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Borneo Adventure | 2027
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia)
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Ends in
Sandakan (Malaysia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 18, 2027 to OCT 17, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.
From
Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$2,366.40
Overview
Love lush jungle trails, river moments and spotting wildlife you’ve only ever seen on screen? This 9-day Borneo Adventure takes you deep into Sabah state. From orangutans and sun bears to proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants, you'll check out all the wonderful wildlife here. Plus, you’ll cook, create and connect in local villages, trek to Langanan Waterfall, and swap stories with your crew after jungle-filled days. Think vibrant markets, hands-on culture and stays that bring you closer to it all. If you’re after one of the most immersive Borneo tours out there, this is it.
Visited During Tour
Kinabatangan River (Malaysia) | Kiulu | Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia) | Kundasang | Sandakan (Malaysia) | Selingan Island (Malaysia) | Sepilok (Malaysia)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Borneo Adventure | 2027 tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 686-2662
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1Kota Kinabalu
Welcome to Malaysian Borneo! Starting in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah state, make your way to the hotel for our kickstart meeting at 4pm. After meeting the crew why not check out the bustling night markets for a delicious dinner.
Accommodations: Howard Johnson by Wyndham (or similar) -
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2Kota Kinabalu
Pristine beaches? Check. Crystal clear water? Yep. Free time to explore 'em all? You bet. Coastal relaxation or countryside expeditions (on a bicycle) - it's a DIY day!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Howard Johnson by Wyndham (or similar) -
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3Kota Kinabalu to Kiulu
This morning, we'll leave the buzz of Kota Kinabalu behind and hit the road for the lush landscapes of Kiulu. Watch the scenery shift from city streets to rolling green hills as we head deeper into Sabah’s countryside (AKA, your first taste of Borneo’s wild side).Hello Kiulu. Jump straight into local life with a cooking class and learn how to make four traditional dishes. Next, get stuck into jungle survival skills (think fire-making and bamboo crafting). After lunch, we'll settle into Kampung Lingga Homestay with a warm welcome, then learn Dalai bead-making and the secrets of Tapai rice wine from village elders. Tonight, share a cultural dinner, enjoy a lively dance performance, and wind down to the sounds of the jungle.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Kampung Lingga Homestay (or similar) -
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4Kiulu to Kundasang
Kickstart today with a sunrise walk in the village. Then it’s time to get hands-on again with a rubber tapping session alongside a local farmer. After breakfast, we'll wrap things up with a powerful Silat performance and a heartfelt farewell from our hosts.Ditch the villages for mountains as we make our way to Kundasang, near Kinabalu Park. The afternoon is all yours to wander through the Botanical Gardens, take in the highland views, or just relax and soak up a slower pace in this scenic spot.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Perkasa Hotel (or similar) -
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5Kundasang to Sepilok
Jungle trek to start off the day? Yep. This morning, we'll trek to Langanan Waterfall, winding through dense rainforest, past giant trees and bamboo groves. After around two hours, you’ll reach the real showstopper: a towering waterfall crashing down from over 120 metres. Take it all in before trekking back to our base.This afternoon, we'll make our way to Sepilok, where the pace slows right down. The rest of the day is yours to explore or relax. If you’re up for it, consider heading out on a night walk at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, where the jungle comes alive after dark with nocturnal wildlife and hidden creatures. Or take it easy and settle into your surroundings.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sepilok Jungle Resort (or similar) -
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6Sepilok to Selingan Island via Sandakan
Sepilok, you were stunning. But it's time for a mini island adventure. Kicking off the day, you’ll visit the lantern-lined Puu Jih Shih Buddhist temple. (Hope you're ready to witness some of the best hilltop views of your life!). Then it's off to Selingan Island where we'll grab lunch once we arrive. It’s time for some well-deserved R&R - on this beautiful island that's a safe haven for green and hawksbill turtles. So, drop your bags off at our resort, and get ready for a very special experience tonight. After dinner, you’ll have the chance to see a turtle laying eggs, and maybe even see baby turtles heading into the sea for the very first time. Awww!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Selingan Island Resort -
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7Selingan Island to Kinabatangan River via Sepilok
Goodbye Selingan, you’ve been lovely. But we’ve got so much more to explore! Guess what? This morning, we’re heading out to meet the cutest-ever (also the world’s smallest!) sun bears at a conservation centre. Then we’ll visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to see orangutans at a beautiful rainforest reserve. What’s next? We’ll make our way to catch a boat to our next stop - where you’ll get to see even more wildlife. (Don’t say we don’t spoil you…). Drop your bags. Sip some tea. Grab your binocs. Then, come along for a soothing boat ride along the Kinabatangan River. This is your chance to spot some of the rarest wildlife - even the smallest elephants in the world!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Bilit Adventure Lodge -
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8Kinabatangan River
Wake up with coffee and join us for an early morning river safari for wildlife watching (think rare monkeys, hornbills, gibbons and pygmy elephants - bathing in the morning sun!). And tonight? We’re hitting the jungle after dark in search of nocturnal creatures. Keep. Those. Eyes. Peeled.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Bilit Adventure Lodge -
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9Kinabatangan River to Sandakan
Don’t wanna say it but...our journey through Borneo's luscious forests has come to an end. Grab your final breakfast of the trip and hop on a transfer back to the airport. We'll arrive at Sandakan Airport for farewells. Don’t worry, there are plenty more destinations waiting to be explored, and plenty more memories to be made with your crew.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Borneo Adventure | 2027 tour:
Travelers Notes
* START/END TIMES: Trip starts in Kota Kinabalu at 4:00pm and ends in Sandakan at 12:00pm. Trip will end at Sandakan Airport. Contiki does not recommend booking flights from Sandakan before 2:00pm on the last day of the trip.* PLEASE NOTE: Single supplement is available for all nights in hotels, but Special Stays & the Kiulu Homestay are multi-share ONLY (single supplement does not apply on special stay nights)* LUGGAGES: An overnight bag is required for some nights on this trip.* POSSPORT/VISA : Full passport details are required 60 days prior to departure. Services cannot be booked without this information. Passport details should meet the following conditions: Name as per passport (including middle names), minimum 6 months validity and should be the passport the client will be travelling on. It is the passenger's responsibility to obtain all necessary visas. Please be aware that Contiki Holidays is unable to advise on the need to obtain visas as this information is regulated by individual governments and subject to change. * NOTE: Flight information is required in order to book arrival transfers.* INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is compulsory on all Contiki Asia trips.
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