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JOIN our Borneo & Brunei; Royal Orangutans Tour

In 2026, we’re heading deep into the wild. Orangutans, monkeys, jungle safaris, floating mosques, and a powerful charity project that gives back to communities in Malaysian Borneo. Oh, and did we mention you’ll be visiting two countries in one trip?

This is not just another generic Southeast Asia tour. This is Borneo & Brunei Uncovered. A journey into rainforests, rivers, and the raw edge of the wild.

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What’s This Trip About?

We start in the tiny, oil-rich kingdom of Brunei, exploring golden domes and hidden rainforest trails. This is one for the country counters, lots of people visit Thailand, Vietnam etc, but few make the effort to visit South East Asia’s smallest country, Brunei. We’ll put that right!

Then, we fly to Malaysian Borneo. home to endangered orangutans, sun bears, proboscis monkeys, and one of the most important wildlife corridors in Southeast Asia.

Plus, we visit and support an amazing charity project near Kota Kinabalu (KK). A project you help fund just by joining. Then it’s on to islands, jungles, rivers, and real jungle lodges. This one’s wild.

Welcome to Borneo & Brunei Uncovered.

The Route

From Brunei’s palaces and markets, to Kota Kinabalu’s coral islands and our hands-on charity project, to Sepilok’s famous orangutan sanctuary, and deep into the Kinabatangan River jungle — this trip packs in a ridiculous amount in just 7 days.

Two countries: Brunei & Malaysian Borneo
Support a local community project near Kota Kinabalu
Spot wild orangutans, sun bears, and proboscis monkeys
Stay in a remote jungle lodge
Explore Brunei’s capital with its golden domes and river villages

Borneo & Brunei; Royal Orangutans Itinerary

DAY 1: Touchdown Brunei

Direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Brunei. We’ll settle into this unexpected gem of a country, explore some night markets, and prepare for the wild week ahead.

🏨 Sleep: Brunei

DAY 2: Palaces & Mosques

Explore Brunei’s surreal contrasts. opulent mosques, stilted water villages, and pristine rainforest right in the capital. Evening flight to Borneo as the adventure levels up.

🏨 Sleep: Late flight to KK, overnight in Kota Kinabalu

DAY 3: Charity Project Day in KK; Giving back

Today is why we do what we do. Roll up your sleeves as we visit a local charity project that you have funded by coming on the trip, near Kota Kinabalu. A school, youth center, or eco-project. It’s hands-on, heart-forward stuff. You’ll see the impact.

🏨 Sleep: Kota Kinabalu

DAY 4: Island Time

Recover from the project with a day trip to Manukan and Sapi Islands — white sand, warm water, snorkelling, maybe a beach BBQ. Optional evening flight to Sandakan for those ready to push east.

🏨 Sleep: KK

DAY 5: Jungle Royalty

Meet the stars of Borneo: orangutans, sun bears, and the bizarrely beautiful proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay. This is what you came for. Bring a zoom lens.

🏨 Sleep: Sepilok / Sandakan

DAY 6: Into the Jungle

Head up the Kinabatangan River to our jungle lodge. Spot pygmy elephants, crocs, hornbills, and more as we cruise the river at golden hour. This is raw Borneo.

🏨 Sleep: Jungle Lodge

DAY 7: Final Safari & Finish

Wake to the calls of gibbons. One last wildlife cruise. Then we head back to Sandakan to end the journey. Minds blown, cameras full.

Tour Dates & Price

February 1–7, 2026
Price: $2,499 (all-in, including domestic flights)

What’s Included

All accommodation
Western guide (Josh!)
Domestic flights within Borneo & Brunei
All breakfasts
Entry fees to sanctuaries and national parks
Kinabatangan River lodge stay
Charity project donation and visit
Orangutan sanctuary visit
Proboscis monkey visit

What’s Not Included

International flights to Brunei (BWN)
Travel insurance
Visas (no need)
Lunches & dinners (super affordable)

FAQs

Is it safe?

Yes! Brunei and Malaysian Borneo are two of Southeast Asia’s safest regions.

Do I need a visa?

Most Western nationalities get visa-free access. We’ll help confirm for your passport.

How hard is the jungle stuff?

Easy to moderate. No trekking, just river cruises and short walks.

Where do we start and finish?

Start in Brunei, finish in Sandakan.

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