Jungles & beaches of Malaysia and Borneo
Borneo and Malaysia
Borneo vacations 2020 & 2021
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With our flexibility promise, and a dedicated expert to advise you while you plan, you can book with certainty with Audley.
Rich equatorial rainforest, wild orangutan and the Kinabatangan River... On a tailor-made vacation to Borneo with Audley, you’ll see the highlights — and much more — your way. We’ll design your ideal trip with you, paying close attention to your interests, your travel style and your budget. Our Borneo specialists know the country inside out and can lead you to experiences you won’t find in a guidebook.
Savour sunrise atop Mount Kinabalu, the island’s highest peak. Be a guest of the Iban tribe with a night in a traditional longhouse. Trek beneath some of the world’s tallest trees, while a symphony of insects click and hum in the background. Leave a positive impact on the island by seeking out its rare leopards and proboscis monkeys responsibly. Snorkel around offshore islands and relax on a stretch of powder-soft sand.
The great bat exodus at Gunung Mulu National Park, freshly cooked street food, a rhinoceros hornbill in flight… What excites you? Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best options, wherever you go.
Savour sunrise atop Mount Kinabalu, the island’s highest peak. Be a guest of the Iban tribe with a night in a traditional longhouse. Trek beneath some of the world’s tallest trees, while a symphony of insects click and hum in the background. Leave a positive impact on the island by seeking out its rare leopards and proboscis monkeys responsibly. Snorkel around offshore islands and relax on a stretch of powder-soft sand.
The great bat exodus at Gunung Mulu National Park, freshly cooked street food, a rhinoceros hornbill in flight… What excites you? Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best options, wherever you go.
Creating tailor-made tours
for over 20 years
Suggested tours for Borneo
These tours 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.
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![Tioman Island, Malaysia]()
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![Iban Longhouse, Lemanak River]()
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![Baby orang-utan, Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary, Sandakan]()
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![Crocodile, Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo]()
Snapshot of Sabah
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![The Tutoh River winds through Mulu National Park]()
Grand tour of Borneo
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![Fishing boat on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo]()
Borneo's Rivers, Mountains and Beaches
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![Bako National Park, Malaysian Borneo]()
Wild Borneo
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![Iban Night Weaver]()
Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made tours
- Fully protected travel
- Established for over 20 years
- 99% of our clients would recommend us
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Borneo, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for traveling to Borneo, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest government travel advice.
Request a brochure
Our detailed brochures feature trip ideas and travel experiences recommended by our specialists.
Borneo in pictures
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![Mount Kinabalu, Malaysian Borneo]()
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![Deer Cave, Mulu National Park, Malaysian Borneo]()
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![Canopy walkway, Danum Valley]()
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![View over Kuching, Malaysian Borneo]()
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![Iban lady, Lemanak Longhouse]()
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![Cooking demonstrations at the Cultural Village, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo]()
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![Female green turtle preparing to lay eggs, Turtle Islands National Park, Sabah]()
Watch turtles hatching on Turtle Island
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.
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![Introducing Borneo]()
Introducing Borneo
Southeast Asia specialist Nicki describes her highlights of Borneo, including the wildlife, rainforests and beautiful beaches.
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![Sapi (left) and Gaya (right) Island, 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.
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![Proboscis monkeys, Sandakan, Borneo]()
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.
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![Baby Orangutan at the Sanctuary]()
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?
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![Elephants on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo]()
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.
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![Boat trip on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo]()
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.
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![Herd of Pygmy Elephants]()
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.
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![Lankayan Island, 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.
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![Mount Kinabalu]()
Activity vacations in Borneo
If you're planning an activity vacation in Borneo we can ensure you get the most out of your trip. From a night safari in search of local wildlife, to climbing Mount Kinabalu.
Tell us your travel plans and a specialist will be in touch
Discover more about Borneo on our blog
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![Proboscis monkeys, Sandakan, Borneo]()
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Our latest finds
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