Ultimate Borneo Wildlife Adventure

Touch down in Sandakan, meet your host and be whisked over to the Sepilok Nature Resort, located beside the world-renowned Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. Take a stroll around the grounds before meeting your guide in the early evening to chat through the adventure and get to know your fellow adventurers over a welcome dinner.

As the forest wakes, take a canopy walk before returning to fuel up on breakfast. Skip over to the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary where captive orangutans are reintroduced into the wild. Head out for an afternoon hike in the Sepilok Forest Reserve and continue to the canopy walk at dusk to see giant red flying squirrels emerge from their nests and glide between the trees. The wildlife continues after dinner with a nighttime stroll in search of nocturnal wildlife before hitting the hay.

After breakfast, you'll jump into the van for your overland transfer to the Danum Valley. On arrival at the Danum Valley Field Centre, you’ll have time to sit back, relax and enjoy your new surroundings. In the afternoon you’ll hike one of the best remaining examples of Borneo's old-growth forests, with a thick tropical canopy and a variety of wildlife. Following dinner, it's time to lace up the boots again in search of nocturnal creatures.

Rise before dawn and head out for a sunrise session to see the wildlife, often most active first thing in the morning. After breakfast you'll hike through forests that are frequented by gibbons and orangutans. Your guide will lead the group through the forests, pointing out signs of orangutans and other wildlife in the Danum Valley. After dinner you'll set out into the twilight for an evening walk to listen to the sounds of the forest.

Another early start as you sip a pre-dawn coffee and head out to glimpse more iconic Borneo wildlife. Spend the morning around the centre and take a dip in the Ulu Segama River to cool off. In the afternoon you’ll spend more time on the trails trying to track wildlife, before returning to the centre in the late afternoon, in time to watch the sunset. After another full day in the forest, you’ll enjoy a well-earned meal and then fall asleep, serenaded by the trilling hum of the forest one last time.

Wave goodbye to the Danum Valley as you jump back in the van and head for Batu Puteh, Kinabatangan. You'll then board a boat and start making your way down the Kinabatangan River until you reach your camp. Once settled into camp, you'll hop back into the boat for a wildlife river cruise where dense trees blanket the riverbanks and birds flutter overhead. After dinner, embark on a night walk within the camp area for chances of spotting nocturnal wildlife such as the tarsier, slow loris and sleeping birds.

It's another early morning as you hit the boardwalk surrounding camp for some birdwatching. After a yummy breakfast, it's time to give back. You'll jump into the boat and head over to the local forest restoration project site and participate in tree planting. Here you'll learn about the community effort in their forest restoration project. Spend the afternoon relaxing or join the locals in some fishing before taking to the river for another wildlife cruise. Tonight set out on a torchlight hike, in search of yet more nocturnal wildlife.

Rise and shine for one last wildlife cruise to hopefully get a final glimpse of orangutans, proboscis monkeys, crocodiles and the pygmy elephant. After breakfast take a boat ride to meet up with the van to make the journey to Kinabalu Park. In the afternoon you are free to enjoy some well-earned downtime.

It's time to lace up those boots and spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site, Mount Kinabalu. Wander around the trails and see the endemic birds, orchids and beautiful landscapes of the mountain. Enjoy a delicious dinner before calling it a night.

After breakfast it's time to make the journey to Sayap Village, which sits at the foot of Mount Kinabalu. On arrival you'll be welcomed to the village and introduced to your host family. After lunch, your guide will introduce you to the local culture in a Dusun village. The Dusuns are the biggest ethnic group in Sabah, most living subsistence lifestyles. Explore the village farmlands and learn how to cook a local dish, before sitting down and enjoying a traditional Dusun dinner with your host family before calling it a night.

Grab an early breakfast before heading out for a hike within Aura Montoria, considered one of the hidden wonders of Sayap village. The trail will wind through giant trees, hidden waterfalls and caves, you'll continue towards Prayer Hill for stunning views of the valley below and the perfect spot for lunch. Cool off with a swim in the clear rock pools before returning to the homestay for dinner.

After breakfast and a hot coffee to start the day, you'll say your goodbyes to your host family and make your way to a quiet slice of paradise off the coast of Kota Belud. Settle into your tranquil hideaway and take a refreshing dip in the calm waters of Mengkabar Bay, or take a stroll along the sandy beach before watching the sunset.

With the ocean on one side and thick jungle on the other, you'll get to explore both worlds today. Snorkel amidst the colourful coral reef and tropical fish, eyes open for pods of dolphins or a sea turtle or two. Once back on land explore some of the nearby trails or simply relax in one of the many hammocks dotted around. End your day with a delicious local Malaysian dinner.

For travellers looking to scuba dive, an optional diving package can be booked for an extra charge, see Optional Extras for the price. Please request this at the time of booking (this is subject to availability).

Enjoy your breakfast while taking in the fantastic panoramic views of the ocean before transferring to the coastal city of Kota Kinabalu on the South China Sea. In the afternoon you are free to enjoy some well-earned downtime or explore the city. You'll share a final evening together with your group, sharing memories, adventure stories and probably the odd photo of an orangutan from your time in Borneo.

Your adventure ends today as you enjoy a final breakfast before transferring to the Kota Kinabalu airport in time for your onward journey.