Wildlife Wonders and Islands of Borneo





A beautifully diverse and expert trip to experience the rich wildlife, nature and culture of Borneo
Personalised journeys from start to finish
Save an acre of rainforest each time you travel
Every detail taken care of
What's Included
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Completely private tour of Kinabatangan
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Full day Sun Bear and Orangutan Excursion
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Private tour options in Sepilok Nature Resort, Lankayan Island, Gayana Eco Resort and Kota Kinabalu
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Luxury accommodation throughout
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Meet and greet airport service
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Full support from your Travel Concierge before, during and after your trip
At a glance
A handcrafted itinerary by our expert Malaysia travel designers to bring you a varied, immersive and comprehensive trip of Borneo’s best wildlife, natural and cultural experiences with a relaxing tropical island finale.
Beginning with a night in Sandakan to visit the renowned Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre to see some of Borneo’s rescued creatures up close. Then you’ll spend three days on the exotic Lankayan Island and resort for fantastic diving, underwater life and unwinding in these exotic, secluded surrounds. Next delve deep into the Kinabatangan river and wilderness for spotting Borneo’s best fauna and endangered species (Orang-Utans, Sun bears, pygmy elephants) in the wild with expert daily safari expeditions. Your final destination is the spoiling and stunning Gayana island eco-resort and hideaway for three nights and the choice of jungle trekking, cultural excursions, diving or simply kicking back.
Example Trip Itinerary
Sandakan
Flight
Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sandakan
Transfer
Private transfer to Sepilok Nature Resort


Check in to your comfortable guestroom at Sepilok Nature Resort.


Today you will come face to face with the incredible endangered animals of this area. The eight hour long excursion will include sights of man's closest relative, the Orangutan, and the Sun Bear.
Transfer
Transfer from Sepilok Nature Resort to Jetty and Speedboat to Lankayan Island


Check in to your guestroom at the idyllic Lankayan Island Resort.


Spend your time on Lankayan Island digging your toes into the hot white sand and cooling off the crystal clear Sulu Sea.
Transfer
Shared speedboat transfer to Kinabatangan

Check in to your comfortable guestroom at the scenic Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.


Cruise into the Mangrove Forest and Sakau Village, where you can look out for proboscis monkey, orang-utan, gibbons, pygmy elephant and hornbills.
Transfer
Transfer from Sim Sim Jetty to the Airport
Kota Kinabalu
Flight
Flight from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu
Transfer
Private transfer to Jessleton Point Jetty


Check in to your sumptuous villa at the impressive Gayana Eco Resort.


Spend your time at the luxurious Gayana Eco Resort relaxing on the beach and taking advantage of the lovely onsite spa, or getting active snorkelling and scuba diving in the azure waters. Other exciting activities you can get involved with include jungle trekking and playing marine biologist for the day at the Marine Ecology Research Centre.
Transfer
Private speedboat transfer to Kota Kinabalu


A full day exploring Borneo’s culture and heritage. You will visit a vibrant, bustling market at Penampang, temples and churches before cruising down a river to visit the Monosopiad cultural village where you will learn about the Borneo history of headhunting.
Transfer
Private speedboat transfer to Gaya Island
Transfer
Private speedboat transfer to Kota Kinabalu
Transfer
Private Transfer to Kota Kinabalu Airport
Flight
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur
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Wildlife Wonders and Islands of Borneo
How We Work
We create fully personalised trips from start to finish, working with you to pick locations, accommodation and guides that suit you.
Each time you travel with us, you preserve an acre of precious rainforest through our partnerships.
From in-depth private tours to restaurant reservations, we take care of every detail so you can make the most of your journey.