort at Lankayan Island or the Sipadan Island, Mabul Island , Kapalai Island , Mataking Island and Pom Pom Island for your fun island adventures.

ICONIC BORNEO WILDLIFE

Moving on to the east coast of Sabah, here we can witness that Borneo is truly a land blessed with wonderful eco treasures – from scenic islands to wildlife encounters and nature treks. Moreover, there is an amazing array of endangered and endemic Borneo wildlife such as the Orang Utans , Proboscis Monkeys, Bornean Sun Bear, sea turtles, and Bornean Pygmy Elephants .

Take a one day trip and learn more about these animals at Sepilok , Sun Bear Conservation Center , Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary , and Gomantong Cave . Selingan Island turtle hatcheries area also not to be missed if you are keen on witnessing turtles hatching and baby sea turtles being released back into the sea. Or opt to stay overnight at Kinabatangan River which is called the longest river in Sabah Borneo. This river is known as one of the most exciting and easily accessible places to explore the rich biodiversity of Sabah. Go on river safaris and night walks around the resort for wildlife spotting, even though wildlife spotting is not guaranteed but you will be assured of a nice escape from the busy city. Depending on your budget, you can choose to stay between Sukau, Bilit or Abai , these lodges are all located along the Kinabatangan River.

ANCIENT RAINFOREST

Looking for a nice getaway at one of Borneo Forest Reserve? Danum Valley Conservation Center’s Borneo Rainforest lodge and Tabin Wildlife Reserve are one of our top picks. These lodges provide a nice combination of luxury and wildlife spotting. Both lodges offer a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy the nice outdoors. The mud volcano at Tabin is one not to be missed. If you are keen to get off the tourist tracks to spot for wildlife, take a few days overnight trip to Deramakot Forest Reserve or Danum Valley Field Center. Even though the lodging is simple but it will leave you with an unforgettable experience.

CULTURAL RICHES

Not too keen on all the adventures? No fret, Borneo has something for everyone. Why not come and learn about the cultures and traditions of the natives living in Sabah with us. We’ll take you on a trip to Mari-Mari Cultural Village , Rungus longhouse, War memorial park, and even places as far as the Tip of Borneo where you will hear stories of local people that were passed down from generations to generations.

The best things in life are the people you love and the memories you make, this part of Borneo will definitely leave you with memories that last a lifetime!

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Wherever else you've been lucky enough to travel, there's nothing quite like a holiday in Borneo. The superstar wildlife in this rainforest paradise will knock your leech-socks off, and the opportunities for adventure will have you gleefully stepping out of your comfort zone! To top it all off, there’s the superb snorkelling, beautiful beaches, and wildlife-focused resorts that stand in a class of their own.

Wildlife watching & conservation sites

In Borneo, we can get you conscientiously close to some of the world's most thrilling wildlife in its natural habitat. You can head into the Danum Valley and Tabin conservation areas, which offer sanctuary to Bornean orangutans, gibbons, sun bears, wildcats, and the rarely seen pygmy elephant, clouded leopard and Bornean rhinoceros. Rainforest lodges offer accommodation deep in the jungle, with expert rangers on hand to help you spot the animals. Boat trips along the Kinabatangan River also offer great wildlife opportunities, plus the chance to visit tribal villages and join in their reforestation efforts. We also enjoy visiting ethical orangutan rehabilitation centres for an insight into the challenges faced by those who depend on the jungle.

Paradise beaches & island snorkelling

Even on the outskirts of Kota Kinabalu , the capital of Sabah state, there are stunning beaches with clean white sand, warm tranquil waters and luxurious resorts. Head offshore, and you’ll find idyllic tropical islands, marine parks protecting turtles and many other exciting species, and responsible resorts that combine conservation with just the right level of luxury. We particularly enjoy snorkelling around Gaya Island , where the protected waters throng with colourful marine life, and resort guests can help out at a coral reef restoration nursery.

Spend time with Iban tribes

The Iban people (a name encompassing Borneo's indigenous groups) have thrived within the island's habitats for thousands of years. They still uphold many traditional ways of life, albeit whilst sporting football shirts and enjoying a spot of karaoke. The most authentic tribal longhouses are now built of concrete (a few old-style wooden ones are kept for show) but their communal approach to living persists, with a number of families living in each longhouse and sharing resources. You can stay in a longhouse for a couple of nights, joining the tribespeople on their daily activities, and even camping in the rainforest if you’re feeling particularly adventurous!

Caves, mountains & trekking

Malaysia’s highest mountain, one of the largest cave systems in the world, thrilling treks deep into the rainforest — Malay Borneo offers some excellent opportunities for light adventure, most of which can be tailored to your ability level. Many walking trails criss-cross UNESCO World Heritage site Kinabalu National Park , ranging from an hour or two along a river valley to the strenuous overnight climb to the peak of Mount Kinabalu itself. You can embark on adventurous hikes into the Maliau Basin , sleeping overnight at research camps, or perhaps you’d rather venture underground into the Mulu caves , one of which is the largest known cave chamber in the world.

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Explore an untamed habitat concealing endangered animals, rare birds and plants with mysterious medicinal properties; all before steeling away for a remote island retreat.

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Experience Borneo's unspoilt rainforest, flawless beaches and wild adventures, with one of our Borneo holidays. The third-largest island in the world, Borneo is politically divided between three different countries, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. Lying at the geographic centre of Maritime South East Asia, it lies to the south of the Philippines amongst the islands of the Greater Sunda Archipelago. Home to a staggering array of rare tropical species, the island’s rainforest provide a rich haven for endangered orangutans, leopards, two-metre monitor lizards and numerous other endemic forest species. Borneo’s is also known for Asia’s third-highest mountain, Indonesia's longest river and thousands of miles of bat-filled caves. Our Borneo tours explore the islands western territory of Sarawak, where, tropical rainforest and a string of untouched beaches that fringe the clear waters of the Sulu Sea, can be found. This region is one of the most biodiverse places in the world its well-preserved hiking routes snake through an interior that is still inhabited by indigenous tribes. The city of Kuching provides the perfect base to enjoy sunset boat trips, searching for near-extinct Irrawaddy dolphins, visiting tiny islands scattered in the Sulu Sea and whale shark spotting. Travel to Borneo and discover this extraordinary place for yourself with Wild Frontiers on one of our outstanding Borneo holiday and tours packages.

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Highlights of borneo, best experiences.

Climb Mount Kinabalu

Mount Kinabalu is Southeast Asia's highest peak but only requires a good level of fitness to climb. Begin the long hike up to Low's Peak at 2am through thick cloud forest and arriving at the top in time to witness dawn breaking across the forest canopy below.

Island hop in a marine conservation area

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a marine conservation area and its five beautiful islands lie amongst shallow turquoise waters and coral reefs. Ideal for swimming and snorkelling, you'll get the opportunity to do so with a drop-off at each island.

Visit the Orangutan Rehab Centre

Set up in 1964 to help orphaned Orangutans be re-released into the wild, the rehabilitation centre which is set amidst 4,300 hectares of lush forest, offers an opportunity to observe these magnificent primates up close and in their natural environment.

Boat on the Ox Bow Lake

The Kinabatangan river is renowned for its wildlife and its rich diversity of habitats, which includes its series of Ox Bow Lakes. Enjoy a boat journey out onto one of these lakes in search of primates and bird life. Keep an eye out for the rare proboscis monkeys.

Spot wildlife on a jungle trek

The lowland rainforests of the Danum Valley contain an extraordinary variety of bird and animal life, including orang-utans, rare pygmy elephants, sun bears and the Sumatran rhino. A jungle hike is an ideal way to see some of these elusive creatures up close.

