Name: Going Wild in North Borneo 7D/6N
Start: 2026-1-1
End: 2026-1-1
Location: Borneo

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go wild in borneo

The third largest island in the world, Borneo is famous for its largest biodiversity. The island marvel is shared by three countries – Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. Pristine beaches literally begging one to jump in, stunning mountains, jaw-dropping views of the dense jungles that allure you to take a plunge into the mysterious trails within and some wildlife that can be seen only here. The rain-forests here are one of the oldest, almost 140 million years, abound with thousands of species of flowering plants like Rafflesia, tall tropical trees, mammals and magnificent birds to gingerly orangutans, Borneo elephants, Sumatran rhinoceros, the Bornean clouded leopards, the Hose’s palm civet, and the Dayak fruit bat. The UNESCO heritage of underwater coral reef beauty is unmatchable. Enjoy the uber wildlife with Beyonder Tours packages like never before. Experience the nature at its best without burning a hole in your pocket.

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Itinerary in brief

DAY 1 : BORNEO: KOTA KINABALU, EVENING SEA CRUISE

Arrival at Kota Kinabalu; Mari Mari Cultural village and Evening Cruise
Early morning fly down to Kota Kinabalu.
In Kota Kinabalu: start with a visit to the Mari Mari cultural village – known for its heritage and its proximity with the nature. Get to walk around with the locals of the village and walk into their homes and lifestyle. Have lunch here(On Your Own): Taste the Sabahan delicacies of every ethnic group traditionally bamboo cooked.
Later check-in to the hotel and time permitting explore the ancient Borneo city at leisure.
Evening: Embark on an evening Cruise (starting from Sutera Marina Jetty).Enjoy the sunset on cruise late evening sailing into the sea as you see the sun dip down into the oceans and have your dinner by side arranged at your convenience.
Later in the night, transfer back to your hotel.
Meal: Dinner (on cruise).

DAY 2 : SUN & SEA: TWIN ISLAND HOPPING

Escape from the Mainlands – Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Rise and Shine, for an early start to a day of fun in the sun! Travel to the jetty where the adventure for the day begins in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Hop on for a short 20 minute boat ride headed to the first island-stop – Sapi island! Soak up on some vitamin D, go for a dip in the crystal clear waters, dig those toes deep in the warm sand and indulge in the tranquil vibes of it all. Jump back on a speedboat which will transfer you to Manukan island, where the fun & relaxation continues. Tropical bliss must’ve worked up an appetite. Enjoy a lunch by the pristine beach and after lunch, you are free to explore the island or continue your sea sports activity.
Later in the afternoon: Take the return boat ride to Kota Kinabalu jetty and onward transfer to your hotel.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch.

DAY 3 : MT. KINABALU, HOT SPRING, TREETOPS & CANOPY WALKWAY

Travel via Kinabalu National Park to the Tea Plantations – en route to Sandakan
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and take a leisurely drive through scenic countryside and across mountainous Crocker Range to Tamparuli Town. Visit wooden shop houses of olden days and walk across the “Jambatan Tamparuli”, a suspension bridge which is the famous landmark in town to get an overview of the kampong lifestyle. Later proceed to the view point for a panoramic view of the surrounding lush landscape and Mount Kinabalu, rising majestically to a height of 4,095m, which often shrouded in mists and clouds. After lunch, rejuvenate with a soak in Poring Hot Springs, a natural health spa where you can relax in open-air Japanese-style hot sulphuric water tubs set amidst a tropical rainforest.
Time permitting, you are free to explore the park leisurely. Stay overnight in the Sabah Tea Gardens.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 : TEA GARDENS, RAINFOREST & JUNGLE RIVER SAFARIS

Wake up to a misty morning ushering in views of sun-draped Mount Kinabalu. Birds chirp away while low-hanging clouds blanket the valleys. Take a walk around the tea estate or simply chill in your room balcony. After breakfast, go on a guided tour of the plantation and factory which will shed light on the process of organic pesticide-free tea cultivation, harvesting, processing, packaging, and brewing. Late afternoon after your lunch, take a river cruise in search of endemic wildlife such as proboscis monkeys, different species of birds & other wildlife along the river bank. One may also catch a glimpse of wild orangutans, leaf monkeys, gibbons, macaques or chance upon Borneon Pgymy Elephants. Return to the lodge after the cruise and enjoy a buffet dinner.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5 : RIVER SAFARIS, TREK IN BORNEAN RAINFORESTS

Rise and shine! Opt to either go for an early morning river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of more Bornean-endemic wildlife or to go for a jungle trek at the Oxbow Lake to encounter an array of bird species.
Evening: Head out on another river cruise along the Kinabatangan River continuing your search more of wildlife in this tropical paradise.
Overnight at the lodge Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 6 : ORANGUTANS & BEARS

After your morning Breakfast, take a brief visit to the Sepilok Orangutan centre to get an insight of the adopted adopted orangutans. Get a deeper perspective of how the animals are handled.Later on, visit the Bornean Sun bear conservation centre to understand the rescue and rehabilitation of the sunbears taken care by the organisation. Also known as Malayan sun bears, they are believed to be the smallest bears in the world and are on a verge of extinction.
Get transferred to your hotel in Sandakan.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 - Departure: Adios Borneo

Bid farewell to Borneo and get transferred to the Sandakan Airport for your domestic flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. At the KL Airport take the international flight back home.

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