Best of Borneo

Due to recent clashes between Philippine armed intruders from the Sulu archipelago, and Malaysian security forces in the eastern Sabah region, the Malaysian Government have declared the region of Eastern Sabah (including Sandakan) a Special Security Zone. There is currently no news on how long this may last for.

Due to risk, we will not be travelling to the Eastern Sabah region for the for the months of March and April.

Affected departures

Best of Borneo 13th March 2013 – TMSXC130313

Best of Borneo 27th March 2013 – TMSXC130327

Best of Borneo 10th April 2013 - TMSXC130410

For any further trips departing in May, we will revisit the information on Tuesday the 2nd April 2013.

Alternative itinerary

Days 1-16 remain unaffected

Day 17: Return to Kota Kinabalu, and visit the Rasa Ria Orang-utan Sanctuary, and the Mari Mari Cultural Village

Day 18: Snorkelling day trip, including lunch.

Day 19: Cruise along the Garama River for wildlife spotting, including proboscis monkeys

Day 20: Head to the famous Survivor Island to stay the night, with an option to visit the mud volcano

Day 21: Visit nearby Snake Island. Then go snorkelling, and back to Kota Kinabalu after lunch.

Day 22: Departure day

Please note the order of these activities may change due to availability.

When the situation improves and is deemed safe we will revert to the original itinerary, depending on availability of services.

Borneo is a lush and diverse country and this trip exposes you to all elements. Trek pristine jungle trails in Bako National Park looking for Probiscus Monkeys and learn about the indigenous Iban culture by spending an evening in the longhouses. Explore dramatic Mulu National Park, climb the Pinnacles Trail and trek the rainforest trail up Mt. Kinabalu, see orang-utans at a rehabilitation centre and encounter green and hawksbill turtles on Turtle Island. Visit caves housing Asia's longest underground river. Walk part of the 'Headhunters' Trail, ride a traditional longtail boat and visit Sabah to snorkel, swim or simply relax on the beach.