Borneo & Malaysia 2013 by Adventure Destinations

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Sabah / Sarawak / Brunei / Kalimantan / Peninsular Malaysia

Creating Affordable Travel Experiences

Adventure Destinations

At Adventure Destinations, we believe it shouldn’t cost the earth to see the world. For over a decade, we’ve searched out the very best value for money travel experiences on the planet, designing a constantly expanding range of products to suit every style and budget. Our expert staff have over 60 years combined experience in international travel, and we make frequent trips back to our specialised areas to stay on top of the latest trends, properties and attractions. Wherever you want to go, whether you want to relax on a beach, see the sights or challenge your limits, Adventure Destinations has the expertise to turn any holiday into the trip of a lifetime. Our travel specialist’s are passionate about creating exciting journeys to some of the world’s most amazing places, including Canada, Alaska, USA, Africa, Borneo, Malaysia, Middle East, Turkey, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and South America. We pride ourselves on unwavering attention to detail, ensuring that your Adventure Destinations holiday is a wonderful and rewarding experience you’ll never forget. So come plan your next holiday with us. It won’t just be a holiday – it will be an experience. Anita McGaw & Karryn Papenfus Managing Directors

The Adventure Destinations Difference

Since 1997, Adventure Destinations has been sending travellers to Borneo & Malaysia to explore its vast attractions. Our itineraries have been hand selected to give you the best holiday experience at affordable prices. With our experienced team having travelled extensively throughout Borneo & Malaysia, we are able to offer you the best travel advice for your holiday. Adventure Destinations can offer accommodation and touring from budget to first class depending on your choice of style and price. There is something for everyone in Borneo & Malaysia irrespective of your age and budget. If you are unsure of a tour’s suitability for you personally, then ask your travel agent to consult with our Adventure Destination’s specialists. It is essential when planning your safari that you consider: length of time away; budget; standard of accommodation - camping, hotel or lodge style; preferred country or countries to visit and any other priorities. All of this information is necessary for us to ensure that we provide you with an itinerary that caters for all of your safari requests.

Borneo & Malaysia

Borneo and Malaysia entice the traveller seeking an exciting and different holiday. Regardless of whether your desire is a holiday relaxing at one of the fabulous beach resorts, a complete adventure safari including a climb up Mt Kinabalu, visiting some of the indigenous tribes staying in Longhouses, or a complete tailor made itinerary to your specific requirements, Borneo and Malaysia promise rewarding and memorable holiday experiences. Borneo - the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, the small Sultanate of Brunei and Indonesian Kalimantan - really satisfies the travellers spirit. A land covered with mountains and jungles bursting with colourful flora, fauna, untamed beauty and magnificent beaches. Borneo is a land of diversity with ancient traditions and customs; a potpourri of cultures - Malay, Chinese, Indonesians, Eurasians and Dayaks (the generic name used to define the multitude of different tribes). Borneo is home to a variety of wildlife, in particular, the orang utans, proboscis monkeys, macaques, rare hornbills, green turtles, elephants and rhinoceros. For the birding enthusiast, some 600 species of birds inhabit the coastal lowland, high mountain areas and cave systems. Malaysia offers swaying palms, clear blue skies and sandy beaches enticing the traveller to seek an experience “away from it all”. Kuala Lumpur, the capital, is a modern city but has never lost sight of its traditional Moorish heritage. Penang, “the Pearl of the Orient”, has always captured the imagination of travellers with its colonial past, gardens, hills and varieties of cuisine. Visit ancient Malacca, founded in the 15th Century, and journey to the colonial hill station areas of Fraser Hill and the Cameron Highlands, 5000ft above sea level. For those looking for something adventurous, a trip to Taman Negara National Park boasts a myriad of wildlife and a great variety of birdlife.

Individual Itineraries

In order to meet your specific travel requirements Adventure Destinations can tailor an individual itinerary for you. Use the itineraries given in the brochure as a starting point or design your own tour from the outset. Whichever way, our experienced staff can make the necessary arrangements. By formulating your own mixture of adventure and comfort you can visit the regions and cultures of your choice at a style and price to suit.

The Best Time to Travel

Borneo and Malaysia are north of the equator and have an equatorial climate ranging from 21oC to 32oC throughout the year and a high humidity. The exception is the higher areas of the Cameron Highlands and around Mt Kinabalu. Monsoon season brings heavy downpours on the east coast of Malaysia, north-eastern part of Sabah and western end of Sarawak from November to February. The west coast of Malaysia and Sabah experience a rainy season from September to October. The rain offers respite from the heat and should not be a deterrent to travel. However, Borneo and Malaysia can be considered as year round destinations, though some areas such as Taman Negara National Park and Mulu National Park close in the height of the Monsoon Season.

Style of Accommodation & Touring

There are several tours staying in a variety of accommodation. For the most part we use 3 star accommodation where possible, but in some areas we utilise the best available accommodation which may be a forest lodge or guesthouse. The majority of such accommodation has private facilities and we will make you aware of any accommodation without private facilities. Many of the hotels have excellent dining rooms and public areas with swimming pools. It is possible to upgrade accommodation to 4 or 5 star in most places. Throughout you will have the services of experienced guides. Transportation varies from aeroplanes, coaches, and mini buses, to speed boats and longboats.

Getting There

Malaysia and Borneo are well served by Malaysian Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Royal Brunei from Australia. Airfares change rapidly and there are often great deals with short ticketing deadlines, therefore we have not included airfares in our packages. Have your travel agent contact Adventure Destinations for a quotation on the many special airfares available.

Single Travellers

If you wish to join us on one of our tours and you are single but unable to pay the single supplement, Adventure Destinations will endeavour to match you up with a travel companion of the same sex with similar interests where possible*. This only applies on certain tours/safaris, so please check with our specialist staff. *Conditions apply

We carefully choose the operators and facilities we prefer to work with and on whom we can rely. This allows us the widest possible choice of quality arrangements.

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Borneo & Malaysia

Adventure Tours

Trekking, Walking & Boating

Whether your choice is climbing Mt Kinabalu, rafting, scuba diving, walking through the Mulu National Park, boating through the Taman Negara National Park or travelling by longboat up the Lemanak River, we have the professional staff and equipment to back you up. We use moderate accommodation in main towns and cities, forest lodges, long houses and smaller hotels elsewhere. These trips are for the more adventurous but that does not mean you have to be young - just young at heart. Of course you must have a high level of fitness to climb Mt Kinabalu - and in the case of boating and rafting trips you must be able to swim. The main point to remember is that your “adventure” is not a race so we ensure that a fairly consistent but leisurely pace is kept on all trips.

Health Requirements

It is mandatory that you contact your health adviser regarding health requirements that may be applicable in the countries you are visiting.

Pricing

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Borneo Highlights Mystical Borneo Wild Borneo

Borneo Short Tours & Family Breaks Surprising Sabah Sabah & Sarawak Diving – Lankayan Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Mabul, Sipadan Kapalai, Sipadan

Diving

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs Borneo Homestay Experience Kota Kinabalu Day Tours

Sabah Mini Tours

Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari Turtles & Orang Utans Turtles, Orang Utans & Wildlife Safari Kiulu River Rafting Padas Whitewater Rafting Spectacular Orang Utan Encounter

Sabah Mini Tours

River and Rainforest Wildlife Experience Borneo Rainforest Explorer – Danum Valley Mountain Torq Mt Kinabalu Scenic Trek Maliau Basin Trek Crocker Range Jungle Trek

Sabah Trekking

Iban Longhouse Batang Ai Luxury Safari Mulu Caves Safari Headhunters Trail Wildlife & Culture Sarawak Borneo Highlands Getaway Kuching Day Tours

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Sarawak Trekking & Rafting Sarawak Rafting Escapade Sarawak Jungle Escapade Ulu Lemanak Trekking Tour

Brunei

Explore Brunei Discover Ulu Ulu Brunei Day Tours

Kalimantan

Kalimantan South Island Explorer Orang Utan & Jungle Cruise Orang Utan Explorer Kalimantan Tribes & Villages Jungle River Cruise

Kalimantan

West Peninsular Explorer Northern Circle Explorer Freedom Drive Tour

Peninsular Malaysia

Journey to Belum Rainforest Kuala Lumpur to Penang Kuala Lumpur to Singapore Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok Rainforest Explorer Cameron Highlands Tour Gourmet Tour of Malaysia Taman Negara Jungle Safari

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Malaysia Mini Tours

Kota Kinabalu 22 Kuching 22 Kuala Lumpur 22 Langkawi 22 Malacca 22 Pangkor 22 Penang 22 Sample itinerary 22

Affordable Hotels

Booking Terms & Conditions

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Borneo Highlights

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Mystical Borneo 13 days / 12 nights

This tour is for the traveller seeking the comforts of home but wishing to experience the fascinating island of Borneo. The optional Mt Kinabalu climb is rated as difficult to hard and participants should be physically fit. There is plenty of time to relax and soak up the sun and enjoy excellent Malaysian cuisine. Day 1: Arrive Kota Kinabalu

Arrive in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. The afternoon is at leisure.

