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10 Day Borneo Itinerary, incl. Kota Kinabalu and Sepilok
Malaysian wildlife tour spans 6 destinations from Kota Kinabalu over 10 days. Highlights feature orangutan viewing at Sepilok, wildlife cruises on Kinabatangan River, cultural immersion in Kiulu Valley villages, and snorkeling at Pandan Pandan Island. Accommodations vary from jungle lodges to traditional bamboo huts.
- Days 1-2
Kota Kinabalu & Kiulu Valley
Begin your journey in Kota Kinabalu, the bustling capital of Sabah. Spend your first day exploring local markets and the Sabah Museum. On day two, venture to Kiulu Valley for village walks and local culture. "The homestay in the traditional bamboo hut was incredible – falling asleep to jungle sounds is unforgettable." The jungle humidity is strong, so pack clothes that dry quickly.
- Days 3-4
Kundasang & Sepilok
Take a trek through Kiulu to reach Kundasang near Mount Kinabalu. Next, head to Sepilok to visit the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. The Rainforest Discovery Centre offers a 28m-high canopy walk. Get there by 4pm to spot flying squirrels and slow lorises on the night walk. You'll sleep in a jungle lodge right in the rainforest.
- Days 5-6
Kinabatangan River
This is where you'll see the most wildlife. Go on several river cruises to look for wild orangutans, proboscis monkeys and maybe even pygmy elephants. One visitor wrote: "We saw not one but eight orangutans in the wild!" Tip: Bring binoculars and stay quiet during early morning cruises for the best wildlife viewing.
- Days 7-8
Usukan Cove & Island Hopping
Head to Usukan Cove on the west coast. Take a boat to Pandan Pandan Island for snorkeling with sea turtles and rays. Go snorkeling early before the wind picks up. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and wear a rash guard to protect from the sun.
- Days 9-10
Kota Kinabalu
Back in Kota Kinabalu, explore the local culture. Visit the Koisaan Cultural Village to learn about indigenous life in Borneo. End your trip with dinner at the waterfront restaurants. Ask locals where to find the best fresh seafood.
10 Days in Borneo, incl. Kuching and Kota Kinabalu
A 10-day odyssey across Malaysian Borneo unfolds with 3 nights in Kuching, 3 nights in Mulu National Park, and concludes with beach time on Labuan Island before reaching Kota Kinabalu.
- Day 1
Kuching
Begin your Borneo journey in Kuching, the capital of Sarawak. The waterfront promenade comes alive from 4-7 PM when food vendors set up their stalls. Head to the Main Bazaar area to try Sarawak laksa, a local specialty that costs around $3-4 per bowl.
- Day 2
Bako National Park
A 45-minute van ride followed by a 20-minute boat trip takes you to Bako National Park. If you're visiting during monsoon season (November-February), consider taking motion sickness pills as the boat ride can get rough. The Lintang Trail stretches 4 km and offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Pack proper hiking shoes as the trails get muddy.
- Day 3
Semenggoh & Kuching
Start your day at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre. Orangutan feedings take place at 9 AM and 3 PM. Remember to stay quiet and keep a 5-meter distance from the animals. Spend your afternoon at the Sarawak Museum learning about local indigenous cultures.
- Days 4-5
Gunung Mulu National Park
Book a morning flight to Mulu to avoid weather-related delays common in the afternoon. The famous Deer Cave and Lang Cave are a 3 km walk from park headquarters. A fellow traveler noted: "The bat exodus at sunset was mind-blowing. Get to the observation point by 5:30 PM to secure a good spot."
- Days 6-7
Headhunter's Trail
This 12 km trek requires good physical fitness. Pack light but bring leech socks and dry bags for river crossings. Trekking poles will help with slippery wooden walkways. Overnight stays are in basic jungle camps with shared facilities and limited electricity after 10 PM.
- Day 8
Labuan Island
Take an early 2-hour ferry to Labuan Island. Spend the afternoon at Pancur Hitam beach known for its crystal-clear waters. Plan your meals around local restaurant hours as many close between 2-4 PM.
- Days 9-10
Kota Kinabalu
The journey to Kota Kinabalu takes 3 hours by ferry and bus. Visit the Sunday Market near the waterfront for local crafts. The night market offers excellent seafood but arrive by 7 PM before popular items sell out. If you want to climb Mount Kinabalu, book permits several months in advance.
10 Days in Malaysia, incl. Kuala Lumpur and Penang
Malaysian tour links 5 major cities: Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Taman Negara, Cameron Highlands, and Penang over 10 days. Luxurious stays include 9 nights in premium hotels, featuring 5-star Ramada Plaza Malacca and Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur.
- Days 1-2
Malacca and Kuala Lumpur
Start your journey in historic Malacca, just 2 hours from KL airport. A local traveler shares: "The local guide timed our Malacca River cruise perfectly for sunset, when the old shophouses cast beautiful reflections on the water." Visit Cheng Hoon Teng Temple early morning before tourist crowds arrive. Explore Jonker Street in late afternoon when temperatures cool down. Head back to KL for your overnight stay.
- Day 3
Kuala Lumpur
Beat the heat by visiting Independence Square early in the day. Visit Petronas Towers right before dusk to see both daylight views and evening light shows. Get to Batu Caves by 8AM to avoid crowds and peak humidity. Remember to bring modest clothing for mosque visits.
