Borneo Adventure Tour
Discover a mix of history and nature on the Borneo Adventure tour, visit magnificent Kinabalu Park an area of great biodiversity with a variety of flora and fauna to be explored beneath the shadow of Mount Kinabalu. In Kuching discover a peaceful colonial gem, before entering the infamous Head-hunter’s territory to stay in a traditional longhouse. Unwind from the Borneo Adventure tour on the secluded sands of Damai Beach.
"Borneo has everything to offer the adventurous traveller. Jungle landscapes, colonial architecture and unspoilt tropical beaches complete this beautiful and intriguing destination."
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■ Kota Kinabalu: Kinabalu National Park
■ Kuching: Afternoon city tour
■ Lemanak River: Longboat journey
■ Overnight in a longhouse in an Iban village
■ Damai Beach: Secluded beach
Borneo Adventure Itinerary
Day 1 - London Heathrow/Kuala Lumpur
Your holiday begins with a non-stop overnight flight on Malaysia Airlines.
Day 2-3 - Kuala Lumpur
Enjoy two days at leisure.
Hotel: The Equatorial Hotel (RO)
Day 4 - Kuala Lumpur/Kota Kinabalu
A full-day tour of Kinabalu Park. Located 1623 m above sea level and covering an area of 754sq km,
the Kinabalu Park is home to Mount Kinabalu and a botanist’s paradise with several varieties of
orchids, rhododendrons, ferns and other plants, and hundreds of species of rare birds.
In the morning take a jungle trail through the tropical mountain forest and, after lunch,
continue on to Poring, where you will enjoy the dramatically different landscape of the lowland
rainforest.
Hotel: Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort (L)
Day 6 - Kota Kinabalu
Enjoy the day at leisure.
Hotel: Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort (RO)
Day 7 - Kota Kinabalu/Kuching
Early morning flight to Kuching and the Malaysian state of Sarawak, on Borneo’s northwest
coast, with an intriguing past of legendary Head-hunters. Enjoy an included afternoon
city tour.
Hotel: Hilton Kuching. (RO)
Day 8 - Kuching/Lemanak River
Just after dawn, depart for the Lemanak River and journey by road passing through lush green
countryside dotted with paddy fields, pepper gardens and rubber plantations, and flanked by
rugged jungle-clad mountains. Along the way, stop off at the Serian farmer’s market, visit a
pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Stop for lunch at a roadside bazaar deep
in Iban country. Arrive at Lemanak jetty mid-afternoon for a longboat ride up the Lemanak
River, passing through typical Borneo countryside with an ancient longhouse tucked behind
almost every bend in the river.
Hotel: Serubah Longhouse, a traditional ‘longhouse’.
Please note: this accommodation is not air conditioned and has very
basic facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Lemanak River/Damai Beach
After a morning in the tribal village, travel by river back to Kuching. Located on 90 acres
of prime sea-front land overlooking the South China Sea and framed by the lush tropical
forest of Mount Santubong, this resort style property offers land and sea-sports activities
for complete fun and relaxation, and a variety of dining and entertainment options.
Hotel: Damai Beach Resort (B,L)
Day 10 - Damai Beach
A day at leisure.
Hotel: Damai Beach Resort (RO)
Day 11 - Kuching/Kuala Lumpur/London
Heathrow - Transfer back to Kuching. Fly Malaysia Airlines to Kuala Lumpur to connect
with flight to London Heathrow.
Day 12 - London Heathrow
Early morning arrival at London Heathrow.
Inclusions
- ■ Sightseeing as specified
- ■ All entrance fees as appropriate
- ■ Air-conditioned transportation
- ■ Meals included as detailed; Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), No meals (RO)
Please Note:
Local conditions can and do change, sometimes at short notice and it is possible
that we may be advised to change the programme or running of any excursions or tour,
including accommodation, sometimes without prior notification. Local domestic airport
taxes are not included and are payable locally (approx £10 each segment).
This tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties.
Please be aware:
2009 itineraries may vary slightly to the 2010 itinerary shown.
Please contact reservations for more information. Prices can increase or
decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
