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58 Wildlife holidays in Malaysia found
Borneo orangutan holiday
Trekking, wildlife and beach adventure holiday to Borneo
From £3,195 14 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo tour, Great Apes and Beach escapes
Explore bustling cities, lush jungles and paradise beaches.
From £1,658 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build your own unique and meaningful trip. Slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there, add a few more active adventures along the way, upgrade your accommodation for that extra bit of luxury – it’s up to you!
Borneo tailor made holidays, wildlife & beaches
A luxury tour of the best wildlife & beaches of Sabah
From £2,865 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Sabah holiday, land beneath the wind
Wildlife & culture in Malaysia
From £1,620£1,485 to £1,835 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs selected Saturdays and Mondays throughout the year
Up to £160 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
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Kuala Lumpur and Sabah wildlife tour
Wildlife adventure in the heart of Borneo
From £4,300 11 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo 8 day tour, the wild heart of Borneo
A unique experience in the untouched, beautiful Sarawak.
From £855 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
Malaysia holiday, Kuala Lumpur & Tioman Island
Explore cosmopolitan Kuala Lumpur, relax on Tioman Island.
From £2,050 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo tailor made tour on a shoestring
The Best of Borneo: Wildlife, Adventure, Idyllic Beaches
From £1,295 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Honeymoon in Borneo
Luxury Borneo Honeymoon, best of wildlife & luxury resorts
From US $3,549 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip is tailor made and can depart anytime to suit you
Borneo luxury holidays, tailor made
Rainforests, orangutans, beaches tailor made
From £3,150 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor-made and departures can be arranged all year. The sample itinerary below can be modified to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.
Borneo tour, Orangutans and Rainforests
Visit the diverse rainforests and communities of Borneo
From £999 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep
Borneo family volunteering holiday
Encounter orangutans and meet local tribes in magical Borneo
From £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 Aug, 11 Sep, 11 Oct, 11 Nov
2020: 11 Jan, 11 Feb, 11 Mar, 11 Apr, 11 May, 11 Jun, 11 Jul, 11 Aug, 11 Sep, 11 Oct, 11 Nov
2020: 11 Jan, 11 Feb, 11 Mar, 11 Apr, 11 May, 11 Jun, 11 Jul, 11 Aug, 11 Sep, 11 Oct, 11 Nov
Family holiday in Sabah
Discover the best of Borneo in just under 2 weeks
From £2,095 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
Book your 2020 family adventure by 31st August with just a £150 per person deposit
Borneo holiday, Land below the wind
9-day tour of Malaysia's spectacular Sabah State
From £965 to £1,150 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Aug, 17 Oct, 21 Nov, 26 Dec
2020: 15 Jan, 12 Feb, 3 Mar, 5 Apr, 28 May, 2 Jul, 30 Jul, 20 Aug, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 26 Nov, 25 Dec
2020: 15 Jan, 12 Feb, 3 Mar, 5 Apr, 28 May, 2 Jul, 30 Jul, 20 Aug, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 26 Nov, 25 Dec
£50pp off our Borneo tour if booked by 31st July.
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Borneo and Malaysia small group holiday
Visit both halves of Malaysia
From £2,379 to £2,999 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 26 Oct, 14 Dec
2020: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 12 Dec
2020: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 12 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug
Borneo wildlife holiday, Sarawak
A light trekking and jungle adventure holiday in Sarawak
From £3,015 14 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo and Malaysia holiday, trekking orangutans and rainforest
An active exploration of Borneo
From £2,999 to £3,499 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 5 Oct, 30 Nov
2020: 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 8 Aug, 12 Sep, 17 Oct, 28 Nov
2020: 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 8 Aug, 12 Sep, 17 Oct, 28 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 05 Oct
Borneo Mount Kinabalu climb holiday
Adventure holiday to see wildlife and climb Mt Kinabalu
From £2,895 14 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Singapore and Sarawak holidays
A wildlife and Cultural Holiday to Singapore and Sarawak
From £3,050 15 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo family tour
A fabulous family holiday including the best of Borneo
From £1,850 to £2,500 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sarawak wildlife & beach holiday
Encounter an orangutan & hike through virgin rainforest
From £1,280 to £1,450 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 21 Nov, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 20 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 23 Apr, 7 May, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 19 Nov, 3 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec
2020: 2 Jan, 30 Jan, 20 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 23 Apr, 7 May, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 19 Nov, 3 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 01 Aug, 08 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct
Best of Borneo small group tour
Adventure wildlife touring in Sabah, Borneo
From £3,095 12 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Oct
Borneo tour, Sarawak, Sabah & Brunei
Exotic Trans-Borneo Rainforest Discovery, including Brunei
From US $1,098 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sarawak family holiday
An action-packed holiday got the whole family to enjoy!
