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Mystical Malaysian Borneo
Famous for its emerald rainforests, ancient tribal heritage, and rare, remarkable wildlife, Malaysian Borneo is an exotic capital of adventure. It is a destination where untamed jungle meets coral-fringed islands, offering a rare glimpse into a prehistoric world.

As part of this cruise & stay holiday, you’ll split your time between sophisticated coastal gateways like Kota Kinabalu and the deep, mysterious heart of the jungle. Learn more about this wild and wondrous land, below...

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Encounter Wildlife Along the Kinabatangan River

Welcome to the untamed heart of the jungle, where life revolves around the rhythms of Sabah's longest and most majestic waterway.

A river safari along the Kinabatangan River offers an unparalleled opportunity to see rare, exotic wildlife in their natural habitat.

As your boat glides quietly beneath the dense canopy, you can spot families of bizarre proboscis monkeys crashing through the branches, colourful hornbills soaring overhead, and wild orangutans building their nests for the evening.

If fortune favours you, you might even catch a glimpse of a herd of endangered Bornean pygmy elephants bathing along the muddy banks.

It is an immersive, raw nature experience that reveals the true, beating heart of the Bornean wilderness.

Protect Conservation Icons at Sepilok

Step onto the front lines of wildlife protection with a visit to the world-renowned sanctuaries nestled on the edge of the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve.

The Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre provides a heartwarming look at the delicate process of teaching orphaned and rescued orangutans the survival skills needed to return to the wild.

From raised wooden boardwalks, you can watch these charismatic crimson apes swing down to forest feeding platforms.

Right next door, the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre offers a safe haven for the world's smallest and most elusive bear species.

Watching these playful animals clamber up towering trees gives visitors an unobstructed view of Borneo’s unique biodiversity working in harmony.

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What to Pack

Packing for Borneo requires careful preparation for high humidity, intense tropical sun, and sudden jungle downpours.

The core of your luggage should consist of loose-fitting, quick-drying clothing made from lightweight technical fabrics rather than heavy cotton, which struggles to dry in the humid air.

A pair of sturdy, comfortable walking shoes or light hiking boots with excellent grip is essential for navigating slippery jungle boardwalks and forest trails.

Be sure to pack a lightweight, breathable rain poncho to handle the sudden afternoon showers that keep the rainforest so spectacularly green.

Complete your travel kit with a high-strength insect repellent containing DEET, a wide-brimmed hat, premium sunglasses, and a waterproof dry bag to protect your camera gear during river safaris and boat transfers.