Explore the Tabin Nature Reserve

Tabin was declared a wildlife reserve on account of the large number of animals inhabiting its forests, some of which are highly endangered. The Pygmy Elephant, Sumatran Rhinoceros and Tembadau are all found here and you might be lucky enough to spot them.

Take on an untamed jungle trek

Maliau Basin, also known as Sabah’s Lost World, surrounded by cliffs and steep slopes, is a hidden paradise of flora, fauna and geology located in South-Central Sabah. Trek for four days in one of the world’s oldest rainforests, which remains barely explored.

Learn to cook Sarawak style

Enjoy the culinary tastes and cultural traditions of Borneo by learning how to cook real Sarawak cuisine in a traditional setting. Prepare and serve up a number of Malaysian dishes with a local family using local ingredients brought in the market.

Visit impressive limestone caves

The Gunung Mulu National Park is home to one of the largest limestone cave systems on earth including the world's largest (Deer Cave), Southeast Asia's longest (Clearwater Cave) and the largest natural chamber on earth (Sarawak Chamber).

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Danum Valley

A stunning natural gem, the Danum Valley Conservation Area presents a pristine landscape of virgin jungle and lush tropical lowland forest that provides shelter for a rare collection of animals, including ...

Kinabalu National Park

Set amongst the dramatic landscapes of the Kinabalu National Park, Mount Kinabalu is Borneo's highest peak, and one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia. Accorded UNESCO World Heritage status and ...

Kota Kinabalu

Formerly known as Jesselton, the capital of Sabah State lies along the north-western coast of Borneo, overlooking the waters of the South China Sea. Founded by the British North Borneo Company in the ...

The capital of Sarawak, Kuching is the largest city in Borneo and one of the most vibrant cities in the region. Situated on the banks of the Sarawak River, in the north-western part of the island, the ...

Tabin Nature Reserve

Tabin Wildlife Reserve is located in the eastern part of Sabah. The reserve comprises an area of approximately 300,000 acres in the centre of the Dent Peninsula, north-east of Lahad Datu town, south of ...

Kinabatangan River

Sabah's Kinabatangan River is the second longest river in Malaysia, running some 560 kilometres from its source in the mountains of the south-west to the Sulu Sea, east of Sandakan. Blessed with one of ...

One of Sabah's most popular attractions and part of the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre was set up in 1964 to help orphaned Orangutans. Set amidst 4,300 hectares ...

OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY

Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Danum Valley

Bunga Raya Island Resort, Gaya Island

Gaya Island Resort, Gaya Island

Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort, Kinabatangan (Abai)

Sepilok Nature Lodge, Sandakan

Sukau Rainforest Lodge, Kinabatangan (Sukau)

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The climate is typically tropical with temperature ranging from a cool 22°C (72°F) in the evenings to a sultry 34°C (93°F) in the daytime.

Sarawak receives an abundance of rainfall (averaging 200-250 cm a year); the rainy season is normally during the 'landas', a local term for the monsoon rains that come between November and February each year. Sabah is less wet than Sarawak and because it lies just below the typhoon belt, it is often known as "the land below the wind".

The monsoon period should not deter visitors to the region as it is not cold; in fact the rains during this time may be heavy but it is intermittent and they bring respite from the tropical heat. This is also the time of the year when the local tropical fruits unique to the region are in abundance.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Health and Vaccinations

There are no mandatory immunisations for travellers to Malaysia though you should be up-to-date with Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. Malaria is prevalent in parts of Borneo, therefore we strongly suggest that you visit your GP to discuss your personal requirements. Please note we are not medical professionals and so we highly recommend you seek advice from your local GP or travel centre as to the correct immunisations and preventative treatments. 

Currency

In Borneo, Malaysia the unit of currency is the Malaysian ringgit (MYR).  

To check out the latest exchange rate for the places that you are visiting you can go to www.oanda.com .

Cultural Sensitivity

On our tours you will frequently interact with local people, each with their own distinct customs and traditions. We therefore ask you to be considerate and to treat them with respect. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be able to advise you accordingly.

Borneo, Malaysia is a multicultural but predominantly Islamic country. You should respect local traditions, customs and religions. Shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting temples and other important religious sites.   

Ladies should dress modestly in the towns and cities, this means avoid wearing shorts and tank tops. When you’re outside of the towns and cities you can wear normal summer clothes. If your trip includes spending time at hotels resorts the dress code is more relaxed.    Men can wear normal summer clothes all the time.  

As you can imagine the humidity is very high here, so be prepared. When you’re exploring national parks, light weight natural fabrics work best and pack long trousers and long sleeved shirts to help keep the bugs away.  

Language & Religion

The official language is  Malay  although English is also widely spoken and understood. Mandarin and Tamil are the other two main languages, alongside a multitude of other less widely spoken languages representing smaller ethnic groups.  

More than half of the population (52%) follows Islam. Other religions followed in Malaysia are Buddhism, Daoism, Hinduism, Christianity, and Sikhism. In addition, Shamanism is practiced in East Malaysia.  

Time

Borneo is 8 hours ahead of GMT.  

A useful website to check the time zone differences is www.worldtimezone.com .

Food and drink

In Borneo forget potatoes – rice (nasa) and noodles (mee) rule in this region. Rice is either steamed or fried, and noodles can be made from wheat, wheat and egg, rice or mung beans, and are used in a bewildering number of dishes either fried or boiled. Malays like their fish fried (ikan) whole and stuffed with spices or chopped into chunks or steaks and served with a spicy (tamarind) sauce. In Malaysian Borneo in particular, hinava (raw fish marinated with lime juice and herbs) is very popular. 

Apart from fish, chicken (ayam) is possibly the most consumed meat in the region. Beef (daging lembu) and mutton (daging kambing, which also refers to lamb as well as kid and goat) are common in Malay dishes too. Chilli of course, features heavily. Fruit is usually the desert, served raw and presented on platters while alcohol is readily available all over.  

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Filled with ancient mist-drenched rainforest and some of the world’s rarest wildlife, Borneo is a tropical paradise of breathtaking biodiversity, golden beaches and chromatic coral reefs.

The sawing call of cicadas and rare tropical birds. Bornean orangutans swinging across primordial Danum Valley. Proboscis monkeys leaping from mangroves to water. Holidays to Borneo are to go where the wild things are.

The island, shared by the countries of Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia, is home to some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Discover gliding lizards and jewel orchids in hot lowlands under the cloud-touching peaks of iconic Kinabalu Mountain. Cruise jungle waterways looking out for gibbons and pygmy elephants and cut across sky high hanging bridges with views guaranteed to thrill. Meet protected orangutans and sun bears in Sepilok’s conservation-savvy sanctuaries and snorkel the colourful underwater world within Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

Pair one of our handpicked Sabah hotels with a stay on the golden sands of Gaya Island Resort and combine inland wilderness adventure with an exotic beach holiday.

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Backed by rainforest and overlooking a white sand bay, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is both escapist and adventurous.

This sophisticated resort has excellent facilities including one of Borneo’s finest spas and fun water play areas.

Where mangroves and endemic species meet, is an unspoiled hideaway connected with Borneo’s nature.

SUP Boarding & Snorkelling Adventure

Explore Boneo from on and underneath the water with a fun SUP and snorkelling adventure. The seas are typically calm in the morning, so you’ll have a gentle paddle around sand bars, coral bars or floating pontoons, depending on the tide. Then it’s time to dip under the waves with your snorkel and mask. The area is known for its clownfish colony, so you’ll spot brightly coloured fish darting through the waters. Your guide will also capture the best moments on a GoPro.

• Duration: 3 hours • Time: 8am to 11am • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience

Good to know You’ll need a good level of fitness. Children must be at least 6 years old to take part. Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Sunset SUP Boarding Adventure

Watch the sun sink into the ocean from your peaceful perch out on the water. Stand-up paddle boarding is a memorable experience at any time of day, but it’s particularly beautiful at sunset. You’ll paddle around sand bars, coral bars or floating pontoons, depending on the tide, and pause to appreciate the changing colours as the sky is reflected in the water. Your guide will also capture the best moments on a GoPro.

