Destinations

Places we know like home.

From the wildlife-rich oxbow lakes of the Kinabatangan to the caves of Mulu and the longhouses of Batang Ai and Sapulot, Borneo’s diversity is hard to overstate. For wildlife, start with Sepilok, the Kinabatangan, Deramakot, Tabin or Danum Valley. For a physical challenge, Mount Kinabalu, Mount Trus Madi, Maliau Basin and Kinabalu Geopark will test you in different ways. And for something further off the beaten track, Orou Sapulot and Batang Ai reach parts of Borneo most visitors never see.

These 14 destinations are the ones we know well, chosen to cover as much of that range as we could.

Orangutan at the feeding platform, Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre

Sepilok

Orangutans, sun bears and a canopy walkway — all 30 minutes from Sandakan airport
Mount Kinabalu

Kinabalu Geopark

A UNESCO Global Geopark beneath Borneo's highest mountain
Rafters on the Kiulu River, Sabah

Day Trips from Kota Kinabalu

Rafting, wildlife or hiking - you choose!
Kinabatangan Hornbill Lodge aerial

The Kinabatangan River

The Kinabatangan river is one of the best and most easily accessible places to see wildlife in Asia!
Danum Borneo Rainforest Lodge view

Danum Valley

At 130 million years old, Danum Valley Conservation Area is one of the oldest rainforests in the world.
Lipad mud volcano and observation tower, Tabin Wildlife Reserve

Tabin Wildlife Reserve

Tabin wildlife reserve is Sabah’s largest nature reserve and is a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts!
Dusk mist rising over Deramakot Forest Reserve

Deramakot Forest Reserve

A must do for all wildlife enthusiasts!
Maliau Basin

Maliau Basin - Borneo's Lost World

Maliau Basin has earned the nickname “Sabah’s lost world” for good reason.
Mount Kinabalu sunrise

Mount Kinabalu climbing packages

Ready to take on Mount Kinabalu?
Mount Trus Madi

Mount Trus Madi

Mount Trus Madi is Sabah's second highest peak, located in the central part of Sabah, in the 1,400 square kilometer Crocker Range Park.
Aerial view of Selingan Turtle Island, Sabah

Turtle Island (Selingan Island)

Turtle Island off the cost of Sandakan is famed for it's clear water, white sandy beaches and the tens of thousands of baby turtles released annually from the hatchery on the island.
Sapulot

Orou Sapulot

Going into head hunter land has changed a lot over the years, with the main danger now being overwhelmed by the amazing hospitality of the Murut people.
Mulu pinnacles view

Mulu National Park

Deer cave, Mulu National Park Impressive geological features, exceptional biodiversity and a whole range of activities to suit everyone from families to adrenaline junkies make Mulu National Park one of Borneo’s must-see destinations.
Batang Ai Lubok Kasai lalang river

Batang Ai

Batang Ai National Park is home to Sarawak's oldest Iban settlements as well a number of Sarawak's remaining wild orangutan population.

Not sure where to start?

Tell us your dates and what you want to see. We will build the route around it.