From £898 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Book your 2020 family adventure by 31st August with just a £150 per person deposit
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Sarawak and Singapore holiday
Discover beautiful Sarawak with a 2 night Singapore stopover
From £1,720 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Luxury beach holiday in Borneo & Orangutans
Relaxation in one of nature's most picturesque settings
From £1,915 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Wild Borneo holiday, private departure
Highlights of Malaysian Borneo including a homestay
From £4,340 18 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo wildlife holiday, 13 days
Borneo adventure holiday to see wildlife such as orangutans
From £2,845 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo family holiday, tailor made
13 day Family Holiday - Wildlife, Apes & beaches of Borneo
From £1,950 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Borneo holiday, Highlights of Borneo
The highlights of Sabah, from Orangutans to Mt Kinabalu
From £2,469 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
From
£3,195
including UK flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was seeing orangutans in the wild for the first time at Borneo Rainforest Lodge. (more)Kate Bradley
We had an amazing trip in Borneo. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat was amazing. Having monkeys and wild pigs join breakfast in the jungle is something
that will need topping!! (more)Sheena Patel
We loved seeing the orangutans both in the wild and in the Sepilok rehabilitation centre. (more)Carolyn Vincent
From
£1,658
excluding flights
Snorkeling with sea turtles on Lankayan Island and seeing the wildlife in Sendakan were the most memorable parts of our holiday (more)Eva Eggler
It was all absolutely fantastic. From seeing the Orangutans and Sun Bears in Sepilok to the monkeys, birds, crocodiles and pigmy elephants whilst staying on the Kinabatangan River. (more)Yvonne Aggett
The river lodge was the most memorable part our holiday. It was good vacation. (more)kathleen Young
From
£855
excluding flights
From
£1,850
excluding flights
The highlights our holiday were the stay with the host family, the wildlife, a range of experiences such as river safaris and the historical monuments. (more)Melissa Marfleet-Collins
We will be talking about this holiday for years to come. Everyone had their own favourite moments, and the mix of adventure, wildlife and culture was great. (more)Delia Mackechnie
Orang-utans obviously amazing, fire flies amazing as it was a clear night. Turtle beach amazing. (more)Alex Base
From
£1,295
excluding flights
We had the most incredible time. It was a life-changing experience: cruising the river and spotting fireflies, crocodiles and proboscis monkeys (more)Harriet Pavey
The overall holiday was a great success but going into the jungle by small boat and seeing all the wildlife in their natural habitat was truly amazing. (more)Marloes Dijkstra
We loved seeing wild orangutans after learning about the rehabilitation center, glimpsing Pygmy elephants through the bush along the river and watching the monkeys playing and going about their day-to-day lives. (more)Sophie Ashworth
From
£3,150
including UK flights
There really were too many memorable moments to mention...but I think seeing the pygmy elephants on the Kinabatangan River. (more)Dawn Collins
If you love nature and animals do not hesitate to book! Unbelievable! I cannot wait to go back!! (more)Brigitte Gehring
Magical...Fantastic - comment from my husband "I normally am ready to come back to work, but this time i absolutely hated it!" (more)Deborah Flint
From
£1,280
excluding flights
The most memorable aspect of the holiday for me was the sheer abundance and diversity of wildlife we encountered in every location we visited.