• Duration: 3 hours • Time: 4.30pm to 7.30pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience

Good to know You’ll need a good level of fitness. Children must be at least 6 years old to take part. Children age 6-12 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Malaysian Cooking Class in Kota Kinabalu

Cooking classes are a wonderful way to delve deeper into the local culture while learning new skills at the same time. Your host begins the experience with a stroll through the local market. Finding the freshest local ingredients and chatting with the stallholders, you’ll learn which spices to use and buy the groceries needed to whip up a Malaysian feast back in the kitchen. At your cooking station, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional home-cooked dishes and understand how food is such a big part of Malaysian heritage. After an insightful morning, you’ll get to tuck into your creations.

• Duration: half day • Time: 9am to 1.30pm • Departing daily from Kota Kinabalu • Operates year round • Group experience

Kota Kinabalu – Step Back in Time

Leave the buzz of the city behind and take a journey into the past to see, hear, taste and feel the identity of Sabah. Meeting some of the people of the remote Mari Mari Cultural Village, you’ll get to understand what traditional daily life is like in this rural region. We’ll be welcomed into the homes of various indigenous people, who’ll chat to us about how their houses were built by tribal descendants and what the different architectural styles represent. As we explore the village, we’ll also stop at demonstration huts to see traditional activities such as blow piping, fire lighting and tattooing.

• Duration: half day • Time: 9am to 1pm, 1.30pm to 5pm or 5pm to 9pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience

Kota Kinabalu Canopy Walks

The journey is part of the adventure on this full-day experience. A scenic two-hour drive will whisk us away from city life, as we pass villages and paddy fields and wind our way up the mountainous roads of the Crocker Range. A short stop at lively Nabalu Market will showcase local fruits, vegetables and handicraft souvenirs before reaching the main attraction: Kinabalu Park. The park has around 4,500 species of plant, including a whopping 1,500 species of orchid – 77 of which are endemic to Kinabalu. It also supports more than 280 species of birds and 290 different types of butterflies. You’ll notice the change in air temperature and enjoy the cool air as you set off on a walk along the botanical garden nature trails. On a clear day, you might spot majestic Mount Kinabalu in the distance. After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll continue to the Poring Hot Spring for a canopy walk. Climb up to 41 metres above ground level and walk across the suspension bridges hanging in the tropical jungle treetops.

• Duration: full day • Time: 7.30am to 5.30pm • Departing daily from Kota Kinabalu • Operates year round • Private experience

Good to know There’s a small charge of MYR5 to use a camera and MYR3 to use a video camera at the canopy walkway (payable locally).

Kota Kinabalu Street Food

A delicious melting pot of heritage and culture, Kota Kinabalu has a top street food scene. The markets come alive after dark, so put on your walking shoes and taste your way around the various influences. Your expert guide will take you around the best spots in the night market and tell you about all the foods on offer. You’ll have time to chat with the stallholders and get to know the subtle differences in food between Sabah’s tribes before tucking into authentic dishes such as noodle soup, hinava (a raw fish dish similar to ceviche) and pinasakan (braised fish with turmeric and fruit).

• Duration: 2 hours • Time: 5.30pm to 7.30pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience

Mangroves & Fireflies of Kota Kinabalu

A scenic day awaits on this blissful back-to-nature escape. On a two-hour drive through the Klias Forest Reserve, we’ll pass coastal views and picturesque villages on the way to the Klias River Village Jetty. Tea, coffee and cakes will be waiting to refresh you ahead of your river cruise through the mangrove forests of the Klias River. Keep your eyes peeled for proboscis monkeys, abundant bird species, monitor lizards, crocodiles and other wildlife. We’ll return to the jetty for a traditional Malay buffet dinner. Then, as dusk sets, we’ll hop back on the boat for the best vantage point to watch flickering fireflies light up the riverbanks.

• Duration: half day • Time: 2pm to 9pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience

Orangutan Encounter

Your wildlife adventure begins with a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan Airport, where you’ll be picked up and whisked off to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. In this remarkable rehabilitation centre, which was set up in 1964 to help orphaned orangutans, you’ll be able to get up close with the orangutans and watch them being fed. Take a walk in Borneo’s lowland dipterocarp forest and visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, which improves animal welfare and rehabilitates rescued sun bears. After lunch, the final stop is the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where you can see hundreds of cheeky proboscis monkeys.

• Duration: full day • Time: 7.15am to 7.25pm • Departing daily from Kota Kinabalu, including return flights • Operates year round • Group experience

Kota Kinabalu, Your Way

Join a private guide for a tour of Kota Kinabalu tailored precisely to your specification. Decide how long you want the time to last and where you want to go, and the driver will take you from place to place and offer expert commentary.

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GMT +8 hours

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15¾ hours (not including stopover time)

Majority Muslim; Buddhism, Hindu and Christianity

Malay (Bahasa Melayu)

Where is Malaysian Borneo? Sitting in South East Asia and part of the Indonesian archipelago, Borneo is surrounded by the South China Sea, the Java Sea and the Celebes Sea. It’s the world’s third largest island and the only one that’s shared by three countries: Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. The island’s Malaysian states are Sabah and Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur is under three hours away by air.

Kota Kinabalu Known locally as KK, Kota Kinabalu is the coastal capital of Sabah and gateway to your inland wildlife adventures. Much of it was destroyed in the 1940s Japanese invasion and although there are a few colonial buildings left, it’s here you'll find glinting shopping malls and a sizzling street food and night market scene. Hip restaurants, cool coffee houses and sunset views from the beach make this a vibrant capital and a great place from which to boat hop across to the islands that make up Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

Gaya Island Located within Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, a 20 minute speedboat transfer from Kota Kinabalu, Gaya Island balances natural beauty and marine conservation with luxury touches and plenty of watersports. It’s a feet-in-the-sands escape fringed by crystal clear waters and thriving coral reef that are a paradise for snorkellers and divers. Stay at eco-friendly Gaya Island Resort and you can snorkel with resident marine biologists, follow naturalists out on the proboscis monkey jungle trail and dine with Mount Kinabalu views.

Kinabalu Park Shadowed by the revered Mount Kinabalu, one of South East Asia’s highest mountains, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinabalu Park boasts an incredible bio-diversity. Here naturalists can attempt to spot thousands of varieties of flora and half of all Malaysia’s bird, mammal and amphibian species – it may take a while though. Adventure seekers descend on the park to climb Kinabalu, bathe in the Poring Hot Springs, explore the tropical rainforest, trek to the Langanan and Kipungit waterfalls and visit the nearby butterfly farm to witness just some of the 850 varieties that flutter throughout the forest.

Danum Valley Danum Valley is one of southern Sabah’s most spectacular attractions and comes with a spine-tingling diversity and abundance of wildlife. Its dense and steamy 130-million-year-old virgin rainforest is one of the best places to spot Bornean orangutans and the elusive clouded leopard. You’ll likely see red leaf monkeys, Asian paradise flycatchers and flying squirrels on morning treks and treetop canopy walks, keeping in mind this is their natural habitat and you never know when they’ll be making an appearance.

Wildlife The highly intelligent orangutan is Borneo’s most eminent species and, either on trek into the jungle or a visit to Borneo’s various sanctuaries and rehabilitation centres, you are sure to come eye to doleful eye with one of these endearing yet endangered creatures. In the past 50 years the number of orang-utans in the wild has declined alarmingly due to the loss of habitat caused by illegal logging and the conversion of land to agricultural use, hunting, and human conflict.

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Frequently asked questions, discover the most popular places to visit in borneo, mount kinabalu national park.

