Borneo Revealed Tour

Borneo is a nature lover’s delight with an abundance of exotic flora and fauna. We climb majestic Mt Kinabalu, South East Asia’s highest peak, come face to face with orang utans, search for proboscis monkeys, stay with families in local villages, soak in hot springs, relax on tropical beaches and travel deep into the jungle. A true adventure!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Maximum Group Size: 15
Arrival Transfer: Airport transfer to hotel day 1
Trek Grade: B / C - Moderate / Strenuous
Fully Escorted: By tour leader / guide
Transport: Minibus, boat, foot
Activities: Jungle survival hike, trek to the summit of Mt Kinabalu, wildlife spotting by riverboat, face to face encounter with orang utans
Accommodation: 8 nights tourist class hotels, 3 nights homestay, 1 night jungle camp, 1 night basic mountain chalet
Meals: As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
Entrance Fees: Included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary (except the orang utan sanctuary. Tickets for this must be purchased on arrival and cost approx. US$10)
Local Payment: Must be paid in cash on day 1 of your tour

CANOPY WALK: The Poring canopy walkway may be closed in April.

PENAMPANG: The tour end point Penampang is close to the international airport.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Sunrise over Borneo from the summit of Mt Kinabalu
• Explore the jungle by river and by foot
• Search for orang-utan in the rainforest
• Spend the night in a remote riverside lodge
• Relax on stunning white tropical beaches

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1, KOTA KINABALU: Arrive and check in to hotel. No meals.

Day 2, KOTA KINABALU - MIKI'S SURVIVAL CAMP: Drive to Kiau, a traditional village in a spectacular setting in the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu. On arrival we hike through the jungle, accompanied by a local jungle survival guide, enjoying superb views of the surrounding scenery and abundant flora and fauna. Our guide will teach us how to survive in the jungle and we spend the night at a remote camp. (BLD)

Day 3, KIAU VILLAGE: Morning hike out of the jungle to Kiau where we spend the night with the local villagers, gaining a unique insight into their way of life. (BLD)

Day 4, KIAU VILLAGE - MT KINABALU: This morning we begin our ascent of Mt Kinabalu, South East Asia’s highest peak (4,101m). Along the way we have time to appreciate the remarkable profusion of exotic plants and spectacular views of the craggy granite summit. We spend the night in mountain hut accommodation at 3,300m. (B)

Day 5, MT KINABALU: Rise early to climb to the summit. The views from the top of Mt Kinabalu are breathtaking, with a sea of clouds and jungle spreading out beneath us. Later we descend to the foot of the mountain where we spend the night in a lodge. (D)

Day 6, MT KINABALU - PORING: A short drive takes us to Poring where we have the chance to take a long soak in the hot springs and revitalise some sore muscles. Later we climb into the rainforest canopy and follow canopy walkways with stunning views over the roof of the rainforest. There are a remarkable amount of birds and butterflies, and sometimes orang utans swing from the walkways. (BD)

Day 7, PORING - SUKAU - BATU PUTIH HOMESTAY: Morning drive through palm oil plantations and the rainforest to Sukau. We journey deep into the mangrove forest to a remote village where we spend two nights. This area offers unrivalled opportunities for birdwatching and we should see the the enormous hornbill. There are also large numbers of proboscis monkeys and gibbons. (BLD)

Day 8, BATU PUTIH HOMESTAY: A full day following trails through the forest to appreciate the local flora and fauna. (BLD)

Day 9, SEPILOK: Today we drive overland to Sepilok Jungle Resort, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon visit to the world famous orang utan sanctuary with the chance to see these amazing ‘men of the forest’ being fed. Truly a highlight of any journey to Borneo. (B)

Day 10, PULAU TIGA: Morning flight departing Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, transfer to Pulau Tiga. Situated 48km southwest of Kota Kinabalu, Pulau Tiga is the largest of the 3 islands that form the Pulau Tiga Park and is famous for its three mud volcanoes. Unlike many other offshore islands of Borneo, the vegetation on this island is practically untouched. (BD)

Day 11, PULAU TIGA: A full day of exploration. (BLD)

Day 12, PENAMPANG: We travel by boat to Kuala Penyu. On arrival we transfer to a Penampang, an idyllic stretch of coastline just outside Kota Kinabalu. We have two nights in a small beach hotel with time to relax, sunbathe or perhaps take a boat trip out to one of the outlying islands. (B)

Day 13, PENAMPANG: A full free day on the beach. (B)

Day 14, PENAMPANG: Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

DEPARTURE DATES

TRAVEL STYLE

You love to experience the culture and tradition of a destination but with a level of comfort and organisation that won't test your endurance. Explore without roughing it.

Maximum Group Size - 15: You love to experience the culture and tradition of a destination but with a level of inclusions, comfort and organisation that won't test your endurance. You enjoy the freedom of using privately charted vehicles but also understand that sometimes the best way to go is 'local'. Whether a seasoned or a first time traveller, you love to explore without roughing it.
Tour Extensions: Traveller-class Extension tours are non-group tours, available on request.
Included: All accommodation (usually in comfortable tourist class hotels on a twin share basis), transportation, many meals, and all entrance fees as included in the itinerary.
Single Supplement: (applicable to single travellers who wish to have their own room) Usually available and usually not compulsory (check your specific tour for details). Please note: Single supplements do not apply on all boats, overnight train journeys and whilst camping.[Read more about Imaginative Traveller travel styles]