Kinabatangan Wildlife Reserve
Sabah’s largest waterway is one of only two regions in the world which are inhabited by ten species of primate, and is Borneo’s most popular destination for tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of a wild orangutan.
Most visitors will opt to cruise down the river, combined with the odd trek and overnight stay in a jungle-fringed campground. The river itself is home to freshwater sharks and crocodiles, but If you’re very lucky, you might spot a Bornean elephant on the banks.
The area is also home to the Kinabatangan Orangutan Conservation Project. Although not a tourist-oriented enterprise like Sepilok, the centre may help you source guides should you wish to search for wild orangutans.
Sabah
A guide to spotting orangutans in Sabah
Borneo is the only island in the world that is home to three nations: Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesian Kalimantan. Sabah is one of the two Malaysian Borneo states in the northern part of the island. It was part of the British protectorate of North Borneo until 1963...read more
Kinabatangan Wildlife Reserve Tours
Off The Beaten Track in Borneo
Kota Kinabalu, Sepilok and the Kinabatangan River
15 daysFrom £4,000| Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, Kota Kinabalu, Kinabatangan Wildlife Reserve, Danum Valley | |
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Beach and Wildlife
Explore Borneo's national parks and beaches
14 daysFrom £4,000| Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Bako National Park, Kinabatangan Wildlife Reserve, Mulu National Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park | |
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Luxury, Adventure & Boutique Beach
Explore Borneo's beaches and cities
15 daysFrom £4,000| Borneo, Malaysia | |
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Luxury, Beach, Adventure, Caving, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries |
Borneo Highlights and Langkawi beach
15 days exploring Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia
15 daysFrom £4,000| Borneo, Malaysia | |
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Beach, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries |
Malaysia's Wildlife and Nature Encompassed
Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and Gaya Island
20 daysFrom £4,000| Borneo, Malaysia | |
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Beach, Adventure, Caving, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities |
The Contrasts of Malaysia
Experience wildlife and cities in Malaysia
19 daysFrom £4,000| Borneo, Malaysia | |
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Beach, Adventure, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Culinary, Food |
Kinabatangan Wildlife Reserve Travel Companies
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