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Borneo Panorama
Mulu Caves, Sarawak
Langur Monkey
Iban man, Sarawak
Orangutan, Sepilok
Kuching
Borneo Panorama Tour
This two week Borneo Wildlife holiday covers both Sarawak and Sabah and includes visits to two orangutan sanctuaries, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, the Kinabatangan River, Bako National Park and the Kinabalu National Park as well as the spectacular Mulu Caves.
Begin the journey with 3 nights in Kuching and enjoy the friendly compact capital of Sarawak.
Included is a day trip to the coastal Bako National Park and the Orangutan Sanctuary at Semanggoh.
From Kuching head to the interior of Sarawak on a jungle adventure with two nights in a Jungle Lodge. Discover the rainforest and the culture of the Iban.
From Kuching fly to Mulu and spend a night at the Marriott Royal Mulu Resort in Mulu National Park.
Visit each of the 4 main caves and discover one of the most spectacular sights in South East Asia.
From Sarawak fly to the other half of Malaysian Borneo, Sabah.
Spend 2 nights in Kota Kinabalu and visit Kinabalu National Park at the base of Mount Kinabalu. It's possible to add on a Mount Kinabalu climb if you wish.
Visit the Orangutan Sanctuary at Sepilok, spend two nights in the Kinabatangan River area and two nights in Tabin Wildlife Reserve.
In the Kinabatangan you will explore the river and its tributaries on electric boat cruises in search of proboscis monkeys, hornbills, elephants and other wildlife.
Tabin Wildlife Reserve is one of the best places in Borneo for wildlife alongside natural features such as the mud volcanoes and waterfalls.
Finish with two final nights on the beach to relax before heading home.
As with all of our holidays to Borneo this one can be adjusted to suit you as you wish or a beach extension added - just let us know your preferences.
Inclusions
- International flights from the UK
- Domestic flights in Borneo
- Accommodation
- Breakfast & some other meals
- All airport transfers by private car
- Private excursions
- Shared boat safaris
- Entrance Fees
Accommodation
- 4 nights Kuching
- 2 nights Jungle Lodge
- 1 night Mulu Caves
- 4 nights Kota Kinabalu
- 2 nights Kinabatangan River
- 2 nights Tabin Wildlife Reserve
Excursions
- Bako National Park
- Semanggoh Orangutan Centre
- Jungle walks
- Iban Longhouse
- Kinabalu National Park
- Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary
- River wildlife viewing cruises
Day 1: UK - Kuching
Overnight flight from the UK to Kuching.
Day 2: Kuching
On arrival in Kuching you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight Kuching.
Day 3: Kuching - Bako National Park
Just 35 minutes from Kuching, the coastal Bako National Park is one of the most interesting National Parks in Borneo and one of the best places in Borneo to see wildlife in a natural setting.
Depart the hotel around 8:30 am for the 35-minute drive to Bako Village. From the village, it’s a 25-minute boat ride (depending on the tide) to the National Park, which is situated on a peninsula.
The various types of animals commonly spotted at Bako include proboscis monkeys, silver leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, wild boars, monitor lizards and numerous species of birds.
Forest types range from mangrove to kerangas (heath forest), tropical swamp vegetation, cliff vegetation and beach vegetation.
There are several interesting boardwalk trails to follow inside the park, depending on level of fitness and interest and the park’s coastline is dotted with small bays, coves and beaches.
Return to Kuching by mid-afternoon.
Overnight Kuching. Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 4: Kuching - Nanga Sumpa
Pick up from your hotel in Kuching around 8:30 a.m and drive to Batang Ai reservoir (4½ hours).
Journey overland through rural Sarawak, passing through pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantations. Enroute, a few stops will be made.
Visit the colourful native market in Serian town where a variety of jungle produce such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots and unusual tropical fruit are on display.
Visit a pepper garden and stop by to view wild orchids and several species of pitcher plants.
Lunch is taken en-route. On arrival at the Batang Ai reservoir, proceed by longboat (1½ hours) upriver to Nanga Sumpa.
Settle in at the lodge. After dinner visit Nanga Sumpa longhouse. Relax on the Ruai (common veranda) and spend time with the Iban people.
Interact with the community; learn about their culture and enjoy some local rice wine.
Overnight stay at Nanga Sumpa Lodge. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.
Day 5: Nanga Sumpua - Enseluai - Nanga Sumpa
Following breakfast hike the jungle trails along the river before continuing upriver by longboat. Our destination is the scenic Enseluai waterfall.
