Trails Of Borneo

14 days - from $2870

An active exploration of rainforest trails, caves, and an ascent of Mt Kinabalu
The great rainforests of Borneo offer the active and adventurous the chance to participate in a multitude of exciting activities. We journey into the depths of the equatorial rainforest at Mulu National Park where we explore the largest caves on earth, and trek through the jungle on the Headhunter's Trail, used in years gone by Kayan warriors. We meet the loveable Orang-utans at the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre and spend two days at a lodge in the Kinabatanagan Wildlife Reserve where Orang-utans, elephants, Proboscis monkeys and hornbills are frequently seen. A fitting end to this adventurous journey is a climb of Mt Kinabalu (4095m), the highest mountain in South East Asia. We take the quieter and more interesting Mesilau Trail, allowing us to fully appreciate the walk and spectacular scenery. The summit gives panoramic views across the foothills and out to the Sulu Sea. This is a great place to see the sunrise before time at the beach.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Miri. 2 Fly to Mulu N.P.; jungle walks to Lang's Cave and Deer Cave, an incredible natural wonder, and home to some 10 million bats. 3 Take longboat to Wind Cave and Clearwater Cave; trek to Melinau Gorge and our camp. 4 Trek in Kerangas forest. 5 Return to Mulu park headquarters with some basic caving en route. Free afternoon. 6 Morning fly to Kota Kinabalu (Sabah). Free afternoon. 7 Fly to Sandakan, visit Sepilok Orang-utan Centre and the Rainforest Discovery Centre; on to our lodge on the Kinabatanagan River for sunset cruise. 8 Wildlife spotting on the river, and trek to an ox-bow lake. 9 Transfer to Sabah tea plantation via Gomontong caves. 10 Morning walk; drive to mountain resort and prepare for ascent. 11 From Mt Kinabalu Park HQ climb to mountain hut at 3400m, via Mesilau Route. 12 Climb to summit of Mt Kinabalu for sunrise; descend and transfer to beach outside Kota Kinabalu. 13 Free day. 14 End Kota Kinabalu.

Mode of travel: An adventurous itinerary by boat, private bus, 4WD and 3 internal flights. Good fitness required with 2 days walking at altitude, plus shorter day walks.
Group size: Normally 4 to 16, plus local leader and local guides.
Accommodation: 4 nights comfortable hotels, 4 nights standard hotels, all en suite, 5 nights basic lodges/mountain huts some with shared bath.
Food: All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $183.75
Trip Reference: AOB
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Trip Reference: AOB