Borneo: Chasing the Borneo big 5
Explore the Beautiful, lush jungles of Borneo
Venture where few have gone and nature still rules — through the winding jungle rivers of Kinabatangan River and the untouched rainforest depths of Tabin wildlife preserve. This is your chance to walk among the jungles of Borneo, come eye-to-eye with wild orangutans and elephants, hear the calls of hornbills and many other birds of Borneo overhead, see the proboscis monkeys jumping from tree to tree, and the extremely rare Irrawaddy dolphins. Come and feel the vibrancy of a world teeming with life.It’s your front row seat to the wildest show on Earth.
Tour Locations:
Sandahkan,Kinabatangan River,Lahad datu
Tour Dates:
November 11-18, 2025
January 15-22, 2026
Cost:
$7,500 USD
Tour Highlights
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Experience Borneos big 5
Experience the top 5 species of Borneo, such as the pygmy elephant, proboscis monkey, the hornbill, the Borneo crocodile, and the amazing orangutans!
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Exclusive Wildlife Excursions
Embark on thrilling Boat safaris and guided walks to track and photograph everything from small frogs, to pygmy elephants and orangutans, and the large diversity of borneo birds
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Get behind the scenes look at sun bear & orangutan conservation
Get a unique look and tour of the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Center and the amazing things they have done to protect and save this amazing species.
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Daily Photography Workshops
Elevate your skills with professional wildlife photography coaching, daily shot reviews, and storytelling sessions.
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Luxury Accommodations
Stay at handpicked eco-lodges in both Kinabatangan and the Danum Valley. offering a balance of comfort and immersive nature experiences.
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Experience unique culture
Enjoy the unique culture and friendly nature of the people who call borneo home, while experiencing the beauty the less-visited locations have to offer.
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Small Group Experience
With a limited group size, we ensure personalized attention, minimal environmental impact, and intimate wildlife encounters.
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Conservation Impact
learn from the experts on how you can help with future conservation efforts., as well as with a company that focuses on lessening its impact where we go. And as with all our tours, 10% is donated to local conservation efforts.
Itinerary
Day 1
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Airport pickup & transfer to your hotel int the heart of sandakan.
Evening get together dinner and meet up
Day 2
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Early morning Drive to the Bornean Sun bear Conservation Center and Orangutan sanctuary
Get exclusive tour of BSBCC to see what has been done for sun bear in the world and how they are helping them
Get on a boat for a 2.5 hour trek up the Kinabatangan River to our jungle hotel
Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge.
Day 3-5
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Take an early morning river cruises along Various rivers n search of wildlife.
Traverse to the Gomantong Caves on a 15 minute boardwalk trail through the rainforest, and we might able to sight the “Man of the jungle”!
Witness the exodus of over two million bats as well as raptors. Return to
nature walk along the lodge's Hornbill Boardwalk
Days 5-8
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Early morning Wildlife expeditions
Photography walks along the valley floor
Outdoor high-tea sessions with Jungle surroundings
Day 9
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Make a drive to Lahad Datu for afternoon flights back to Kota Kinabalu
Make final flights home
Leave Borneo with unforgettable jungle experiences unlike anywhere else in the world
Pricing & Availability
Cost: $4,500 USD
Single Supplement Charge: $750 USD
Deposit Required: $1,500 USD (Non-Refundable)
Final Payment Due: 90 Days Before Departure
Luxury Accommodations
Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Sukau Rainforest Lodge is a beautiful ecolodge and riverside hotel offering the best stays.
Danum Valley – A cozy, award-winning jungle lodge nestled deep in Danum valley’s dense jungle
Tour Dates
November 11-18, 2025
January 15-22, 2026
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel, we will attempt to fill your spot—if successful, your payment will be refunded. Otherwise, trip payments are non-refundable. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.