Borneo Adventure & Luxury Bali

Day 1 Depart the UK

Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Kuala Lumpur.

Days 2&3 Kuala Lumpur

There will be plenty of time to rest and acclimatise in KL before your Borneo adventure. Your hotel, The Majestic, has a peaceful orchid conservatory where you can take afternoon tea; it also has a lovely swimming pool and a relaxing spa. Before you leave the city, take a guided walking tour of its many highlights with the chance to a sample some of the famously tasty street food.

Days 4&5 Kinabatangan River

There are several direct flights per day from KL to Sandakan and we recommend an early one so you can get straight to the heart of the rainforest today!  In this region you'll explore the Kinabatangan River where the surrounding jungle is alive with primates and birds. During guided nocturnal treks and boat trips along the river, there are many opportunities to spot wildlife. We usually recommend splitting your stay in this region between Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge and Abai Jungle Lodge as the orangutans sometimes congregate at one rather than the other, and this will give you the best chance of seeing them. In addition to the famous Bornean orangutan, you're also likely to see proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants during your stay.

Days 6&7 Danum Valley

You’ll travel onward today to the Danum Valley Conservation Area, one of the world’s most complex ecosystems. This dense jungle region is home to wildlife including mammals, reptiles and an array of amazing birds. There are canopy walkways and jungle trails to be explored, with your guide. You can cool off in natural jacuzzi pools, or under waterfalls, take in amazing views and listen to the hum of wildlife. In the evening there's an exciting 4WD safari drive to try and spot nocturnal animals such as sambar deer and civet cats as well as insects and frogs.

Days 8 & 9 Kota Kinabalu

It’s just a short 50-minute flight from Lahad Datu to Kota Kinabalu where there will be time to explore the city at your leisure and to take a guided tour of Kinabalu National Park.

Accommodation here is on the waterfront in the city itself, however, if you would prefer to stay in one of the luxury beach resorts very close to the city your travel expert will be happy to tailor your itinerary accordingly.

An evening flight on day 9 takes you directly from Kota Kinabalu to Bali. On arrival, you’ll transfer to Jimbaran Bay and check in at The Belmond Jimbaran Puri Bali.

Days 10-13 Jimbaran, Bali

Having arrived on the island late on day 9, you now have four full days to enjoy the beautiful location, the fine hotel and the great atmosphere that Bali exudes. There are activities on offer if you want to explore the island in-depth, including paddy-field cycle rides, sunset temple tours and Balinese cookery classes but this is also the perfect place to sit on the beach and read, enjoy famously delicious seafood and completely unwind. If time permits we recommend extending your time in Bali and incorporating a stay in cultural Ubud; your travel expert will plan your holiday according to your timeframe, style and interests.

Day 14 Fly Home

Depart Bali for your flight back to the UK.