Borneo vacations 2020 & 2021
Blanketed with some of the richest equatorial rainforest in the world, Borneo shelters rare species and indigenous tribes and claims dramatic scenery. Our Borneo specialists have journeyed along the rivers and trekked jungle trails so they can advise on the most authentic experiences and remote jungle lodges the country has to offer. Encouraging you to get off the beaten path, we can tailor-make a Borneo vacation to match your interests, employing specialist guides and arranging stays at enviable hotels.
The island is divided between three countries: the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak in the north, the Indonesian state of Kalimantan to the south, and the tiny sultanate of Brunei. Orangutans, pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys and clouded leopards thrive in Borneo’s conservation areas, while, off the coast, reefs teem with tropical fish and turtles. Adventures range from climbing Mount Kinabalu to exploring cave networks, visiting the longhouses of the local Iban tribe or cruising the Kinabatangan River.
Suggested itineraries for Borneo
These itineraries give you a starting point for what your trip to Borneo could entail. They cover routes we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favorite places to stay. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
Snapshot of Sabah
Jungles & beaches of Malaysia and Borneo
Borneo's Rivers, Mountains and Beaches
Wild Borneo
Grand tour of Borneo
Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made journeys
- Fully protected travel
- Established for 20 years
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Borneo.
Borneo in pictures
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Enjoy a glass of rice wine with local village elders -
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Take a guided tour of Kuching -
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Trek up Mount Kinabalu -
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Explore the 'Lost World' of the Maliau Basin -
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View the wildlife of the Kinabatangan River -
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Watch turtles hatching on Turtle Island -
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Take a canopy walk in Danum Valley -
![Deer Cave, Mulu National Park, Malaysian Borneo]()
Explore the caves in Mulu National Park
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Our expert guides to traveling in Borneo
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Borneo. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Borneo at its best.
Introducing Borneo
Southeast Asia specialist Nicki describes her highlights of Borneo, including the wildlife, rainforests and beautiful beaches.
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
This guide features recommendations for things to do in Borneo. It focuses on the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, which offer a lot of variety in a smaller radius than Indonesian Borneo.
Luxury vacations in Borneo
Our specialists can create the perfect luxury tailor-made vacation to Borneo for you. A top destination for wildlife enthusiasts, and with plenty of unspoiled beaches, we can advise on the best luxury accommodation to suit your preferences.
Walking & trekking in Borneo
Smothered in a blanket of lush rainforest leading right up to the coast, Borneo is an island best explored on foot. From a gentle afternoon walk along the lofty canopy walkways of the Danum Valley to a challenging hike down into the lost world of the Maliau Basin, the landscape offers experiences that will appeal to every level of fitness.
Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?
Although Borneo is the place to see orangutans in the wild, its political separation as part Malaysia, part Indonesia does leave you with choices for where to plan your orangutan-spotting trip. Our expert Sophie helps you decide: Indonesian or Malaysian Borneo?
Honeymoons in Borneo
Plan your perfect honeymoon to Borneo with Audley. Discover some of the best properties, places and wildlife on offer and how we can make your honeymoon in Borneo extra special.
Borneo family vacations
Borneo specialist Sophie explains why Malaysian Borneo is a great family vacation destination. She recommends engaging ways to spot wildlife, experience tribal cultures and have jungle adventures.
Kinabatangan river cruises
A Kinabatangan river cruise is a real highlight of any Audley tailor-made trip to Borneo. You will have a good opportunity of seeing some of the best wildlife in Southeast Asia.
Travel responsibly: Borneo
In our opinion, Borneo offers some of the best wildlife experiences in the world and we’re keen to keep it that way. Our Borneo specialists revisit the island regularly to ensure your trip benefits its people and widlife positively — learn more in this guide.
