Borneo Family Holiday Comfort

Overview

Destination:

Malaysia,

Start:Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Finish:Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Duration:10 days

Type:Group tour (max 16)

Style:

Adventure,

Family,

Wildlife,

Tripcode:

1476

Travel Period

December 2024 - December 2026

Pack up the troupe and head into Borneo's lush jungles on a family adventure. Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys on a scenic cruise down the Kinabatangan River, or watch intelligent orangutangs on a visit to one of Borneo's best animal sanctuaries. Learn about a bygone era with an eye-opening visit to a Dusun village and wander through vast tea plantations in Ranau. Stop off at the idyllic Dinawan Island and see the colourful fish living beneath its shimmering waters. Everywhere you look, this island is brimming with unforgettable memories.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

01. Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
02. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old.
03. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel.
04. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer to have your own room. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
05. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
06. Borneo is a tropical country so rain can be expected at any time. The wet period in Borneo runs from November to February. Temperatures remain fairly constant year round with averages of 27-32°C/80-89°F and relative humidity of around 80%. Consider bringing a portable small neck fan with you to keep you and your family cool.
07. Many hotels outside of the big cities of Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan have been built so travellers can enjoy the countryside, forest/mountain views, where people can wake up to nature sounds not cars. Many of the hotels we use are in such locations and can be quite remote. So access to restaurants are limited.
08. Borneo’s food is known for being fairly mild, with high reliance on fresh fruit and vegetables.
The cuisine is a mix of Chinese, Malay and Indian. Cuisine staples include grilled fish, barbecued prawns, fried rice, noodles, and local vegetables seasoned with garlic, ginger, and rich sauces. Fish and chicken based soups with noodles cooked in a hot clay pot are very traditional.
09. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Eastern Sabah before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. Further information can be found in our "Safety" section of the Essential Trip Information. You can find links to prominent government travel advisories our Travel Alerts page https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/travel-alerts

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01. Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you. 02. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old. 03. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel. 04. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer to have your own room. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 05. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel. 06. Borneo is a tropical country so rain can be expected at any time. The wet period in Borneo runs from November to February. Temperatures remain fairly constant year round with averages of 27-32°C/80-89°F and relative humidity of around 80%. Consider bringing a portable small neck fan with you to keep you and your family cool. 07. Many hotels outside of the big cities of Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan have been built so travellers can enjoy the countryside, forest/mountain views, where people can wake up to nature sounds not cars. Many of the hotels we use are in such locations and can be quite remote. So access to restaurants are limited. 08. Borneo’s food is known for being fairly mild, with high reliance on fresh fruit and vegetables. The cuisine is a mix of Chinese, Malay and Indian. Cuisine staples include grilled fish, barbecued prawns, fried rice, noodles, and local vegetables seasoned with garlic, ginger, and rich sauces. Fish and chicken based soups with noodles cooked in a hot clay pot are very traditional. 09. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Eastern Sabah before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. Further information can be found in our "Safety" section of the Essential Trip Information. You can find links to prominent government travel advisories our Travel Alerts page https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/travel-alerts

What's Included

Meals: Meals: 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners.
Transport: Private Minivan, Boat, Plane.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel (2 nights), Cottage (1 night), Resort (4 nights), Tented Villa (2 nights).
Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
Dusun Village - Guided village walk.
Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Spotting Cruise.
Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Spotting Cruise.
Kinabatangan River - Dawn wildlife cruise.
Kinabatangan River - Night wildlife Spotting cruise.
Kinabatangan River - RESPECT (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit & elephant grass planting.
Sepilok - Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
Dinawan Island - Marine Ecosystem Program.
Dinawan Island - Snorkeling Trip.

Dates & Pricing

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Your Itinerary

Day 1: Kota Kinabalu

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Day 2: Dusun Village

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Day 3: Kinabatangan River

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Day 4: Kinabatangan River

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Day 5: Sepilok

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Day 6: Sepilok

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Day 7: Dinawan Island

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Day 8: Dinawan Island

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Day 9: Kota Kinabalu

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Day 10: Kota Kinabalu

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