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    Exceptional Wildlife

    Spot endangered orangutan, elephants, monkey and rhino

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    Gorgeous Landscape

    Explore thick rainforest, beaches and mountain ranges

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    Brilliant Diving

    Swim with turtles and whale sharks in crystal clear water

    Rare animals, ancient rainforests, exotic islands and world-class diving

    Borneo is one of the most captivating destinations in Southeast Asia.

    A compound of untouched rainforest, beaches and mountain ranges, Borneo is an off-the-beaten-track adventure. The island is home to many incredible but endangered species like the orangutan, pygmy elephant, Malayan sunbear, proboscis monkey and Borneo rhino.

    We’ve handpicked discreet, conscientious safaris and guided expeditions through the Kinabatangan Rainforest and Danum Valley to give you the best opportunities for observing animals.

    For the perfect add-on to your jungle expedition, you can hop over to Borneo’s collection of idyllic, palm-fringed islands, such as Lankayan or Mataking, where the wildlife experience continues with a wealth of aquatic life, such as sea turtles and whale sharks.

    Of course, there’s plenty of cultural trips to be done, too: we can take you to the markets of Kinabulu and remote jungle water villages, or we can arrange an exploration of rural Sabah by bicycle.

    Highlights

    Climb Borneo’s tallest mountain, Mount Kinabalu, at sunrise

    Explore the Danum Valley and spot seemingly endless wildlife

    Swim with turtles at Sabah’s Sipidan Island

    Unveil the mystery of the Sarawak caves

    Borneo is as close to paradise as you'll find and the sheer vibrancy of the island is outstanding. One day you could be walking through thick forest, the next diving alongside turtles, relaxing on pristine beaches or scaling a mountain.

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    Charlie Morris

    Travel Designer

    Luxury accommodation in Borneo

    There are many incredible places to stay in Borneo. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Why book with Jacada?

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    Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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    Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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    Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

    Ready to plan your adventure?

    Whatever you want from your luxury Borneo tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Where to go

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    Batang Ai National Park

    Sitting close to the border of Indonesia, the national park of Batang Ai is tucked deep into the Borneo jungle. The area was flooded in the 1980s to create a reservoir, and you can still see treetops sticking out of the water.

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    Danum Valley

    This primary lowland forest is a sparkling, undisturbed representative of Borneo‘s prolific and unique flora and fauna has been recognised worldwide for its outstanding biodiversity.

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    Kota Kinabalu

    A clean and bustling city with a pretty waterfront from which to enjoy the sunset, Kota Kinabalu has much to offer visitors, although most use the city simply as an entry point to Borneo, spending their time exploring the surrounding countryside instead.

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    Kuching

    Borneo’s prettiest and most historic city, Kuching is the ideal place to start an island adventure with plenty to explore within the city and in the surrounding countryside.

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    Sandakan

    Sandakan is best known as being home to the Sepilok Nature Rehabilitation Centre, where they care for rescued or orphaned Orang-utans as well as Sun Bears, Gibbons, Sumatran Rhinos and Elephants in need of treatment.

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    When to visit

    The best time to visit beautiful Borneo is when the warm weather arrives in March through to October and the island is hot and dry. It’s perfect for climbing Mt Kinabalu, searching for whale sharks, turtles and seeing endangered orangutans in the wild.

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    Hiking and Trekking

    April - August

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    Wildlife Spotting

    May - August

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    Diving and Snorkeling

    April - September

    When is the Best Time to Visit Borneo?

    When is the Best Time to Visit Borneo?

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    Plan your trip to Borneo

    Whatever you want from your adventure in Borneo, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Plan with peace of mind

    When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

    If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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