Pass some of the world’s rarest flowers as you make the accent up Borneo’s tallest mountain or follow trails that weave through rain forest at this national park.

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You can take time to visit Kuching Waterfront during your travels to Kuching. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

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During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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The ultimate borneo multi-centre holidays, 13-day borneo overland tour: sarawak, sabah, & brunei, 17d16n borneo wildlife, rainforest & culture, 19d 18n epic borneo overland tour, reviews from our previous guests, tripadvisor, april 2023.

We went to Bako National Park on a private tour. Our guide, Alex, had an encyclopedic knowledge and was able to explain a lot to us about the fauna and flora of the park. Thanks to him, we were lucky enough to be able to observe proboscis monkeys there.

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I went on the Kampung local bike tour and had an amazing time! Great sights, cultural experience and local food! Ask for Farhah and u will be well taken care of! She is a rare gem of a guide with a wealth of local knowledge and a pleasure to hang out with.

Another wonderful cycle trip around Kuching with the very impressive Farhah. She made the trip as the guides do. She was knowledgeable, friendly, competent and made our half day very memorable. My second trip with this company; I learnt more than before. To have a local, passionate about Sarawak and her culture is priceless. Bikes were good and temp super. Finding hidden gems and eating with locals , made the experience special. Thank you Farhar and thank you to all.

TripAdvisor, December 2023

A very well curated trip planned by Paradesa, we did multi day trip with them which included cycling, speed hiking & kayaking. This was all inclusive trip with some great home stays & amazing home cooked food & wine’s.

It was a great holiday thanks to the planning & efforts of Paradesa and more importantly Farah & Lester during the trip. Farah is very knowledgeable about this region & thanks to her network of friends we had such a blast..

Will always fondly remember this experience!

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We had a great morning out riding seeing the city. We received great service, had a very friendly guide who was extremely accommodating with our young family. Would highly recommend.

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This is my second trip to Kuching and my second time booking day trips with Paradesa and they did not disappoint. On this trip, I had my 8 year old and my 70++ parents with me and we did the Semenggoh Orangutan Sanctuary & Annah Rais Longhouse Day trip and the Wetlands Cruise. On each occasion, the guides assigned were helpful, informative and attentive to our varying needs (young and elderly both taken care of).

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I went on a great walking food tour with Delilah, who was an excellent guide. In addition to eating all manner of interesting goodies, from restaurants, street vendors and hawker courts, Delilah gave us a great historical and cultural look at Kuching too. Highly recommended. Skip breakfast and come empty!

Anke Derks ⎥ August 2019

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No need to have a big breakfast before you go, because you will eat plenty of food during the tour and enough water is provided. We both eat vegetarian and also that was well taken care of. Kelvin is a great tour guide. He knows a lot and could answer almost all our questions.

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Home to some of the world’s richest ecosystems, the island of Borneo is split between three countries – Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. Sabah and Sarawak are the two states that make up Malaysian Borneo and they are packed to bursting with culture, wildlife, jungle and beaches. As captivating a destination as Borneo is, it remains wonderfully off-the-beaten-track meaning that it has managed to remain relatively pristine.

You can enjoy the cosmopolitan charms of the cities of Kuching and Kota Kinabalu, relax on the softest white sand, explore easily accessible tracts of virgin rainforest, discover the world’s largest caves and meet the ‘old men of the forest’ – orangutans. On top of all this Borneo is home to half of all the known plant and animal species in the world and to a fascinating ancient tribal culture (Headhunters anyone?) that is still very much alive. For a truly memorable adventure, Borneo is the place to go!

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Nature’s bounty is in full display in beautiful Borneo. With dense rainforests to explore, majestic mountains to trek up and sparkling blue waters to dive into, Borneo holidays present unforgettable experiences for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. It’s time to heed the call of the wild!

Why visit Borneo?

Located near Malaysia and Indonesia, Borneo is the perfect destination for those who revel in the outdoors and love being surrounded by nature. A Malaysia tour that includes Borneo gives you the opportunity to enjoy city life, relish delicious cuisine and immerse yourself in nature.

Embark on an exciting two-day trek to the top of Mt. Kinabalu and watch the fascinating changes in ecosystems, flora and fauna as you make your way up this imposing 4,000 metre-high mountain. Experience the feeling of being above the clouds at the summit.

Part of a 130 million-year-old rainforest, the Danum Valley Conservation Area is home to an astounding variety of animals, avifauna and plants. Set out on a canopy walk high above the trees and take in the sights and sounds of the forest. Gibbons, orangutans, pygmy elephants and some of Malaysia’s rarest bird species call this home. Little wonder that Borneo family holidays are a favourite pick among kids and adults alike.

Head to Lankayan Island or Sipadan Island to see the wonders off the coast of Borneo. With whale sharks, green turtles and colonies of brilliantly coloured fishes giving you company, it’s a whole new world out there.

Why should you book your luxury Borneo holidays with Hayes & Jarvis?

Booking Borneo holidays travel packages with Hayes & Jarvis comes with certain advantages —

Destination experts — Our travel consultants have seen the world and come with a wealth of real-time experience and information. This translates to an extraordinary journey for you.
Personalised journeys — If you are looking for tailor made holidays in Borneo, then you are at the right place. Our travel experts custom build every itinerary, keeping your wishlist and preferences in mind.
24/7 travel support — Your personal trip coordinator will be available round the clock throughout your trip, no matter which part of the world you are holidaying in.

Things to Know before you travel to Borneo

Flights are available from UK airports via Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong and Singapore. Flying time is around 19 hours.
British nationals do not require a visa to visit Borneo. Permission to stay for three months is typically given on arrival.
The official currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
Malay is the official language. Chinese and English are also widely spoken on the island.
The dress code in Borneo is modest. Cover your shoulders and knees when you are out sightseeing. Humidity is high, so choose light, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen. If your Borneo holiday includes trekking, pack good quality trekking shoes and trek pants.
Electricity supply in Borneo is 230/240 volts at 50 hertz. The power plugs and sockets are of type G.

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Step 1 — Schedule a call or share your travel dreams here .

Step 2 — Our travel experts will get in touch and design a trip proposal that matches your requirements. We’ll refine it further if you want to change dates, add destinations, or choose specific experiences.

Step 3 — Go ahead and book your Borneo holiday. And that’s it. We’ll take care of the rest.

Immerse yourself in the sheer diversity of the country on bespoke Borneo holidays with Hayes and Jarvis. Contact us, and let’s get started!

We can also help you book a multi-centre Borneo holiday to experience more of the region.

Destination Highlights

Watch orangutans swinging from trees and chance a glimpse at the rare small sun bears

Discover 3,000 species of sea life at Lankayan Island

Take in the majestic views of UNESCO World Heritage site, Mount Kinabalu

Visit Danum Valley Conservation Area, where scientists are still discovering new animal species every week

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Get inspired by our selection of popular itineraries for Borneo holidays, from wildlife tours of Borneo to multi-centre holidays where you can pair the city and beach, or the city and jungle.

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Frequently asked questions, 1. what is the time difference between the uk and borneo.

Borneo is eight hours ahead of the UK.

2. What is the best mode of transportation in Borneo?

Renting a car with a driver is the best mode of transportation in Borneo. This provides flexibility and convenience to your schedule and can be included as part of your Borneo holiday package. For longer distances, the best option is to take a flight.

3. What is the food like in Borneo?

Borneo’s cuisine is an amalgamation of Malaysian flavours and indigenous influences. Rice, noodles and seafood feature prominently in the island’s dishes. Try the Hinava (raw mackerel salad), Pinasakan sada (grilled basung fish eaten with a fruit called takob akob), clay pot and laksa soups flavoured with coconut, garlic, ginger and turmeric.

