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Tour Overview

Pack up the troupe and head into Borneo's lush jungles on a family adventure. Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys on a scenic cruise down the Kinabatangan River or see baby orangutans learn to climb on a visit to one of Borneo's best animal sanctuaries. Learn about marine conservation efforts as you snorkel with a marine biologist on Dinawan Island, plant elephant grass for the pygmy elephants with RESPonsible Elephant Conservation Trust and take in beautiful views of Mt Kinabalu from your accommodation in Kundasang. Everywhere you look, this island is brimming with unforgettable memories for you and your family.

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Trip Code: TMFK

Start

Sepilok

End

Kota Kinabalu

Destination

Malaysia

Meals

8 breakfasts, 5 dinners

Transport

private vehicle, boat

Accommodation

Resort (7 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Days

9

Max Group Size

Min 2 - Max 16

Min Age

5

Style

Comforti

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Visit our closest redheaded relatives at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and watch these gentle giants as they go about their day.

  • Cruise through protected forest reserve down the Kinabatangan River and look for local wildlife like crocodiles, macaques, proboscis monkeys and kingfishers.

  • Explore the beautiful shorelines of Dinawan Island. Snorkel among the rich marine life like sea turtles or simply kick back on the warm sands and lap up the sun.

  • Learn about traditional Bornean culture and hospitality on a visit to a rural Dusan village while enjoying a home-cooked lunch

  • Spend a night in the hills of Kundasang and take in the views of Mount Kinabalu from your cosy wooden cabin.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

8 breakfasts, 5 dinners

Transport

private vehicle, boat

Accommodation

Resort (7 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Included activities

  • Sepilok - Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre Visit
  • Sepilok - Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
  • Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Spotting Cruise
  • Kinabatangan River - Night wildlife Spotting cruise
  • Kinabatangan River - RESPECT (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit & elephant grass planting

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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