Sabah Tours & Trips
Ever thought about watching orangutans swing through jungle canopy in their actual home? Sabah in Malaysian Borneo delivers that at Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre. Try a Kinabatangan River cruise for spotting wildlife, Gomantong Cave with its massive limestone chambers, and trekking through jungles near Bilit. Tambatuon village lets you cook with locals and see how daily life actually works here.
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claire • traveled in November
Awesome adveturous tour. Includes jungle stay (pic above) where we went spotlighting wildlife at night, slept in a tree house, planted trees for reforestation and went out on the river to look for monkeys and orangutangs along the river banks. We also did a homestay. Due to the earth quake this year we couldnt climb kinabalu but we still did a very challenging trek through cave systems in the junlge and by doing this Geckos were making sure hte mountain guides weren't out of work while the mountain trails were repaired. Our guide was so knowledgable having grown up in the jungle since the age of 4. The country is full of wildlife, the people are friendly and the place is non touristy. Meals and beer were cheap. wifi in the country is dodgy. I would definately go back to see the other half of the country one day... My tip pack lots of quick dry sports clothing because the jungle is HOT! Our group was a good mix of international people, all young, fit, active and most importantly easy going!
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Jort • traveled in March, 2026
Booking the trip was easy, and also getting an extra night and transfer from the airport to the hotel was good to organise. I had a warm welkom from the guide, who let us get to know each other and explained everything very well. Het put in allot of energy to tell us everything so there would be no surprise. Every day he would tel us what the plan was and asked what we liked, then he would try extra hard to make everything go good. I could not make it to the mounted top because I got sick, he walkt down with me and took goos care. We did some great optional things. If you go here, try to have him as your guide.
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Richard • traveled in September, 2025
Excellent tour, thoughtfully put together. Lots of wildlife to see. Guides and accommodation excellent. Food provision good.
Journeys: Best of Borneo National Geographic
The best Sabah tour packages
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- Real Borneo
- Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu
- Journeys: Best of Borneo National Geographic
- Borneo & the Malaysian Peninsula
- Kuala Lumpur & Borneo Explorer - 11 days
- Borneo Sarawak and Sabah Discovery
- Orou Sapulot 3 Days
- Borneo Adventure
- Sandakan Explorer Safari
- Customized 10 Days Malaysia Borneo Wildlife Tour, Daily Start & Private Guide
Real Borneo
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I was incredibly impressed by all aspects of the tour. I felt I was given the best experience possible.”
Rachel, traveled in February
This 10-day wildlife adventure through Sabah costs approx. $110 per day, suitable for ages 18+. Jungle lodges near Kinabatangan River provide bases for orangutan viewing at Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre and Kiulu Valley treks. Traditional homestays, Pandan Pandan Island snorkeling, and night walks searching for slow lorises and flying squirrels included. Features 8 breakfasts and cultural activities like Dusun martial arts shows and cooking classes, with accommodations from bamboo huts to 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sandakan, Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Kundasang, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Dinawan Island, Kota Kinabalu Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$1,125
Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had an amazing time on our adventure in Borneo. We had a great group of people with us.”
Lynn, traveled in March
Sabah's natural treasures range from Sepilok Orangutan Centre to Mt Kinabalu's 4,095m peak. Wildlife viewing on Kinabatangan River, conservation work at Turtle Island, and cultural immersion at Tambatuon village create lasting memories. Jungle lodges, guided safaris, and morning summit climb included.
Duration 11 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Pulau Libaran, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Poring Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $3,099
25% Off- US$2,324You save $775
Journeys: Best of Borneo National Geographic
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip - loads of beautiful nature with like minded people. Great explanations, information and discussion.”
Rhonda, traveled in October
Wildlife viewing awaits at Sepilok Orangutan Centre and Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Boat tours on Kinabatangan River reveal pygmy elephants and proboscis monkeys. Nighttime safaris at Tabin Wildlife Reserve complement stays in rainforest lodges throughout this wildlife-rich region.
Duration 12 days Destinations Kuching, Gunung Mulu National Park, Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Sukau, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures From $4,649
30% Off- US$3,254You save $1,395
Borneo & the Malaysian Peninsula
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great sights, great food, and cultural immersion in distinct cities make for an unforgettable experience.”
Philip, traveled in April
Sabah's natural wonders unfold from Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary to Kinabatangan River cruises. Rest at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort and Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, with dawn wildlife spotting and night walks available.
Duration 14 days Destinations Sepilok, Sandakan, Sukau, Pulau Langkawi Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $4,048
7% Off- US$3,750You save $298
This 11-day private tour pairs Kuala Lumpur's Petronas Twin Towers and Batu Caves with Sabah's wildlife-rich rainforests, including three Kinabatangan River cruises where you'll spot orangutans, pygmy elephants, and proboscis monkeys. Stay in 4-star KL hotels, a jungle lodge near Sepilok, then enjoy four leisure days at a 5-star Kota Kinabalu resort for beach time and island hopping.
Duration 11 days Destinations Kuala Lumpur, Sandakan, Sepilok, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Kinabatangan, Kota Kinabalu, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Poring Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From
7% Off- US$2,480
Borneo Sarawak and Sabah Discovery
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We also saw proboscis monkeys, macaques and a gibbon in the wild as well as a range of birds and other mammals.”
Michelle, traveled in November
Wildlife viewing at Sepilok Sanctuary, Kinabatangan River, and Tabin Reserve awaits. Comfortable eco-lodges serve as base camps for spotting orang-utans, proboscis monkeys, and pygmy elephants. Professional naturalists lead guided night walks and river cruises.
Duration 16 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Poring, Sukau, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sandakan Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $5,640
3% Off- US$5,470You save $170
This 3-day community-based eco-tourism project takes you through Sabah's remote interior, heading from Kota Kinabalu through Keningau to Sapulot's primary rainforest via river transfers. Climb the legendary 800-foot Batu Punggul limestone pinnacle, check out Pungiton Caves with underground streams, and trek to hidden waterfalls while staying at basic Pungiton Camp and MunorAulai Guesthouse in Romol Village. Small groups of 2-8 travelers ages 12+ can try traditional Murut cuisine, watch local dancing, and see integrated farming—activities that directly benefit conservation and local communities in this authentic Borneo trip.
Duration 3 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Keningau, Sapulut Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel From
3% Off- US$574+$6 local payments