4. Which islands are best for snorkelling?

Sipadan Island is considered one of the best snorkelling and diving spots worldwide. Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is home to five islands known for their incredible diversity of sea life. Another excellent spot for snorkelling is Lankayan Island.

5. What are the top outdoor activities in Borneo?

Holidays to Borneo are all about nature and outdoor adventures. Here are some of our favourites –

Head out on guided jungle treks in Danum Valley
Spot wildlife from a cruise on the Kinabatangan River
Go snorkelling or diving in the islands of Borneo
Watch baby orangutans swing and play at the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre
Explore Sarawak’s caves

6. What are the top five cultural attractions in Borneo?

Borneo has a rich culture and heritage. Here are five ways you can experience it on your Borneo holidays:

Stay in a traditional longhouse
Learn about the island’s WWII history at the Sandakan Memorial Park
Visit a floating village in Semporna
Delve into the culture and heritage of the indigenous people at Sarawak Cultural Village
Tour Kuching’s vibrant Buddhist temples

Expert Tips

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Borneo Wildlife Discoverer

Spot orangutans and proboscis monkeys
Visit Mulu National Park, home to the impressive Deer Cave bat exodus
Enjoy a river cruise in Kinabatangan
Stay at a luxury jungle lodge in Danum Valley

Borneo Family Holiday

Take a leisurely walk along the scenic canopy walkway at Poring Hot Springs.
Stay overnight among the birds and beasts of the jungle, right next to an oxbow lake, at Kinabatangan Eco Camp.
Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and, if you're lucky, watch baby orangutans learn to swing in a special enclosure.
Enjoy a special opportunity to watch protected turtle hatchlings scatter across the beach to the water under the cover of night.

Borneo – East Sabah Adventure

Gather fresh local ingredients for a cooking demonstration
Embark on a river safari
Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys and other wildlife
Visit a turtle hatchery on libaran island

Borneo Wildlife 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

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Borneo & the Malaysian Peninsula

Explore colonial Penang and Malacca
Discover the culinary and cultural diversity of Kuala Lumpur
Look for orangutans and pygmy elephants

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Visit a sun bear conservation centre
Spot orangutans and pygmy elephants while cruising down the Kinabatangan River
Taste Sabah Tea at an organic tea farm
Hike up Maragang Hill for awe-inspiring views of the highest mountain in Malaysia
Learn the secrets of Dusun cuisine in a cooking class

Classic Borneo

Visit endangered orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, a facility that provides care for orphaned and confiscated primates and other local wildlife.
One of the wildest places on earth, Borneo offers rare treats for the nature lover – see sun bears in Sepilok and proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay.
Visit the mountainous village of Kampung Kiau where you’ll meet the locals, learn about a social enterprise that empowers women and enjoy a traditional lunch of regional favourites.
Search for wildlife when you’re cruising the Kinabatangan River on a water safari and while you’re in the depths of the wilderness at your jungle lodge.
During two days on glorious Manukan Island, there's plenty of time to soak up the relaxed beach vibe and to get close to marine life on an included snorkelling trip.

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Best of Borneo

Visit bidayuh tribal village
Explore the rainforest and caves of mulu national park
Cruise the kinabatangan river in search of borneo's seven primate species

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Top Borneo Attractions

The delight in seeing baby sea turtles make their way to the ocean at Turtle Island Marine Park.
The pride in reaching the summit of Mount Kinabalu .
The feeling of awe, inspired by the architecture of the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.
The surprise of coming face-to-face with tropical fish in the waters near Sipadan Island.
The joy in catching a glimpse of the rare pygmy elephant on the shores of the Kinabatangan River.
The excitement in seeing orangutan families make their homes at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
The exhilaration of zip-lining between islands at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

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Borneo Attractions & Landmarks Guide

The world’s third largest island, Borneo harbors half of the world’s known animal and plant species in its abundant rainforests , on its mountains and along its beach-rich shorelines. Split among East Malaysia , Indonesia and the country of Brunei, Borneo is home to orangutans, tropical birds, pygmy elephants, sea turtles, and an abundance of flowering vegetation.

Mt. Kinabula , the island’s highest peak and popular with climbers, is in East Malaysia’s Sabah province.

What is Borneo famous for? (& How to see Orangutans in Borneo)

Known for its lush rainforests and rich marine biodiversity, Borneo is a hiker and swimmer’s paradise. Onshore, travelers frequently explore Kinabalu National Park, which lies at the base of the mountain for which it is named. As the highest peak in Malaysia , climbing Mt. Kinabulu is a popular desire for many tourists.

Because of its UNESCO World Heritage Site stature, the travelers who are actually able to accomplish this goal are few and fortunate, as guided tours of the peak need to be arranged months in advance. For those who cannot climb the mountain (and those who want to rest afterward), stepping into the waterways of the Poring Hot Springs is a simple way to relax while traveling.

Other travelers may be more interested in visiting Gunung Mulu National Park, where the famous Deer Cave and Garden of Eden may be explored. The “garden” is actually a valley and waterfall hidden within the cave system but is breathtaking nonetheless.

Outside the national parks, travelers can interact with orangutans in one of their last remaining sanctuaries, the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Here, the nearly 80 orangutans (some rescued, others born in the center) live with their families and researchers, who work to understand them in their natural habitat.

Their Proboscis monkey counterparts live in similar comfort at the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. These monkeys are only found in Borneo, making a visit to their home all the more necessary when traveling here. Offshore, travelers can “island-hop” between five different and unique landmasses that constitute Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

For those looking to get into the water, diving near Sipadan Island will reward travelers with up close and personal views of sea turtles, tropical fish, and other rare marine life.

Wildlife in Borneo

As a tropical island that countless species of animals and plants call home, wildlife in Borneo is sure to make an appearance during guided tours in the sea or on land. The Borneo orangutan is Asia’s only species of ape and can be found most often at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

Given the orangutan and Proboscis monkey species’ relative obscurity in the wild, travelers will be more likely to see Rhinoceros or Wreathed hornbills flying above, along with numerous other, smaller, tropical birds. Be careful not to step on a Rafflesia (corpse) flower!

Along South Pacific shorelines, travelers may spot pygmy elephants, whose small stature may be unexpected, but unforgettable nonetheless. During guided night-hikes, the critically endangered clouded leopard and bay cat may be seen watching from afar, along with the bright eyes of slow lorises or Western tarsiers in bushes.

Under the waves, travelers will encounter green or hawksbill sea turtles, eels, and countless other tropical fish whose colors rival the coral reefs they hide within.

Best way to see Borneo

Borneo’s status as an island means that travelers will have to enter the country by air unless they opt for a cruise from a nearby country or city. Unfortunately, there are few internal flights, making travel by boat or car the most viable option when traveling between tour locations in Borneo. Guided tours will have travel details aligned with the easiest times to traverse the lush rainforests that run alongside the Batang Ai and Rejang rivers.

The options for speed-boats, native long-boats or luxurious river boats vary based on the tour company, as their availability depends on the weather, and sometimes the tribal land that travelers will pass through.

Disembarking at the shores of villages or cities will provide travelers the opportunities to stay in homestays, which support local communities and provide for authentic, personalized experiences. Other travelers may speak with tour guides regarding all-terrain or regular bike rentals, which can be a leisurely way to explore the cities Kota Kinabulu, Bandar Seri Begawan, or Banjarmasin.

Outdoor travel activities in Borneo

Outdoor travel activities in Borneo are expansive. In the various national parks, bird-watching and observing the monkeys or orangutans in their sanctuaries is encouraged. Caving is a common activity at Gunung Mulu National Park, where guided tours will give travelers the opportunities to explore relatively obscure cave-systems.

