Imagine Malaysia and Borneo

Journey through the exciting contrasts of mainland Malaysia from the towering modern city of KL to Malaysia's culinary hot spot, Penang, before flying to the extraordinary wildlife-filled jungles of Borneo home to tropical rainforests, rare and endemic wildlife and spectacular island paradises. You will be taken on a magical trip to absorb the majestic highlights of this country.

1. Days 1-3: Kuala Lumpur

   Once you have settled in at your hotel and enjoyed the open-air rooftop Sky Bar and pool it is time to explore the highlights of Kuala Lumpur.  Your private guide will show you the hidden side of the city from bustling Chow Kit Market to Little India. Interact with locals and experience the varied sites, smells and sounds of one of Asia's growing cities. Your guide will take you to see the beautiful Masjid Jamek mosque, one of the regions most reputable before exploring Chinatown where you will enjoy tea in a traditional tea house.

   Accommodation: Traders Hotel, Kuala Lumpur (2 nights)

2. Days 3-6: West Coast

   Fly to Penang, the foodie capital of Malaysia, known for its fruit farms and delicious culinary scene. Wander the markets sampling local food or independently explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Georgetown. Or why not taker a cycling tour of Penang's countryside?  Allowing you to explore the hidden charms of rural life and take the opportunity to meet residents of the local villages. Meander along laneways and across lush paddy fields and rolling hills seeing a different side to this beautiful island. You will also enjoy a heritage culinary walking tour of bustling Georgetown where you will have the opportunity to sample some of the local delicacies from steamed buns with roast port to delectable dim sum.

   Accommodation: 23LoveLane (3 nights)

3. Days 6-7: Sandakan and Sepilok

   This is where your Borneo adventure begins.  Enjoy one night to relax in the stylish and sustainable eco-lodge at MY Nature Resort in Sandakan, before continuing on your journey deeper into the lush Borneo Rainforest. 

   Accommodation: MY Nature Resort (1 night)

4. Days 7-9: Kinabatangan River

   Only accessible by boat, along the beautiful Kinabatangan River, arrive at the rustic stilted lodge of Abai Jungle Lodge. The perfect base to enjoy trekking through the tropical rainforests and cruising along the mesmerising meandering rivers as they carve their way through the jungle, you will spot an amazing array of rare and endemic wildlife including orangutans, proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants.

   Accommodation: Abai Jungle Lodge (2 nights)

5. Days 9-11: Danum Valley and Tabin

   Staying in one of Borneo’s most sought after lodges, here you will enjoy comfort and the most impressive area of jungle where you will awake to natures orchestra before spending your days navigating the river ways in search of some of Asia's rarest and most enchanting wildlife.  Also boasting a stunning canopy walkway through the treetops with multiple viewing platforms where you can spot orangutans, gibbons and elephants.

   Accommodation: Borneo Rainforest Lodge (2 nights)

6. Days 11-13: Islands and Beaches

   Arrive by boat for your last stop on your epic Malaysia and Borneo adventure at the enchanting Gaya Island. Here you will find golden sands, coral reefs, crystal clear waters and nestled into the island dense jungle lies Gaya Island Resort - the perfect location to while away time spent snorkeling or relaxing with a book before your return home.

   Accommodation: Gaya Island Resort (2 nights)

Sandakan, Kinabatangan River, Danum Valley, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Tioman Island