Borneo Unearthed
19 days Kota Kinabalu to Kuching
Go wild in the jungles of Borneo, Learn about orangutan rehabilitation at Sepilok, Challenge yourself to climbing Mt Kinabalu, Enjoy sand, Follow the Headhunters' Trail at Gunung Mulu National Park, Experience an Iban village homestay, Explore Malaysia's quirkiest museum
Sultry, spiritual and seductive, Sabah and Sarawak embody the ultimate tropical paradise. This trip takes you to the best that each state has to offer, from remote caves and tribal villages to mountain peaks and ancient jungles. En route, meet orangutans, sleep beneath the stars and discover long-lost traditions - any thirst for adventure will surely be sated!
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (8 nts), tribal villages (3 nt), national park lodges (6 nts), camping (1 nt)
Transportation: Plane, minibus, express boat, longboat, local bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
Sultry, spiritual and seductive, Sabah and Sarawak embody the ultimate tropical paradise. This trip takes you to the best that each state has to offer, from remote caves and tribal villages to mountain peaks and ancient jungles. En route, meet orangutans, sleep beneath the stars and discover long-lost traditions - any thirst for adventure will surely be sated!
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (8 nts), tribal villages (3 nt), national park lodges (6 nts), camping (1 nt)
Transportation: Plane, minibus, express boat, longboat, local bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6068392
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 19 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Kota Kinabalu | Visit the Monsopiad Cultural Village, named after a legendary Kadazan warrior and a living example of ancient traditions, or indulge in the local specialty of fish-head curry at the market. |
| Days 2-3 | Kinabatangan Jungle Camp/Homestay | Spend a night in the wild heart of Borneo, home of Asian elephants, crocodiles and monkeys. A village homestay gives first-hand experience of traditional Malay culture. |
| Day 4 | Sepilok Orangutan Reserve | Learn how injured and orphaned orangutans are rehabilitated before being released back into the wild. |
| Days 5-7 | Mt Kinabalu | It's hard work climbing South-East Asia's highest peak, but you'll be rewarded by the diverse collection of plants and flowers, gorgeous views over Borneo's jungles and a great sense of achievement. |
| Days 8-9 | Kota Kinabalu | Swim, snorkel or simply relax on a seaside escape in Kota Kinabalu. |
| Day 10 | Miri | Watch the locals haggle at the fish market or simply kick back with a beer in this boomtown. |
| Days 11-14 | Mulu National Park | Follow the old Headhunters' Trail on a walking safari through unspoilt wilderness and limestone peaks. Wander into Clearwater Cave, home to Asia's longest underground river, as well as the enormous Deer Cave, which leads to a lush patch of jungle known as the Garden of Eden. |
| Day 15 | Kuching | Get an urban fix in this graceful city, once ruled by the infamous White Raja of Sarawak. |
| Days 16-17 | Iban Longhouse | Cruise river rapids to our village homestay where Iban hosts teach us about their headhunting history and culture. |
| Days 18-19 | Kuching | There's time to explore the waterfront or discover the origins of the city's name at the Cat Museum. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.