(more)Matt Green
Five stars ! (more)Heidi Gabrielsen
The jungle walk at night and the Perhentian islands was memorable. It was great. I really enjoyed it. We had an amazing guide and we were only a group of 3. Don't know how much different it would be with a bigger group. (more)Bettina Buomberger
From
£965
excluding flights
We stayed on the river until sundown and saw the most spectacular sunset (that was a real 'pinch me, is this real?!' moment), and then celebrated the day with a bottle of Merlot back at the lodge. An unforgettable day.
(more)Niamh Sherry
The holiday far surpassed my expectations- and this was made so special by Sheila (our leader)’s passion and commitment to her “work”. (more)Eleri Roberts
Probably seeing orang-utans in the wild and up very close at Sepilok rehabilitation centre but the whole trip was both memorable and exciting! (more)Linda Beviss
From
£2,865
excluding flights
We were able to be with so many magnificent orangutans!! Being IN nature like we were was amazing! A once in a lifetime experience for sure! (more)Lisa Sundquist
The most exciting part of our holiday was seeing orangutans in the wild, one of which was making its nest for the night. (more)Diane Beavis
George Town was fabulous and we loved the street art, the street food and in particular the people who were so welcoming and friendly. (more)Sian Thomason
From
US $3,549
excluding flights
Fantastic - best holiday we have ever been on! (more)Rachel Duncan
Trekking in the Danum Valley was a definite highlight - from sitting on our sundeck listening to the hornbill calls to walking the canopy walkway in the dawn mist before breakfast and climbing to the highest viewpoint before returning for a fabulous buffet lunch. (more)Hannah Rousell
The most memorable part was Abai Jungle lodge - so remote and romantic, plus tons of wildlife. It felt like the first time you visited a zoo.
(more)Leah Brinton
From
£3,050
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Luang Prabang and a day excursion to Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Falls
Tips?
Do not book with a travel Agent that does not send you a change of hotel booked and paid for since January and you get your final documents two weeks before you leave for the holiday to find you have been shoved into a hotel you did not know about or agree to and are then told it is too late to book anywhere else. Also if a hotel stops doing bed and breakfast and only room only ensure your... (more)Maureen Mckenna
From
US $1,098
excluding flights
Mr SK Law was the one who met us at Kuching Airport the day of our arrival, drove us there the day of our flight to Miri and also took us to and from Kampong Bako the day we visited the National Park, so we saw him a few times and we liked him very much. The whole trip was very well organised and we enjoyed every minute of it. We are very grateful for all your help and we will recommend "Responsible Travel " to our relatives and friends. (more)Josefa Lullington
From
£1,295
excluding flights
All of it was memorable!! Seeing orang-utans in wild and incredible opportunity to see many other animals and birds so close with expert guide. Teamwork sense of achievement in conservation work. Fantastic opportunity. Beautiful location, adequate facilities. Emphasis always on our health and safety. (more)Cathy Dowdle
It was beautifully organised and structured and a great opportunity to be part of another culture and to see wonderful wildlife. An excellent project. (more)Tessa Milne-Day
From
£1,720
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing orang-utans in the wild at Kinabatangan, and in the semi-wild at Sepilok, and seeing a herd of elephants cross the river at Kinabatangan seeing Deer Cave and Clearwater Cave at Mulu.
Tips?
I don't really think the beach resort at the end was necessary to unwind. Don't worry about the clothes you bring.
Local benefits?
yes, we were made very welcome at longhouses
Overall rating?
excellent, better even than I expected (more)David Fear
From
£2,379
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the orang-utans, especially in wild when taking the morning river cruise. Second best was the foodie tour of Kual Lumpur.
Tips?
Relax on the trip. Every thing promised is delivered, but some times you have to just accept there will be delays.
Local benefits?
