- 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
10 Day Best of Borneo
Tour Code: ABN01-10
Price From
SOLO
You get your own room/cabin by paying a single supplement charge in addition to the tour price.
$3,799
(Deposit $50 per person)
Have questions? Call 1800 229 339
Overview
Spend your 10-day tour to explore the third largest island in the world, Borneo is the hidden gem of Asia and definitely worth the visit. 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.
Malaysia
Airfares
Included
100%
Refund
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 2: 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 packed lunch 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.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Day 3: Kota Kinabalu – Mount 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 aluminum ladders bolted together at 41m high offer a different view of the jungle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Day 4: Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan - Labuk Bay
Today you will check out early and take a flight to Sandakan. Arrival at Sandakan airport, we will pick you up and transfer to the hotel to leave your luggage.
After lunch, depart to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. This privately run sanctuary is located within an oil palm estate and offers a unique chance to see proboscis monkeys. These monkeys are wild but habituated and often get very close to visitors. The proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay live in a fragmented habitat surrounded by an oil palm plantation. As there is insufficient food the monkeys receive a supplementary diet. The afternoon feeding time commences at 14.30 when groups of proboscis monkeys from the nearby forest and mangroves and head to the wooden platform for a free meal. Labuk Bay offers a unique opportunity to get close to these normally shy creatures. Silver leaf monkeys and hornbills are also sometimes seen at Labuk Bay.
Late afternoon, we return to your hotel and overnight in Sandakan.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Sandakan
Day 5: Sandakan – Selingan Island.
Transfer to Jetty for Selingan Trip. Set off to Selingan Turtle Island. Spend today at your leisure to go swimming or just relax at the beautiful beach. After dinner you will have a chance to observe Green Turtles lay eggs. Overnight in Selingan Island.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Selingan Island
Day 6: Selingan Island – Sandakan – Sepilok.
After breakfast, return to Sandakan. Stroll through a town market selling local fishes, assorted snacks and seasonal tropical fruits. Visit Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple located on the top of the hill, St.Michael’s and All Angels Church, then visit Agnes Keith House. Continue Sim Sim Floating Village and Sandakan War Memorial Park. Lunch then head to Rainforest Discovery Centre. Drop-off at hotel in Sepilok area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Sepilok Nature Resort
Day 7: Sepilok – Borneo Nature Lodge
After breakfast, transfer to Sepilok Orang Rehabilitation Centre and afterwards, to the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Later, embark to Sandakan and check in the fascinating Borneo Nature Lodge nested on banks of Borneo’s Kinabatangan River. In the evening, you will hop on a short River Safari Cruise Tenegang River
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Nature Lodge
What's included
- International flights from/to Australia.
- Domestic flights as the itinerary
- Accommodation and breakfast in the category chosen or similar (subject to availability)
- Meals as mentioned in the program
- All local boat rentals as mentioned in the program
- Water bottles during tours
- All land Transportations based on Private basis except the boat ride in Sukau on SIC basis.
- All entrance and sightseeing fees as mentioned in the program
- Local English speaking guides in Malaysia
- Meals and drinks are not mentioned in the program
- Visa fees on arrival in Malaysia
- Tipping for driver and tour guide (suggestion: 10AUD/pp/day)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance (we strongly recommend you hold a valid travel insurance policy for all domestic and overseas travel)
- Trip delay or interruption by airline schedule change
- Extra cost or missing tour caused by flight delay or cancel
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
- Malaysia Tourism Tax: MYR 10.00 per room per night for each destination will be collected directly by hotels
*Actual accommodation may vary due to availability. However, equivalent quality is guaranteed.
Dates & Prices
indicates Lowest Price
Departure
Arrival
Price
Note
Tuesday
23 May 2023
Thursday
01 Jun 2023
$3,799
Tuesday
20 Jun 2023
Thursday
29 Jun 2023
$3,899
Tuesday
11 Jul 2023
Thursday
20 Jul 2023
$4,299
Tuesday
25 Jul 2023
Thursday
03 Aug 2023
$3,899
Tuesday
15 Aug 2023
Thursday
24 Aug 2023
$3,799
Saturday
16 Sep 2023
Monday
25 Sep 2023
$3,999
Tuesday
10 Oct 2023
Thursday
19 Oct 2023
$3,999
Tuesday
14 Nov 2023
Thursday
23 Nov 2023
$3,999
Fine Print
Deposit & Payment
First Payment
$50
To secure your seat
Second Payment
$2299
Pay within 30 days
Final Payment
120 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
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. Please be advised that tipping for tour guides, drivers and bellmen are required and will be collected by your travel consultant 7 days before you depart. A gratuity of 10AUD per person/day can make a big difference to locals employed in the tourism industry as they have done an impeccable job to serve you through your holiday.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $680 per person in addition to the twin share price.
Paired Solo Traveler
Not available.
Group size: 4-20 pax
Triple Share
Upon your request except for cruises
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
We have partnered with CHI Travel Insurance to offer you competitive rates for your travel insurance. You can book comprehensive or budget cover simply to arrange your policy.
Visa & Passport information
It is the traveler’s responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return and must have more than 2 blank pages.
For Malaysia, Australian passport holders can get a 90-day tourism visa on arrival.
Please note that these details are subject to change without notice. We recommend visiting https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/malaysia for up to date information in terms of entry requirements.
Tour Documentation
Final documentation, including e-tickets and hotel details, will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Children
Children must be 2 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.
Tour Length
The total length of the tour in days includes time spent in flight and is subject to change depending on the flight schedule, please refer to the day by day itinerary for the time spent on land.
SPECIAL REMARK:
Compulsory Taxes – collected and pay directly to hotel
Malaysia Tourism Tax: MYR 10.00 per room per night for each staying hotel/ destination
Flight Information
- Airline: Malaysia Airlines or similar (23kg for checked baggage per passenger and 7kg hand luggage per passenger)
- Some flights will require a minimum of 1 transit (maximum 2).
- Once ticketed, flights are non-refundable. Any changes will be subject to the airline rules and change fees.
- Full names as per passport (including all middle names) are required.
- Any airline schedule changes or cancellations are beyond our control.
- Any airline ‘extras’ such as pre-allocated seating is at your own arrangement (additional charges apply)
