Fly overnight from London to Kuching, via Kuala Lumpur.
Wild Borneo
Malaysia
12 nights 10 Departures Available
View All Dates & BookEnchanting and exciting, Malaysian Borneo is a montage of mountain ranges, misted rivers, and mystical rainforests, with birdlife, bat colonies, pygmy elephants, sun bears, and orangutans
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Overview
Exploring the equatorial island of Borneo, and focused on its fabulous flora and fauna, this tour takes you to some of the largest, longest, and wildest caves in the world; introduces you to tribal traditions in ‘living museum’ villages; includes wildlife spotting from river boats; watches the mesmerising exodus of millions of bats from their cavern’s mouth; and visits the sanctuaries nurturing endearing Sun Bears, and orangutans, the ‘men of the forest’, sharing 97% of their DNA with humans; rescued from starvation or cruel captivity, their habitats destroyed by deforestation for palm oil production. Begin in the Sarawak city of Kuching, with riverfront parks and dragon-clad temples. Discover Sabah with untamed topography of Sandakan, home to herds of pygmy elephants and many monkey species. Kuala Lumpur marks journey’s end with Malay mosques, Chinese temples, and soaring towers.
Highlights
- Sepilok & Semengoh Rehab Centres
- UNESCO Site: Mulu
- Kinabatangan River area
- Sarawak Cultural Village
- Klias Wetlands
- Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Itinerary
Day 1 - Fly indirect to Kuching
Day 2 - Transfer to your accommodation
On arrival, transfer to the 3-star Hotel Meritin for a two night stay.
Day 3 - Enjoy a visit to the Semengoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Visit the Semengoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Continue to Sarawak Cultural Village for demonstrations of traditional arts and crafts and daily activities of local communities.
(B, D)
Day 4 - Fly to Mulu for a rainforest walk
Fly to Mulu (via Miri) in Northern Sarawak. Two nights at the 5-star Mulu Marriott. Plank walk in the rainforest to Lang’s Cave, the world's largest cave passage. At Deer Cave witness the sunset exodus of thousands of bats (weather permitting).
(B, D)
Day 5 - Enjoy an excursion to Wind Cave and a canopy skywalk
Travel by longboat to Wind Cave. Explore the ‘King’s Room’, continue to Clearwater Cave. In the afternoon walk in the lush tree tops on the Mulu Canopy Skywalk, one of the longest tree based canopy walks in the world.
(B, L, D)
Day 6 - Fly to Kota Kinabalu and visit a local village
Morning at leisure. Fly to Kota Kinabalu for two nights at the 4-star Le Meridien Hotel. Enjoy a Mari Mari cultural village tour to learn more about the different ethnic groups in Sabah.
(B, D)
Day 7 - Relax before an afternoon tour and cruise
Morning at leisure. Afternoon panoramic tour of Kota Kinabalu, followed by a cruise through the mangrove forests of the Klias River in search of wildlife.
(B, D)
Day 8 - Fly to Sandakan for animal centre visits and a boat journey
Early morning flight to Sandakan. Visit Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Boat journey on the Kinabatangan River with many wildlife spotting opportunities including three kinds of leaf monkey and herds of pygmy elephant. Two nights at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge in Sukau.
(B, L, D)
Day 9 - Enjoy a boat trip on the Oxbow Lake
Boat trip on the Oxbow Lake in search of the elusive Proboscis monkey, macaques, maroon langur and Bornean gibbon. Afternoon cruise to spot more wildlife.
(B, L, D)
Day 10 - Transfer to Sandakan for a city tour
Return to Sandakan by road viewing the local wildlife en route. Sandakan city tour. Overnight at the 3-star My Nature Resort located in the rainforest of Sepilok, excellent for bird spotting.
(B, L, D)
Day 11 - Fly to Kuala Lumpur
Fly to Kuala Lumpur for overnight at the 4-star Melia Hotel.
(B)
Day 12 - Explore Kuala Lumpur before your flight home
Guided tour of Kuala Lumpur including the National Mosque, War Memorial and striking Thean Hou Temple. Return flight in the late evening (late check out is included at the hotel).
(B)
Day 13 - Arrive home
Arrive London in the early morning.
Notes:
Humidity is high throughout the year.
A good level of agility and walking ability is needed for some visits and to embark small boats.
Day 5 the Wind Cave visit includes many steps.
Boat trips on occasion may be shared to contribute to sustainable tourism in the area.
The order of sightseeing and timing of flights may vary in accordance with local conditions.
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Accommodation
Here is a list of the accommodation you can stay in for this tour. Occasionally we use alternative hotels, or have a choice of hotels to choose from which will be detailed when booking.
Hotel Meritin - Kuching
A 3-star hotel in the centre of Kuching, within easy reach of the waterfront and with a restaurant, garden and WiFi (free). 67 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.
Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa - Mulu
A 5-star hotel located in lush tropical rainforest, just 5 minutes from Gunung Mulu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Restaurant, bar, outdoor pool and 101 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, and satellite TV.
Le Meridien - Kota Kinabalu
A pleasant and centrally located 4-star hotel with restaurants, bars and WiFi (free). 306 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.
Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge - Sukau
A pleasant and simple lodge located on the banks of the Kinabatangan River, a perfect location for wildlife spotting. Restaurant and 39 rooms with ceiling fan.
My Nature Resort - Sepilok
A 3-star resort hotel located in peaceful rainforest surroundings in the Sepilok area with pool, restaurant and a viewing boardwalk and platform. 24 air-conditioned rooms with fan and TV.
Melia Hotel - Kuala Lumpur
A 4-star hotel Located within Kuala Lumpur’s prime attractions, the hotel offers restaurants, bar, gym, outdoor pool. Air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.
Optional Extras
Customize your tour by adding optional excursions or extend your journey with our curated add-on extensions.
Extension Options
Spend three nights on the idyllic island of Langkawi at the Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Hotel. Includes flights, transfers and a mangrove river cruise with lunch. Note: An accommodation tax is payable locally, approx. 15 Malaysian Ringgit per room.
Stay Extra Nights...
Add extra nights to your tour at the starting or ending hotel.
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Dates & Prices
The below departures are available - please click into the booking process for a quote and to book.
London Heathrow Airport from £ 4095
| Date | Two sharing | Solo traveller | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Feb 25 (12 nights ) | £4145pp | £4790pp | Enquire | |
| 14 May 25 (12 nights ) | £4175pp | £4820pp | Enquire | |
| 10 Sep 25 (12 nights ) | £4145pp | £4790pp | Enquire | |
| 15 Oct 25 (12 nights ) | Solo Group Departure | £4295pp | £4295pp | Enquire |
| 25 Feb 26 (12 nights ) | £4095pp | £4740pp | Enquire | |
| 08 Apr 26 (12 nights ) | £4095pp | £4740pp | Enquire | |
| 17 Jun 26 (12 nights ) | £4145pp | £4790pp | Enquire | |
| 09 Sep 26 (12 nights ) | £4145pp | £4790pp | Enquire | |
| 23 Sep 26 (12 nights ) | £4195pp | £4840pp | Enquire | |
| 14 Oct 26 (12 nights ) | Solo Group Departure | £4295pp | £4295pp | Enquire |
Private Groups Available
- Privately guided options available, £1495 per person (based on 2 people)
- On request, please call
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes (excluding Malaysian departure tax, approx. £4), transfers, 10 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 8 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
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Extension Options
The following extensions are available to book with this tour. Please click through to the booking process to check your preferred departure date and to make a reservation.
Langkawi Extension
Spend three nights on the idyllic island of Langkawi at the Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Hotel. Includes flights, transfers and a mangrove river cruise with lunch.
Note: An accommodation tax is payable locally, approx. 15 Malaysian Ringgit per room.
Malaysia
3 nights
Price
- £595
Single Supplement
- £255
Itinerary
Day 1 - Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi
Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi and transfer to the 4-star Berjaya Langkawi Resort Hotel for three nights.
(B)
Day 2 - Enjoy a river cruise
Morning mangrove river cruise including the Kilim Nature Park, Bat cave and lunch.
(B, L)
Day 3 - Spend the day at leisure
At leisure.
(B)
Day 4 - Travel to the airport for your return flight to the UK
Transfer to Langkawi airport for the return flight via Kuala Lumpur to London. (B)
Stay Extra Nights...
Extra nights are priced per person, per night.
Please contact us to check availability and book alongside your tour.
Stay in Kuala Lumpur before you start your tour or before flying back to the UK
Extra nights are on request, please call to discuss your requirements
Melia Hotel (per night) £42 (2025 £43)
Single supplement £40 (2025 £42)
Departure transfer add £12 (2025 £10)