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Things to Do in Malaysia

Where do we start with the love of this country and what there is to do here? Discovering the metropolitan Kuala Lumpur is a good starting point before heading off to explore the dense Borneo Rainforest, where you can walk through the treetops on the suspended canopy walkways looking out for pygmy elephants and orangutans before enjoying some respite on one of Sabah's beautiful outer islands.

Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Rainforest Trek

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

Accompanied by your expert guide, trek through the pristine primary rainforest of the Danum Valley. This is one of the oldest rainforests in the world, filled with wonderful wildlife, astonishing plants, tumbling waterfalls and mysterious rock pools.

Tabin - Lipad Waterfall

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

After breakfast, travel by vehicle to the 'core area' of the reserve, stopping off en route for some wildlife spotting and photography opportunities before starting your trek into the rainforest to visit the Lipad Waterfall.

Sepilok Orangutan and Sun Bear Sanctuary

Sandakan and Sepilok, Borneo, Malaysia

Visit the famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Here you will have a chance to see successfully rehabilitated orangutans coming to feeding platforms, and perhaps even juvenile orangutans during one of their daily training sessions.

Tabin - Night Safari

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

After dinner, take an evening drive into the rainforest to try and spot some of the reserve's nocturnal wildlife. Away from the lights of the lodge, this is also a great opportunity for some stargazing.

Tabin - Early Morning Bird Walk

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

Early in the morning, set off for a walk to try and spot some of the wonderful birdlife that can be found around the Tabin Wildlife Reserve.

Sukau Rainforest Lodge - Kelenanap Oxbow Lake

Kinabatangan River, Borneo, Malaysia

Start early this morning and take a boat cruise up the Kinabatangan River to the Kelenanap Oxbow Lake. The early morning is a great time to spot wildlife, and experience the rainforest coming alive as the sun rises.

Borneo Rainforest Lodge - “Coffin Cliff” Trek

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

Trek up to the “Coffin Cliff”, an ancient burial site of the Kadazandusun tribe, passing through picturesque rainforest and past waterfalls. You will also take in the best views of Danum Valley, and enjoy a refreshing dip in a natural Jacuzzi pool.

Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Night Safari

Danum Valley and Tabin, Borneo, Malaysia

Hop into the back of an open-air truck for a night safari; a great time to see nocturnal primates such as the slow loris, flying red squirrel, samba deer, and civets. Your guide will use a strong torch to search for wildlife as you bump along the track.

Sukau Rainforest Lodge - River Cruise

Kinabatangan River, Borneo, Malaysia

Take a cruise along the Kinabatangan River, keeping an eye out for the local wildlife, which can include crocodiles, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, hornbills and sometimes even the elusive orangutan.

Batu Caves & Royal Selangor Pewter Tour

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This half day tour will take you to the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, where you will visit Malaysia's most prestigious pewter factory as well as the Batu Caves; one of the country's most iconic and holy sites.

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