Along the way (if conditions are suitable) your boatman may stop to demonstrate fishing Iban-style using a 'jala' or throw net.
Arrive at the waterfall and have time to relax, swim and enjoy the rainforest surroundings.
Enjoy a riverside BBQ lunch prepared by your Iban hosts before returning to the lodge.
Dinner is served in the lodge with local delicacies to enhance the meal.
After dinner visit Nanga Sumpa longhouse. Relax on the 'ruai' (common veranda) and spend time with the Iban people. Interact with the community; learn about their culture and enjoy some local rice wine.
Overnight at Nanga Sumpa lodge. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.
Day 6: Nanga Sumpa - Kuching
Following breakfast, depart down river by longboat, then overland to Kuching. Have lunch en-route and drop off at your hotel in Kuching.
Overnight Kuching. Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 7: Kuching - Semanggoh Orangutan Sanctuary
The Semenggoh orangutan rehabilitation centre is 24 km from Kuching and trains orphaned or rescued orangutans how to survive in the wild.
Over 20 orangutans live in forest within the nature reserve and often return to the centre at feeding times.
Depart your hotel at around 8:15 am. On arrival at Semanggoh, head to the briefing area for an introductory talk about the Rehabilitation Centre.
After a brief talk from the rangers, take a short walk along a trail to the feeding area to watch the orangutans come down from the trees for a free meal.
This tour to Semenggoh is arranged to coincide with the morning orangutan feeding time, which takes place between 9 and 9:30 am.
Although it is very likely that orangutans will be seen, they are in a semi-wild environment, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Return to the hotel with the afternoon to explore Kuching independently as there are plenty of other things to see and do in and around Kuching.
Overnight Kuching. Breakfast included.
Day 8: Kuching - Mulu National Park
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Mulu National Park.
On arrival at Mulu Airport transfer to the Marriott Royal Mulu Resort.
In the afternoon, transfer to Mulu Park HQ and take the 3km plank walk to explore Lang’s and Deer Caves.
Watch the bats flights if weather permits and return to the Park HQ and transfer to your accommodation.
Overnight Royal Mulu Resort. Dinner included.
Day 9: Mulu National Park
In the morning, proceed by longboat upriver to Wind Cave with its impressive ‘King’s Chamber’.
Here, stalactites and stalagmites with delicate lace-like patterns are found.
A short walk along a plankwalk next to the limestone cliff followed by a climb up approximately 250 concrete steps and you arrive at the entrance to Clearwater Cave.
Like most caves in Mulu, Clearwater Cave provides a habitat for unique species of plants. One of these, the one-leafed plant can only be found at Mulu.
Photo-sensitive algae grow on certain rocks and produce needle-like formations that point towards the source of light.
Near Clearwater Cave there is a wonderful swimming area shaded by giant rainforest trees.
Enjoy a simple picnic or packed lunch after which return to Park HQ and drop off at the airport for your flight to Kota Kinablu.
On arrival in Kota Kinabalu you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel.
Overnight Kota Kinabalu. Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 10: Kinabalu Park
Visit Kinabalu Park and enjoy a guided nature walk with a park naturalist before exploring the park’s botanical garden.
Have lunch at a local restaurant and in the afternoon visit the Park’s gallery before returning to Kota Kinabalu.
Overnight Kota Kinabalu. Breakfast & lunch included.
Day 11: Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan – Sepilok – Kinabatangan River – Sukau
Fly to Sandakan and visit the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary where captive orangutans are reintroduced into the wild. Observe the orangutans at their feeding stations in the rainforest.
Travel by boat to the pristine mangrove forests along the Kinabatangan River delta in search of proboscis monkeys, birds and reptiles. Lunch is provided at the Abai Jungle Restaurant.
Continue by boat to Sukau and after check-in go on a river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to the Menanggul River in search of more wildlife.
Overnight Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.
Day 12: Oxbow Lake – Kinabatangan River – Sukau
Early morning, take a boat trip for bird watching and wildlife viewing at the nearby Ox Bow Lake. Trek the lush riverine forest along the lake and then return to the lodge for breakfast.
In the afternoon, enjoy another river cruise down the Menanggul and Kinabatangan rivers. Return to the lodge at dusk with the evening at leisure.
Overnight Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.
Day 13: Sukau – Tabin Wildlife Reserve
After early breakfast, drive to Lahad Datu and on to the Tabin Wildlife Reserve.
Check into the charming timber bungalow of Tabin Wildlife Resort.
