Original
Family
Wildlife
Borneo Family Holiday
9 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
127 reviews
9 days
Start
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Finish
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Trip Code
TMFG
Min Age
5
Trip Size
2 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Bus, Minibus, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Longhouse (1 night), Jungle Camp (2 nights) Chalet (1 night)
From £1,141(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Take a leisurely walk along the scenic canopy walkway at Poring Hot Springs.
Stay overnight among the birds and beasts of the jungle, right next to an oxbow lake, at Kinabatangan Eco Camp.
Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and, if you're lucky, watch baby orangutans learn to swing in a special enclosure.
Enjoy a special opportunity to watch protected turtle hatchlings scatter across the beach to the water under the cover of night.
Is this trip right for you?
There's a wide range of accommodation on this trip, from hotels and guesthouses to jungle camps. Some may be a little more basic than your standard Tuuur hotel, but their unique location and close proximity to wildlife is what makes them special.
There are a few days that we cover long distances with some travelling times of 4–5 hours. A little bit of patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment of this beautiful land!
Travelling light is essential, as there is a strict 15 kg maximum luggage limit due to the internal flight. Excess luggage will incur extra fees.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Bus, Minibus, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Longhouse (1 night), Jungle Camp (2 nights) Chalet (1 night)
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Important notes
01. Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
02. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old.
03. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel.
04. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 02 (Sabah Tea Garden) , Days 3 & 4 (Jungle Camp) and Day 7 (Turtle Island) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
05. For some departures throughout the year we will only spend 1 night in the Eco Camp and 1 night in the Village in accommodation with attached bathrooms due to availability.
06. Borneo is a tropical country so rain can be expected at any time. The wet period in Borneo runs from November to February. Temperatures remain fairly constant year round with averages of 27-32°C/80-89°F and relative humidity of around 80%. Consider bringing a portable small neck fan with you to keep you and your family cool.
November to February is monsoon season for Selingan (Turtle Island) so if travelling during this time you should expect big waves and choppy seas. In cases of extreme weather, the trip to Selingan may be cancelled and alternative arrangements made. 
07. Many hotels outside of the big cities of Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan have been built so travellers can enjoy the countryside, forest/mountain views, where people can wake up to nature sounds not cars. Many of the hotels we use are in such locations and can be quite remote. So access to restaurants are limited.
08. Borneo’s food is known for being fairly mild, with high reliance on fresh fruit and vegetables.
The cuisine is a mix of Thai, Malay and Indian. Cuisine staples include grilled fish, barbecued prawns, fried rice, noodles, and local vegetables seasoned with garlic, ginger, and rich sauces. Fish and chicken based soups with noodles cooked in a hot clay pot are very traditional.
09. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Eastern Sabah before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. Further information can be found in our "Safety" section of the Essential Trip Information. You can find links to prominent government travel advisories our Travel Alerts page
Reviews (127)
5 stars
117
4 stars
9
3 stars
1
Sean
Jan 21, 2025
This trip was one of those lifetime memory trips. The wildlife and natural wonders were breathtaking. Cruising up the river to stay in the jungle, seeing wild elephants, staying on Turtle Island for the hatchlings, seeing the Orangutans...every day was filled with fun activities for all of the family. We were always on the move, but there were also some moments for relaxing... the pace was great for a family. Nelson our tour leader was a brilliant guide, and the whole group enjoyed his daily briefings & dinner selections! We had a 10 + 14 y old on the trip and they both loved it... probably more than they expected ;) Highly recommended.
Vicki
Jan 12, 2025
BORNEO family holiday is a raw experience for family members to experience nature in its natural state. Where all age groups participate in a wide range of activities in a supportive environment, with a professional guide, experiencing wild life, up close in acommodation fitting this unique environment.
Zara
Jan 11, 2025
As a kid I loved the intrepide tour.all the activity were amazing and the experiences were unforgettable. The guides are also so nice caring organised and can sender any questions intrepid and this trip is amazing.
Scott
Jan 11, 2025
I highly recommend Intrepid Family Tours in Borneo. It offered the perfect mix of nature, culture, and engaging activities, allowing my child to learn and explore in unforgettable ways. The experiences were both fun and educational, creating cherished memories for our family that will last a lifetime.
Jennie
Jan 07, 2025
A truly fabulous trip. Borneo is an amazing country. This trip was a lot of fun with an excellent itinerary. My 13yo son and I loved the jungle stay - simple accomodation but the wildlife from frogs and scorpions to proboscis monkeys and hornbills was phenomenal. We also loved turtle island be it snorkeling or watching the turtle laying eggs. Our guide Hirzan was brilliant - caring, organized, funny and super knowledgeable. A trip to remember.
Kirsty
Jan 06, 2025
If you have nature nuts in your family, this is the trip for you. The jungle stay was a highlight and out tour leader (Chichi) was an absolute gem.
Kim
Jan 02, 2025
The family trip to Borneo was incredible. Our leader, Stephanie, was warm and knowledgeable. The activities were great for both adults and kids. We felt both safe and adventurous. Can't recommend highly enough!
Melinda
Oct 18, 2024
We had the best time on our family trip through Borneo with Aldrin - our fantastic guide. It was an adventure which pushed us all out of our comfort zones but was absolutely a trip of a lifetime. Sabah is amazing and the tour allowed us to see some real highlights. Thank you!
Natasha
Oct 11, 2024
Luke
Oct 11, 2024
Another stunning offering from Intrepid. Our guide brought the stories of Borneo alive within the most incredible environment imaginable. The people, the places, food and wildlife were unforgettable.
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