A haven for wildlife, surely Borneo’s most coveted attraction is its unspoilt rainforests. The island’s orangutans are its most famous inhabitant, but its rich cultural tapestry and fascinating history are also key incentives for travellers. 

Where the jungle meets the coast you’ll discover pristine beaches and coral reefs, a paradise retreat in a natural, exotic location. This ‘off the beaten track’ island awaits your discovery. 

Many rare species call Borneo home, from the wild orangutans that swing through the jungle canopy, through to the Asian elephants, turtles and Proboscis monkeys.

Encounter these wonderful creatures in their natural habitat and witness the magic of the island’s epic biodiversity up close and personal. Once such resort, as featured in Judi Dench’s Wild Borneo Adventure, is the Gaya Island Resort which offers unique ecological sights including the 7 wonders of Gaya.

Both green and hawksbill turtles are native to the waters of the South China Sea. Take a trip to Turtle Island, a National Park, designated to protect newly-laid eggs and hatchlings. Learn about the conservation programme and tour the island’s hatchery area.

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Gaya Island Resort
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Situated on the island of Pulau Gaya, in a marine conservation area, just a 15-minute boat ride from Kota Kinabalu is th...

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7 nights from £1,505 per person

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
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Offering a huge expanse of wild beach, backed by a rich jungle, the hotel sits fusing the two landscapes

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7 nights from £1,310 per person

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Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
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Located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, only a five-minute taxi ride from the bars, restaurants and the night market, thi...

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Far East Cities & Wildlife

Experience the buzzing cities of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur contrasting with the rainforest, beach and wildlife of Borne...

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Malaysia
Kuala-Lumpur
Singapore
Borneo

10 nights from £4,984 per person

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Traders Kuala Lumpur and Shangri-la's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa Borneo

Spend a few days in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur to savour the Malaysian hawker food and witness the majestic sight ...

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Kuala-Lumpur
Borneo

10 nights from £4,799 per person

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Colonial City and Borneo Island

Stay at elegant The Majestic Hotel, then travel on to Borneo and experience beautiful Gaya Island Resort, an eco-resort ...

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Kuala-Lumpur
Borneo

9 nights from £4,680 per person

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Singapore and Borneo

It is only a two and a half hour flight from Singapore to Borneo making it an easy way to explore the colourful sights o...

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Singapore
Borneo

10 nights from £4,759 per person

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Discover Borneo

A fantastic trip for wildlife enthusiasts. Experience the jungle while on the lookout for orangutans, proboscis monkeys ...

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Borneo

7 nights from £2,982 per person

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Borneo Wildlife Adventure

Journey through the rainforests of Borneo and discover its abundant and diverse wildlife species.

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Borneo

8 nights from £3,297 per person

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Family Adventure in Borneo

Discover the wonders of Borneo on this exciting ten-night family adventure that encompasses Sandakan, Kinabatangan and K...

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Borneo

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  • Time zone: GMT+8
  • Flight time: 18-20 hours
  • Recommended airlines: Malaysia Airlines
  • Currency: Malaysian Ringgit
  • Tipping guideline: 10% of total bill
  • Health considerations: There is a risk of altitude illness when travelling to destinations of 2,500m or higher. There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a low risk of malaria in inland areas of Sabah and in the inland, forested areas of Sarawak. There is a very low risk of malaria in the rest of Borneo including the coastal areas of Sabah and Sarawak. There is no risk of yellow fever in Borneo, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Capital: Pontianak
  • Population: 23,720,000
  • National languages: Malay, Indonesian, English
  • Electricity and plugs: Type C / G, 220V
  • Mobile phone coverage: Good
  • UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for Borneo if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 90 days

When to go to Malaysian Borneo

Travelling outside of the months of November to February is generally recommended. You’re more likely to see orang-utans from April and you can well expect humidity and some rain throughout the year; hence why the rainforests are so lush.

What to do in Malaysian Borneo

A haven for wildlife, surely Borneo’s most coveted attraction is its unspoilt rainforests. The island’s orangutans are its most famous inhabitant, but you’ll also discover pristine beaches and coral reefs, as well as plenty more unusual wildlife, like the cheeky Proboscis monkeys.

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