Day 2: Kota Kinabalu – Mt Kinabalu National Park

Travel via the Crocker Range to the Mt Kinabalu National Park. For those who are willing, the optional climb of the highest peak in South East Asia commences. For the less energetic, there is a guided nature walk and a video presentation at the Park Headquarters. Accommodation is at Hill Lodge (or similar). (B,L,D)

Clear Water Cave Entrance - Sarawak Tourism

Day 3: Mt Kinabalu

Day 6: Sandakan – Selingan Turtle Island

Climbers proceed to Timpohon Gate and commence climbing for 4 - 7 hours. Arrive at 11,000 feet and time to relax. Climbers overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse (Dormitory style with shared facilities). Non-climbers overnight at Hill Lodge (or similar). (B,L,D)

Day 4: Mt Kinabalu – Kota Kinabalu

Climbers wake early and ascend to the peak of Mt Kinabalu for an awe inspiring sunrise. After a leisurely descent meet the non-climbers who have visited Poring Hot Springs and viewed wildlife from the canopy walkway. Return to Kota Kinabalu for a 2 night stay. (B,L)

Day 5: Kota Kinabalu

Full day at leisure. Optional tours are available to Mamutik/Manukan Islands for swimming and snorkelling, Mengkabong Water Village, Orchid farm, scuba diving, river rafting (own expense). (B)

After a short flight to Sandakan transfer to the port area for a boat journey to Selingan Island. Proceed to Selingan Turtle Island for an afternoon of snorkelling and swimming. In the evening witness the endangered green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs, transfer of the eggs to the hatchery and release of hatchlings to the sea. Overnight in chalets. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Selingan Turtle Island – Sandakan – Kota Kinabalu

Return to the mainland and transfer to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Witness the feeding of orphaned orang utans, walk along a jungle trail in tropical lowland rainforest for wildlife viewing. Afternoon tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport for the return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. (B,L)

Day 8: Kota Kinabalu – Miri – Mulu National Park

Fly to Mulu National Park via Miri. Mulu National Park is famous for its unique natural formations and its cave system - reputed to be the largest in the world. Take a 3km plank-walk to Lang Cave and Deer Cave, home to millions of fruit bats. Visit the canopy skyway. Time at leisure. Spend 2 nights at Mulu. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Mulu National Park

Travel by longboat and visit a Penan Settlement to observe their way of life, then continue the journey to Wind Cave. Take a plank-walk to Clearwater Cave for more interesting stone formations and the Rajah Brooke butterflies. (B,L,D)

Day 10: Mulu – Miri – Kuching

Fly to Kuching via Miri. Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. (B)

Day 11: Lemanak Longhouse

Drive to Lemanak stopping at a Serian farmer’s market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Travel by longboat to the longhouse to view a traditional way of life including the making of mats, baskets, handicrafts and fishing nets. Enjoy an evening of traditional dancing, music, games and a glass of rice wine with the longhouse dwellers. Overnight in a longhouse with basic shared facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 12: Lemanak – Kuching

In the morning a blowpipe demonstration and take a guided jungle walk to learn about traditional uses of rainforest plants. Return by river and coach to Kuching. Overnight in Kuching at Damai Beach. (B,L)

Day 13: Depart Kuching

Time at leisure for shopping or relaxation. Optional tour to Bako National Park or informative Semonggok Orang Utan Sanctuary (own expense). Transfer to the airport for onward flight. (B)

Canopy Skywalk in Mulu, Sarawak

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Borneo Highlights Wild Borneo

12 days / 11 nights This tour gives travelers the opportunity to experience “Wild Borneo”. Travel from Sabah to Sarawak and finishing the tour on a five day river cruise in the most remote untouched part of Borneo, Kalimantan. In each destination, there is the chance to learn more about the endangered orangutans of Borneo, both in rehabilitation centres in Sabah and Sarawak, and then in the wild in Kalimantan. Day 1: Arrive Kuching

Arrive in Kuching and transfer to the hotel for a 2 night stay. The afternoon is at leisure.

Day 2: Kuching

After breakfast, pick up from the hotel for a city tour which takes you past the main attractions such as Chinatown, Cat Monument, City Tower for a birds eye view of Kuching City, The Malay Houses on stilts, Old State Mosque, Main Bazzar, India Street, Gambier Road, Wet Market, Colonial Centre, Textile Museum, Chinese Museum, Sarawak Museum and Kuching waterfront to view the new ultramodern State Legislative Assembly building, alongside the historical Astana and Fort Margherita.

Selingan Island

Day 8: Jakarta – Palangkaraya

Day 10: Kanarakan – Tangkiling

Drive to Lemanak stopping at a Serian farmers market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Travel by longboat to the longhouse to view the traditional way of life including the making of mats, baskets, handicrafts and fishing nets. Enjoy an evening of traditional dancing, music, games and a glass or two of rice wine with the longhouse dwellers. Overnight in a longhouse with basic facilities. (B,L,D)

Cruise the Kayahan River, the largest river in Central Kalimantan, with stilted and floating riverside villages. The scenery changes heading further into the pristine jungle with sparse villages dotting the river and the beginning of orangutan release areas. Stop for lunch at the small village of Katimpun before heading off to site orangutans on Pulau Hampapa. This afternoon take a traditional canoe ‘klotok’ to search for proboscis monkeys, hornbills, red langurs and Brahmini kites on the banks of black water lakes. Return to the Rahai’i Pangun for a dinner amongst the sounds of the jungle. Spend 4 nights on the riverboat in cabin accommodation with shared bathroom facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 11: Tangkiling – Bukit Rawi

Day 4: Lemanak – Kuching – Kota Kinabalu

Day 9: Marang – Kanarakan

This afternoon, transfer from the hotel by coach and walk 20 minutes to Semonggok Orang Utan Centre for feeding time. See how the Orangutans are being rehabilitated and trained to fend for themselves before being released into the wild. Return to the hotel. (B)

Day 3: Kuching – Lemanak

In the morning a blowpipe demonstration and a guided jungle walk to learn about traditional uses of rainforest plants. Return by river and coach to Kuching airport. After a short flight to Kota Kinabalu you will be met and transferred to the Hotel. Overnight in Kota Kinabalu. (B,L)

Day 5: Kota Kinabalu – Selingan Turtle Island

After a short flight to Sandakan transfer to the port area for a boat journey to Selingan Island for an afternoon of snorkelling and swimming. In the evening witness the endangered green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs, transfer of the eggs to the hatchery and release of hatchlings to the sea. Overnight in chalets. (B,L,D)

Take complimentary shuttle bus back to the airport. Fly from Jakarta to Palangkaraya, Indonesian Borneo. Transfer to the harbour to board the Rahai’i Pangun cruise boat, a refurbished traditional ‘rungkan’ boat with large viewing decks.

After breakfast travel further up river passing villages and the first established orangutan release island of Pulau Kaja, home to around 50 rehabilitated orangutans. Continue to the village of Kanarakan and walk through the village with a local host to learn about how this remote community live and work within the jungle and river. A great opportunity to interact with the local culture and people and delve deeper into the traditional activities such as drying fish, hulling rice and weaving rattan mats and bags. After lunch take a canoe ride to nearby lakes to spot more wildlife before returning to the boat moored near the village overnight. (B,L,D)

Morning visit to Pallas Island to watch orangutans in their natural habitat. Visit the release centre and meet local specialists who rehabilitate orangutans, learn about the program with a short before observing baby orangutans behind glass in the socialisation areas. Transfer by canoe to Tangkiling Hill, to see the village ‘patahu’, a spirit house for the ancestral souls of the local people before learning the legends behind the sacred Batu Banama rock. Climb the hill for sunset views over the Rungkan river, Baranahu Hill and Palangkaraya Nyau forests. Return to the boat for dinner and quiet mooring on the river. (B,L,D) After breakfast, relax onboard whilst continuing the journey to Bukit Rawi arriving in the afternoon. Stroll though the former strategic town of the Dutch East Indies to observe the contrast of longhouses and colonial style buildings. Dinner on board, and later enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment of music and dance. (B,L,D)

Day 12: Palangkaraya

Enjoy breakfast onboard whilst cruising back to Palangkaraya. Transfer to the airport for the departure flight. (B)

Day 6: Sepilok – Sandakan – Kota Kinabalu

Return to the mainland and transfer to the Sepilok Orang Utan Centre. Witness the feeding of orphaned Orang Utans, walk along a jungle trail in tropical lowland rainforest for wildlife viewing. Afternoon tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport for the return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to the hotel for overnight. (B,L)

Day 7: Kota Kinabalu – Jakarta

Transfer to the airport. Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Jakarta, Indonesia, via Kuala Lumpur. Arrive Jakarta and take the complimentary shuttle bus to the hotel. Overnight at Jakarta Airport Hotel. (B)

Iban Longhouse with Blowpipe

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Borneo Short Tours & Family Breaks

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Surprising Sabah 10 days / 9 nights

Discover the amazing wilds of Sabah. Highlights of this tour include a river cruise in search of elusive proboscis monkeys, a scenic trek to the summit of Mt Kinabalu, a visit to the orang utan rehabilitation centre and the exploration of Sabah’s largest birds nest caves. Day 1: Arrive Kota Kinabalu

On arrival at the airport, transfer to the hotel for overnight.

