61 Wildlife holidays in Malaysia found
Borneo orangutan holiday
Trekking, wildlife and beach adventure holiday to Borneo
From £3,460 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 £1,720 to £1,885 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs selected Saturdays and Mondays throughout the year
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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
Malaysia holiday, rainforests and beaches
Explore Malaysia staying in sustainable hotels
From £3,230 14 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
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 family volunteering holiday
Encounter orangutans and meet local tribes in magical Borneo
From £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 11 Jun, 11 Aug, 11 Sep, 11 Oct, 11 Nov
Family holiday in Sabah
Discover the best of Borneo in just under 2 weeks
From £2,155 10 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
Borneo Mount Kinabalu climb holiday
Adventure holiday to see wildlife and climb Mt Kinabalu
From £2,950 14 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo holiday, Land below the wind
9-day tour of Malaysia's spectacular Sabah State
From £1,150 to £1,185 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 2 Jul, 30 Jul, 20 Aug, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 26 Nov, 25 Dec
2021: 21 Jan, 18 Feb, 18 Mar
2021: 21 Jan, 18 Feb, 18 Mar
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.
Borneo and Malaysia small group holiday
Visit both halves of Malaysia
From £2,499 to £3,149 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 12 Dec
2021: 20 Feb, 13 Mar, 10 Apr, 12 Jun, 26 Jun, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 11 Dec
2022: 5 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr
2021: 20 Feb, 13 Mar, 10 Apr, 12 Jun, 26 Jun, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 11 Dec
2022: 5 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr
Borneo wildlife holiday, Sarawak
A light trekking and jungle adventure holiday in Sarawak
From £2,895 14 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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 and Malaysia holiday, trekking orangutans and rainforest
An active exploration of Borneo
From £3,099 to £3,749 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 17 Oct, 28 Nov
2021: 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Jul, 7 Aug, 11 Sep, 16 Oct, 27 Nov
2021: 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Jul, 7 Aug, 11 Sep, 16 Oct, 27 Nov
Orangutan conservation holiday in Borneo
Meet Iban tribes and encounter orangutans in Borneo
From £1,195 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 Jun, 3 Jul, 3 Aug, 3 Sep, 3 Oct, 3 Nov, 3 Dec
Sarawak family holiday
An action-packed holiday got the whole family to enjoy!
From £1,088 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.
Singapore and Sarawak holidays
A wildlife and Cultural Holiday to Singapore and Sarawak
From £2,940 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 £1,285 to £1,455 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 19 Nov, 24 Dec
2021: 7 Jan, 28 Jan, 18 Feb, 4 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec
2021: 7 Jan, 28 Jan, 18 Feb, 4 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec
Malaysia rainforest bungalows near Kuala Lumpur
A small orchard resort on the edge of the rainforest
From MYR400 to MYR1,100 per accommodation per night
Accommodation
Sarawak and Sabah tour, Orangutans & Ibans
Explore Borneo's unique culture, heritage and wildlife
From £1,744 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sarawak multi activity holiday
Discover the Best of Borneo Outdoor
From MYR5,690 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Borneo tour, Sarawak, Sabah & Brunei
Exotic Trans-Borneo Overland from Rainforest to Beach
From US $1,398 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 31 May, 1 Jun, 2 Jun, 3 Jun, 4 Jun, 5 Jun, 6 Jun, 7 Jun, 8 Jun, 9 Jun, 10 Jun, 11 Jun, 12 Jun, 13 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 16 Aug, 30 Aug, 13 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov, 6 Dec, 20 Dec
2021: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 28 Jan, 31 Jan, 14 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 9 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 19 Dec
2021: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 28 Jan, 31 Jan, 14 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 9 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 19 Dec
Borneo wildlife cycling holiday
Ultimate Borneo wildlife experience on two wheels
From MYR8,242 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 18 Jun, 23 Aug, 3 Sep
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
Malaysia and Borneo 15 day tour
Discover the highlights of Malaysia and Borneo
From £2,298 16 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
From
£3,460
including UK flights
From
£1,658
excluding flights
Excellent. All the guides were wonderful. Very knowledgeable. Accommodation was basic in places but clean and food was great. Everyone very welcoming and helpful. (more)Carolyn Foggo
We were amazed that everything worked perfectly. (more)Kathy Kachele
We loved everything, it was an awesome trip. The people were lovely, so helpful and friendly.
