Wild Borneo
- A Secret Retreats journey -Lionel Longeau, the author of this journey, who has made Borneo his home since 2005.
We can of course adjust according to your request.
Highlights of the Journey:
- The Iban and Dayak tribes and their longhouses.
- Meet the ‘old man of the woods’ and see the orangutans in their natural environment.
- The Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center.
- The Danum Valley
- Land and water safaris
- Diversity of wild forests
This program is an incursion into the heart of different types of Borneo Forests – walking in the preserved primary forests of Batang Ai where endangered orangutans, multiple mammals and more than 200 species of birds thrive in the lush vegetation, by boat through the mangroves where the Proboscis monkeys jump from tree to tree all with its Hornbills flying over the Santubong Estuary at any time of the day and perhaps the chance to observe some crocodile sunbathing on the bank of the river as well as some Irrawaddy Dolphins showing their tails and nose on Santubong estuary. The Danum Valley where endangered orangutans, gibbons, multiple mammals and more than 200 species of birds thrive in the lush vegetation, by boat through the mangroves where the Proboscis monkeys jump from tree to tree all with its Hornbills flying over the Kinabatangan river at any time of the day and perhaps the chance to observe the Pygmy Elephants strolling the along the banks, venture in 4x4 on the tracks crossing this luxuriant nature. Nocturnal walks in the macro world and reptiles. We have selected the nicest lodges located at the very center of these nature reserves.
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Your Journey Day by Day
based on 2 people traveling together and sharing the same room
Some of the most iconic buildings along the heritage trail are the Kuching Waterfront, Tua Pek Kong Temple, Carpenter Street Old Shop Houses, General Post Office, Colonial Buildings, India Street, Brooke Dockyard, Open Air Market, Golden Dome Mosque, Museum Grounds.
After this walk, we will finally take the direction of your charming property located on the coast of the peninsula of Santubong (45-60mn drive).
Check-in then the rest of the day is free. No arrangement for meals.
Back to the hotel for the rest of the day.
Check in and settle down.
At 3pm, join-In afternoon Safari River Cruise (to explore wildlife).
Back to the Resort before dark and dinner served at the lodge To add more thrill, you can also add a join-in Night Safari River cruise (surcharge applies).
Check-in at Borneo Rain Forest Lodge and free time to rest.
Dinner at the Lodge.
After dinner you can join a 4WD night safari or a night walk in the jungle. (Depending on availability, in small group with a guide naturalist)
All meals at the lodge.
Extension to the beach of Manukan Island, or for more adventures in Sabah.
- very flexible ultra trail type walking shoes with large spaced lugs (avoid rigid walking shoes because you will often have tramp feet).Example of trail shoes adapt Nike Pegasus trail;
- light and comfortable clothes for jungle walks (the perfect set for jungle walks are lycra leggings, high hiking/football socks, swimming shorts, light t-shirts, cap or hat);
- a waterproof bag (for your passport, mobile phone, camera and other important paper);
- a kway/raincoat or similar a sweater for the evenings as the temperatures can drop;
- basic toiletries, first aid kit, your own medicine/treatment, sunscreen cream, mosquito spray;
- cash;
- a camera (if you have a 24-150mm lens for landscape, portrait and macro photos, and a 200-500mm lens for all animal and bird photos;
- a pair of binoculars;
- headlamp for each participant.
Your Accommodation on this Asia Travel Itinerary
Cove 55
Kinabatangan Wetland Resort
Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Wild Borneo
based on 2 people traveling together and sharing the same room
The total price includes:
Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis
Some meals as indicated in the program
All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
Nature and animal trek in the parks of Gunung Gading & Bako
Wildlife experience by boat on the Kinabatangan river,
Exploration of the Danum Valley
All road transfers with vehicles with Air Conditioner (for road transfers) and boat transfers when available
English speaking guide
The total price does not include:
VISA – Most country do not need visa for Malaysia, but we recommend you to check when you issue airtickets. Please make sure your passport is valid for 6 months beyond your departure date.
Other meals that are not included in the program.
Drinks, personal expenses, tips and gratuities.
Options and other activities not included in the program.
Repatriation Insurance and Travel insurance (recommended)
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