From Hong Kong to Malaysia With Borneo Safari

Start your adventure in the dazzling city of Hong Kong in China. Upon landing, you'll be met at the airport and transferred in a private vehicle to your comfortable hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to settle into your hotel and explore the surroundings.

Today's introductory tour will take you to discover the city's essential sights. While exploring Hong Kong Island, ascend Victoria Peak via the historic tram for panoramic harbor views, and explore the Central Mid-Levels Escalator, including the Tai Kwun, full of art galleries, antique shops, and bars.

As you travel onward to the Kowloon Peninsula by the Star Ferry, Wong Tai Sin Temple stands out as an active Taoist shrine well-known for fortune-telling and answering prayers. End the day with a leisurely walk through the Lady's Market, Flower Market, and Bird Garden.

Your next destination unfolds as you fly into the Malaysian state of Sabah, located in the northern part of Borneo Island.

Upon landing in the state capital, Kota Kinabalu, be greeted with a private transfer to your hotel. Your first evening is free to explore or relax at your own leisure.

Today, get ready to explore the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start with a scenic 2-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu, passing through charming villages and lush paddy fields. Make a brief stop at Nabalu Market, where you can browse fresh produce and local crafts.

Once at the park, enjoy a stroll along the Botanical Garden's nature trails and breathe in the cool mountain air. On clear days, you will be treated to stunning views of Mount Kinabalu, the tallest peak in Southeast Asia.

Kinabalu Park is home to thousands of plant species, including many orchids, as well as a variety of birds and butterflies. After your walk, savor a local lunch before heading to Poring Hot Spring to relax.

Soak in the mineral-rich baths or explore the Canopy Walkway, suspended 41 meters above the forest floor. A short hike will take you to this elevated walkway, offering panoramic views of the surrounding jungle.

After the tour, return to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

Following breakfast, proceed to the airport for a short flight to Sandakan, the gateway to Borneo's wildlife.

Upon arrival, a private transfer will swiftly take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to unwind or explore as you please. Consider exploring the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), a favorite place for nature lovers to see the unique flora and fauna of Borneo.

Spend this morning visiting two conservation centers dedicated to resorting the area's orphaned and ex-captive wildlife to the wild. At the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, witness orangutans - man's closest relative - being fed and learning survival skills. The nearby Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre provides you with a great chance to come face to face with sun bears, the world's smallest species of bear.

After lunch, a motorized boat ride along the Kinabatangan River will take you to the riverside lodge in Sukau Village. Arriving in 2.5 hours, check into your comfortable room and enjoy some leisure time before embarking on a guided river safari to observe diverse birds and animals. Return to the lodge for a riverfront dinner, followed by an informative slide presentation by your naturalist guide. Finally, unwind in the serene surroundings for an overnight stay.

Begin your day with an early morning boat safari along the Kinabatangan River, observing the vibrant awakening of Kelenanap Oxbow Lake, where local wildlife and water birds emerge from their nocturnal retreats. Following breakfast, participate in a guided nature walk along the lodge's Hornbill Boardwalk. Enjoy leisure time after lunch, followed by a final river excursion, aiming to spot more fascinating creatures.

Get an early start as you travel onward by driving (about 2.5 hours) to Lahad Datu town. After registration at the Borneo Nature Tours office, continue with another 2.5-hour overland journey to your rainforest lodge tucked away in Danum Valley. Check-in, refresh, and enjoy lunch.

This afternoon, partake in an informative slide presentation and venture onto a nature trail leading to the canopy walkway. You'll have ample opportunities to uncover the diverse flora and fauna in an open, protected rainforest preserve. Return to the lodge for dinner. Round off the day with a night drive safari to go spotlighting for nocturnal creatures in the surrounding wilderness.

This morning, tuck into a hearty breakfast to fuel up for the jungle trek ahead. The guide will be by your side all the way to spot the ancient Kadazandusun burial site, known as "Coffin Cliff," and ascend to the "View Point" for panoramic vistas of the lush surroundings.

After lunch, the adventure continues with an option to trek deeper into the heart of Borneo's pristine rainforest or float lazily down the Danum River on a tubing ride - weather and water level permitting. As dusk falls, go for a night walk to seek out elusive creatures that roam under the cover of darkness.

Enjoy this morning at leisure. After lunch and check-out, depart on a 2.5-hour drive to Lahad Datu Airport for your flight back to Kota Kinabalu.

You'll be collected from the airport on arrival and transferred via private vehicle to your hotel for the night.

Your journey concludes with breakfast today. Following that, you'll have some free time until a private vehicle arrives to escort you to the airport for your flight back to your happy home.