A variety of birds, insects and even small mammals can be sighted quite easily within the resort, which is set amongst the rainforest alongside the Lipad River.
In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano, which serves as a mineral salt lick for wildlife.
Walk up the observation tower and admire the contrasting landscape of the area and its surrounding thick forest with its rich birdlife.
After dinner, enjoy a presentation on Tabin’s wildlife, followed by a Night Safari to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds.
Overnight Tabin Widlife Resort. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.
Day 14: Lipad Waterfalls
Enjoy an early morning bird walk if you wish to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species.
After breakfast, trek through the rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species, to visit Lipad Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or simply relax.
In the afternoon perhaps try out the Tabin Rainforest Foot Soak made with a natural blend of herbs, to relax tired muscles after long jungle treks.
Overnight Tabin Widlife Resort. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.
Day 15: Tabin Wildlife Reserve – Lahad Datu
After breakfast, stroll to the nearby rock pool or riverside where groups of macaques and other small mammals can sometimes be seen. Choose to take a dip in the river or simply listen to the sound of nature before saying goodbye to Tabin.
Transfer to Lahad Datu Airport for the flight to Kota Kinabalu.
Overnight Kota Kinabalu. Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 16: Kota Kinabalu
Enjoy the day at leisure.
Overnight Kota Kinabalu. Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 17: Fly to the UK
Enjoy the day at leisure before being transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Day 18: UK
Arrive back in the UK.
Nanga Sumpah Longhouse
About 1.5 hours by boat from Batang Ai, Nanga Sumpa Lodge offers clean rooms with western-style toilets, mosquito netting, mattresses and clean bedding.
The lodge has 18 rooms with raised sleeping platforms. The majority of the rooms accommodate 2 people. There are two larger rooms that are suitable for families and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children.
The lodge has flush toilets and showers and piped water supply. A generator runs from 6.30 pm to 10.30 pm. After 10.30 pm traditional oil lamps are used to light the lodge. Meals are prepared in the lodge and feature fresh jungle vegetables and other local delicacies.
Nanga Sumpa is a jungle lodge located in a relatively remote area of Borneo. The facilities reflect the remote location and are somewhat basic. Many of our guests don’t mind this as the beauty of the area and the Iban people are the real attractions.
If you are looking for a bit more luxury the Batang Ai Longhouse Resort by Hilton offers hotel standard facilities and air-conditioned rooms.
Orangutan live in the Ulu Ai area and sometimes it is possible to see the “man of the forest” in its natural environment.
Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
The accommodation in Sukau is comfortable but not luxurious.
We think it is in keeping with the location and the Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge is a much better option than other lodges such as Sukau River Lodge.
Rooms are all en-suite with ceiling fans and hot showers.
There is a wildlife trail by the lodge along which birdlife, red-leaf monkeys and sometimes orangutans are spotted.
Tabin Wildlife Resort
The charming timber bungalows of Tabin Wildlife Resort come complete with private balcony and hot water shower, a real luxury in the forest.
A variety of birds, insects and even small mammals can be sighted quite easily within the resort which is set amongst the rainforest alongside the Lipad River.
Wildlife
Please note that as all the animals are in a wild natural habitat there is no 100% guarantee of seeing them.
It is almost guaranteed to see orangutans at Sepilok however as the are adapted to come out of the forest at feeding times during their rehabilitation.
Other wildlife such as elephants are less common but are still frequently spotted, especially around Abai.
Proboscis Monkeys are plentiful in Bako National Park and along the Kinabatangan River.
Your guide on the river cruises in Kinabatangan is likely to spot snakes curled up in the trees by the river or crocodiles lazing on the banks.
Hornbills are common and you would be unlucky not to see some and they are a magnificent sight, especially in flight over the canopy of trees.
When visiting Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary please take note of the park guides.
Orangutans are curious by nature and don't think twice about waltzing off with unguarded items.
Especially - don't take food into the park with you.
Note that the cruises along the river from Sukau are in electric boats.
Kuching Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Lime Hotel
Hilton Kuching
Sarawak Jungle Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Nanga Sumpa Lodge
Mulu National Park Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Marriott Royal Mulu Resort
Kota Kinabalu Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru Resort
Sukau Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Kinabatangan Riverside Resort
Tabin Superior Hotel Suggestions:
Tabin Wildlife Resort
14 nights Borneo Panorama - Superior:
- Price from £3,495 pp
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Prices will vary according to choice of hotel and seasonal airfare and hotel surcharges. Please ask us for any current special offers.
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