Classic Borneo


















From AUD $3775
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)

Classic Borneo
10 days
Small Group
Comfortable
Light
English
Experience Overview
Immerse yourself in natural wonders and abundant wildlife unique to Borneo on this 10-day adventure. Journey through lush rainforests, navigate scenic rivers and explore the traditional villages of this beautiful region.
Immerse yourself in natural wonders and abundant wildlife unique to Borneo on this 10-day adventure. Journey through lush rainforests, navigate scenic rivers and explore the traditional villages of this beautiful region. Hang out with orangutans in Sepilok, cruise along the Kinabatangan River, unwind on the shores of Manukan Island and get a taste of vibrant city life in Kota Kinabalu. This restorative deep dive into nature will undoubtedly leave you wanting to return again and again.
Highlights
- Visit endangered orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre – a facility that provides care for orphaned and confiscated primates and other local wildlife.
- Learn about a social enterprise that empowers women in the mountainous village of Kampung Kiau and enjoy a traditional lunch of regional favourites.
- Soak up the calm beach vibes with two relaxing days on Manukan Island where you’ll get up close to diverse marine life on a snorkelling trip.
- Search for pygmy elephants and proboscis monkeys as you cruise the Kinabatangan River on a water safari.
- Savour local cuisine, like roti canai and teh tarik, during food tastings on a heritage walk in Sandakan.
Trip Details
10 days
Boat,Private mini van
Small Group
English
Sandakan, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Comfortable
Light
Itinerary
Included Activities:
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Sepilok - Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre Visit
- Sepilok - Rainforest Discovery Centre Visit
- Sepilok - Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Visit
- Sandakan - War Memorial
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Sandakan - Section of the Heritage walk including local tastings
- Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Spotting Cruise
Optional Activities:
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (Two Days) (40 MYR)
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (One Day) (30 MYR)
- Kinabatangan River - Night Wildlife Spotting Cruise (130 MYR)
Accommodation:
- Lodge (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Kinabatangan - River safari Cruise
- Kinabatangan River - Morning wildlife spotting cruise
- Kinabatangan River - Second Afternoon Wildlife spotting cruise
Accommodation:
- Lodge (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Kinabatangan - Visit to Gomantong Cave
Optional Activities:
- Kundasang - Kundasang War Memorial (15 MYR)
Accommodation:
- Cottage/Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Kampung Kiau - Everything Pineapple community project visit & lunch
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Manukan Island - Manukan Island Visit
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Manukan Island - Boat trip & snorkelling
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Optional Activities:
- Kota Kinabalu - Mari Mari Cultural Village (Entrance) (130 MYR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 10 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Immerse yourself in natural wonders and abundant wildlife unique to Borneo on this 10-day adventure. Journey through lush rainforests, navigate scenic rivers and explore the traditional villages of this beautiful region.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 03 Jan 2026
Customer Reviews
04/25/2024
Wonderful experience. We loved every aspect of the trip. Good standard of accommodation and great variety of activities. Ben, our guide was outstanding and we were with a great group. This was our first Intrepid trip but would definitely use them again.
04/25/2024
Fabulous itinerary great leader and lovely group of travellers highly recommend
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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04/25/2024
Wonderful experience. We loved every aspect of the trip. Good standard of accommodation and great variety of activities. Ben, our guide was outstanding and we were with a great group. This was our first Intrepid trip but would definitely use them again.
04/25/2024
Fabulous itinerary great leader and lovely group of travellers highly recommend
04/23/2024
An excellent trip with amazing wildlife experiences that I will remember for life. Borneo is a terrific destination. We had a wonderful trip leader and the hotels, activities and organisation were excellent. Highly recommended.
04/27/2024
Classic Borneo, excellent 10 day trip to the Sabah region. If you want a brief insight to Borneo this is the trip for you, wildlife, jungle, history and people.
04/08/2024
A well run tour and an excellent experience of Borneo.
04/25/2024
Great introduction to Borneo, got to sea a diverse range of places, including mountain villages and local people, rainforest and wildlife tour, monkey sanctuary and islands off KK. Would definitely recommend to others.
04/08/2024
This trip has exceeded my expectations. I didn't know a lot about Borneo before I came on the trip other than about some of the animals, which was the main reason for me choosing this destination. There was so much variety, we travelled from the city to the mountains, to the river and jungle to an island and the beach. The small group size was great and the accommodation and transport along the way was very comfortable. The highlights for me were seeing the wild animals of Borneo and the snorkelling. I have had an amazing time and have memories that will stay with me forever.
04/07/2024
Classic Borneo is a great travel that includes activities from living in the jungle to staying in the resort island. The local guy was a very responsible, knowledgeable and diligent guy with great sense of humour. I had a great time on this trip seeing rare animals in their habitat and learning a great deal about this part of the world. It was a very stimulating trip physically, mentally and socially.
04/08/2024
This trip gave a wonderful taste of Sabah, the people , the wildlife and the amazing scenery . Our group leader , Jeffrey, was so knowledgeable and a fantastic ambassador for his country which is amazing in what it has to offer the curious traveller .
04/09/2024
We had a wonderful trip around Borneo, that provided a wide variety of activities and sights, within the cities, rainforest, beaches and mountains. There was so much wildlife to see and culture to experience, all brought to life by our excellent guide Jeffry.
04/01/2024
Our Trip to Borneo was amazing; our guide enabled us to have a true adventure. His knowledge was second to none, he made everything easy, exciting and fun! A journey worth taking!!!
03/25/2024
Our trip to Borneo was enhanced by the knowledge and expertise of our tour leader who made sure things ran smoothly, we were looked after and informed so we could enjoy our time there with new found friends without worry.
03/25/2024
Overall an amazing trip. The highlight of this trip was definitely the wildlife. In the wild, we saw orangutans, probiscus monkeys (and 6 other kind of monkeys), crocodiles, hornbills, reef sharks, sea turtles and so many more awesome animals. Our guide Stephanie was amazing, very helpful and lovely and our group got along great. I would definitely recommend this trip.
03/25/2024
A fantastic fully packed trip, with lots of opportunities to see local wildlife and learn about the culture of Borneo. We had a fantastic leader in Stephanie, who was simply the best. I would highly recommend this trip.
03/24/2024
Fantastic wildlife experiences - Kinabatangan River and Manukan Island were the highlights. Loved learning about the local coffee and pineapple projects in Kampung Kiau. I'm a solo traveller and I love the camaraderie of the group, insights from the local leader, and the logistics being taken care of.
03/17/2024
Fantastic trip, able to see a lot of wildlife and a lot of ground covered. Local leader Awang, made the trip all the better
03/04/2024
Absolutely great trip. Would thoroughly recommend. Lovely group. Lovely guides. Lovely country. Wonderful sights such as the mother and baby Orangutans.
02/27/2027
Great trip to see some wildlife and explore some beautiful locations
02/21/2024
The Classic Borneo trip was all I was hoping for. Fantastic small group immersed in the local culture and nature of the areas we visited. A fantastic locally born guide who helped make this trip memorable topped it off.
02/11/2024
Do yourself a favour!!! If you have not been to Malaysia and especially the Borneo/Sabah region go !! An amazing trip that will live with you for a long, long time.

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