- Days 4-5
Taman Negara
Getting here takes time: a 2.5-hour drive plus a 3-hour boat ride. Consider motion sickness pills if needed. You'll need leech socks for jungle walks and quick-dry clothes. The canopy walkway is spectacular but can be intimidating. Visit early for fewer people and cooler temps. A recent visitor noted: "The night jungle walk was a highlight. Our guide spotted sleeping birds and fluorescent fungi I would have missed completely."
- Days 6-7
Cameron Highlands
The 4-hour mountain drive brings you to cooler temperatures. Pack a light jacket. Visit BOH Tea Plantation first thing in the morning (closed Mondays) before clouds appear. Wear proper hiking shoes for the slippery Mossy Forest trails. Schedule strawberry farm visits for afternoon when skies are usually clearer.
- Days 8-10
Penang
Stop at Kek Look Tong Temple during your drive from Cameron Highlands. In George Town, photograph the street art early before crowds form. A traveler suggests: "Take the first funicular up Penang Hill around 9AM—the queue gets crazy by mid-morning and the heat can be intense." Experience the famous hawker centers in the evening when they come alive.
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- Real Borneo (6 destinations)
This trip was so much fun! It was really well coordinated with the right amount of free time. The first hotel in kota kinabalu is extremely nice but there are heaps of other cheaper hotels quite close if you're staying an extra day. If you want to see the city, stay an extra day or two as you don't get much time included in the tour. 1-2 days in KK would be enough as it's pretty small. Sepilok is really cool and there are heaps of things to do, however a lot of them are guided tours and they cost quite a bit. If you're trying to save, you could just opt to stay at the hotel as it has a pool and a restaurant. Wifi is only in the restaurant area and rooms have fans, no air con. Next is the eco camp which is really cool as it's right in the middle of the jungle. There are SO many mosquitos so don't think you can get away without repellant. Bring snacks as there's no where to get food outside of meal times. You'll probably also want lots of loose, long clothes to avoid sunburn. The tree planting you do here was pretty average but I guess cool to see. At lunch we got to do a cooking class which was pretty cool. The Batu Tulug caves were nice and worth a visit. The homestay depends a lot on your family but it's great to see how locals live. There's no wifi here or on the river at the eco camp, so if you need to check more than once every couple of days, get a local sim (they're pretty cheap anyway). Next you stay in the Kinabalu national park, which was bloody great for us because we got upgraded to this really fancy room. Once again there's no wifi and you have to buy something at a really expensive restaurant to use it. Food is all buffet here which is really fun. The hike was awesome and you can read reviews on it elsewhere, but some things specific to geckos might put some people off this tour. Firstly, we had some people on our group who had chronic medical conditions such as asthma. They were only told the day before the climb that they wouldn't be covered by insurance and if they wanted to climb it would be at their own risk. If you have something like this, it would be worth getting more comprehensive insurance and clarifying what this means for you with geckos before you go, as only learning about this the day before doesn't allow much time for decision making. Secondly, our group leader decided that we wouldn't go all the way to the summit as the weather was really bad. This was fine as we still got to base camp and got to do another smaller walk, and it's totally understandable of our group leader to put our safety first. However, a lot of other people went to the summit regardless (ie people not on our tour) and so if you're really really keen to get to the top, there's a risk you won't be able to with this tour. The poring hot springs were awesome as there are heaps of things to do there, but mostly the beds are comfortable which you'll need after the hike! The small waterfall (you'll find out when you get there) is awesome and definitely worth the 15 minute walk. The hot springs themselves are sort of gross, especially at the end of the day, as they get sort of dirty and you can see hair in them! So it's worth getting a private spa. There's also no wifi here but local cafes (ie across the road from the resort) have it. It's best to eat there too as the restaurant at the resort is really expensive. On the last day we didn't get back to KK until about 5pm and our guide organised a snorkelling trip for those of us who were still there for the next day which was really really good. Our tour guide, Felix, was absolutely awesome and was so passionate about Sabah and wildlife. This tour is a really comprehensive tour of Sabah and you get to see so much. It may seem expensive per day but we had a lot of transfers (including a flight) and got to climb Mt Kinabalu, and some of the hotels were a lot nicer than expected. One thing to keep in mind is that Malaysia is a Muslim country and for us they were celebrating ramadan at the time. This meant that a few restaurants were closed but we always found somewhere to go. We also got to experience the ramadan bazaars which were really cool! However it would have been marginally easier to go at a different time of year. This is also a great introduction into hiking and wildlife types of holidays if you haven't done that before. Sabah is a great place to travel and this tour makes it really easy and shows you the best bits.
- Borneo – East Sabah Adventure
Fantastically paced tour with plenty to do. We were very lucky to see an orangutan in the wild as well as plenty at the sanctuary. We were fortunate to release baby turtles and saw a variety of animals on the boat tours including crocodiles, monkeys, wild boar, snakes, bird...I would thoroughly recommend this trip!! A small taste of Borneo, I can't wait to see more!!
- Malaysia and Singapore Highlights
This tour was sooo much fun but you definitely need more time in Malaysia and Singapore