Destination
Borneo Holidays
A nature-lover's daydream
Renowned for its lush rainforests and incredible wildlife, Borneo is a nature lover’s dream. With breath-taking beauty, blissful beaches and unspoilt landscapes, you’re guaranteed an adventure.
Home to an array of wildlife species, there’s none quite like the flame-haired orangutan. We recommend visiting the Sepilok sanctuary in Sandakan, where you can see the orangutans swing through the trees and enjoy feeding time. With fewer than 15,000 left in the wild, this is your chance to see these great apes in their natural habitat. For another slice of nature, be sure to snorkel or dive in Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park before relaxing on the beach at your luxury resort.
Why not extend your travels by spending a few nights soaking up the city sights in Kuala Lumpur or Singapore before taking the short flight to Borneo? It’s the perfect way to mix up your trip and experience a range of sights.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
- Time Zone GMT +8 hours
- Currency Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Visa Information British citizens will not require a visa for travel to Borneo
- Language Malay
- Flight Time Flights are available from UK airports via Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong and Singapore.
- Health Information No special vaccines are required or recommended for travel to Borneo
Top Tips from our Experts
Emma
Destination Manager
“The orangutan sanctuary in Sandakan is amazing. They swing in the trees above you and beside you and sometimes casually cross your path. It's surreal.”
Christie
Destination Executive
“I would recommend staying at the luxurious Gaya Island for a few nights during your visit to Borneo, the beach is beautiful and it has fantastic snorkelling.”
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Nature of Borneo Tour
During this short tour, you will take in some of the key highlights of Sandakan including the world famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Departing from Kota Kinabalu this is the ideal add-on to your Borneo holiday allowing you to get...
Escorted tours
Singapore and Borneo Multi Centre
Guide Price £1,889 pp
Singapore is known as one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. This glistening city offers ultra-modern streets, colonial monuments and not too far outside of the city centre via cable car is Sentosa Island, home to Universal Studios,...
Multi centre holidays
Borneo Explorer Tour
Guide Price £539 pp
Kuching is the capital of the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo . On this short tour explore the beautiful jungle landscapes with a longboat ride up the Lemanak River and embark on a city tour of...
Multi centre holidays
Hong Kong and Borneo Multi Centre
Guide Price £1,869 pp
The vibrant city of Hong Kong is the perfect destination to combine with the green and l uscious island of Borneo. Enjoy the bustling street markets or the upmarket malls of Hong Kong, here you'll be sure to find great...
Family holidays
Our favourite hotels
Our favourite places to stay are below. We know everyone is different, so if you can’t see something you like, we'd be more than happy to help.
Our Borneo destinations
Types of Borneo holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
The beaches in Borneo are mostly found in the eastern state of Sabah and have a rustic and wild feel. Many have become popular diving destinations, such as the beaches close to the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and islands in the Celebes Sea. Others are privately owned, such as the Shangri La Rasa Ria.
There are many tours that take you to Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary where you can watch orangutans being fed from a viewing platform, twice daily at 10.00am and 3.00pm. You can also take a local bus or taxi from Sandakan town, which is around 14 miles away, and then walk around a mile to the sanctuary entrance.