For the adventurous travelers who also plan ahead, climbing Mount Kinabalu is a highly sought after activity, as only 135 hiking permits are issued per day. Speaking to tour companies about the waiting period for the summit is important before booking in order to ensure its availability. If the mountain is unavailable, these same travelers may also be interested in high-speed white water rafting down the Kiulu or Padas rivers.

Near Sipadan Island, divers will be rewarded with close encounters with various marine life as it peacefully exists in coral reefs. From the air, travelers can paraglide or zipline. Travelers can even zipline between the islands of Sapi and Gaya, a staggering distance of 250 meters (820 feet) above open water.

National Parks in Borneo

Borneo’s growing popularity in the international travel community is largely a result of increased knowledge of the famous natural landmarks which its national parks host. Beyond protecting the highest peak in Malaysia, Kinabalu National Park also boasts hot springs, exclusive orchid, wild cat, and shrew species, and tea gardens.

While it is not as high (or as exclusive) as its counterpart, travelers in Kubah National Park can hike Mount Serapi. Should hiking be too strenuous, travelers can interact with orangutans at the Matang Wildlife Centre. Rivaling Kubah National Park is Gunung Mulu National Park, famously known for its extensive cave systems and stark cliff sides.

Inside the caves, travelers will encounter various species of bats, insects, and flowers. In the surrounding rainforest, hornbills fly overhead as monkeys and orangutans hop in the trees. Fortunate travelers may also see the critically endangered pangolin.

As opposed to the other contiguous national parks of Borneo, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is unique in how it is made-up of five different islands. While diving and snorkeling are popular activities in this park, travelers can also zipline between Sapi and Gaya islands and hike the nature trails on each island.

At Turtle Islands Marine Park, travelers can observe hawksbill or green sea turtles in their natural habit and witness babies make their first journeys to the ocean.

How many days do you need in Borneo?

As the third-largest island in the world, Borneo cannot be adequately explored without at least a week to do so. Because of its size and relative lack of internal flights, it is imperative for travelers to consider the extended amount of time that will be spent on traveling when booking a guided tour.

However, a week provides travelers with the “basics” of Borneo, as summits of Mount Kinabalu and Serapi may be reached, but their surrounding hot-springs or conservatories may be postponed until next time.

In the same way, travelers may opt to spend most of their time observing orangutans and Proboscis monkeys in their natural habitats, rather than hiking or snorkeling. Depending upon traveler preferences and tour availability, it is possible for travelers to effectively explore the most popular sites of Borneo in a week.

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Borneo Family Holiday

9 days | discover borneo on a wild family adventure..

Spend some time at the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary in Borneo

Travel to Borneo on an 9-day family adventure and discover the curious wildlife and spectacular landscapes of the region. Learn how orphaned orangutans are rehabilitated back into the wild, swim among colourful fish, watch baby green turtles take wobbly steps towards the waterfront and relax on sandy beaches. Along the way you'll make friends, try some delicious cuisine and forge some incredible memories. With all of the essentials included, and plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, you and your family will fall in love with the unique animals, lush ecosystem and sandy islands of Borneo.

Trip overview

Take a leisurely walk along the scenic canopy walkway at Poring Hot Springs.
Stay overnight among the birds and beasts of the jungle, right next to an oxbow lake, at Kinabatangan Eco Camp.
Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and, if you're lucky, watch baby orangutans learn to swing in a special enclosure.
Enjoy a special opportunity to watch protected turtle hatchlings scatter across the beach to the water under the cover of night.
There's a wide range of accommodation on this trip, from hotels and guesthouses to jungle camps. Some may be a little more basic than your standard Intrepid hotel, but their unique location and close proximity to wildlife is what makes them special.
There are a few days that we cover long distances with some travelling times of 4–5 hours. A little bit of patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment of this beautiful land!
Travelling light is essential, as there is a strict 15 kg maximum luggage limit due to the internal flight. Excess luggage will incur extra fees.

Selamat datang! Welcome to Malaysia. Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah, is an intriguing city located between the Borneo jungle and the South China Sea. Having survived WWII bombings, KK (as it's commonly known) has a charm unique to the frontier town. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm at your hotel. Here you will meet your leader and fellow family travellers. Following the meeting, perhaps head out with your fellow families to the waterfront market. Here you’ll find smoky stalls serving up grilled meat and fish and heaps of local delicacies. If you arrive with significant time before the welcome meeting, you can immerse yourself in history at the Sabah State Museum or explore the islands off Kota Kinabalu which are excellent for swimming or snorkelling.

Dreamtel Hotel or similar (1 night)

There are no meals included on this day.

Kota Kinabalu - Sabah Museum entrance fee - MYR15
Kota Kinabalu - Mari Mari Cultural Village (Entrance) - MYR130

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information for each member of your family. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Head to the Poring Hot Springs to enjoy a scenic canopy walk and relaxing swim in the springs themselves, which the kids will love. The entrance to the hot pools themselves is optional as there are a few pools to choose from. Parents and older children may enjoy the hot pools while younger children will prefer the slide pool. You get to choose on the day.

Tonight you will spend the night in a reconstructed longhouse on the tea plantation. Rooms are twin/triple-share and have fans and shared bathrooms.

Sabah Tea Garden or similar (1 night)
Poring Hot Springs - Canopy Walk
Poring Hot Springs - Poring Conservation Fee

Due to maintenance the slide pool at Poring Hot Springs will be closed on Mondays

This morning we visit a Sabah Tea Factory and learn the process of tea leaves before saying goodbye to the mountain and heading into the jungle. Travel by private bus to Batu Puteh, a small village on the banks of the Kinabatangan River (approximately 5 hours). Your hosts for the night are the local community-run conservation organization KOPEL whose aim is to provide villagers with the means of making a sustainable living from the forest. KOPEL are responsible for a reforestation project in which the community are actively involved in growing seedlings and replanting back degraded forested areas. Arrive in the afternoon meet your hosts and learn a little more about KOPELs work, before jumping in a boat and heading upriver to your accommodation in the jungle (approximately 30 minutes). This afternoon, you’ll head out on a sunset cruise up the river in search of wildlife, including macaques, wild orangutan and proboscis monkeys. Be prepared for an adventure! Return to your jungle camp by an oxbow lake, freshen up for dinner and afterwards, let the cicadas sing you to sleep.

Kinabatangan Eco Camp or similar (1 night)
Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Cruise
Sabah Tea Plantation - Tea factory tour

For some departures throughout the year we will only spend 1 night in the Eco Camp and 1 night in the Village in accommodation with attached bathrooms due to availability.

You'll pack an overnight bag for the jungle camp and leave your main luggage at the KOPEL office. Stay in the jungle in a simple hut with basic facilities, including mosquito nets and cold bathing. You’ll be in deep jungle, so as not to disturb the wildlife, there is solar power electricity at the camp. A torch, insect repellent and rain jacket are essential for tonight. Boots and leech socks are available for rent for the jungle night walk.

Wake up to the sounds of the jungle ready for a busy day. After breakfast you’ll head upriver to the village where you take a walk around the village to learn more about the life of the local people. For lunch, it’s all hands-on deck as you partake in a fun traditional cooking class, eating the fruits of your labour for lunch! The afternoon is free to relax, enjoy some boardgames or keep spotting wildlife, before heading back on the boat for another trip on the river. After dinner tonight, you’ll don headtorches and head out into the jungle for a night walk in search of insects and nocturnal animals. See what happens to the jungle at night, and what creatures come out to play!

Kinabatangan - Night jungle walk
Kinabatangan - Cooking class
Kinabatangan – Cultural Performance
Kinabatangan - Tree Planting - MYR30

Say goodbye to your Eco Camp and take a drive to Sandakan. On arrival, you will notice the strong Cantonese influence, seen in the lively harborside market, the many Chinese temples and the local cuisine. Here there is free time to catch up on your essentials, like laundry and banking, as well as to explore the city. Otherwise, just spend some time relaxing by the pool!

