Best of Borneo
An island of unchartered jungles and tribal culture, a Borneo holiday exudes adventure! Discover ‘headhunter’ heritage, see a wealth of wildlife, delve deep into nature and meet the beautiful orangutans of Sabah and Sarawak on this incredible itinerary.
- 06 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
from $8,680 pp twin share * - 18 Jul 2026 – 01 Aug 2026
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 15 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
from $9,280 pp twin share * - 05 Sep 2026 – 19 Sep 2026
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 12 Sep 2026 – 26 Sep 2026
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 27 Mar 2027 – 10 Apr 2027
from $9,280 pp twin share * - 10 Apr 2027 – 24 Apr 2027
from $9,280 pp twin share * - 01 May 2027 – 15 May 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 05 Jun 2027 – 19 Jun 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 17 Jul 2027 – 31 Jul 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 14 Aug 2027 – 28 Aug 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 04 Sep 2027 – 18 Sep 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share * - 11 Sep 2027 – 25 Sep 2027
from $9,580 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- DAYS 1-2 – Fly to Kuching:
Fly overnight to the relaxed and charismatic city of Kuching. - DAY 3 – Explore Kuching:
Spend the day enjoying the diverse culture of Sarawak with a walking tour, starting at the Chinese History Museum on Kuching’s waterfront. Stroll past the traditional Chinese shop houses of Ewe Hai Street and pay a visit to a ‘sinseh’, a Chinese medicine man. Next you’ll be introduced to Sarawa’s delicious food, with a tasting at a local coffee shop. Continue to the Sarawak Museum, before a sampan ride across Kuching’s river to visit a Malay village. - DAY 4 – Bako National Park:
Travel out to Bako before boarding a boat to reach the national park. Explore the park on foot with a guide – one of Borneo’s most bio-diverse areas, the diversity of flora and fauna here is incredible and easily accessible. Following trails along streams, past caves and across plateaus, keeping an eye out for wild boar, macaques, monitor lizards and, if you’re lucky, a proboscis monkey. Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant. - DAY 5 – Semenggoh Nature Reserve:
This morning you have the opportunity to meet Borneo’s most famous native; the orangutan! Semenggoh is a centre dedicated to the rehabilitation of rescued or orphaned young orangutans – here, they are taught how to survive in the wild. Visit the orangutan release area, where they live freely, in search of these beautiful but elusive creatures. After lunch, drive for approximately 4 hours to Sri Aman, where you will be checked into your hotel on arrival. - DAY 6 – Iban Longhouse:
Today you will discover more about Borneo’s native Iban people, renowned for their former practice of headhunting. After breakfast, drive approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to the jetty, where you will board a traditional Iban longboat for a 45-minute river journey to a tribal longhouse. On arrival, enjoy a tour of the longhouse, meeting the tribe’s families. Witness a performance of a traditional dance, in full regalia, and lunch on Iban cuisine. - DAY 7 – Return to Kuching:
Journey back to Kuching, stopping en route for lunch at a local café. - DAY 8 – Fly to Kota Kinabalu:
Transfer to the airport and fly over to Malaysian Borneo’s other state, Sabah, and the vibrant city of Kota Kinabalu. On arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure. - DAY 9 – Explore Kota Kinabalu:
Begin your explorations at the Sabah State Museum where you can learn about the state’s diverse cultural and natural heritage, before exploring some of the city’s beautiful architecture, including the Blue Mosque and Chinese Temple. Browse the piles of wares at the handicraft market and spice bazaar, before strolling through the oldest part of the city. Lunch will be at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure. Tonight, dine on traditional Malay cuisine. - DAY 10 – Kinabalu Park:
Head out of the city to the foot of Mt Kinabalu, Borneo’s highest mountain, where you will spend the day exploring Kinabalu Park, Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Embark on a guided walk along one of the many forest trails to discover some of the unique flora and fauna that calls the area home. - DAY 11 – Fly to Sandakan:
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Sandakan. Visit the Sandakan Memorial Park, which commemorates the suffering of British and Australian POWs held here during the WWII Japanese occupation. Continue into Sandakan itself, passing the William Pryer and Sandakan Liberation Monuments before a relaxing lunch at English Tea House. Later stop by the Agnes Keith Museum to learn about colonial life here during the pre-WWII British Administration. Head inland and check in to your hotel in Sepilok – an eco resort at the edge of the rainforest. - DAY 12 – Sepilok Orangutan Centre:
Sepilok offers another chance to see orangutans in their natural habitat – like Semenggoh, this is a centre for the rehabilitation of former captive and orphaned orangutans. Around 60 to 80 orangutans live free within the centre’s forest and there may be young orangutans to visit in the nursery. Head across the road to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre to visit the world’s smallest bear and learn about the conservation efforts to protect them. Journey to Bilit and enjoy lunch at your lodge. Later, board a cruise along the Kinabatangan River to spot some of the abundant wildlife. - DAY 13 – Kinabatangan river:
Embark on an early morning cruise to the Oxbow Lake, where you can spot wildlife and soak up the peaceful ambience. Returning to the lodge, the rest of the day is at leisure until the late afternoon, when you’ll head out for another cruise, searching for wildlife once more. You could spot anything from horn-bills to pygmy elephants! - DAY 14 – Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu:
Return to Sandakan for lunch at a local restaurant before transferring to the airport to fly back to Kota Kinabalu. This evening, dine on local flavours and enjoy a cultural dance performance. - DAYS 15-16 – Fly Kota Kinabalu to Australia:
Fly to Australia, arriving home the following day.
Highlights
- Stroll through charming Kuching and immerse yourself in nature.
- Visit an Iban longhouse and stand in the shadow of Mount Kinabalu.
- Witness the rehabilitation of rescued orangutans at Sepilok.
An island of unchartered jungles and tribal culture, a Borneo holiday exudes adventure! Discover ‘headhunter’ heritage, see a wealth of wildlife, delve deep into nature and meet the beautiful orangutans of Sabah and Sarawak on this incredible itinerary.
Inclusions
- Stroll through charming Kuching.
- Explore Bako National Park.
- Immerse yourself in nature.
- Visit an Iban longhouse.
- Stand in Mount Kinabalu’s shadow.
- Visit Sepilok’s Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
FAQs
- The Waterfront Hotel, Kuching
- Horizon Hotel
- Sepilok Nature Resort
- Abai Jungle Lodge
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 16 days and 13 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 06 Jun 2026 and 25 Sep 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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