Book Early and Save $500 Per Person ![](/sites/default/files/2025-12/1%20Meals%20%28red%29.png) 39 Meals ![](/sites/default/files/2025-12/2%20Small%20Group%20%28red%29.png) Small Group ![](/sites/default/files/2025-12/3%20CT%20Ratings%20%28red%29.png) CT Rating 4/5 - Very Challenging ![](/sites/default/files/2025-12/4%20Leader%20%28red%29.png) Led by Jon Gurr **Borneo Rainforests, Remarkable Wildlife** Experience the wonders of Borneo, where ancient rainforests, winding rivers, and remarkable wildlife create one of the world's greatest nature destinations. Explore UNESCO-listed national parks, cruise the Kinabatangan River, discover spectacular caves in Mulu, and encounter orangutans, proboscis monkeys, sun bears, and other extraordinary wildlife while experiencing the rich cultures and warm hospitality of Malaysian Borneo. .button { display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; margin: 5px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; background-color: gray; /* default color */ color: white; } .button:hover { opacity: 0.9; } [Book Now](https://enrollment.craigtravel.com/booking?departurecode=TAS100527:20270510) [Download Brochure](https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/jH4uLh0/WildBorneoMAY2027) [Female Willing to Share Accommodation](/destinations/female-willing-share-accommodation) [![Borneo map 2027](/sites/default/files/2026-08/Map%20Borneo%20%2829JUL2026%29.jpg)](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-08/Map%20Borneo%20%2829JUL2026%29.jpg) ### Tour Highlights - WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS - Observe orangutans at Semenggoh and Sepilok, sun bears at the Bornean Conservation Centre, cruise the Kinabatangan for proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants. Witness the nightly bat exodus in Mulu, and join a night safari in Danum. - CAVES & RAINFORESTS - Explore Mulu’s Deer, Lang’s and Clearwater Caves, among the world’s largest cave systems. Trek Danum Valley’s ancient rainforest and walk the Canopy Walkway above the forest floor. - CULTURAL MOMENTS - Experience the traditional longhouses of Sarawak Cultural Village, meet the Penan community at Batu Bungan, and reflect at Sandakan’s Memorial Park. - CITY ESCAPES - Ascend the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, dine at ORBIT, Malaysia’s highest revolving restaurant, browse Kota Kinabalu’s Filipino Market and explore Hong Kong. ### Inclusive Features - International and domestic flights, plus airport transfers, with air-inclusive packages - Carefully selected accommodation as listed, or similar - All sightseeing and entrance fees as described - Meals - B: BREAKFAST (16) L: LUNCH (11) D: DINNER (12) - Dedicated journey leader, national guides, and local specialists where applicable - All gratuities, surcharges, fees, and taxes - International eSim to keep you connected - Visa support for Canadian citizens as required - Free insurance quote (contact us for details) ### Itinerary Overview Full View DEPART CANADA May 10, 2027 Today we depart Canada and board our flights to Kuala Lumpur. ARRIVE KUALA LUMPUR May 11, 2027 Welcome to Kuala Lumpur! We meet with our guide and transfer to our hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. ***Shangri-La Hotel – 2 nights*** KUALA LUMPUR May 12, 2027 Our adventure begins at the Petronas Twin Towers, with a ride up to the Skybridge and the Observation Deck for a spectacular view over the city. Then, we visit the Batu Caves, a series of limestone caves used as shelters by the indigenous Temuan people. Our city tour continues to the Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Chinatown, Independence Square and Jamek Mosque before going up to the Kuala Lumpur Tower Observation Deck. After a long day of touring, we will have a special dinner at the ORBIT, Malaysia’s highest revolving restaurant. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner KUALA LUMPUR / KUCHING May 13, 2027 We fly to Kuching, the charming capital of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. This afternoon, we visit the Sarawak State Museum, one of the oldest museums in the region, to explore the cultures, traditions and history of Sarawak’s many ethnic groups. A relaxed walk through the surrounding heritage buildings and gardens rounds out the day before we get our first taste of Sarawak cuisine at dinner. ***The Waterfront Hotel – 3 nights*** Breakfast, Dinner BAKO NATIONAL PARK May 14, 2027 A scenic drive to Bako Fishing Village is followed by a short boat ride along the coast to reach Bako National Park, one of Sarawak’s oldest and most rewarding natural areas. We hike trails through mangrove forests, keeping watch for mudskippers, fiddler crabs, proboscis monkeys, bearded pigs and silver leaf monkeys. Wildlife sightings here are frequent and genuinely surprising. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner SARAWAK VILLAGE / SEMENGGOH May 15, 2027 We spend the morning at the Sarawak Cultural Village, a living museum across 17 acres at the foot of Mount Santubong, where traditions, crafts and dance performances bring Sarawak’s seven major ethnic groups to life. At Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, rescued and rehabilitated orangutans roam freely across 740 hectares of protected forest. The centre also shelters gibbons, porcupines and river terrapins, with the sounds of wild birds and rehabilitated gibbons echoing through the surrounding forest. Breakfast, Lunch MULU NATIONAL PARK May 16, 2027 Today we take a short flight to Mulu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its cave systems and extraordinary biodiversity. After checking in, we follow raised plank walks to Lang’s Cave, where limestone shawls, stalactites and the shimmering webs of threadworm larvae line the walls. Deer Cave follows, one of the world’s largest cave passages, with ceilings that are home to millions of wrinkle-lipped bats. We walk as far as the Garden of Eden, where natural waterfalls cascade 30 metres to the riverbed below. We time our visit for the incredible bat exodus, when millions spiral out into the open sky to hunt for insects ***Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa – 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner MULU NATIONAL PARK May 17, 2027 We board a longboat up the Melinau River to Batu Bungan, a Penan settlement where we browse local handicrafts and spend time with the community. Our cave journey continues through Wind Cave before we reach Clearwater Cave, part of the vast Clearwater Cave System, where a subterranean river emerges dramatically from the cliff face. A picnic lunch at the river’s edge caps the afternoon before free time back at the resort. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner MULU / SANDAKAN May 18, 2027 Today we fly to Sandakan on the northeast coast of Borneo. Upon arrival, we visit the Sandakan Memorial Park, a moving site commemorating the prisoners of war who lost their lives here during World War II. ***Sepilok Nature Lodge – 2 nights*** Breakfast, Dinner SEPILOK ORANGUTAN CENTRE May 19, 2027 We visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, the world’s first facility of its kind, to observe a feeding session and learn about the conservation work being done to protect this species. Next, we stop by the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, home to 44 sun bears, the smallest bear species in the world, where rescue and rehabilitation work takes place daily. The afternoon takes us to the Sandakan Memorial Park, a moving site commemorating the prisoners of war who lost their lives here during World War II. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner KINABATANGAN RIVER May 20, 2027 This morning, we drive toward Bilit village, stopping to explore the impressive Gomantong Caves, famous for their edible swiftlet nests. After settling into our lodge, an afternoon boat cruise awaits. We scan the lush shorelines for proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and remarkable birdlife. Stretching 560 kilometres, the Kinabatangan is Malaysia’s second-longest waterway and one of Borneo’s most rewarding wildlife corridors. After dinner, a guided night river cruise reveals a different side of the forest entirely. ***Bilit Rainforest Lodge – 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner KINABATANGAN RIVER May 21, 2027 We rise early for a river cruise to Oxbow Lake, when wildlife is most active and sightings of pygmy elephants and rare bird species are likely. In the afternoon, we take a short, guided nature walk through the surrounding ecosystem to a local village before continuing to explore the river waterways. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner KINABATANGAN RIVER / DANUM VALLEY May 22, 2027 Danum Valley is one of Borneo’s last remaining areas of undisturbed ancient rainforest, and our new base here sits right in the heart of it. A canopy walkway lifts us above the forest floor for an entirely different perspective on the valley and its wildlife. After dinner, a night safari brings out a different cast of characters altogether. ***Borneo Rainforest Lodge – 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DANUM VALLEY May 23, 2027 A morning trek deepens our understanding of the rainforest, with our guide bringing the flora and fauna into context along the way. Tonight, we walk to discover more of Borneo’s renowned nocturnal wildlife. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DANUM VALLEY / KOTA KINABALU May 24, 2027 We fly out of Lahad Datu to Kota Kinabalu, where we check into our waterfront hotel. A free afternoon offers time to explore the nearby Filipino Market for souvenirs or simply unwind by the water. ***Hotel Grandis – 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch KOTA KINABALU May 25, 2027 Our final day in Borneo starts at Signal Hill Observatory, where the views stretch across the city and its surrounding islands. And at the Sabah State Museum, we learn about the region’s layered history and cultures. Tonight, we gather one last time for a farewell dinner, a fitting send-off to an unforgettable journey. Breakfast, Dinner KOTA KINABALU/ HONG KONG May 26, 2027 We fly to Hong Kong for a one-night stopover, with the rest of the day free to explore the city at our own pace. ***Park