Join us on our Exclusive Small Group Tour to Borneo
Led by our very own Sarah Tichacek
After the success of our previous Norad/Howard led tours to Vietnam & India, Join Sarah on our exclusive and fully escorted Norad Travel 'Sights & Sounds of the Borneo Jungle' group tour, packed full of tailor-made wildlife and jungle experiences. From a once in lifetime Orangutan experience in Sandakan, to a traditional lunch cooked by Sukau villagers, this bespoke tour is certainly not one to miss.
Howard Travel is part of the Norad Travel Group
Key Details
£2,875 per person
- Departing 2nd October 2020
- Flights from London Heathrow
- 9 nights, exclusive and bespoke Norad guided tour
- Led by Norad Senior Manager, Sarah Tichecek
- Escorted by experienced local Borneo guide
- Packed full of tailor-made wildlife experiences
- Secure your place for just £350 Deposit
Explore the amazing sights of Borneo
The exclusive tour will be led by Norad Travel Senior Manager, Sarah Tichacek and escorted by an experienced local Borneo guide. The Sights & Sounds of Borneo tour will depart on Friday 2nd October and return Monday 12th October, allowing you time to explore the very best Borneo has to offer.
Call our holiday expert and Norad tour leader, Sarah today to find out more on 01730 892298 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Itinerary
Friday 2nd October:
Flight from London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur. Overnight on-board flight.
Day 1 - Saturday 3rd October: Sandakan
Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sandakan (13:25 arrival)
- Private transfer from the airport to the hotel with lunch and dinner served at the hotel.
- Flying squirrel platforms to see these incredible animals
- Accommodation: My Nature Resort
Day 2 - Sunday 4th October: Sandakan
- Labuk Bay Monkey Sanctuary
- Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Return to resort for dinner
Accommodation: My Nature Resort
Day 3 - Monday 5th October: Sandakan
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
- Tropical Lowland Dipterocarp Forest of Borneo
- Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary
Accommodation: Abai Jungle Lodge, includes lunch and dinner
Day 4 - Tuesday 6th October: Sukau
- River trip to Pitas Oxbow Lake to observe wildlife
- Breakfast at Abai Jungle Platform
- Lunch with the villagers at Abai Village which has been specially cooked by them
- River cruise to Sukau village
Accommodation: Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
Day 5 - Wednesday 7th October: Sukau
- River trip to experience the longest river of Sabah
- Explore the Gomantong Bird nest caves on Sakau Lodge
- Transfer back to lodge and lunch at Sukau Villager's house or at Sukau Lodge
- Afternoon river cruise
Accommodation: Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
Day 6 - Thursday 8th October: Sukau
- Transfer from the hotel to the airport
- After breakfast, a private transfer from the lodge to the airport
- Flight from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, includes private transfers
Accommodation: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa, 3 nights bed & breakfast
Day 6,7,8 - Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
With a private beach, views of the coral islands and just five minutes drive from the centre of Kota Kinabalu and ten minutes drive from the airport, Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru offers luxury and relaxation in a great location.
Facilities include an infinity and lap pool, health club, CHI Spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, nine-hole golf course, tennis, bike hire, watersports and choice of bars and restaurants.
Day 9 - Sunday 11th October
Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kula Lumpur and then onwards to London Heathrow returning Monday 12th October
*Limited to 17 people with a minimum of 10 bookings required for the tour to go ahead.The above price is guaranteed subject to a minimum of 10 people in economy class. Priced at £2,875 per person based on a twin double room and economy flights, business class upgrades and extensions that can be quoted upon request.