(more)Sue Stewart
From
£2,865
excluding flights
Tabin Wildlife Reserve is a place to visit for everyone, the guides were really inspiration in their love of nature, the place where you can really get close to the animals... seeing the monkeys cross the river above my lodge or spotting an otter from my balcony is hardly an experience you can get anywhere else. (more)T. Titanilla Szabo
The most exciting part of the trip was experiencing wildlife in their natural environment and of course seeing a wild orangutan.
(more)Gregor Craig
The most memorable part of the trip was the amazing trip down the Kinabatangan river and seeing the wildlife and conservation projects. (more)Tan Arulampalam
From
£1,195
excluding flights
It was an incredible experience. A great mix of locations and activities. (more)Tracey Mobley
It was a highlight to see the orang utan Ganti and her baby come in from the
forest - and the sunbears are truly awesome! But really it was the whole experience that I'll remember. (more)Kim Jordan
Staying with the local tribe in the jungle was the most memorable part of the holiday...10 out of 10. (more)Jennifer Beard
From
£2,155
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I can't name only one!! If I really had to choose, I'd say the Borneo rainforest
lodge in Danam Valley. Stunning location, amazingly helpful and knowledgeable staff and beautifully maintained lodges. Could not fault it.
Tips?
Even in the dry season, leech socks are necessary for Tabin and Danum Valley.
Buy buy them there, not online. MUCH cheaper! This is a BUSY schedule involving very early mornings most days, as that's when you're most likely to see wildlife.... (more)Liz Carr
From
£1,088
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
£855
excluding flights
Seeing all the wildlife was great especially for the kids -- monkeys & wild boar at Bako National Park, Semenggoh Orangutans' Center, & seeing the Irawaddy
Dolphins on the Santubong Wildlife Cruise. And the rainforest kayaking was definitely fun for the whole family. For my 14 yr old daughter, she would say that
having her half drunk can of Lychee drink stolen by a Macaque monkey at Bako was the highlight.
(more)Alison Symons
Seeing the Orangutans was the most exciting part our holiday. (more)Tracy Bennett
Staying in the rainforest with the Iban tribe was the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)N. Hutson
From
MYR400
per accommodation per night
Highlights were listening to the sounds of the jungle at dawn and dusk and certainly the guided jungle trek. Superb, if you are reading this then you have found the jungle retreat that you are looking for. (more)Chris Hutton
A truly unique location, and the ability to take the kids for a guided trek through a rainforest to a waterfall was a one of a kind adventure. It was a hugely successful and fulfilling stay. (more)Emma Shaw
Great pool and surroundings. Very environmentally friendly and conservation supported. Relaxing. (more)Graeme Hindhaugh
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
The most memorable part of the holiday was when a mother and baby orang-utans stepped out in front of us on the walkway and allowed us to walk casually behind them for over 40 minutes, just breathtaking.
(more)Jackie Lloyd
This was a truly amazing holiday one crossed off my bucket list. From the communication from the operator planning in detail our personalised itinerary to the knowledge and organisation of the tour group. (more)Melanie Mcintyre
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
From
£1,150
excluding flights
Great holiday, It is certainly a recommended destination. (more)Paula Neto
Seeing a herd of pygmy elephants in the wild - our guide reckoned it was probably a 10% chance. (more)Don Newport
Our guide Edwin was fantastic! This was a holiday of a life time seeing the orangutans and the elephants in the wild.
(more)Toyah Baulk
From
£1,285
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
£2,940
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
£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
MYR8,242
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There were so many highlights. However our encounters with the local flora & fauna; orangutans, proboscis monkeys, macaque monkey, array of frogs, and
pitcher plants were amazing.
Tips?
The accomodation ranges from rustic to above average so be prepared. The rustic accommmodation could have been better maintained (a government /
national park issue rather than a Paradesa issue) to improve the overall experience. However it was in a lovely natural environment.... (more)Sandra Deans
From
£2,499
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
£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
£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
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
US $1,398
including domestic flights only
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
The most memorable part was arranged by Jerry Tao to attend the Remembrance Day celebrations on Labuan Island - an unexpected addition and very much appreciated. (more)John McCook
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
£1,675
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
So hard to say as there was at least one highlight every day. From the first nights meal out in a local restaurant to seeing Orang-utans in the wild. Having local guides mean that you are immersed in the culture of Malaysian Borneo.
Tips?
1. We struggled to work out how much cash to take with us so here is what we spent. We spent about £700 for the two of us including souvenirs (about £150) and tips. This included a couple of beers each most days.
You can spend... (more)Sue Hutchins
From
£3,995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Wildlife viewing
Tips?
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
(more)Christopher Daniels
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
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