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Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know Borneo, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
The Orangutan sancturary at Sepilok
The center rehabilitates orphaned orangutans and those that have been held in captivity. It's set amidst dense jungle and you can take a walk into the jungle to see them in their natural environment.
Iban Headhunters & Borneo Jungle
The day is spent exploring the area by longboat and visiting the traditional longhouses of the Iban people. The Iban were notorious headhunters until the middle of this century, slaughtering their enemies and then preserving their heads to bring good fortune.
Explore Tanjung Datu National Park
After an early breakfast you will begin your walk into Tanjung Datu National Park. This walk will take around two hours and although it is not a particularly difficult walk, the terrain is undulating and the trail rarely walked — making it a bit of an adventure.
Wildlife exploration of the Kinabatangan River
Guests will journey up one of the smaller tributaries of the Kinabatangan River such as the Menangle River. Wildlife abounds in this part of Borneo, and you may see chattering monkeys and many species of birds.
Danum Valley night safari
Join one of the park's open-top 4x4 safari vehicles and head out on a shared night safari through the dense rainforest with a driver and guide.
Cooking lesson with a local family
A Malay, Indian or Chinese family living in Kuching will invite you into their home and show you how to make traditional local food.
Helicopter trip to Mount Kinabalu
This flight takes you on an unforgettable journey around the mighty Mount Kinabalu, standing at 4,095 meters, where you will enjoy stunning views of the endless Crocker Range, home to some of the world's oldest rainforests.
North Borneo steam locomotive day trip
Enjoy the unique sights and sounds of local villages, paddy fields, mangrove jungle and pristine coastal beaches as you while away a leisurely day in comfort.
Kayaking Rainforest Adventure
This is a great experience for nature lovers and the adventurous. After a 40-minute drive from town you arrive at the mist covered hillsides around Bengoh, a delightful Bidayuh village.
Rafting on the Kiulu River
The rafting will take approximately two hours and you will then have lunch before returning to Kota Kinabalu. The rafting here is grade 1-2.
Mount Kinabalu Climb — 2 Days
The Park Headquarters is located at 1,550 meters and your aim on the first day is to reach Laban Rata at around 3,200 meters. You are accompanied by your guide who is assigned at the Park Headquarters.
