Inspired by Celebrity Race Across the World?
An epic journey from Borneo’s ancient rainforests to the vast Australian Outback — with no phones and no bank cards to hand. BAFTA-winning Celebrity Race Across the World is back. If you're inspired by the teams' adventures in Malaysian Borneo, Indonesia, and Australia, here’s how you could experience the destinations your own way.
Trip ideas to make your own
We’ll help you carve out your own path, wherever you go, but you can use these ideas as a springboard for your imagination, whether you’d prefer to take in Indonesia’s temples on an island-hopping trip or journey between Australia’s sun-kissed cities.
Experiences to help you delve deeper
With the luxury of time and expert local guides by your side, you can scratch beneath the surface of your destination. You could cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of proboscis monkeys, learn the nuances of Kuching’s cuisine during a cooking class, or discover the inner workings of the Sydney Opera House on a backstage tour.
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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.
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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.
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The Orangutan sanctuary 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.
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Coral Expeditions cruise
A Coral Expeditions Cruise is perhaps the best way to experience and discover the many National Park designated islands off the tropical north coast of Queensland and the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef.
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Sydney Opera House backstage tour
This intimate tour is unique in that you have exclusive access to areas normally reserved for the stars and their crew. You will be taken backstage of one of the busiest performing arts centers in the world as it prepares for the upcoming performances.
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Rendezvous with a wild kangaroo
With a local private guide you'll go into the Blue Mountains to spot wild kangaroos, while also learning about the fascinating fauna and flora of the region. Breakfast is included on this day-long tour.