Sabah Hotel or similar (1 night)

While wildlife viewing is a big part of many itineraries, we strive to view animals with the greatest level of respect. We ask all Intrepid travellers to avoid visiting Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary as it no longer meets our Animal Welfare Policy. Please refer to the ‘Responsible Travel’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

Today is an exciting day and a favourite with the kids – here come the orangutans! It’s a 45-minute drive by minibus to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. The centre was set up to help re-introduce these wonderful creatures back into the wild after a life of domestication or having been orphaned. From the viewing platform, you can see these charming creatures as they swing into view and eat a supplementary balanced diet of fruit, vegetables or milk, laid out for them twice a day. Human contact must be kept to a minimum and it's essential that you follow the instructions of the park, as directed by your leader, but you are free to snap plenty of photographs. You will also have the privilege of viewing a nursery where you can view young orangutans as they learn how to climb on a specially constructed jungle gym. The viewing area is behind one-way glass so as not to disturb the animals.

Heading back to Sandakan you will have the afternoon free.

Sabah Hotel or similiar (1 night)
Sepilok - Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Sepilok - Sun Bear Conservation Centre - MYR50

Leave your large bags at the hotel and transfer to a nearby jetty, then board a speedboat bound for Turtle Island. Travel past small fishing villages and bamboo fish traps, arriving at Turtle Island Marine Park after about an hour. The rest of the day is free for you to soak up the island life. Relax on the beach and take a swim or perhaps hire some snorkelling gear and investigate the underwater world. Under the cover of darkness, watch as giant green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs under the moonlight. Witness the island researchers release protected hatchlings and guide them in their frantic dash to the ocean. It's a moving experience that is bound to be rewarding for you and your family, but please be aware that this is a very delicate environment and you must follow instructions from your leader and the local rangers to ensure minimal impact on the turtles. Spend the night on this beautiful island – even though the accommodation is quite basic, this will be a memorable experience.

Chalet (1 night)
Turtle Island - Turtle Night Nesting viewing
Turtle Island - Turtle Nest Adoption Program - MYR150

The accommodation on Turtle Island is very basic. Additionally, tonight may be a late night for your children as sometimes the nesting turtles don't come to the beach until after 10 pm. You will wait together in the dining hall until your group is called by the rangers. We recommend bringing games, cards, art supplies, or other items to keep your children entertained.

Artificial light can disrupt the natural behaviour of female turtles and their young hatchlings. To avoid disturbing the turtles, we encourage you to bring red-light headlamps to witness the full experience.

November – February is monsoon season in Borneo, and the journey to Turtle Island can get rough. On rare occasions, we may need to alter your itinerary if the boat journey becomes too dangerous or is cancelled.

Today you will transfer back to the mainland. Once back in Sandakan the group will have the opportunity to visit the War Memorial before heading to the airport and for your flight back to Kota Kinabalu (approximately 1 hour). Keep in mind that the luggage allowance for this flight is only 15 kg, and any excess baggage may incur a further charge. Back at your hotel in Kota Kinabalu you will have time to relax before heading out for a last night optional dinner.

Sandakan - War Memorial

With no activities planned for today, you and your family are free to depart the accommodation at any time following check-out.

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

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Hotel (4 nights), Longhouse (1 night), Jungle Camp (2 nights) Chalet (1 night)

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Important notes.

01. Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you. 02. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old. 03. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel. 04. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 02 (Sabah Tea Garden) , Days 3 & 4 (Jungle Camp) and Day 7 (Turtle Island) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 05. For some departures throughout the year we will only spend 1 night in the Eco Camp and 1 night in the Village in accommodation with attached bathrooms due to availability. 06. Borneo is a tropical country so rain can be expected at any time. The wet period in Borneo runs from November to February. Temperatures remain fairly constant year round with averages of 27-32°C/80-89°F and relative humidity of around 80%. Consider bringing a portable small neck fan with you to keep you and your family cool. November to February is monsoon season for Selingan (Turtle Island) so if travelling during this time you should expect big waves and choppy seas. In cases of extreme weather, the trip to Selingan may be cancelled and alternative arrangements made. 07. Many hotels outside of the big cities of Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan have been built so travellers can enjoy the countryside, forest/mountain views, where people can wake up to nature sounds not cars. Many of the hotels we use are in such locations and can be quite remote. So access to restaurants are limited. 08. Borneo’s food is known for being fairly mild, with high reliance on fresh fruit and vegetables. The cuisine is a mix of Thai, Malay and Indian. Cuisine staples include grilled fish, barbecued prawns, fried rice, noodles, and local vegetables seasoned with garlic, ginger, and rich sauces. Fish and chicken based soups with noodles cooked in a hot clay pot are very traditional. 09. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Eastern Sabah before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. Further information can be found in our "Safety" section of the Essential Trip Information. You can find links to prominent government travel advisories our Travel Alerts page https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/travel-alerts

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A mecca for adventurers and nature lovers, Borneo’s landscape is flush with some of the world’s oldest rainforests. This ecological playground is divided among three countries: Brunei, Malaysia and Indonesia. Visitors to these parts will unearth a treasure trove of nature-based experiences during their travels. One moment you may be trekking through dense jungle in Kalimantan, and the next you’ll be cruising through the floating village in Bandar Seri Begawan.

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Walking among the orangutans in Sabah and Sarawak
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The treasures of Sabah and Sarawak

Sabah and Sarawak are so rich in ecological jewels that it’s not easy deciding on where to start your journey but most visitors flock to these Malaysian states to walk among the orangutans. Sabah’s Sepilok and Sarawak’s Semengoh are home to the two famous rehabilitant centres where you can see the orangutans feed and swing from vine to vine.

In Sabah, you can climb Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia , travel to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, and enjoy turtle watching at Turtle Islands National Park. Alternatively, Sarawak is brimming with national parks and its capital, Kuching, has enough temples, attractions and markets to keep you occupied for days.

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Brunei may be tiny in comparison to its island counterparts, but its gems sure pack a punch. A largely Islamic state, it’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan is graced with the sultan’s palace and a sprinkling of magnificent mosques. Bandar is also home to the floating village of Kampong Ayer.

Indonesia’s Kalimantan covers the central and southern regions of Borneo. Its riches are hidden beneath a vast and incredibly biodiverse rainforest. You can visit the floating market in Banjarmasin, and divers will love the underwater treasures of the Berau Archipelago.

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Savour sunrise atop Mount Kinabalu , the island’s highest peak. Be a guest of the Iban tribe with a night in a traditional longhouse. Trek beneath some of the world’s tallest trees, while a symphony of insects click and hum in the background. Leave a positive impact on the island by seeking out its rare leopards and proboscis monkeys responsibly. Snorkel around offshore islands and relax on a stretch of powder-soft sand.

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These tours give you a starting point for what your holiday to Borneo could entail. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.

Grand tour of Borneo

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Borneo's rivers, mountains & beaches tour

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Jungles & beaches of Malaysia & Borneo

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Orangutans & islands of Borneo

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Suggested activities for borneo.

Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Borneo.

The Orangutan Sanctuary at Sepilok

The centre rehabilitates orphaned orangutans and those that have been held in captivity. It's set amidst dense jungle and you can take a walk into the jungle to see them in their natural environment.

Mount Kinabalu Climb — 2 Days

The Park Headquarters is located at 1,550 metres and your aim on the first day is to reach Laban Rata at around 3,200 metres. You are accompanied by your guide who is assigned at the Park Headquarters.

Iban woman preparing lunch for the longhouse, Lemanak River, Sarawak

Kayaking Rainforest Adventure

This is a great experience for nature lovers and the adventurous. After a 40-minute drive from town you arrive at the mist covered hillsides around Bengoh, a delightful Bidayuh village.

