Another wonderful cycle trip around Kuching with the very impressive Farhah. She made the trip as the guides do. She was knowledgeable, friendly, competent and made our half day very memorable. My second trip with this company; I learnt more than before. To have a local, passionate about Sarawak and her culture is priceless. Bikes were good and temp super. Finding hidden gems and eating with locals , made the experience special. Thank you Farhar and thank you to all.
10-Day Best of Borneo Wildlife and Nature
Visit Sarawak & Sabah
Wildlife Encounters
Explore Stunning Landscapes
Embark on a 10-day journey through the best of Borneo’s wildlife and nature. Begin in the historic “City of Cats,” Kuching, and explore the secrets of Bako National Park. In Sabah, marvel at the spectacular landscapes of Mount Kinabalu and encounter orangutans in Sandakan. Cruise the Kinabatangan River for a thrilling wildlife safari. Join us for a condensed yet immersive adventure, where Borneo’s emerald tapestry of nature and wildlife awaits.
Tour Highlights
Experience a diverse range of Borneo's iconic wildlife, including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, sun bears, and more.
Natural Wonders: Explore stunning landscapes, from ancient limestone caves to majestic mountains and lush rainforests.
Explore stunning landscapes, from ancient limestone caves to majestic mountains and lush rainforests.
Engage in activities like trekking, river cruises, and canopy walks, providing a thrilling experience.
Visit historic cities like Kuching and experience local markets and customs.
Support local communities and conservation efforts through visits to rehabilitation centers and national parks.
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Itinerary
What You'll Do
Arrive at the airport and transfer to your first hotel in Borneo. Spent the first day in Kuching with a guided tour to explore “City of Cat”. The next day, visit Bako National Park, one of Borneo’s oldest national parks, where you can explore its forests and wildlife. Enjoy a day of trekking through the rainforest and a 20-minute boat cruise to the Bako Peninsula. Lunch is included at the park canteen.
Meals: 1 Breakfast (D2) , 1 Lunch (D2)
Accommodation: The Marian Lodging House 2-star hotel, Kuching Imperial
Riverbank 3-star hotel, or similar
The journey begins with a transfer from Kuching airport for a domestic flight to Mulu. The extensive underground system in Mulu includes the spectacular and immense Sarawak Chamber which is the largest known natural cave chamber in the world. This is where you can also watch the spectacular bat flights in their pre-dawn cave exit. On day 2, visit Deer Cave and Clearwater Cave which are one of the largest single cave passages and one of the longest caves in the world respectively and ends with a picnic lunch at Clearwater summer huts. Experience Mulu’s natural wonders in this 3 Days 2 Nights stay at the Mulu National Park accommodation.
Meals: 2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Flight: Kuching to Mulu [ MH3752 1035 (KCH) – 1215 (MZV) ]
Accommodation: Park Garden Bungalow
Checkout before noon and transfer to Mulu airport for the departure flight to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival in this seafront city, check into the city hotel. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore the seafront promenade at leisure or souvenir shopping at one of the old streets. The next day, experience the beauty and history of Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs on this full-day tour. We head inland to discover the majestic Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in South East Asia, passing villages and paddy fields along the mountainous road. On a clear day, you will be able to see Mount Kinabalu and its surrounding valleys. We make a stop at Nabalu Market to shop for local natives products, homegrown vegetables, and handmade crafts. Kinabalu Park is Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its universal values and biological sites. Lunch is at a local restaurant near Poring Hot Springs, where you can soak in Japanese baths filled with sulfur water. The tour concludes with a 3-hour return journey to Kota Kinabalu.
Meals: 2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch (Day 5)
Meals: 1 Breakfast (Day 6)
Flight: Mulu – Kota Kinabalu [ MH3252 1240 (MZV) – 1335 (BKI) ]
Accommodation: Dreamtel Hotel, 3 stars or similar
Take a 50 minutes flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan and another 3.5 hours of drive to Sepilok. Check into the resort at Sepilok. After lunch, proceed to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre for the 1400hrs feeding time before visiting the nearby Sun Bear Conservation Centre and the Rainforest Discovery Centre. The main highlight is its 363m long canopy walkway which is one of the best places in Borneo to spot the many endemic Borneo bird species. After that, relax or go for a swim in the jungle lodge pool. Dinner and overnight at the resort.
Meals: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Accommodation: Resort @ Sepilok,Sepilok Jungle Resort, or similar
Flight: Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan [ AK6490 0945 (BKI) – 1035 (SDK) ] with 25 kg luggage
Leave for Sandakan city after breakfast. Enjoy a city tour that includes a visit to the local market and the English Tea House. Transfer to Kinabatangan River, to experience the best of Borneo’s nature and wildlife. The Kinabatangan River is one of best places in Borneo to spot wildlife including our red-haired cousins the orangutan, proboscis monkeys, Tarsiers, and also sightings of the endemic Bornean Pygmy Elephant. The best way to enjoy the river and her wild inhabitants are by jumping on a boat during the early hours of dusk and dawn. After checking in the river lodge, take a late afternoon wildlife cruise before dinner and overnight stay at the river lodge. Next day, wake up early for an early river cruise at about 6.00 am. Return to the river lodge for breakfast. In the late evening, take another river cruise to a different part of the river to discover more wildlife. Dinner and stay the second night at River lodge @ Kinabatangan River.
Meals: 2 Breakfast (D8 & 9), 2 Lunch (D8 & 9), 2 Dinner (D8 & 9)
Accommodation: River lodge @ Kinabatangan River, Bilit Adventure Lodge or similar
Today the tour concludes. After breakfast you will be transferred to Sandakan airport.
Meals: 1 Breakfast
Trip Details
Price
Adult (13+ years old): RM 5,300
Children (3-12), Ex – Bed: RM 3,975
Young Children (0-2), Sharing Bed: RM 1,590
Single Supplement (non-sharing room) : RM 1,450
Minimum 2 Adults to guarantee departure
Based on Twin Sharing Room basis
Departure Time
Depending on flight arrival
Meeting Point
Kuching International Airport
Tour End
Sandakan Airport
Availability
Valid till: 31/03/2025
Duration
10 days, 9 nights
Group Size
2 to 8 persons
Included
- Transportation & English- speaking driver/guide
- Meal are provided as stated in the itinerary
Twin sharing room:
- 2 nights @ The Marian Lodging House 2-star hotel, Kuching Imperial Riverbank 3-star hotel, or similar
- 2 nights @ Mulu National Park , Basic or similar
- 2 nights @ Kota Kinabalu Dreamtel Hotel, 3 stars, or similar
- 1 nights @ Sepilok Jungle Resort, 3 stars, or similar
- 2 nights @ River lodge @ Kinabatangan River, Bilit Adventure Lodge or similar
Domestic flight
- Kuching – Mulu [ MH3752 1035 (KCH) – 1215 (MZV) ] with 25 kg luggage
- Mulu – Kota Kinabalu [ MH3252 1240 (MZV) – 1335 (BKI) ] with 25 kg luggage
- Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan [ AK6490 0945 (BKI) – 1035 (SDK) ] with 25 kg luggage
Tour excursions:
- Bako National Park
- 3-day Mulu National Park
- Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs (canopy walk and hot springs)
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation
- Sun Bear Conservation Centre and the Rainforest Discovery Centre
- 2-day Kinabatangan River cruises
Not Included
- International flight connection to Borneo (ie. Kuching and from Kota Kinabalu)
- Juices and alcoholic beverages
- Tourism tax MYR 10.00 per bed/room is applicable for foreigners or non-Malaysians, payable upon check-in
- Tip/gratuity is at your discretion
- Camera & video fees at certain site visits
- Medical & travel insurance
- Hotel accommodation after the tour ends
- Any other items not in the tour itinerary
What to Bring
- Multiple sets of spare casual clothing, including long trousers and shorts, hat/cap, swimming costumes, sandals, and extra walking shoes.
- Personal care: small towel, toiletries, personal medication, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent.
- Camera and chargers, dry bag, torch/flashlight, and sunglasses.
- On day trips, bring snacks and extra mineral water.
- Passport with 6 months validity and spare pages (additional immigration check at Sarawak’s entry points) and travel insurance details.
Good to Know
- We recommend guests bring your own refillable water bottles and avoid using one-off plastic water bottles.
- During our tours, we recycle wherever possible, and try to keep our waste as low as possible. We discourage the use of plastic bags, and suggest that you bring your own dry bag or small waterproof backpack.
- Check out OUR RESPONSIBLE TOURISM COMMITMENT.(opens in a new tab)
- Please do not take pieces of coral or other endangered plant life home as a souvenir.
See What Our Guests Are Saying
I went on a great walking food tour with Delilah, who was an excellent guide. In addition to eating all manner of interesting goodies, from restaurants, street vendors and hawker courts, Delilah gave us a great historical and cultural look at Kuching too. Highly recommended. Skip breakfast and come empty!
This is my second trip to Kuching and my second time booking day trips with Paradesa and they did not disappoint. On this trip, I had my 8 year old and my 70++ parents with me and we did the Semenggoh Orangutan Sanctuary & Annah Rais Longhouse Day trip and the Wetlands Cruise. On each occasion, the guides assigned were helpful, informative and attentive to our varying needs (young and elderly both taken care of).
