This holiday offers the ideal blend of city, jungle, and beach experiences!

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Kuala Lumpur before embarking on an unforgettable journey to Borneo, where you’ll delve into the heart of the jungle and witness incredible wildlife. Then, unwind in paradise on the stunning beaches of Gaya Island. It’s the ideal mix of adventure and relaxation!

2 Nights Kuala Lumpur – 2 Nights Sepilok – 3 Nights Kinabatangan River - 5 Nights Gaya Island

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"From paragliding over the Sacred Valley in Peru to trekking through Colombia’s Amazon, I seek out adventures that connect me to wild landscapes and unique cultures."
Laura, Travel Consultant
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Witness wildlife conservation first-hand!

Observe the hard work of conservationists in Sepilok, with the orangutans, sun bears and proboscis monkeys all thriving in local sanctuaries.

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Spotting a wild orangutan

Cruising down the Kinabatangan River, searching for orangutans in the Borneo rainforests on a guided tour.

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Delicious street food

Embark on a gastronomical journey of discovery that allows you to sample some of Malaysia’s most famous dishes!

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Exploring Kuala Lumpur

Wandering Malaysia’s capital city, packed with historic monuments, lush parks and bustling street markets.

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Snorkelling around Gaya Island

Exploring the underwater world of Gaya Island’s stunning coral reefs, looking around for a sighting of your first nemo fish!

The juxtaposition of urban Kuala Lumpur with wild Borneo was brilliant … the animals and of course the Orangutans were a delight and all capped off with a luxury stay on Gaya Island …. Just perfect!

Margaret Styles, Borneo

Well, what an amazing country Borneo is, we absolutely loved it and probably still haven't come down to earth since we have been home.

Helen Lewis, Borneo

The trip was so well organised. The lodges we stayed in were great. Seeing the wildlife so close was amazing. I would thoroughly recommend seeing Borneo with Sundowner Holidays, our first trip with them and thought it was exceptional. Trip of a lifetime.

Sheila Regula, Borneo

We booked a Malaysian holiday for a special birthday and right from the start, Hannah listened to our requirements and put together a fantastic itinerary for us of 4 nights in Kuala Lumpur, 5 nights in Borneo wildlife watching and 4 nights in Gaya Island, this was a truly fantastic holiday … I would give 6 stars if I could!

Neil and Donna, Malaysia

One of the best things about our time in Borneo was the people. Everyone was so friendly and kind to us. It was the most perfect honeymoon!

Jenny Casswell, Borneo

I cannot thank Sundowner enough for all their help, assistance and knowledge when we were booking this trip. We are actively recommending them to all our like-minded travel friends, and we will speak again when we are ready for our next adventure.

Mrs T Haines, Borneo and India
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Tour itinerary

Days 1 - 3:

Depart for Malaysia’s bustling capital city, Kuala Lumpur!

Fly overnight from London to Malaysia’s capital.

Upon arrival into Kuala Lumpur, you will be met and transferred to the luxurious and elegant Majestic Hotel for 2 nights with breakfast included.

You will then have the whole of day 3 to spend exploring Kuala Lumpur at your own leisure. Visit historic monuments, leafy parks and vibrant street markets before joining a late-afternoon Food & Heritage Tour, sampling local favourites such as Nasi Lemak and Hokkien Mee with a local guide.

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Days 4 & 5:

Into the jungle – starting at the Rainforest Discovery Centre

This morning you will be taken back to Kuala Lumpur airport, where you will catch your flight to Sandakan. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to MY Nature Resort for 2 nights on a half-board basis. Set on the edge of tropical rainforest and within walking distance of the Rainforest Discovery Centre, it’s the perfect Borneo welcome.

Day 5 will be yours to spend at leisure. Stroll the canopy walkways for bird’s-eye views and, if you wish, you could also add on a visit to Labuk Bay to see proboscis monkeys in the mangroves.

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Days 6 - 8:

Witness the wildlife conservation efforts at Sepilok’s animal sanctuaries then head to the river

Start your morning with a visit to the world-renowned Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Sun Bear Conservation Centre. You will then set off on a river cruise along the Kinabatangan River, heading to Abai Jungle Lodge where you will stay for 1 night on a full-board basis. This rural setting deep within Sabah offers you with a chance to see an abundance of wildlife right on your doorstep. After settling in this afternoon, set off later for an evening jungle walk.

On day 7 you will continue deeper into the rainforest for 2 nights on a full-board basis at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge, spending the next 2 days enjoying dawn and dusk river safaris and nature trails in search of pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys and rare birdlife.

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Days 9 - 15:

From wild jungle to the pristine beaches of Gaya Island

Return to Sandakan on day 9 for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. On arrival you will be met for your transfer to the jetty, where you will then take the speedboat to the luxurious Gaya Island Resort for 5 nights with breakfast included. Set within a protected marine park, your stay includes a guided rainforest walk. You can also enjoy snorkelling expedition and mangrove kayak excursion (paid locally).

Spend the next 4 days relaxing on the golden beach or exploring coral reefs and ancient rainforest.

After a final morning on the island on day 14, you will be transferred by boat and car to Kota Kinabalu airport for your flight back to the UK.

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