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- Day 1 Kota Kinabalu Welcome to Malaysian Borneo! Starting in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah state, make your way to the hotel for our kickstart meeting at 4pm. After meeting the crew why not check out the bustling night markets for a delicious dinner. Locations Visited: Kota Kinabalu MY.
- Day 2 Kota Kinabalu Pristine beaches? Check. Crystal clear water? Yep. Free time to explore 'em all? You bet. Coastal relaxation or countryside expeditions (on a bicycle) - it's a DIY day! Locations Visited: Kota Kinabalu MY.
- Day 3 Kota Kinabalu to Kiulu This morning, we'll leave the buzz of Kota Kinabalu behind and hit the road for the lush landscapes of Kiulu. Watch the scenery shift from city streets to rolling green hills as we head deeper into Sabah’s countryside (AKA, your first taste of Borneo’s wild side).Hello Kiulu. Jump straight into local life with a cooking class and learn how to make four traditional dishes. Next, get stuck into jungle survival skills (think fire-making and bamboo crafting). After lunch, we'll settle into Kampung Lingga Homestay with a warm welcome, then learn Dalai bead-making and the secrets of Tapai rice wine from village elders. Tonight, share a cultural dinner, enjoy a lively dance performance, and wind down to the sounds of the jungle. Locations Visited: Kota Kinabalu MY, Kiulu MY.
- Day 4 Kiulu to Kundasang Kickstart today with a sunrise walk in the village. Then it’s time to get hands-on again with a rubber tapping session alongside a local farmer. After breakfast, we'll wrap things up with a powerful Silat performance and a heartfelt farewell from our hosts.Ditch the villages for mountains as we make our way to Kundasang, near Kinabalu Park. The afternoon is all yours to wander through the Botanical Gardens, take in the highland views, or just relax and soak up a slower pace in this scenic spot. Locations Visited: Kiulu MY, Kundasang MY.
- Day 5 Kundasang to Sepilok Jungle trek to start off the day? Yep. This morning, we'll trek to Langanan Waterfall, winding through dense rainforest, past giant trees and bamboo groves. After around two hours, you’ll reach the real showstopper: a towering waterfall crashing down from over 120 metres. Take it all in before trekking back to our base.This afternoon, we'll make our way to Sepilok, where the pace slows right down. The rest of the day is yours to explore or relax. If you’re up for it, consider heading out on a night walk at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, where the jungle comes alive after dark with nocturnal wildlife and hidden creatures. Or take it easy and settle into your surroundings. Locations Visited: Kundasang MY, Sepilok MY.
- Day 6 Sepilok to Selingan Island via Sandakan Sepilok, you were stunning. But it's time for a mini island adventure. Kicking off the day, you’ll visit the lantern-lined Puu Jih Shih Buddhist temple. (Hope you're ready to witness some of the best hilltop views of your life!). Then it's off to Selingan Island where we'll grab lunch once we arrive. It’s time for some well-deserved R&R - on this beautiful island that's a safe haven for green and hawksbill turtles. So, drop your bags off at our resort, and get ready for a very special experience tonight. After dinner, you’ll have the chance to see a turtle laying eggs, and maybe even see baby turtles heading into the sea for the very first time. Awww! Locations Visited: Sepilok MY, Sandakan MY, Selingan Island MY.
- Day 7 Selingan Island to Kinabatangan River via Sepilok Goodbye Selingan, you’ve been lovely. But we’ve got so much more to explore! Guess what? This morning, we’re heading out to meet the cutest-ever (also the world’s smallest!) sun bears at a conservation centre. Then we’ll visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to see orangutans at a beautiful rainforest reserve. What’s next? We’ll make our way to catch a boat to our next stop - where you’ll get to see even more wildlife. (Don’t say we don’t spoil you…). Drop your bags. Sip some tea. Grab your binocs. Then, come along for a soothing boat ride along the Kinabatangan River. This is your chance to spot some of the rarest wildlife - even the smallest elephants in the world! Locations Visited: Selingan Island MY, Sepilok MY, Kinabatangan River MY.
- Day 8 Kinabatangan River Wake up with coffee and join us for an early morning river safari for wildlife watching (think rare monkeys, hornbills, gibbons and pygmy elephants - bathing in the morning sun!). And tonight? We’re hitting the jungle after dark in search of nocturnal creatures. Keep. Those. Eyes. Peeled. Locations Visited: Kinabatangan River MY.
