Borneo Family Holiday Comfort





Hang out with orangutans and snorkel in pristine waters on this unforgettable family escape

- Start
- Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
- End
- Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
- Destinations
- Malaysia
- Meals
- 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
- Transport
- Private Minivan, Boat, Plane
- Accommodation
- 4-star Hotel (2 nights), Cottage (1 night), Resort (4 nights), Tented Villa (2 nights)
- Days
- 10
- Group size
- Min 2 - Max 16
- Ages
- Min 5
- ThemeOur themes categorise trips based on a common interest or activity, while showcasing the highlights of a destination.
- Family, Wildlife
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Comfort
- Physical ratingIndicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Why you'll love this trip
- Watch young orangutans learning to climb for the first time at the Sepilok Sanctuary
- Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife on a cruise down the Kinabatangan River
- Grab a snorkel or soak up the relaxed beach vibe on glorious Dinawan Island
- Experience the hospitality of the Dusun people while enjoying lunch in a rural village
- Look over rolling green hills of tea and a view of Mt Kinabalu, with a night at a tea plantation.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2026 - 31 December 2026
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
Private Minivan, Boat, Plane
4-star Hotel (2 nights), Cottage (1 night), Resort (4 nights), Tented Villa (2 nights)
Is this trip right for you?
- This trip covers a lot of distance, so be prepared for some long drives of up to 5 hours. Wherever possible, you'll make stops in interesting locations to break up the trip.
- Borneo is renowned for it's beautiful nature and we aim to immerse you in the experience as much as possible. As a result some of the accommodations will be in remote locations with limited access to restaurants and shops.
- Travelling light is highly recommended as there is a 15 kg maximum luggage limit due to the internal flight. Excess luggage may incur extra fees.
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. FAMILY TRIPS: Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
2. CHILD AGE: The minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old. Most children travelling on Intrepid Family trips are between 10 and 14 years old.
3. DISCOUNT: A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel.
4. SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: A single supplement is available for adults wishing to have a private room to themselves. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
5. COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFER: A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
6. PASSPORT INFORMATION: Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport), for the internal flight ticket. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
7. TRAVEL ADVICE: Some governments may have increased travel advice levels in place for parts of Eastern Sabah, including Sandakan. Ensure you check your government’s foreign travel advice for the most up to date information before you travel. If you have any questions about whether the current advice level affects your travel insurance coverage, please contact your insurance provider. Travel insurance is compulsory for all Intrepid traveller and must cover all destinations and activities on the itinerary.
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