Day 2: Sandakan – Selingan Turtle Island

Fly to Sandakan and transfer by boat to Libaran Island for lunch. Proceed to Selingan Turtle Island for an afternoon of snorkelling and swimming. In the evening witness the endangered green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs, transfer of the eggs to the hatchery and release of hatchlings to the sea. Overnight in comfortable chalets with private facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Gomantong Caves & Kinabatangan River

Proceed to Sukau River Lodge enroute visiting the Gomantong Caves, the biggest birds nest caves in Sabah. Take a boat cruise in search of proboscis monkeys, birds and other exotic fauna and flora. Enjoy a dinner slide show and, if weather permits, a night walk. Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge for 2 nights. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Sukau Rainforest Lodge

Morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap Oxbow Lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast an educational tour on hornbill boardwalk. Afternoon river cruise. Optional night safari (own expense) after dinner spotting nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Sepilok – Sandakan – Kota Kinabalu

Return to the mainland and visit Sepilok Orang Utan Centre. Spend the morning observing the orang utans at the centre and viewing wildlife on a jungle trail. After lunch enjoy a tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport for the return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to the hotel for overnight. (B,L)

Day 6: Kota Kinabalu – Mt Kinabalu National Park

Day 7: Mt Kinabalu

Climbars proceed to Timpohon Gate and commence climbing for 4 - 7 hours. Arrive at 11,000 feet and time to relax. Climbers overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse (Dormitory style with shared facilities). Non-climbers overnight at Hill Lodge (or similar). (B,L,D)

Sabah & Sarawak 8 days / 7 nights

A brief insight into the wildlife, culture and lifestyles of Sabah and Sarawak. Featuring visits to a Longhouse in Sarawak and the orang utans at the Sepilok Centre in Sabah, this is a real holiday experience. Marvel at the exotic flora and fauna in Mt Kinabalu National Park. Explore the fascinating Niah Caves to observe the collection of bird-nest and the prehistoric wall paintings.

Day 5: Kuching

Morning at leisure. In the afternoon a guided walking tour of the City or for those who prefer not to walk, a coach tour. Visit the Sarawak Museum, the city’s oldest building, the Main Bazaar, Carpenter Street, India Street, markets and mosques. Overnight in Kuching. (B)

Day 6: Lemanak Longhouse

Arrive in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to the hotel for a 3 nights stay. Relax or explore the city.

Drive to Lemanak stopping at a Serian farmer’s market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Travel by longboat to the longhouse to view a traditional way of life including the making of mats, baskets, handicrafts and fishing nets. Enjoy an evening of traditional dancing, music, games and a glass of rice wine with the Longhouse dwellers. Overnight in a guesthouse with basic shared facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 2: Kinabalu National Park

Day 7: Lemanak – Kuching

Day 1: Arrive Kota Kinabalu

Explore Mt Kinabalu National Park and Poring Hot Springs. Late in the afternoon return to the hotel. (B,L)

Day 3: Orang Utans

After a short flight to Sandakan spend the morning observing the orang utans at Sepilok Orang Utan Centre and viewing wildlife on a jungle trail. After lunch enjoy a tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport for the return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to the hotel for overnight. (B,L)

In the morning a blowpipe demonstration and take a guided jungle walk to learn about traditional uses of rainforest plants. Return by river and coach to Kuching. Overnight in Kuching. (B,L)

Day 8: Depart Kuching

Tour concludes after a transfer to the airport.

Day 4: Kota Kinabalu – Kuching

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Kuching. Met and transferred to the hotel for a 2 night stay. (B,L)

Sukau Kinabatangan River

Day 8: Mt Kinabalu – Kota Kinabalu

Day 9: Mamutik & Manukan Islands

Enjoy a relaxing day cruise to Mamutik Island, a peaceful and tranquil island with sandy beaches. Spend time relaxing, swimming and snorkelling. Transfer to Manukan Island for a BBQ lunch then return to Kota Kinabalu. (B,L)

Day 10: Depart Kota Kinabalu Transfer to the airport.

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Sabah & Sarawak Surprising Sabah

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Diving For those who yearn to explore the underwater world, Borneo has much to offer. Spend time explore the reefs off the islands and encountering the masses of marine life that inhabit the region. There are a number of areas within Borneo which will be of great interest to divers, experienced or not, and they all offer their own unique attraction to both the diver and non-diver. Borneo’s beautiful islands with pristine white sandy beaches, outstanding underwater marine beauty and diversity should be on everyone’s bucket list.

Diving – Lankayan

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

Kapalai, Sipadan

Lankayan Island is a true macro world paradise. Large stretches of beautiful hard and soft corals, amongst multitudes of juvenile colourful fish. Some of the species found here are yet to be described. Pelagic also abound here, from large schools of scads, yellow tail barracudas, jacks, and many more. The many schools of medium to large hump head parrot fish are always an exciting encounter. There is also the opportunity to meet large rays, guitarfish and even manatees. For those more inclined towards the smaller denizens of the reefs, there are numerous juvenile fish, clown anemone fish, decorator and spider crabs, coral shrimps, nudibranchs, prawn gobies and abundance of rarer subjects such as jawfish, ornate ghost pipefish and frogfish.

This day tour provides a sample of what the waters around Sabah have to offer. With 2 boat dives, this popular package is convenient as the location is only 15 minutes away from the city of Kota Kinabalu. (L)

A few minutes by boat from the islands of Sipadan and Mabul but a full world away from it lays the exhilarating Kapalai Island. It boasts a mile-long sandbank of powdery white sand where one can suntan at complete leisure while gazing out to the miles of brilliant turquoise stretching into the horizon offering the purest image of natural serenity. Dive spots are extremely close and can be reached in just a few minutes by speedboat and some of them just by swimming from the dive centre pier. For those who are ready to venture further, dive in Sipadan (where big fish and turtles abound) or in Mabul (where silky and muddy bottoms offer different and equally pleasant experience and opportunities to the lovers of “muck diving”).

Full day

4 days / 3 nights

Day 1: Sandakan – Lankayan

Arrive Sandakan, met and transferred to jetty for the 75-minute boat ride to Lankayan Island. Settle in and proceed for orientation dive. Spend 3 nights at Lankayan Dive Resort in a chalet. (L,D)

Day 2-3: Lankayan

Three boat dives and unlimited beach dives.

Day 4: Lankayan – Sandakan

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Depart Lankayan by speed boat and return to Sandakan for the onward journey. (B)

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Mabul, Sipadan 4 days / 3 nights

Mabul Island is a 15 minute boat transfer from Sipadan and is recognized as one of the world’s best “muckdiving” sites. Mabul Island has a shallow reef profile with sandy bottom and patches of sea grass and also one of the richest single destinations for exotic small marine life in the world. It is the diversity of macro animals inhabiting the coral rubble and sea grass sites that put Mabul on the diving map. Flamboyant cuttlefish, blue-ringed octopus, mimic octopus, gobies and frogfish are everywhere, as are moray, snake eels and practically the whole scorpion fish family. There’s no doubt about it, Mabul is a magical macro site its’ beauty will also appeal to non-divers.

Day 1: Tawau – Mabul

Arrive Tawau, met and transferred for a 2 hour boat ride to Mabul Island followed by orientation by dive master and shore dives. Spend 3 nights chalet accommodation at Mabul. (L,D)

Day 1: Tawau

Arrive Tawau, met and transfered for a 2 hour overland journey to Semporna. An hour boat ride to Sipadan followed by orientation by dive master and shore dives. Spend 3 nights chalet accommodation at Kapalai. (L,D)

Day 2-3: Kapalai

Enjoy three boat dives per day and also unlimited shore dives. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Kapalai

Transfer to Semporna then Tawau.

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Day 2-3: Mabul

Three boat dives per day, unlimited shore dives and opportunities to dive at Sipadan. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Mabul –Tawau

Transfer to Semporna then Tawau.

(B,L)

Mabul Bungalows

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Sabah Mini Tours

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Sabah is dominated by one of the highest mountains in South East Asia - Mt Kinabalu, just two hours from the capital, Kota Kinabalu. Mt Kinabalu National Park offers an exceptional variety of flora and fauna for the nature enthusiast. Offshore from Kota Kinabalu is the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park which offers good snorkelling and diving. Whilst in Sandakan visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, home to over 120 wild or semi wild orang utans most of them orphaned as a result of logging operations. From Sandakan visit Turtle Island, a protected hatchery for the endangered green turtle.

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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa 4 days / 3 nights

As sensual and exotic as the hibiscus flower that bears its name, Bunga Raya Island Resort is a luxurious jewel set on a coral reef island just off the coast of Borneo. A secluded island hideaway of 48 timbered villas, the resort is tucked away on a tranquil and hidden bay framed by crescent shaped white sand beach on one side and the centuries old virgin jungle on the other. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Bunga Raya Island Resort

Met and transferred from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Transferred by scheduled speed boat to Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa for 3 nights accommodation.

Day 2-3: Bunga Raya Island Resort

Days at own leisure to relax or enjoy the facilities of the resort. Bunga Raya offers an incomparable sensual experience that immerses you in the marvels of nature, and you're always free to customise your experience. Select from the variety of available activities (free use of all non-motorised watercrafts; Kayaks; Snorkelling, Paddle Board etc), or browse a separate menu of recreational diversions found at the Gayana Eco Resort, the sister property located just minutes away. (B)

Day 4: Bunga Raya Island Resort – Kota Kinabalu

Transfer by the scheduled speed boat to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Met and transferred to Kota Kinabalu Airport to connect with onward flight. (B)

Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs

Kota Kinabalu Day Tours

Kota Kinabalu Highlights (Duration 3 hours)

2 days / 1 night

An extensive look at Kinabalu Park, a nature lovers paradise with over 1,000 species of orchids and 600 species of birds. Guided nature walks, the Canopy Walkway situated 100 to 200ft above the forest floor, and Poring Hot Springs provide an opportunity to appreciate nature up close.

This tour covers Signal Hill for a bird’s eye view of the city and the offshore islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Atkinson Clock Tower, Australia Place, the city waterfront and the local handicraft market. Proceed to Tun Mustapha building and University Malaysia Sabah passing by scenic Likas Wetland and Kampung Likas. Also visit Sabah Museum and the famous Tanjung Aru Beach.

Day 1: Mt Kinabalu National Park

Night Market (Duration 2.5 hours)

Travel via the Crocker Range to the Mt Kinabalu National Park. Enjoy a guided nature walk. After lunch a video presentation at the Park Headquarters and a guided walk to the Mountain Garden to see a rare collection of mountain plants and flowers. Overnight lodge accommodation. (L,D)

Day 2: Mt Kinabalu – Kota Kinabalu

Visit Poring Hot Springs and trek to the canopy walkway to view wildlife. Return to Kota Kinabalu. (B,L)

Borneo Homestay Experience 3 days / 2 nights

A unique experience staying with a local family and getting a taste of their true culture and lifestyle. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Papar

Drive 45 minutes past scenic paddy fields to Kampung Papaga, Papar. Enjoy a walk around the village. After a traditional lunch, the host family will teach you how to make “sago” pancake. In the evening, proceed for a buffalo ride and if weather permits, visit a nearby beach to watch the sunset. Return to the host family house for two nights basic accommodation with shared facilities. (L,D)

Day 2: Papar

Plunge Pool Villa, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

After breakfast, visit a nearby rubber estate. Test your skills at rubber tapping and walk along a suspension bridge. Witness the “Sago” processing steps and later on conquer your fear with a sago grubs “fear factor” challenge. Participate in the tree planting activity with the host family. Take part in the traditional cooking lesson conducted by the local chief. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Papar – Kota Kinabalu

Breakfast with host family and bid them farewell.

A brief sunset tour covering Signal Hill overlooking the city centre and the offshore islands and Tanjung Aru Beach. Visit the night market to bargain for local spices, souvenirs, fruits and vegetables. Proceed to a restaurant for dinner. (D)

Kinabalu Park Botanique (Full Day)

Drive 2 hours overland (88km) through paddy-fields and Dusun villages over the ridges of the Crocker Range to the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu at 5,000 feet. A short stop at roadside stalls at Nabalu market to savour local fruits in season. At Kinabalu Park World Heritage Site, visit the Education Centre and Mountain Garden, home to various species of the flowering Rhododendrons, carnivorous pitcher plants, orchids, ferns, oak trees and birds. If time and weather permits, take a guided walk on one of the trails to observe the montane forest before returning to Kota Kinabalu. (L)

Borneo Culinary (Half Day)

This is a unique learning experience that offers the opportunity to be taught directly by a local resident cook. The tour stars with a short drive to the suburbs outside of Kota Kinabalu, to the home of a local caterer. Proceed for a short trip to the local market to purchase fresh produce, before returning to commence cooking “Borneo Style”. What makes this tour interesting is the fact that lunch will be what you cook during the class. (L)

North Borneo Railway (Wed & Sat only)

Unique opportunity to re-live the nostalgic bygone era of the British North Borneo. Experience the unique landscape of Sabah on one of the five colonial-style steam locomotive carriages. Travel Tanjung Aru to the suburbs outside of Kota Kinabalu, Putatan, Kinarut, Kawang and Papar. (L)

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Sabah Mini Tours Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari 3 days / 2 nights

A tour providing many opportunities for wildlife spotting from the feeding time of the Orang Utans at Sepilok, the birds and wildlife in virgin mangroves, to cruising down the Kinabatangan River. Day 1: Sandakan – Sepilok – Kinabatangan River

On arrival at Sandakan Airport, transfer to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for a video show. Trek 10 minutes through the rainforest on wooden plank walks to witness the feeding of the orang utans. Continue to Sandakan jetty for 2½ hour boat journey to multi award winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge along Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan. Opportunities to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats. Late afternoon take a motorboat cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species. Sukau is home to pygmy elephants, orang utans, proboscis monkeys and all eight species of hornbill in Borneo. Spend 2 nights at Sukau Rainforest Lodge. (L,D)

Day 2: Kinabatangan

Wake up to the calls of gibbons and hornbills. A morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap Oxbow Lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, proceed for an educational tour on the Hornbill Boardwalk located behind the lodge with an in-house naturalist. There is the option to participate in the Kinabatangan Wildlife Corridor Regeneration Programme (KWICORP) by planting trees on 65 acres of adopted land. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise searching for more wildlife. After dinner an optional night safari cruise (at a surcharge) spotting nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. Try the lodge’s rejuvenating Foot Spa Treatment (own expense). (B,L,D)

Day 3: Kinabatangan – Sandakan

After breakfast, return to Sandakan by land. After lunch enjoy a tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport. (B,L)

Turtles & Orang Utans 2 days /1 night

Combination of two of the best wildlife attractions in Sabah - the orang utans at Sepilok and turtle viewing on the remote tropical, Selingan Turtle Island. Day 1: Sandakan – Selingan Turtle Island

Travel by boat from Sandakan to Libaran Island for lunch. Proceed to Selingan Turtle Island for an afternoon of snorkelling and swimming. In the evening witness the endangered green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs, transfer of the eggs to the hatchery and release of hatchlings to the sea. Overnight in chalets. (L,D)

Day 2: Sepilok – Sandakan

Return to Sandakan by boat and proceed to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for a video show. Trek ten minutes through the rainforest on wooden plank walls to witness the feeding of orang utans. After lunch enjoy a tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport. (B,L)

Proboscis Monkey - Sabah Tourism Board - David Kirkland

Turtles, Orang Utans & Wildlife Safari 4 days / 3 nights

Day 1: Sandakan – Selingan Turtle Island

Upon arrival at Sandakan Airport met and transferred to the jetty for approximately 1-hour speed boat ride to Selingan Island. Explore the island, swim and snorkel. After dinner, wait for the signal from the Park Ranger before proceeding in small groups to watch Green Turtles lay eggs on the beach, transplanting of eggs to hatchery and release of baby turtles to the sea. This island is a park conservation area since 1977. Turtles come ashore to lay their eggs every night throughout the year. Overnight in chalets. (L,D)

Day 2: Selingan Turtle Island – Sandakan – Sukau Return to Sandakan by boat and transfer to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for a video show. Trek 10 minutes through the rainforest on wooden plank walks to witness the feeding of the orang utans. Continue to Sandakan jetty for 2½ hour boat journey to multi award winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge along Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan. Opportunities to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats. Late afternoon take a motorboat cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species. Sukau is home to pygmy elephants, orang utans, proboscis monkeys and all eight species of hornbill in Borneo. Return for solar heated hot shower, candle light dinner overlooking the riverbank and slide show conducted by naturalist guide. Spend 2 nights at Sukau Rainforest Lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Sukau

Kiulu River Rafting Half Day

Transfer to Tamparuli past scenic countryside up the Kiulu River. After preparation and a safety briefing, raft down the Kiulu River passing by rubber estates, orchards, paddy-fields and isolated Dusun villages through mild river water. Ideal for family groups (Grade 1-2). Raft may need to be carried over shallow water. (L)

Padas Whitewater Rafting Spectacular Full Day

Leave Kota Kinabalu for 1½ hour overland journey to Beaufort and another 1½ hours by train to Pangi. After suiting yourself up and a safety briefing by the guide, embark on a 2 hour exhilarating adventure shooting through rapids (Headhunter, Padas Cyclone, Cobra Rock, Roller Coaster, Jacuzzi Pool). In moments of respite, soak in the tranquillity of the virgin rainforest followed by a sumptuous lunch before returning to Kota Kinabalu. (L)

Orang Utan Encounter

On arrival at Sandakan, met and transferred to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for video show. Trek ten minutes through the rainforest on wooden plankwalks to witness the feeding of the orang utans. After lunch in Sandakan, proceed for a short tour of the town including the market, Agnes Keith Museum and Australian War Memorial before transferring to the airport. (L)

Wake up to the calls of gibbons and hornbills. A morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap Oxbow Lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, proceed for an educational tour on the Hornbill Boardwalk located behind the lodge with an in-house naturalist. There is also the option to participate in the Kinabatangan Wildlife Corridor Regeneration Programme (KWICORP) by planting trees on 65 acres of adopted land. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise for more wildlife. After dinner an optional night safari cruise (own expense) spotting nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Sukau – Sandakan

After breakfast, return to Sandakan by boat. After lunch enjoy a tour of Sandakan including the Australian War Memorial and Rainforest Discovery Centre, prior to transferring to the airport. (B,L) Chalets, Selingan Island © Lucy Warner

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Sabah Mini Tours

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River and Rainforest 5 days / 4 nights

Have the best opportunity of spotting Borneo wildlife with time at two wilderness lodges and a stop at Gomantong Caves. Opportunities for seeing orang utans, gibbons, the tarsier, deer, wild cats and the rare Bornean Pygmy Elephant, Sun Bear and Sumatran Rhino. Day 1: Sandakan – Sepilok – Kinabatangan

On arrival at Sandakan met and transferred to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for a video show. Trek 10 minutes through the rainforest on wooden plank walks to witness the feeding of the orang utans. Continue to Sandakan jetty for 2½ hour boat journey to multi award winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge along Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan. Opportunities to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats. Late afternoon take a motorboat cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species. Sukau is home to pygmy elephants, orang utans, proboscis monkeys and all eight species of hornbill in Borneo. Spend 2 nights at Sukau Rainforest Lodge. (L,D)

Day 2: Kinabatangan

Wake up to the calls of gibbons and hornbills. A morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap Oxbow Lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, proceed for an educational tour on the Hornbill Boardwalk located behind the lodge with an in-house naturalist. There is an option to participate in the Kinabatangan Wildlife Corridor Regeneration Programme (KWICORP) by planting trees on 65 acres of adopted land. In the afternoon proceed for another river cruise for more wildlife. After dinner an optional night safari cruise (own expense) spotting nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Sukau – Gomantong – Danum Valley

Proceed 27km overland to Gomantong Caves. Trek 20 minutes through the rainforest to the cave entrance. The guide will give a talk on the cave fauna including bats, swiftlets and crabs among others and their contribution to maintaining a balanced ecology and significance to the local economy. When in season, witness the collecting of birds’ nests by the local people using bamboo ladders and poles. Proceed 2 hours overland to Lahad Datu for lunch, Drive 83km through selectively logged forest, cocoa and soft-wood plantations before arriving at the Borneo Rainforest Lodge beside Danum River on the edge of 438 sq. km of undisturbed lowland rainforest. The Lodge is home to the full range of Sabah’s lowland fauna, including the rare Sumatran Rhinoceros, Elephants, Clouded Leopards, and Orang Utans. So far some 275 species of birds have been recorded in the area. Explore the nature trail and nearby river. In the evening a slide show and if weather permits, spotlighting to view some of the nocturnal animals. Spend 2 nights at Borneo Rainforest Lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Danum Valley

Early morning birdwalk before breakfast. Spend the whole day exploring the forest for birds and mammals, leading up to an escarpment with ancient burial coffins. Trek to a waterfall for refreshing dip in rock pools. Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, explore more trails leading to canopy walkway. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Depart Danum Valley

Morning Trek in search of mammals and birds, Return to the Lodge before departing for Lahad Datu and transfer to the airport. (B,L)

Pygmy Elephant, Sabah © Julian Lee

Wildlife Experience 5 days / 4 nights

Watch orang utans, spot wildlife on the Kinabatangan River, travel to Danum Valley via Gomantong Caves, walk in lowland rainforest in the Danum Valley at Tabin Wildlife Reserve for excellent wildlife opportunities. Day 1: Sandakan – Sepilok – Kinabatangan

Depart Sandakan to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for a video show. Trek 10 minutes through the rainforest on wooden plank walks to witness the feeding of the orang utans. Continue to Sandakan jetty for 2½ hour boat journey to multi award winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge along Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan. View birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats. Late afternoon take a motorboat cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species. Sukau is home to pygmy elephants, orang utans, proboscis monkeys and all eight species of hornbill in Borneo. Spend 2 nights at Sukau Rainforest Lodge. (L,D)

Day 2: Kinabatangan

Day 3: Gomantong – Danum Valley – Tabin

Borneo Rainforest Explorer – Danum Valley 3 days / 2 nights

For discerning visitors who yearn to see wildlife in a primeval Borneo rainforest and to understand the conservation realities of our times, a visit to The Danum Valley is a must. The Danum Valley has developed a reputation as the home to an abundance of species such as orang utan, Bornean Gibbon, leaf monkeys and even rhinoceros. The Borneo Rainforest Lodge is built with local materials and located in a magnificent setting beside the Danum River in Sabah’s largest protected lowland forest. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Danum Valley

Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu and drive to Danum Valley. Trek in the oldest remaining rainforest in the world. Experience a suspension walkway to see wildlife. Take a night drive in an open jeep to spotlight for wildlife. Spend 2 nights at Borneo Rainforest Lodge. (L,D)

Day 2: Danum Valley

Nature walks with experienced naturalists and a chance to see wildlife, pristine jungle vegetation and unlimited bird watching. The Rainforest Lodge is not a mass market product and is designed to demonstrate that appropriate tourism can play an important role in rainforest protection. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Danum Valley – Kota Kinabalu

Morning bird walk and nature trails before transferring to Lahad Datu. Fly to Kota Kinabalu. (B)

Proceed 27 km overland to Gomantong Caves. The guide will give a talk on the cave fauna. When in season, witness the collecting of birds’ nests by the local people using bamboo ladders and poles. Continue to the town of Lahad Datu for lunch. Transfer to Tabin Wildlife Reserve, one of the largest wildlife reserves in Malaysia. In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano located nearest to Tabin base. After trekking through the jungle for twenty minutes, arrive at the elevated area that is frequented by deer, wild boars, elephants and birds. After dinner, night activities to observe nocturnal wildlife. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Tabin

Trek through the lush green jungle known for its rich biodiversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad’s Waterfall. Afternoon at leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Tabin – Lahad Datu

After breakfast, stroll to the nearby rock pool or riverside. Transfer to Lahad Datu Airport. (B,L)

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Sabah Trekking Mountain Torq 4 days / 3 nights

Mountain Torq is the World’s highest via Ferrata located at Mt Kinabalu’s Panar Laban rock face. A via Ferrata (or “iron road” in Italian) is a mountain path consisting of a series of rungs, rails and cables embracing the rock face. The diversity of the via ferrata routes means there is something for everyone – whether you are 10 or 70, a keen mountaineer or a casual holidaymaker. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Kinabalu National Park

Met and transferred by road to Kinabalu National Park. Registration and set off up Mt Kinabalu with a guide. Afternoon meeting with the guide. Spend 3 nights at Pendant Hut. (D)

Day 2: Kinabalu National Park

Early wake up and breakfast. Introduction to rappelling or sport climbing. Afternoon at leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Kinabalu National Park

Wake up at 1.30am for breakfast/supper and then proceed to hike up to Low’s Peak for sunrise viewing. Afternoon via Ferrata activity. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Kinabalu National Park – Kota Kinabalu

Early morning pack up and after breakfast return to Kota Kinabalu. (B) 3 Day/2 Night & 2 Day/1 Night via Ferrata options also available

Mt Kinabalu Scenic Trek 3 days / 2 nights

Laban Rata, Mt Kinabalu

Maliau Basin Trek Located at the south-central region of Sabah, approximately 40km off the Kalimantan border is Maliau Basin, Sabah’s Lost World. With an area of 590 sq km, Maliau Basin was part of Yayasan Sabah Concession Area and voluntarily designated as a conversation area in 1981 for research, education and training. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Nabawan

Although no mountaineering skills are required, this trek to the top of South East Asia’s highest mountain requires you to be quite fit to participate. Professional guides escort the trek, accommodation is basic and warm clothing is necessary.

Depart for a 5 to 6 hour overland journey to Sook, Nabawan, Sapulut to reach the Security Gate of Maliau Basin Conservation Area (MBCA). Proceed to the Agathis Camp and stay overnight. After dinner, enjoy a night drive in search of nocturnal animals (subject to weather conditions). Possible encounter of sambar deer, bearded pigs, Malay civet and flying squirrel. (L,D)

Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Kinabalu Park

Day 2: Maliau Basin

Travel via the Crocker Range to the Mt Kinabalu National Park. Enjoy a guided nature walk and a video presentation at the Park Headquarters. Overnight in Kundasang. (L,D)

Day 2: Summit Trail

Commence the scenic but strenuous trek up Mt Kinabalu to the Laban Rata Resthouse at 11,500 feet for overnight stay. Look out for unique pitcher plants and orchids along the way. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Summit Trail – Kota Kinabalu

Early morning climb to the summit of Mt Kinabalu at 13,455 feet to view the spectacular sunrise. Descend to the Resthouse for breakfast before descending to the Park for lunch. Return to Kota Kinabalu. (B,L)

Crocker Range Jungle Trek

6 days / 5 nights

After breakfast, begin trekking through the rainforest on a 7.5 km trail to Camel Trophy Camp. Hike through steep hills and aluminium ladders, ascending to the rim of the Basin. Enjoy a simple refreshment at the camp before proceeding for another 3km trek to Takob–Akob Falls and Giluk Falls. Spend the day swimming and relaxing at the waterfall (subject to time and weather conditions) before returning to Camel Trophy Camp for overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Maliau Basin

Trek for approximately 6.7 km through the dense forest of Maliau Basin to Ginseng Camp. Discover the abundance of nepenthes plants along “Jalan Babi”. Arrive at Ginseng Campsite, relax and swim in the nearby cool forest waterfall (subject to time and weather conditions) and immerse in the sound of the wilderness. Spend 2 nights at Ginseng Camp. (B,L,D)

4 days / 3 nights

The Crocker Range is a forest covered mountain range which stretches south west from Mount Kinabalu towards the Sabah-Sarawak border. It is the largest park in Sabah and provides a vital water catchment area for communities in the foothills. Previously, there was no road from the interior to the coastal town to barter for salt, matches and kerosene. These paths have since been known as the Salt Trail and are used for the Crocker Range Jungle trek. Day 1: Kota Kinabalu – Crocker Range

Depart for a 1 hour drive to the trekking start point. Upon arrival, commence trekking at 5,000 ft above sea level, walking downhill on a 45° slope, passing through native villages, primary and secondary jungle and shifting cultivation (5 hours). Spend 3 nights at a village house or Community Hall. (L,D)

Day 2-3: Crocker Range

Trekking on gentle terrain and ridges, crisscrossing river beds, native villages, jungle and paddy fields. Daily 5 - 8 hours trekking depending on physical fitness and water levels. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Crocker Range – Kota Kinabalu

Continue the last day of jungle trekking (5 hours) passing through a mixture of paddy fields and secondary forest. Return to Kota Kinabalu after a hearty lunch. (B,L)

Day 4: Maliau Basin

Wake up to the calls of Gibbons and the enchanting sounds of the forest before continuing the trek to the spectacular seven tier Maliau Falls. Enjoy a refreshing swim at one of the most remote places on earth. Soak in the atmosphere and spend the whole day unwinding your mind to mother nature before trekking back to Ginseng Campsite. Trek will be 4.8km each way. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Maliau Basin

Commence the 9km trek to Agathis Camp to arrive late afternoon. Overnight at Agathis Camp. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Maliau Basin – Kota Kinabalu

via Ferrata activity - Mt Kinabalu

Travel to Keningau en route to Kota Kinabalu. Savour your achievement for having been to “The Lost World” of Sabah and one of the toughest treks in Borneo. (B,L)

Takub-akub Falls

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Sarawak Mini Tours

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Sarawak is the home of the mythical headhunters of Borneo and the rare helmeted hornbill. Kuching, the capital is a blend of Christian, Muslim and Shines cultures. Visit the Semonggok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bako National Park with its famous pitcher plants. The Sarawak Museum has one of the best collections of artefacts representing traditional lifestyles in South East Asia. Visit the Iban peoples, staying in a traditional longhouse and learning about their communal culture. From Miri visit the Mulu National Park and cave system - the largest discovered in the world.

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Iban Longhouse

Batang Ai Luxury Safari

Mulu Caves Safari

The highlight of a trip to Borneo is a stay overnight in an Iban longhouse. You will be treated to the most memorable experience of the extremely hospitable and friendly Ibans who treasure the unique traditional lifestyle living under one roof and reserving their rich culture and traditions.

Explore lush green rainforests, drive through local fields of pepper and rubber, come close to wild orang-utans but also enjoy the finer things in life on this three day tour.

Explore one of Sarawak’s greatest attractions, Gunung Mulu National Park and its’ spectacular limestone caves. Spend time with the inhabitants of the Penan Settlement.

Day 1: Kuching – Batang Ai Resort

Day 1: Miri – Mulu

2 days / 1 night

Day 1: Kuching – Lemanak

Drive to Lemanak stopping at a Serian farmer’s market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Travel by longboat to the longhouse to view a traditional way of life including the making of mats, baskets, handicrafts and fishing nets. Enjoy an evening of traditional dancing, music, games and a glass or two of rice wine with the longhouse dwellers. Overnight in a longhouse with basic shared facilities. (L,D)

Day 2: Lemanak – Kuching

In the morning a blowpipe demonstration and a guided jungle walk to learn about traditional uses of rainforest plants. Return by river and coach to Kuching. (B,L)

3 days / 2 nights

This exciting day starts with a pleasant drive to Semenggoh Orangutan Centre. Walk through the scenic forest reserve to the feeding platform and see the orang utans swaying from the treetop canopy as they come down for the feeding. This is a rare opportunity to get in close contact with the orang utan. Continue driving through the scenic greenery of rainforest and fields of pepper and rubber. Stop at Serian town to visit a farmers market. Proceed to Lachau town for lunch at a local Chinese restaurant. Drive to Batang Ai Hydro Dam and transfer by motorised boat for a 20 minute ride across the Batang Ai Lake to Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse resort. Spend two nights in comfort at the Hilton Resort. (L,D)

Day 2: Batang Ai Longhouse

After breakfast, embark on a native longboat for a day of exploring the Ulu Ai River and its Iban longhouse communities. Take part in the welcoming ceremony of warrior dance, music and gongs by the local folks. Try your hand on the blow pipe, taste local brew rice wine ‘Tuak’. Later adjourn to a cooked picnic lunch with BBQ fish by the river bank before returning to the resort. (B,L,D)

3 days / 2 nights

Meet at Mulu Airport and transfer to the resort (or Park Chalet). After lunch, trek 45 minutes (3km) on raised plank-walk through lowland rainforest and peat swamp to Lang Caves. Walk inside the largest cave passage of Deer Caves. Witness the daily exodus of thousands of bats at the Observatory at sunset before returning to the Mulu for a 2 night stay. (L,D)

Day 2: Mulu National Park

Visit the Education Centre at Park HQ for a great introduction to Mulu Park. Take a 45-minute longboat ride up the Melinau River to explore Wind Caves. Visit Clearwater Caves to see the subterranean river passage which at 100 km, forms the longest cave system in South East Asia. Lunch at nearby Clearwater River and swim in crystal clear water before returning to overnight accommodation. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Mulu – Miri

Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.

Day 3: Batang Ai Resort – Kuching

After breakfast, transfer by boat to Batang Ai terminal for the return journey to Kuching arriving late afternoon. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant. (B,L)

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Tourist family on Long Boat - Mulu National Park - Sarawak Tourism

Rafflesia at Gading National Park - Sarawak Tourism Board

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Sarawak Mini Tours Headhunters Trail

Borneo Highlands Getaway

In addition to exploring the many caves of Mulu National Park, this tour also takes on the challenge of two days of jungle trekking and wildlife viewing with an option to climb the spectacular Pinnacles. Situated high up on Gunung Api, this 45 metre high limestone forest has been sculptured and grooved by the rain over thousands of years.

Imagine a place of unspoilt beauty, so mesmerizing that time seems to stand still. A place where nature bestows upon it, it’s wondrous gift of colours, unmatched serenity and purity. Welcome to the world of the Borneo Highlands Resort, where pleasure and nature exist in perfect harmony, where everyday is a new experience, exciting the senses. Majestically nestled in the heart of Sarawak, the Land of the Hornbills, the Borneo Highlands Resort is set amidst the 1.5 million years old virgin rainforest, the oldest and 2nd largest tropical rainforest in the world.

5 days / 4 nights

2 days / 1 night

Day 1: Miri – Mulu National Park

Met on arrival at Mulu airport and transferred to the hotel. Afternoon registration at Mulu Park HQ and visit the Education Centre. Take the 3 km plankwalk to explore Lang’s and Deer Caves. Watch the evening exodus of bats at the Observatory. Return to the Park HQ and transfer to accommodation. (D)

Day 2: Mulu National Park

Morning boat ride upstream on the Melinau River to explore Wind Caves and Clearwater Caves. After lunch at Clearwater Hut, travel by boat to Long Litut. Trek through lowland forest for 8.8 km to Camp 5. Spend 2 nights camping. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Mulu National Park

After breakfast, ascend Mt Api to an elevation of 1200m to view the Pinnacles. Packed lunch at the viewpoint before descending back to Camp 5. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Mulu National Park

After breakfast, trek 12km on gentle elevation through the rainforest on former hunting trail to Kuala Terikan. Take a boat, shooting the rapids on the Terikan and Medalam rivers to an Iban Ionghouse for overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Mulu National Park – Medamit

After breakfast, transfer by boat to Medamit and overland to Limbang Airport, Brunei. (B)

Day 1: Kuching – Borneo Highlands Resort

Morning visit to Semonggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Travel by road to the foothill of the Borneo Highlands Resort, board a shuttle for another 20 minutes. Sitting on the Penrissen Range, 1,000 metres above sea level, the Borneo Highlands Resort is surrounded by rich vegetation, flora and fauna and lush rainforest with a year round spring temperature of 18 - 28°C. It is an absolute botanical paradise where one can enjoy fresh air, cool mountain breeze and spectacular highland sceneries. After settling in, meet the guide and proceed for lunch at the resorts restaurant (strictly vegetarian). Proceed on a 1 hour trek through unique rainforest to the Kalimantan Viewpoint, located directly at the border for a wonderful view of the Indonesian side of Borneo. The rainforest is well known for its many different species of birds, which makes it a paradise for bird watchers. Local specials include 4 species of Hornbills and endemic species such as Pygmy White Eye, Mountain Black Eye, Bornean Barbet and the Chestnut Crested Yuhina. Return to the resort by 4-wheel drive for dinner. Overnight at Borneo Highlands Resort. (L,D)

5 days / 4 nights

Day 1: Arrive Kuching

Met at Kuching Airport and transferred to hotel. Commence Kuching sightseeing tour including a visit of Tua Pek Kong temple, Civic Centre for a panoramic view of the city and the Sarawak Museum.

Sarawak Cultural Heritage Tour (Half Day)

A most impressive tourist attraction, located at the foothill of Mount Santubong. This tour combines both experiences of culture and nature of Sarawak. Known as the “Living Museum”, Sarawak Cultural Village offers an opportunity to admire the richly diverse multi-ethnic cultures of Sarawak displayed and presented in the traditional homes of the various indigenous tribes in the village. See how local handicrafts are made such as bamboo & wood carving, basket weaving, sago and pottery making. The tour concludes with fascinating cultural performances at the air-conditioned theatre.

Orang Utan Centre (Half Day Tour)

Transfer from the hotel by coach and walk 20 minutes to Semonggoh Orang Utan Centre. The centre consists of 740 hectares of virgin forest and is home to orang utans, honey bears, hornbills, porcupines, storks, eagles, barking deer and monkeys. See how the orang utans are being rehabilitated and trained to fend for themselves before being released into the wild. Return to the hotel.

Morning bird watching drive. Return to the resort for breakfast. Discover the beauty of the resort's nature. After lunch return by shuttle to the foothills of the Borneo Highlands and transfer back to Kuching. (B,L)

Orang Utan - Semenggoh National Park - Sarawak Tourism

Day 2: Semenggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre – Permai Rainforest Resort

Bako Park Nature Trek (Full Day)

Travel by road to Kg.Bako and boat to the Bako National Park, located 38 km from Kuching City. The experienced guide will lead you through selected trails to explore the oldest and smallest National Park in Sarawak. Observe an amazing array of tropical vegetation and wildlife, including such species as Dipterocarp trees, pitcher plants, mangrove forests and ‘Padang’ or bush type vegetation. Along the trail, a chance to see silver leaf langurs, long tailed macaques, monitor lizards, hornbills and many other bird species. The star attractions of the park are the rare Proboscis monkeys, found exclusively in Borneo. For lunch, opt for Malay or local food in the park canteen before heading back to Kuching. (L)

Visit Semonggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. It provides a rare opportunity to be at close range with the “Wild Man of Borneo” to observe in their natural habitat. Visit Sarawak Cultural Village known as the “Living Museum”. Tour concludes with a fascinating cultural performance. Spend 3 nights at Permai Rainforest Resort (B)

Day 3: Marine Wildlife Cruise

Board a speedboat and search for the Irrawaddy (or Snubfin) Dolphins. Afterwards proceed to the Satang Islands located off the coast of Santubong. Return by boat to Permai slowing passing by “Bird’s Rock” to look for Black-Napped and Bridled Terns. (B,L)

Kuching Cycle Tour (3 hours)

Putih is located at the entrance to Padungan Road area. Cycle pass pre-WW2 buildings and shops, pass the Golden Triangle to Tua Pek Kong and Sarawak Museum. Retrospective moments are spent as one marvel at the salong. Pass the former State Mosque, historic Brooke Dockyard, India Street Pedestrian Walk, Carpenter Street and its back lanes, richly adorned temple-the Hong San Si Temple, official residence of the governor of Sarawak, Astana (palace), view of the State Legislative Assembly building, Orchid Garden, former State Legislative Assembly Building, Boyan and Gersik Malay villages.

Day 4: Bako National Park

A scenic drive to Bako Fishing Village, take a boat ride to Sarawak’s most popular National Park. Trek along the trails to spot wildlife in its natural surroundings including the proboscis monkeys, the monitor lizards, bearded pigs, silver leaf monkeys and more than one hundred species of birds. (B,L) Transfer to Kuching Airport where tour ends.

A city tour viewing the main attractions such as the Chinatown, Cat Monument, City Tower (for a bird’s eye view of Kuching city), the Malay Houses on stilts, Old State Mosque, Main Bazaar, India Street, Gambier Road, Wet Market, Colonial Centre, Textile Museum, Chinese Museum, Sarawak Museum and Kuching Waterfront to view the new ultramodern State Legislative Assembly building, alongside the historical Astana and Fort Margherita

Day 2: Borneo Highlands Resort – Kuching

Wildlife & Culture Sarawak

Day 5: Depart Kuching

Kuching Day Tours

Kuching City Tour (3 hours)

(B) Jungle Spa - Borneo Highlands Resort

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Sarawak Trekking & Rafting

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Sarawak Rafting Escapade 4 days / 3 nights

A traditional rainforest adventure including stays in longhouses. Make your own raft the Iban way and raft for two days in the rainforest. Day 1: Kuching – Iban Longhouse

Day 2: Lubok Pantau Longhouse

Travel upriver by longboat to the remote Lubok Pantau longhouse. The water flows faster as the boat climbs higher, and the boatman frequently has to “shoot the rapids.” During the dry season, visitors may have to climb out and help push the boat. Lunch is cooked in traditional Iban style by the river bank. In the afternoon, arrive at the 13 door Lubok Pantau longhouse. Dinner and traditional entertainment in the longhouse. Overnight on comfortable traditional beds unrolled on the longhouse floor with basic shared facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Rafting

Spend the morning building traditional Iban rafts, made from timber and bamboo lashed together with jungle creepers. Embark on a rafting trip in near-white-water conditions, accompanied by one experienced Iban raft man for every 2 persons. Dinner and accommodation by the river bank (tents or traditional makeshift shelters) or in a nearby longhouse, depending on progress. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Kuching

Breakfast by the river bank. Continue rafting to Ugat longhouse, board a longboat to the jetty and transfer by road to Kuching. (B,L)

Rhinoceros Hornbill - Sarawak Tourism

Sarawak Jungle Escapade 4 days / 3 nights

Ulu Lemanak Trekking Tour

Trek deep into heart of Borneo with Iban trackers, stay in a longhouse, see Orang Utans in the wild and learn how to survive in the jungle. Purely for the adventurous.

