- Trek through the jungle trail and swim on Gaya Island, the biggest island of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.
- Soak in the rejuvenating hot sulphur public pools in Kipunghit Waterfall
- Visit some of the most eminent centres including Sepilok Orang Rehabilitation Centre, Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Rainforest Discovery Centre
- View unique birds and wildlife along the Kinabatangan River, the Sabah’s longest river
- Enjoy a romantic candle light dinner overlooking the riverbank
11 Day Best of Borneo
Tour Code: ABN01-11
Price From
SOLO
You get your own room/cabin by paying a single supplement charge in addition to the tour price.
$2,899
Overview
Despite being the third largest island in the world, Borneo is the hidden gem of Asia and definitely worth the visit. Here, you will find an abundance of rich jungle and untouched waterfalls, neighbouring islands, and unique city landscape with gold decorated buildings including the Kota Kinabalu Mosque.
Journey to Selingan Turtle island where you can observe the incredible breeding ground for the endangered Hawksbill and Green turtles by boat – truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. You will forget about the modern world as you immerse yourself in Borneo’s biodiverse treasure-house of jungle and marine life.
<!–Spend your 11-day vacation to explore the third largest island in the world. Start your trip with a modern port Kota Kinabalu city tour then relax on the pristine Gaya Island. Take a bird view from the Capony Walk, explore the various species of flora in the Rainforest Discovery Centre and hop on a cruise trip to Oxbow Lake to explore the Borneo’s diverse wildlife.
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Highlights
Itinerary
Day 03: Kota Kinabalu – Gaya Island – Kota Kinabalu
After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel then take a 30-minute speed boat to Gaya Island, a Borneo’s biodiverse treasure-house of jungle and marine life. On arrival, start your adventure on a jungle trail and explore the unique tropical plants. Enjoy lunch (picnic box) by the beach then spend the afternoon at your leisure to go swimming, snorkel or just relax at the beautiful beach before returning to Kota Kinabalu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Day 04: Kota Kinabalu – Mt Kinabalu – Kota Kinabalu
Take a 2-hour drive to the foothills of Mt.Kinabalu in the UNESCO World Heritage Kinabalu Park, one of the world’s most important biological sites with more than 4,500 species of flora and fauna. Stop en route by Pekan Nabalu Market to enjoy the various seasonal tropical fruits. On arrival at the foothills, get ready to stand astounded by the astounding view of Mt.Kinabalu, the highest mountain in the Malay archipelago (4,095m). Later, head to Kinabalu Natural History Gallery and Mountain Garden. If weather permits, go on a guided tour to explore the verdant forest laced with cool montane air. Continue to Poring Treetop Canopy Walk where suspension bridges constructed with ropes, steel cables and a series of aluminium ladders bolted together at 41m high offer a different view of the jungle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Day 05: Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan – Selingan Island
This morning, you will take a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan then set off to Selingan Turtle Island, a nesting beach and breeding ground for the endangered Green and Hawksbill Turtles by boat. Spend today at your leisure to go swimming, snorkel or just relax at the beautiful beach. After dinner, you will have a chance to observe Green Turtles lay eggs then the rangers will transplant the eggs to the hatchery and release the baby turtles on their first journey into the sea.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel on Selingan Island
Day 06: Selingan Island – Sandakan - Sepilok
This morning, you will return to Sandakan by boat. Stroll through a town market selling local fishes, assorted snacks and seasonal tropical fruits. Afterwards, visit Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple located on the top of the hill, offering a panoramic view of Sandakan Bay. Later, you will learn the history of the oldest buildings in Sandakan at St.Michael’s and All Angels Church, then visit the famous American author’s Agnes Keith House to discover the place adorned with reproduced colonial furniture and many other significant objects. Continue a journey to Sim Sim Floating Village and Sandakan War Memorial Park built to commemorate those who sacrificed their lives during World War II. Have lunch then head to Rainforest Discovery Centre where you can immerse yourself in a botanical wonderland.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sepilok
Day 07: Sepilok – Sukau
After breakfast, get transferred to Sepilok Orang Rehabilitation Centre to witness how orphaned Orangutans are cared and rehabilitated. Afterwards, visit the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre where you can see the world’s smallest bear. Later, embark to Sandakan and check in the fascinating Sukau Rainforest Lodge nested on banks of Borneo’s Kinabatangan River. In the evening, you will hop on a short River Safari Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Sukau
Day 08: Sukau – Kanabantangan River – Sukau
In the morning, take a Safari River Cruise on Kinabatangan River to Oxbow Lake to explore the Borneo’s diverse wildlife. Continue to Hornbill Boardwalk for an educational tour. In the afternoon, join an Orangutan Talk Activity before continuing your cruise trip to discover the wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Sukau
What's included
- International & regional domestic flight
- Accommodation and meals as in the chosen category or similar (subject to availability).
- All local boat rentals and cycling as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled water during tours
- Transportation by air-conditioning vehicles
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Local English speaking tour guide
- Meals, Drinks and any Service not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Visa fee to Malaysia (If you need assistance with your Visa, please request it upon filling in Booking Form).
- Tipping for driver and tour guide (not mandatory) & personal expenses.
- Travel Insurance
- Trip delay or interruption by airline schedule change.
- Extra cost or missing tour caused by flight delay or cancel.
*Actual accommodation may vary due to availability. However, equivalent quality is guaranteed.
Dates & Prices
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Fine Print
Deposit & Payment
First Payment
$199
To secure your seat
Second Payment
Pay within 30 days
Final Payment
90 days
Prior the departure date
Booking Process
Step 1
Select tour packages as preferred
Step 2
Complete the Booking Form
Step 3
We will contact you within 12 hours
Another option: Feel free to request your tailor-made tour
How to Extend Your Stay
Arriving early/Extending your trip: AUD200 per person for trip extension or early arrivals. If you wish to extend your trip, please note in your Booking Form then we will provide quotations for you. The fee above is just administrative only, no service included.
Important Information
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing the Travel Insurance package as soon as you pay the deposit for a piece of mind. Please refer to Travel Insurance for further information.
Tipping: Tipping is not mandatory. However, it’s appreciation and expectation. We suggest 5$/pax/day tipping.
Flight Information
Airline
- Airline: Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways (30kg for checked baggage per passenger and 7kg of hand baggage per passenger).
- Customers must send us the electrical copy of passport by scanning or taking the first page of your passport. By this way, we could secure the accuracy of your personal information to make proper reservation for you.
- The airfare is non-refundable at all times.
Flights
- Flight itineraries will be provided only 30 days prior to departure. If you book our tour packages within 30 days, your flight itinerary will be provided within 7 days.
- Airline schedule may change or cancel before the itinerary and it is beyond our control. We will try utmost to assist our customers, however, the customers are also responsible for reviewing your flight schedule prior to the departure. Moreover, you can contact your Travel Insurance provider to check whether you are covered by your policy.
