Wild, wondrous and rich in rare wildlife, Malaysian Borneo is a destination like no other. From ancient rainforests and coral-fringed islands to luxurious eco-lodges and unforgettable wildlife encounters, it’s South-East Asia at its most untamed and extraordinary.
The perfect combination of pristine, lush rainforest teeming with exotic wildlife and crystal-clear waters lapping soft-sand beaches.
A journey along the meandering Kinabatangan River offers unparalleled opportunities to see probiscis monkeys in the wild, not to mention orangutans and pygmy elephants.
Witness cutting-edge conservation work at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, easily accessible from Sandakan, Malaysia’s biggest fishing port.
Delve into the Danum Valley, one of the most important and best-protected expanses of pristine lowland forest in the world, or venture skywards during a summit of Mount Kinabalu.
The diving in Borneo is considered among the very best in the world, with a number of incredible dive sites easily accessible from our hotels in Kota Kinabalu and Gaya Island.
Malaysian Borneo is one of the most biodiverse and enthralling regions in South-East Asia. Home to some of the oldest rainforests on earth, its landscapes are a haven for rare and endangered species, from orangutans and pygmy elephants to Sumatran rhinos, proboscis monkeys and the astonishing rafflesia – the world’s largest flower.
The iconic Mount Kinabalu rises majestically above the jungle canopy. Its two-day trek is one of Asia’s most rewarding climbs, while nearby Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers exquisite birdlife, including the flamboyant rhinoceros hornbill, best seen from the canopy walkways at Poring Hot Springs. The famed Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre offers the chance to witness conservation in action, introducing visitors to one of the world’s most threatened primates. While along the coast, Borneo’s nutrient-rich waters host whale sharks, manta rays and vibrant coral gardens, making it a paradise for divers and snorkellers.
Bungaraya Island Resort sits on the northern edge of Gaya Island within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu. Accessible only by boat, it is surrounded by protected rainforest and fronts a quiet, curved beach overlooking the South China Sea, where the resort focuses its conservation efforts both above and below the waterline.
Borneo Eagle Resort is an exclusive hideaway on Pulau Tiga, off Sabah’s west coast. Its 13 oceanfront villas sit by coral-rich waters and surrounding nature, supported by the hotel’s commitment to ongoing conservation initiatives.
Surrounded by 400 acres of tropical forest, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu sits beside a protected nature reserve on Pantai Dalit Beach, offering an impressive setting that appeals to couples, honeymooners and families alike.
Gaya Island Resort is a tranquil sanctuary on the little-known island of Pulau Gaya off the northwest tip of Borneo, a short road and speedboat transfer from Kota Kinabalu. Set into the hillside on a stretch of rugged coastline, surrounded by protected rainforest and the coral-rich waters of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, it is one of Malaysian Borneo’s most impressive properties.