Our Borneo vacations & tours
Whether you travel on a budget or with a little more luxury, our Borneo vacations invariably have one thing in common... and it’s orange. Some of the world’s last remaining orangutans survive here. Our trips support the sanctuaries that reintroduce rescued orangutans back to the rainforests – both through paid visits and conservation projects, where visitors can help with food prep and habitat restoration. But it’s not all about the wildlife. Our Borneo vacations also make sure to explore the island’s diverse culture, connecting you with local people on city food tours, in locally run accommodation and village homestays, and by traveling with local guides.
Our top Borneo vacations
Borneo tailor made vacations, wildlife & beaches
From
£3210
14 days
ex flights
A luxury tour of the best wildlife & beaches of Sabah
Tailor made
Sabah and Sarawak tailor made vacation
From
£1640
12 days
ex flights
Adventure, wildlife & culture in Malaysian Borneo
Tailor made
Borneo family vacation to see Orangutans
From
US $1717 to US $2330
9 days
ex flights
Come face to face with orangutans
Small group2026: 17 Aug, 19 Aug, 21 Aug, 17 Sep, 19 Sep, 21 Sep, 23 Sep, 25 Sep, 27 Sep, 1 Oct, 3 Oct, 25 Oct, 26 Dec, 2027: 2 Jan, 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 25 Mar, 27 Mar, 29 Mar, 1 Apr, 3 Apr, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 9 Apr, 11 Apr, 15 Apr, 17 Apr, 20 Jun, 24 Jun, 26 Jun, 28 Jun, 30 Jun, 2 Jul, 4 Jul, 6 Jul, 8 Jul, 10 Jul, 12 Jul, 14 Jul, 16 Jul, 18 Jul, 20 Jul, 22 Jul, 24 Jul, 26 Jul, 28 Jul, 31 Jul, 2 Aug, 4 Aug, 6 Aug, 8 Aug, 10 Aug, 12 Aug, 14 Aug ...
Borneo tour, Great Apes and Beach escapes
From
£2599
9 days
ex flights
Borneo's best cities, lush rainforests & paradise beaches
Tailor made
Orangutan volunteering in Borneo
From
£795 to £1995
8 days
ex flights
Volunteer at an award winning orangutan rehabilitation center
Small group2026: 19 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 5 Dec, 19 Dec, 2027: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 5 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 4 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 5 Jun, 19 Jun, 4 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 5 Aug, 19 Aug, 4 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 4 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 5 Dec, 19 Dec
Sarawak wildlife & beach vacation
From
US $1853 to US $2375
10 days
ex flights
Encounter orangutans and hike through virgin rainforest
Small group2026: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 2027: 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2028: 24 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May ...
Borneo tailor made tour on a shoestring
From
£1495
10 days
ex flights
The Best of Borneo at a great value price!
Tailor made
Borneo small group vacation
From
US $3185 to US $3830
10 days
ex flights
Head into Borneo's jungles, rivers and villages
Small group2026: 29 Aug, 2 Sep, 12 Sep, 14 Sep, 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 7 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 19 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 4 Nov, 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 19 Dec, 26 Dec, 2027: 2 Jan, 16 Jan, 6 Feb, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 6 Mar, 11 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 24 Mar, 27 Mar, 29 Mar, 3 Apr, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 1 May, 3 May, 5 May, 8 May, 12 May, 15 May, 19 May, 22 May, 26 May, 29 May, 2 Jun, 5 Jun, 9 Jun, 12 Jun ...
West Malaysia and Borneo small group tour
From
US $3590 to US $3690
16 days
ex flights
Heritage sites of the Malay Peninsula & Borneo's jungles
Small group2026: 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 8 Nov, 6 Dec, 2027: 7 Jan, 7 Mar
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About our Borneo vacations
Sabah, Sarawak & beyond
Most travelers make a beeline straight for Malaysian Borneo. Orangutans live in the northern jungles of Sabah, where our vacations help you spend your pennies on sanctuaries instead of the palm oil industry levelling their rainforest. Mount Kinabalu is a peak for serious hikers; wanderers can follow the nature trails at its foot instead. Sarawak, the largest state in Borneo, rolls together some of the world’s most biodiverse and ancient rainforests in its 30 national parks. Kalimantan sits over the border in Indonesian Borneo. Despite taking up most of the island, its jungle treks, orangutan sanctuaries and longboat markets haven’t yet hit the well-trod tourist trail.
The land of the orangutan
Orangutans are native to just two places in the world – and one of them is Borneo. The biggest sanctuary is Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre (and often has the visitor numbers to match). We also recommend the less-visited Nyaru Menteng as a volunteer or visitor. It’s a lucky traveler who gets to see orangutans in the wild. Our vacations give you the best chances, though, thanks to local guides who know the orangutans’ haunts – and who’ll encourage you to widen your focus to the pygmy elephants, sun bears and monkeys that share the forest.
Cultural connections
Borneo’s cities offer a snapshot of the many cultures that have wound up on the island. Explore the spice markets and snack stalls on our food tours of Kuching, where Malay, Indonesian, Chinese and Indian dishes are scratched onto whiteboards. Kota Kinabalu (or KK), the capital of Sabah, is a gathering of museums, Filipino markets and British colonial architecture. To get to know the people who live in rural Borneo, stay in a floating wooden klotok in Kalimantan or an Iban longhouse in Sarawak. Homestays are run by hosts who can take you to the market and show you how to cook using bamboo.
Adventures with the family
Our expertly designed family vacations are smooth sailing. Sabah, in Malaysian Borneo, has lots of kid-friendly hotels – plus, Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is your chance for near-guaranteed orangutan sightings, especially at feeding time. Sarawak, meanwhile, is an adventure for older children happy to tackle more challenging jungle hikes and sleep in no-frills accommodation. Either way, come with an adventurous spirit – and rucksacks full of insect repellent.
Tailor made vs. small group
Borneo is vast and its activities are many, so lots of travelers opt for a tailor made vacation designed by our experts who’ll factor in your individual needs. Our small group vacations are great if you’d like to explore in great company; especially tempting if you’re going solo. Group sizes are usually no bigger than 12 to keep your impact positive. Traveling with fewer people is also your ticket to seeing more wildlife and spending more time with experts who will show you how to look for the orangutans, proboscis monkeys, pangolins, sun bears and clouded leopards that live within the jungle.
Our Borneo vacations reviews
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Emily Eriksson26 Jul 2026
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the variety of the trip with some jungle walks, being in a remote place and river safari. The wildlife spotting was exciting and amazing. Make sure to bring good rain gear. It will get wet and wild.read more
Jennifer Sloots27 Jun 2026
Absolutely amazing experience. I feel like we supported the conservation efforts, though briefly, and benefitted local people as staying in the lodge offers work. 5 stars.read more
Kent Riddle23 Jun 2026
Excellent! When I read the itinerary I was excited about all the activities we would be doing and I was very satisfied at the end of the trip...The highlight for me was seeing orangutans in the wild.
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