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With a strong mix of Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences, Borneo’s culinary dishes are best appreciated in the street-food markets of Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Dishes range from tandoori-spiced kebabs to Chinese-inspired prawn fritters. A particular speciality is laksa, a fragrant coconut milk noodle soup.

A guided street food tour is a good way to try some of the best Borneo cuisine, or for a more in-depth look, we could arrange a cooking lesson with a local family .

For the latest travel advice for Borneo, including entry requirements, health information, and the safety and security situation, please refer to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office website .

Bahasa Malaysia, often simply referred to as Malay, is the official language of Malaysia, but English is widely spoken. Other languages you’re likely to hear are Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Iban, and other indigenous dialects.

The currency in Malaysian Borneo is the Malaysian ringgit (RM).

One of Borneo’s key experiences is wildlife spotting. You can travel by boat along the Kinabatangan River looking for proboscis monkeys and rare pygmy elephants. Or, you can head deep into one of its many national parks to search for wild orangutans. It’s also an island suited to active adventures, from jungle hikes to a two-day climb up Mount Kinabalu , a 4,095 m (13,435 ft) peak that juts up from the north of the island.

While the natural world is often the focus, there are plenty of opportunities to experience Borneo’s cultural side, too. You could stay in a longhouse as a guest of the Iban people, take a street-food tour of Kuching, or stay in a family home in Bako National Park . You can read about these experiences in more detail in our highlights guide to Borneo .

If you only choose one place to visit in Borneo, it’s hard to beat the Kinabatangan River, a forested sanctuary of oxbow lakes, rainforest, and mangroves. A cruise here will showcase the best of the island’s wildlife. This pairs well with a stay at Sandakan , a town which hosts three sanctuaries that showcase Borneo’s rich ecosystems: Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, and the Rainforest Discovery Centre.

To dive deeper into the rainforest, Mulu National Park hosts some of the world’s largest bat populations in its cathedral-like caverns. Danum Valley offers an exclusive jungle experience in comfort, while Deramakot Forest Reserve is a remote scientific research station well off the tourist trail. Our specialists can help you choose the places to go in Borneo that suit you best, but as a starter, you can read more about these destinations here .

The easiest way to see orangutans in Borneo is to visit Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where you’ll encounter rescued youngsters and adults at close quarters as they come to feed at large wooden platforms set into the forest. As part of your visit, there’s an exhibition and video that explains the orangutans’ lifestyle, and the best part — a viewing room in the nursery where you can see babies fling themselves enthusiastically around a rope playground.

However, there’s something very special about seeing an orangutan in the wild, and arguably the best way to see orangutans in Borneo is in one of the national parks, including Danum Valley, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, and Deramakot Forest Reserve.

We’ve created a sample itinerary focused around some of Borneo’s best orangutan-spotting experiences, while Borneo specialist Sophie writes in more detail about the best ways to spot orangutans in our orangutan guide .

Borneo is home to a long list of other wildlife including sun bears, multiple species of crocodile, and enough bird species to fill entire guidebooks. Some animals, including proboscis monkeys, with their bulbous noses, hornbills, and flying squirrels are relatively easy to spot.

Others, including clouded leopards, Sumatran rhinos, and Borneo bay cats, are much harder to spot, and you’ll need the help of an experienced wildlife guide to stand the best chance of a sighting. The World Land Trust estimates that there are between 1,000 and 1,600 Bornean pygmy elephants left, which you’re most likely to see by the banks of the Kinabatangan River.

The waters that surround the island are also rich in life, including green and hawksbill turtles, soft corals, and rare Borneo sharks, a shy species that rarely grow longer than 70 cm (2 ft).

While you’re exploring the wilds of Borneo, you’ll usually stay in lodges set among the trees or stilted over the river. They have their own experienced wildlife guides who’ll help you explore the surrounding area. For a more immersive cultural experience you can stay in an Iban longhouse as a guest of the local community, or in a homestay in a Malay fishing village.

To relax, there are a number of beach resorts near the town of Kota Kinabalu, or you could stay on Gaya Island , a jungle-covered island off the island’s north coast, which is home to a small selection of secluded beach escapes. Our specialists have hand-picked some of the best places to stay in Borneo on our accommodation page .

You should try to book your trip to Borneo around 6 to 12 months in advance, particularly if you're planning to visit during the busiest (and less rainy) period between June and September. The best wildlife lodges and riverside retreats book up early, especially along the Kinabatangan River and Danum Valley.

If you'd like to avoid the busy season, our specialists can suggest the best times and places to visit away from the crowds, giving you an even more intimate wildlife-spotting experience.

You can’t fly direct to Borneo from the UK, but there are regular connections to Kuching via Singapore, which takes around 15 hours.

The time zone in Borneo is GMT +8.

The best way to travel around Borneo depends where you are. To cross the vast swathes of jungle and farmland, domestic flights are ideal, especially if you’re visiting Danum Valley or Deramakot Forest Reserve . If you’re exploring the Kinabatangan River, boats are your only option. Around the towns and cities, we can arrange for a private car, although most places are small enough to explore on foot.

UK passport holders don’t need a visa to enter Borneo if you’re staying less than 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of your departure from Borneo and have at least one blank page. If you’re not a UK passport holder, you can check the visa requirements here .

Your doctor can provide you with vaccine advice for Borneo, but we recommend you’re up to date with the recommended vaccinations for your home country. You can also check the suggested vaccinations on the Travel Health Pro website .

There isn’t a risk of yellow fever in Borneo, but you’ll need to carry a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you’re arriving from any countries where there is a risk, including if you’ve transited for more than 12 hours through an airport in a country at risk of yellow fever.

Borneo in pictures

Our expert guides to travelling in Borneo

Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Borneo. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Borneo at its best.

Introducing Borneo

Southeast Asia specialist Nicki describes her highlights of Borneo, including the wildlife, rainforests and beautiful beaches.

Elephants on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo

Borneo family holidays

Borneo specialist Sophie explains why Malaysian Borneo is a great family holiday destination. She recommends engaging ways to spot wildlife, experience tribal cultures and have jungle adventures.

Walking & trekking in Borneo

Smothered in a blanket of lush rainforest leading right up to the coast, Borneo is an island best explored on foot. From a gentle afternoon walk along the lofty canopy walkways of the Danum Valley to a challenging hike down into the lost world of the Maliau Basin, the landscape offers experiences that will appeal to every level of fitness.

The top 7 experiences in Borneo

In this bitesize guide, Borneo specialist Sophie has picked out her top seven experiences on the island. Yes, she’s included orangutan spotting, but there’s a lot more to this jungle-covered island.

Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?

Although Borneo is the place to see orangutans in the wild, its political separation as part Malaysia, part Indonesia does leave you with choices for where to plan your orangutan-spotting trip. Our expert Sophie helps you decide: Indonesian or Malaysian Borneo?

Honeymoons in Borneo

Plan your perfect honeymoon to Borneo with Audley. Discover some of the best properties, places and wildlife on offer and how we can make your honeymoon in Borneo extra special.

Boat trip on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo

Kinabatangan river cruises

A Kinabatangan river cruise is a real highlight of any Audley tailor-made trip to Borneo. You will have a good opportunity of seeing some of the best wildlife in Southeast Asia.

What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide

This guide features recommendations for things to do in Borneo. It focuses on the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, which offer a lot of variety in a smaller radius than Indonesian Borneo.

Sapi (left) and Gaya (right) Island, Borneo

Luxury holidays in Borneo

Southeast Asia specialist Shannon explains how to thread luxurious experiences through a trip to Borneo. From personally guided wildlife tours to jungle lodges with spas and private plunge pools, she shares her top recommendations.

Discover more about Borneo on our blog

Canopy walkway, Danum Valley, Malaysian Borneo

Through the canopy in Borneo

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