- Day 9 Kinabatangan River to Sandakan Don’t wanna say it but...our journey through Borneo's luscious forests has come to an end. Grab your final breakfast of the trip and hop on a transfer back to the airport. We'll arrive at Sandakan Airport for farewells. Don’t worry, there are plenty more destinations waiting to be explored, and plenty more memories to be made with your crew. Locations Visited: Kinabatangan River MY, Sandakan MY.
Name: Borneo Adventure
2027
Brand: Contiki
Quality: Tourist Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Kota-Kinabalu
End City: Sandakan
Location Summary: Kota Kinabalu, MY, Kiulu, MY, Kundasang, MY, Sepilok, MY, Sandakan, MY, Selingan Island, MY, Kinabatangan River, MY
Is Youth: This tour is open to those aged 18-35 only
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- Dining Summary - 8 Breakfast (B). 4 Lunch (L). 4 Dinner (D).
- FAQs - Kuching: You’re gonna be exploring a tropical jungle, so we recommend that you get insect repellent, a torch, a raincoat, good walking shoes, a sun hat, and of course – binocs (a must-have!). For the beach, you should get sandals, swimwear, personal toiletries, and sun cream (preferably sweatproof!). Plus, you’ll need an overnight bag on some nights of this trip. Pro-tip: Extra-light cotton clothes are perfect for Borneo’s weather. .
- Included Experience - Kiulu: Roll up your sleeves and dive into village life as you help prepare four signature Kiulu dishes. You’ll wrap Linangatan rice in leaves, mix up Hinava (a zingy raw fish salad), slow-braise local fish for Pinasakan Sada, and finish with punchy Tuhau pickles. It’s hands-on, a little messy, and seriously rewarding. Plus you’ll get to eat everything you make.. Kiulu: Step into the wild and learn how to live off the land. This interactive bushcraft session covers traditional fire-making, clever survival techniques, and a live demo of bamboo crafting and tool-making. It’s all about getting stuck in, thinking resourcefully, and seeing the jungle from a whole new angle.. Kiulu: Slow things down this afternoon with a creative, culture-led session. You’ll learn the intricate art of Dalai bead-making before diving into the secrets of Tapai (rice wine), shared by village elders. Expect stories, hands-on moments, and a deeper connection to the traditions that shape daily life here.. Kiulu: Sit down to a shared meal before enjoying a vibrant cultural dance performance. With time to chat, learn and laugh with your hosts, this is more than just dinner — it’s a chance to genuinely connect with the community.. Kiulu: Get a feel for village life with a hands-on rubber tapping experience. Alongside a local farmer, you’ll learn the process from tree to collection, gaining insight into a trade that’s central to the community’s way of life.. Kiulu: Wrap up your time in the village with a powerful Silat performance — a traditional martial art full of precision and energy. It’s a meaningful send-off from your hosts, giving you one last moment to soak up the culture and connection you’ve built here.. Kundasang: Kick things off early with a jungle trek to one of the region’s most impressive sights. This 3.4km trail (around 2 hours each way) takes you through dense tropical forest, past giant trees and bamboo groves — and if you’re lucky, even a blooming Rafflesia. Your reward? The thundering Langanan Waterfall, crashing down from over 120 metres before the trek back.. Sandakan: Start your day with a mindful visit to this golden and red temple atop a hill. Selingan Island: We'll jump on a boat and float over to our next beachy spot of the trip - Turtle Island!. Selingan Island: First, we'll join a Park Ranger to explore the sights on this island. And then head to laying site in small group. You'll get to see a mother turtle laying eggs on the beach firsthand, see the tagging process and even witness the egg collecting before it's planted in the hatchery. And to finish it off, you'll even watch the baby turtles being released to the sea for the very first time! You don't wanna miss this one.... Selingan Island: Snorkel, sunbathe & soak in the scenery on the oh-so-stunning Turtle Island.. Sepilok: A bear? With a crescent-shaped patch of fur that looks like the rising sun? Get ready for cuteness overload! Your local guide will take you on a tour of the centre, showing how rescued sun bears are researched, rehabilitated, and cared for. There’s also a spot to watch an info video during your free time to learn even more about these incredible animals.. Sepilok: That's right! This time we're visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to see even more rescued orangutans.. Kinabatangan River: Hop onto a river cruise along the Kinabatangan River to discover wildlife situated along the river where there is a chance to see the Proboscis Monkey, rare bird species of Borneo, Hornbills, Gibbons and maybe even Pygmy Elephants!. Kinabatangan River: Join the birds and other animals of the river for a cruise up stream in search of wildlife as the bathe in the morning sun along the river. Kinabatangan River: Take a nature jungle walk with a local guide who'll fill you in on all the deets of this wonderful riverine forest..
