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Borneo adventure holiday

COUNTRY:
Borneo, Malaysia
LOCATION:
Sabah & Sarawak
HOLIDAY TYPE:
Moderate walking holidays
DEPARTURES:
2012: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 22 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 19 Dec
2013: 2 Jan, 16 Jan, 30 Jan
PRICE:
From £1770 (19 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK.
VOUCHERS:
Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday
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Borneo adventure holiday

Borneo adventure holiday

Small group adventure holiday
This is a 'small group adventure' - on our group trips you'll be with a maximum of 11 like minded travellers and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends it's good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting people from other parts of the world as well as seeing new places!

Because of our small group size, we're able to guarantee departures for all of our trips. Once you have booked and paid your deposit, your trip is guaranteed to go!

How this holiday makes a difference

During our trip, our group leader and local guides take active steps to ensure our groups behave in an environmentally responsible manner, such as sticking to established trails, not leaving anything behind and not removing any plants in rural areas. They are also always eager to share information about their country and culture, and help you break down barriers in your interactions with local people.

On the Bario Loop you will be welcomed into the lives and homes of local villagers for the night and stay in a traditional longhouse. The families will prepare an amazing dinner and you will have the chance to get a better insight into life in Borneo.

During our journey through Borneo, there are numerous opportunities for local interaction as we use all means of public transport. You’ll be surprised how much you can learn from a friendly local who strikes up a conversation during your journey.

We sponsor the placement of an English teacher in Kiau as well as supporting several other projects in the region. Travellers are encouraged to donate to any of these and at the end of our journey, any unwanted clothing, medicines and bandages will be collected for distribution to local villages.

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Borneo adventure holiday

Reviewed 19 Sep 2011 by Kirsty Howland4 star rating

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?


Definitely climbing Mount Kinabalu. But very closely followed by the wildlife from orangutans, wild elephants to the sea turtles.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?


Be prepared for the climb. Do some exercise to get your legs ready for constant up hill (doesn't need to be too extreme just enough to be prepared). The infrastructure and facilities are a lot more westernised than i was expecting, don't go too overboard on packing lots of thing you don't think you can buy... you probably can. Including hats and gloves for the mountain!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?


The information and advice we were given about local communities, cultures, and ways of life was spot on. I knew how to dress appropriately, how we were benefiting those we were meeting and never felt like we were imposing on others. Everyone greeted us warmly and were so pleased to be our hosts.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?


Excellent. A whirlwind tour of Sabah, so never felt too rushed. Plenty of time to take things in and relax but still squeezing in a lot to 2 weeks. Some accommodation was very basic, so be ready for that but in the main it was clean, safe and comfortable. Our tour leader, Stacey, was great. Patient with us all when trying to gather 12 very different people together and always smiling. Having someone who spoke Malay and knew the people we were staying with made it feel very welcoming and organised. You should definitely book on this trip!

Reviewed 07 Nov 2010 by Michelle Blois4 star rating

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?


The various methods of travel through Borneo really gave you a sense of travelling like locals and getting the maximum "real life" experience.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?


Take an open mind and enjoy every moment.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?


Yes.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?


The best travel experience I have had so far!
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