Yes. Local guides, hotels, restaurants and traders all gained from my spend. This supported conservationism by entrance fees, and donations to Orangutans.
Overall rating?
Really enjoyable.... (more)John Roy Dewell
From
£2,469
excluding flights
We had some excellent wildlife sightings particularly of orangutans and pygmy elephants. We consider we were very lucky in what we saw. Being in Danum
Valley was special even though many of our best wildlife sightings were away from there. It's a great environment with excellent staff at the Borneo Rainforest
Lodge.
(more)Dave Wedlake
Seeing a wild orangutan with a baby swinging through the trees was amazing. (more)Rachel Davern
Brilliant! Knowledgeable guides and small groups of like-minded people, who were interested in and cared about the natural environment of the place they were visiting. (more)Katy Wing
From
£898
excluding flights
The best part of our holiday was the time we spent in Sarawak, Borneo. Kuching is a peaceful and beautiful city situated on a river. (more)Nicole Jordan
Arriving at Bako National Park (via an exhilarating boat ride), wading on to the un-spoilt beach and then seeing hibiscus monkey's swinging through the
trees. (more)Danielle Fieller
From
£2,845
including UK flights
One of the best holidays we’ve had in our lives. Adventure, wildlife, lovely people and just an amazing experience. (more)Louisa Mason
Seeing orangutans at sepilok and also
in the wild whilst on the Kinabatangan
river. Truly memorable.
(more)Fiona Moffatt
11 out of 10 best holiday of my life! (more)Peter Cornes
From
£1,950
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was seeing wild orangutans and proboscis monkeys (not to mention bearded pigs, monitor lizards, vipers and tarantulas). (more)Rosalind Arwas
The punctuality and friendliness of all the operators was extraordinary. There was not a bad word to say about any of them. (more)Roderick Stevens
There were lots of highlights but we particularly enjoyed seeing the elephants swimming across the river and also releasing turtle hatchlings back into the sea. We also loved Abai jungle lodge. Beautiful scenery and wonderful staff. (more)Andrea Gauntlett
From
£1,485
excluding flights
Seeing the baby turtles being released into the sea. (more)Judy Saxon
The most memorable part of the holiday was scrambling to the top of Kinabalu mountain and trying to get a photo taken at the top with over 100 other people. (more)Ron Price
Climbing Mt Kinabalu. Staying in the jungle. Seeing local, unique wildlife were the most memorable parts of the holiday (more)Penny Earle
From
£2,999
including UK flights
There are two: seeing a grown male orang utan in the wild, and watching the sun rise from the summit of Mount Kinabalu...fantastic, a real once in a lifetime experience (more)Hannah howard
The first week wasn't really a holiday it was just a hard slog. The 2nd week was great though and the guide Manuel was amazing, he made the holiday as fantastic as it was. (more)caroline stone
This was the first time that I had been on a group holiday and I was very impressed with the Guide, the organisation and the structure of activities during the trip. (more)Deborah McWhinney
From
£999
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Too many highs to pick just one. Releasing the Turtles at Telok Sarabang, rafting on bamboo rafts, all the people I've met, the Jungle; a scary and extremely challenging place but is magical!
Tips?
Ale sure you are fit, the trekking is hard!
Local benefits?
Yes it did, we stay with the local community
Overall rating?
Amazing and exhausting (more)Julia Nash
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Elephants crossing the river just ahead of us.
Tips?
More accurate pre-departure information needed on the correct clothing and footwear for work on the project. We had to buy everything on arrival at the
project as the pre-departure information was quite inadequate.
Local benefits?
YES
Overall rating?
10/10. This was a phenomenal experience, not least due to the professionalism, experience and commitment of the APE project staff on the ground. We... (more)Vandna Kalia
From
£3,160
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Sitting in a Longboat on a river in the Borneo jungle. Amazing!
Tips?
Enjoy every moment. Take time to talk to the real people, ask questions and respect their “place” and customs.
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Ten out of Ten (more)Shona Spicer
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