Hotel Hong Kong – 1 night*** Breakfast HONG KONG/ CANADA May 27, 2027 Today we fly back to Canada Breakfast [Download Brochure](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/Brochure%20Borneo%20TAS100527%20%2803SEP2026%29.pdf) [![Keep watch for the Proboscis monkey in Bako National Park](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Proboscis%20monkey%20Bako%20National%20Park%20Borneo.jpg?h=2794937c&itok=u34Xyevz "Keep watch for the Proboscis monkey in Bako National Park")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Proboscis%20monkey%20Bako%20National%20Park%20Borneo.jpg) [![Encounter the iconic rhinoceros hornbill in the wilds of Borneo](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Hornbills%20Borneo.jpg?h=69ab2482&itok=uzH5NduK "Encounter the iconic rhinoceros hornbill in the wilds of Borneo")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Hornbills%20Borneo.jpg) [![Aerial view of Kota Kinabalu](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Aerial%20view%20of%20Kota%20Kinabalu.jpg?h=40fd0755&itok=u9vHWKxb "Aerial view of Kota Kinabalu")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Aerial%20view%20of%20Kota%20Kinabalu.jpg) [![Meet Borneo's gentle giant](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Borneo%20Orangutan_0.jpg?h=e528f38f&itok=j0mzWbVV "Meet Borneo's gentle giant")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Borneo%20Orangutan_0.jpg) [![Incredible Rafflesia flower, Borneo](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Incredible%20Rafflesia%20flower%20Borneo.jpg?h=40fd0755&itok=tRwTqYxM "Incredible Rafflesia flower, Borneo")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Incredible%20Rafflesia%20flower%20Borneo.jpg) [![Borneo's most laid-back local](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Orangutan%20Borneo_0.jpg?h=bd10c1b4&itok=Ctw3Eo1R "Borneo's most laid-back local")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Orangutan%20Borneo_0.jpg) [![Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2026-07/Petronas%20Twin%20Towers%20in%20Kuala%20Lumpur.jpg?h=e5aec6c8&itok=1GI2E1fD "Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur")](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/Petronas%20Twin%20Towers%20in%20Kuala%20Lumpur.jpg) ### Have any questions? Contact Sharon at sbahadur \[at\] craigtravel.com or call [1-800-387-8890](tel:1-800-387-8890) ### Tour Cost in Canadian Dollars Per Person Land Only $12,275 Toronto / Vancouver $14,895 Victoria $14,945 Calgary / Edmonton $15,035 Montreal / Ottawa $15,105 Winnipeg / Saskatoon $15,135 Halifax / St. John's $15,205 Single Supplement $4,195 [Book Now](https://enrollment.craigtravel.com/booking?departurecode=TAS100527:20270510) #### [Join our CT Match Program](https://www.craigtravel.com/craig-travel-match) [Find a like-minded traveller](https://www.craigtravel.com/craig-travel-match) to share your cabin and enhance your journey with shared experiences, fostering the potential for future travel companionship. ### **Payment and Booking Terms** Deposit is **$1,400 per person** Final payment is due **January 6, 2027** Prices are in Canadian dollars per person. Land only members join at the hotel in Kuala Lumpur and leave at the hotel in Hong Kong. Airfares from other gateways are available on request. Land only price includes all domestic flights. Tour price is based on sharing a twin-bedded room. Prices are based on a minimum of 20 members and on rates, taxes and fees effective July 2026 and are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. Group to be escorted with a minimum of 20 members. All travelers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card online within three days prior to arrival. Insurance is NOT INCLUDED but is highly recommended. Premiums are calculated based on the individual’s age, destination (country), trip length, and trip booking window – please contact our staff to receive a quote. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Refer to the enrollment form for full [terms and conditions](https://www.craigtravel.com/terms-conditions). #### CT Rating **4/5 - VERY CHALLENGING** This itinerary is moderately active and fast-paced, with some long travel days combining flights, boat rides, and road transfers. Members can expect extended walks through rainforest on uneven jungle terrain, and time in remote environments. Conditions are hot and humid throughout. A good level of fitness is required to fully enjoy this tour, and members should be prepared to handle their own luggage where needed. Do you have any questions about this journey? [Email Us](mailto:sbahadur@craigtravel.com?cc=sales@craigtravel.com&subject=Wild%20Borneo%202027) #### Journey Leader ![Profile picture for user Jon Gurr](/sites/default/files/styles/user/public/pictures/2026-07/Jon%20Gurr.jpg?h=e4f948b2&itok=1DVdj5CM) Jon Gurr - With over 40 years of travel experience, Jon has explored more than 90 countries across all seven continents, capturing stunning photographs along the way. His images have appeared in newspapers, magazines and calendars in both the US and Canada. 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