A fascinating insight into traditional Sarawak culture and lifestyle, and an unforgettable nature experience.

Day 1: Kuching – Iban Longhouse

Day 1: Arrive Kuching – Lemanak

Day 2: Jungle Trekking

Drive for 5 hours to Batang Ai via Serian Bazaar to visit a native market and a pepper farm. Travel by longboat to Jingin Longhouse. Visit this 10 door longhouse and learn all about the “entire village under 1 roof”. After dinner, an evening’s entertainment, including traditional dancing, music, games, and a glass of “tuak” (rice wine). The Iban are fun-loving people, and visitors are expected to join in! Overnight in longhouse with basic shared facilities. (L,D) Commence trekking deep into the heart of Borneo, accompanied by experienced Iban trackers. Travel into the remote Batang Ai National Park, near the Indonesian border, between 900 and 1600m above sea level. The area is home to a large population of wild orang utan. Other wildlife and fascinating plant life are also abundant. Spend 2 nights in tents or makeshift shelters constructed from leaves and branches. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Jungle Trekking

Continue trekking and exploring the rainforest, observing at close hand the unique flora and fauna that populate the remarkable ecosystem, and learning how to survive in the jungle. Overnight in the jungle. (B,L,D)

3 days / 2 nights

Transfer through lush green countryside, stopping along the way at the Serian Farmers Market, a pepper garden and a roadside bazzar in Iban country. Take a longboat ride up the Lemanak River to Serubah Longhouse. After dinner, an evening of entertainment, including traditional dancing, music, games and a glass of Tuak (rice wine) with the longhouse chief. Spend 2 nights in traditional longhouse accommodation with basic shared facilities. (L,D) After breakfast, full-day jungle trek along ancient native trails, accompanied by traditionally-clad Iban trackers. Learn about the plants and creatures of the rainforest. Traditional lunch cooked in bamboo tubes over open fire. Arrive Skandis Longhouse, traditional entertainment and dinner this evening. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Depart Lemanak

After breakfast, enjoy a blowpipe demonstration before returning to Kuching via the same route. (B,L)

Day 4: Kuching Iban man with tattoo from Batang Ai - Sarawak Tourism

Iban Longhouse - Sarawak Tourism

After breakfast in the jungle, trek back to Batang Ai Jetty and return to Kuching. (B,L)

Lambir Hills National Park - Sarawak Tourism

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Brunei In the north-west corner of the island of Borneo, lies the sultanate of Brunei Darussalam and its’ capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. About 70% of Brunei’s land area is covered by unspoiled rainforest, home to many varieties of flora and fauna endemic only to the island of Borneo. A great portion of the country’s dense rainforest is situated in and around Temburong district. Brunei’s population is mainly composed of Malays with a mixture of Chinese and Indian communities. Brunei enjoys warm, equatorial climate year round with very minor seasonal variations but high levels of rainfall and humidity.

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Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque; Brunei.

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4 days / 3 nights

Brunei Day Tours

7 days / 6 nights

Brunei City & Water Village Tour - Full Day

Experience one of the largest water village settlements in the world, beautiful gold domed mosques, untouched rainforest, proboscis monkeys and other wildlife.

Day 1: Arrive Bandar Seri Begawan

Commence the Bandar Splendour tour which covers Brunei’s history, religion, culture, heritage and daily life of locals. Stop outside the royal palace, Istana Nurul Iman (which means “The Palace of Light”) and The Jame Asr’ Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque that has twenty-nine 24K golden-topped domes. Take a tour in The Water Village or popularly known as “The Venice of The East”. Visit the Brunei Museum. Proceed with the Proboscis Monkey tour, an endangered species only found in the island of Borneo. May see various birds of prey, king fishers, mangrove snakes, monitor lizards, otters, flying foxes and salt water crocodiles. (B)

Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for a 3 night stay.

Day 2: City Tour & Proboscis Monkeys

This morning a city tour including Royal Regalia Museum, the Brunei Museum, the spectacular Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, catch a glimpse of the magnificent Istana Nurul Iman (the official residence of the Sultan) and lastly stop at one of the world’s largest water villages with more than 23,000 dwellings. Return to the hotel. Mid afternoon take a leisurely cruise through mangroves in search of the wild Proboscis Monkey. Opportunity to also see birds of prey, kingfishers, mangrove snakes, monitor lizards, otters, flying foxes and crocodiles. Enjoy the evening sunset and the spectacular sight of hundreds of egrets flying back to the mangrove trees. (B)

Day 3: Ulu Temburong National Park

Full day tour to Ulu Temburong National Park within the Batu Apoi Forest reserves. Drive to the jetty and take a long boat to the Park Headquarters. Walk along plank-walks to the canopy walk through pristine rainforest encountering giant ants and huge buttress dipterocarp trees. After lunch relax and swim at Ulu Ulu Resort. Return to Bandar Seri Begawan by longboat and speedboat. (B,L)

Day 4: Depart Bandar Seri Begawan

Transfer to the airport for the onward flight.

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Arrive at Brunei Airport and transfer to the hotel for a 2 night stay.

Day 2: City Tour & Proboscis Monkey

Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Brunei. Visit the spectacular Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, the Royal Regalia Exhibition Hall and catch a glimpse of the magnificent Istana Nurul Iman (the official residence of the Sultan). After lunch proceed to Kampung Ayer, the world’s largest water village with more than 23,000 dwellings. Transfer to the airport for the flight back to Kota Kinabalu. (L)

Day 3: Ulu Ulu Temburong National Park

The national park is 50,000 hectares of pristine rainforest. Listen to the insects, birds and animals. The journey to the national park from Bandar Seri Begawan is interesting as you go on three different modes of transport and see the change in vegetation. Departs BSB early afternoon and proceed by speedboat to Bangar town where we will go overland to Batang Duri, board the temuai (longboat) to Ulu Ulu Resort. Board speedboat and proceed to Bangar town. At Batang Duri, continue by longboat to the national park. (B,D)

Day 4: Ulu Ulu Temburong National Park

Canopy walk for the sunrise view that literally takes your breath away. As the morning mist lifts see birds flying out to feed, hornbills soaring against the skyline and gibbons calling across the treetops. After lunch proceed to Sg Apari Waterfall. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Ulu Ulu Temburong National Park – Bandar Seri Begawan

Return downstream to Batang Duri and proceed to Bandar for the speedboat transfer to Bandar Seri Begawan for a 2 night stay. (B,L)

Day 6: Bandar Seri Begawan Day at own leisure.

Day 7: Depart Bandar Seri Begawan Transfer to the airport.

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Brunei By Night - Half Day Tour

Tour commences at approximately 6:30pm. Proceed for a quick boat ride at the Water Village then seafood steamboat dinner at a local restaurant by Brunei River. After dinner, experience the magical Bandar Seri Begawan night with photo stops outside Jame ‘Asr’ Hassanil Bolkiah mosque, with the powerful float light on, the true colours of the mosque, visit the daily night market where you can experience the “local” food scene and taste all the local food or snacks. The last stop will be one of the largest shopping malls in Brunei.

Proboscis Monkey Tour - 2 Hours

This popular tour consists of a leisurely boat ride through the mangroves in search of the wild Proboscis Monkey, found only in Borneo. Before entering the mangrove forest pass the famous Kampong Ayer and Sultan’s Palace (Istana Nurul Iman). This tour is designed for you to see and understand the habitat and ecology of Proboscis Monkey. There is an opportunity to witness other wildlife in the area. White-bellied Sea Eagles, Great White Egrets and King Fishers are commonly seen. