Famed for its incredible natural bounty, Borneo accounts for just 1% of the world's land yet holds approximately 6% of global biodiversity in its rich tropical rainforests. Shrouded in mystery, the island is famous for towering peaks, impenetrable jungle and incredible natural beauty. We explore an array of ecosystems including the jungle sanctuaries of Sepilok and Semeggoh, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, limestone caves in Gunung Mulu National Park, Selingan Turtle Island, and virgin rain forests in the Danum Valley. In these varied places, we will search for endangered orangutans, rare pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards, and numerous tropical birds. Borneo has a colourful history from the 'White Rajah' of Sarawak to the WWII history in Sandakan; a vibrant mix of Malay, Chinese and indigenous cultures, excellent infrastructure and delicious food. Join us on this tropical adventure in search of Borneo's abundant wildlife and more than 300 bird species. This is an extensive tour of the best of Sarawak and Sabah.

Trip highlights

Orangutan Rehabilitation Centres

Observe orangutans as they live and move freely in their natural rain forest habitat at two different orangutan rehabilitation centres, Semenggoh and Sepilok

Gunung Mulu National Park Caves

Explore the spectacular bat caves and limestone rock formations of Gunung Mulu National Park, including Wind Cave, Clearwater Cave, Lang Cave and Deer Cave - the longest cave passage in the world at 2,161 metres

Selingan Turtle Island

Spend a night on Selingan Turtle Island, a protected habitat for endangered green sea turtles. Here we expect to see turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs then watch as tiny hatchlings scurry back to the sea

Penan Settlement Visit

Travel to a Penan settlement where the traditionally nomadic inhabitants of the village are one of the world's most endangered indigenous ethnic groups. Wander through the longhouse and purchase local handicrafts direct from the community

Kinabatangan River Wildlife

Spend two nights on the Kinabatangan River, home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Southeast Asia. Search for proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, hornbills, gibbons, and numerous bird species

Danum Valley Rainforest

Experience the Danum Valley, a spectacular tract of ancient 130 million-year-old virgin rain forest, where you will be surrounded by an astounding array of flora and fauna. Walk the canopy walkway and visit the 200-year-old Kadazandusun Burial Site

Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Visit Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, one of the best places to encounter Borneo's endemic Proboscis monkey with their distinctive big dangling noses and reddish flat-top hairstyles

Bat Exodus at Deer Cave

Witness an amazing spectacle of nature at dusk as thousands of free-tailed bats emerge from Deer Cave in formation to forage for insects in the rainforest

Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre

Visit the Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre at Sepilok, adjacent to the orangutan sanctuary, to learn about and observe these endangered bears

Kuching Heritage Walk

Explore the colourful history of Kuching including India Street, Old Courthouse, Fort Margherita built by the 'White Rajah' of Sarawak, and the Borneo Cultures Museum with its impressive collection of artefacts

Discover Borneo - August 2026

About this adventure

Trip highlights

Orangutan Rehabilitation Centres

Gunung Mulu National Park Caves

Selingan Turtle Island

Penan Settlement Visit

Kinabatangan River Wildlife

Danum Valley Rainforest

Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Bat Exodus at Deer Cave

Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre

Kuching Heritage Walk

What's included

Not included

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