Join us on a fascinating journey into one of the few areas in the world that still retains a genuine culture and amazingly pristine nature populated with a unique wildlife. In short, an unforgettable trip venturing into places that will captivate you with their ravishing beauty: Kuching, Batang Ai, Kota Kinabalu, Mt. Kinabalu, Sandakan and Sukau. Borneo in all its glory.
Malaysian Borneo
Malaysia, 12 Days · Classic tour
Fascinating nature in its purest state
Nature
Exotic
Departure date:Departures from April 2025 till March 2026
Departures from:Dublin, Shannon, Donegal, Cork
Travel details
City of origin - Kuala Lumpur
Departure with destination Kuala Lumpur. Night on board.
Kuala Lumpur
Arrival and transfer from the airport to the selected hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Free time. Overnight stay.
Kuala Lumpur - Kuching
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport. Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching. Arrival. Transfer to the hotel. At noon we will start the city tour. The tour includes a visit to Pek Kong Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Serawak, dating back to 1876. From there you get a good view of Fort Margarita. By car we will drive past St. Joseph's Cathedral, Syariah Court, past houses of traditional architecture built on poles and see the mosque built by the river. We will also see Astana, the former palace of the White Rajahs, which is now the official residence of the Governor of Sarawak. We will take a break in front of the colonial-style Palace of Justice, complete with a clock tower and a granite obelisk built in memory of the second White Rajah, Charles Brooke. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kuching
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. Morning departure to Bako National Park. A scenic drive will take us to the fishing village of Bako, from where we continue by boat. On arrival we will start our dive in the mangrove and jungle in search of wildlife. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards we will walk along trails to observe the surrounding wildlife, which is home to snub-nosed monkeys, lizards, bearded boars, silver langurs and more than a hundred species of birds. The jungle is also home to several species of carnivorous plants. After exploration, return to the jetty to take a boat to Bako and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kuching
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. Morning departure to Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, about 30 minutes from Kuching. This is the best place to observe orangutans in their ecosystem. This is a rehabilitation centre that helps orangutans to reintegrate into the wild after their treatment. We will be able to see the animals from a distance and then enjoy lunch at a local cafe. Return to Kuching to visit the rural village of Annah Rais, home to more than 120 Bidayuh families. On the way we will pass rice fields, cocoa and pepper plantations interspersed with lush tropical forests, rivers and mountains. Return to the hotel and accommodation. Note: the presence of the orangutans is not guaranteed as their behaviour is unpredictable.
Kuching - Kota Kinabalu
Includes
Breakfast
Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and flight to Kota Kinabalu. Arrival in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon we will head out to the night market in search of the best bargains. Witness the city's nightlife from the Signal Hill viewpoint. Afterwards, we will enjoy dinner with a cultural show. Free time at leisure before returning to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kota Kinabalu - Monte Kinabalu
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast. Departure to Kinabalu National Park, a drive of about three hours. On the way we will pass through small towns and villages. Stop at Nabalu fruit market. Afterwards we will visit Poring Hot Springs. One of the main activities there is the elevated walkway that runs through the treetops at a height of 41 metres, with a length of 157 metres from tree to tree. Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Kinabalu National Park. Here we will walk along one of the park's trails and enjoy the views of Mount Kinabalu. We will also visit the Exhibition Hall and the Mountain Garden. At the end of the visit, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Monte Kinabalu - Sandakan
Includes
Breakfast
Breakfast. Mid-morning departure to Sandakan via the ridges of the Crocker Range, through villages and palm oil plantations. The drive takes about five hours. On arrival check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.
Sandakan - Sukau
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast. Morning drive to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where we will participate in an Orangutan feeding session. Afterwards we will visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Transfer to Bilit jetty, about two hours by road, where we will take a boat to Bilit. On arrival at the lodge we will enjoy a welcome drink. Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, we will embark for a cruise on the Kinabatangan River. We will be able to observe the wildlife on the river and see animals such as Proboscis monkeys, Bornean bird species and, if we are lucky, Bornean pygmy elephants. Return to the lodge for dinner. Rest of the night at leisure. Accomodation.
Sukau
Includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Early departure to cruise down the Kinabatangan River to witness the awakening of the wildlife in the river. Return to the hotel to enjoy breakfast. Rest of the morning at leisure. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon boat trip on the river again. Return to the lodge for dinner. Rest of the evening at leisure. Accommodation.
Sukau - Sandakan - City of origin
Includes
Breakfast
Breakfast. We'll go out and explore the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sandakan. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
Return flight.
Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
Stay in selected hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
Selected meal plan in Kuala Lumpur.
Transfer from the hotel in Kuala Lumpur to the airport.
Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.
Internal flights.
Accommodation in the hotels provided or of a similar category.
Transfers according to program.
Transportation in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
Visits on a regular tour that are mentioned and that are not listed as optional.
Local English-speaking guides.
Regime according to program.
Diet: 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners.
Your trip doesn't include
Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Malaysia are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Malaysia.
- Malaysia is a Muslim country and the month of Ramadan is of major significance to its residents. During Ramadan, entertainment and alcohol will be restricted in most of the country. The sale of alcohol will be restricted in many places, although some establishments will offer alcohol for sale to tourists. During this period, local businesses may also have shorter opening hours.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Triple rooms in Asia are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- When visiting the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, the presence of the orangutans is not guaranteed as their behaviour is unpredictable.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.