Wildlife Tours & Trips in Borneo
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10 best wildlife Borneo tours
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- Wildlife Trail Sabah
- Borneo Adventure
- Real Borneo
- Classic Borneo (from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu)
- Sabah Adventure (from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan)
- Wild Sarawak (14 destinations)
- Best of Borneo
- Indonesia: Borneo Orangutans of Tanjung Puting National Park
- Sandakan Explorer Safari
- Borneo Wildlife Highlights (Sabah)
Duration 6 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Kampung Kiau, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Poring, Sandakan, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Pulau Selangan, Sepilok Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel From
- US$1,989
Spot Borneo's unique wildlife at Semenggoh Orangutan Centre, Sepilok's sun bear sanctuary, and along Kinabatangan River. Watch proboscis monkeys in Bako National Park and witness turtle nesting on Selingan Island. Includes expert guides and comfortable lodges.
Duration 9 days Destinations Kuching, Bako National Park, Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Pulau Selangan, Sepilok, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary Age Range 18 to 45 year olds Operator Contiki From $2,714
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Real Borneo
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The highlight was seeing not 1 but 8 orangutan's in the wild!”
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Wildlife flourishes at Sepilok Orangutan Centre and during Kinabatangan River cruises. Pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, and flying foxes emerge during night walks at Rainforest Discovery Centre. Sun Bear Conservation Centre and pristine jungle habitats round out the adventure.
Duration 10 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Kundasang, Sepilok, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,050
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Track Borneo's unique wildlife at Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary and spot proboscis monkeys on Kinabatangan River. Visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre and explore Gomantong Cave's ecosystem. Search for marine life while snorkeling Manukan Island's reefs.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sandakan, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Kundasang, Kota Kinabalu, Manukan Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,355
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Duration 11 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Sepilok, Turtle Islands, Sandakan Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,460
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Duration 10 days Destinations Kuching, Bako National Park, Gunung Mulu National Park, Limbang, Labuan Island, Kota Kinabalu Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,895
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Wildlife viewing spans from orangutans at Semenggoh to proboscis monkeys in Bako National Park. Pygmy elephants frequent Kinabatangan River cruises, turtle conservation thrives on Turtle Island, and Sepilok's rehabilitation center nurtures wildlife. Strategic locations from jungle lodges to park accommodations enhance viewing.
Duration 20 days Destinations Kuching, Bako National Park, Gunung Mulu National Park, Limbang, Labuan Island, Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Sepilok, Turtle IslandsSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,190
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Duration 7 days Destinations Jakarta, Tanjung Harapan, Tanjung Puting National Park, Kumai, Pangkalan Bun Age Range 15 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $1,449
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Duration 3 days Destinations Sandakan, Pulau Selangan, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel From
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Borneo's wildlife sanctuaries unfold over 10 days, from Sepilok's orangutan rehabilitation to Tabin's 122,000-hectare reserve. Cruise Kinabatangan's waterways spotting proboscis monkeys, trek to active mud volcanoes, and take night walks seeking tarsiers and slow lorises. Jungle lodges offer chances to spot clouded leopards.
No departure dates availableDuration 10 days Destinations Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Poring, Sepilok, Sukau, Lahad Datu Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore!
What people love about Wildlife Tours in Borneo
- Borneo – East Sabah Adventure
On the 2. day of transportation from Kota Belud to Sungai Kinabatangen it was a 6 to 7 hour transport in a minibus. Roads are not the most smooth in the world. That is how it is, but it was no pleasure to be seaated on the last row in the bus. It would have been nice to be in a more compfortable verichle for this log trip
What our customers ask about Wildlife Tours & Trips in Borneo
When is the best time to go on a Wildlife tour in Borneo?
The dry season from March to October offers prime wildlife viewing in Borneo especially in the Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary and Danum Valley. Morning river safaris in Kinabatangan provide clear views of orangutans proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants. A recent visitor at the Kinabatangan River Lodge shared their experience of "waking to the distant calls of gibbons and hornbills" which showcases the rich wildlife activity during these months.
What are the must-see wildlife highlights during a tour in Borneo?
Borneo's wildlife circuit centers around key locations. The Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre let visitors observe rescued animals up close. The Kinabatangan River system hosts 10 primate species including proboscis monkeys wild orangutans and pygmy elephants plus more than 200 bird species. A visitor recently shared: "Rounding a bend in the Kinabatangan river to come across a whole herd of pygmy elephants including mothers with their calves and all within a few feet from our boats was simply unforgettable."
What type of accommodation can I expect on a Wildlife tour in Borneo?
Lodging options range from standard hotels to riverside lodges and eco-resorts. The Bilit Adventure Lodge near Kinabatangan River provides air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms right by the water. Near the orangutan sanctuary the Sepilok Jungle Resort offers convenient rooms just 5 minutes away. A recent guest noted: "The jungle lodges were surprisingly comfortable while still maintaining an authentic rainforest experience with the sounds of wildlife all around."
How many days should I plan for a comprehensive Wildlife tour in Borneo?
A thorough wildlife experience needs 10-15 days to explore the main sanctuaries and reserves. The Classic Borneo tour runs 10 days through Sepilok Kinabatangan and nearby areas. The Best of Borneo extends to 20 days for deeper exploration. A recent visitor observed: "The 15-day Wildlife Discoverer tour gave us enough time to really experience the diversity of Borneo's wildlife."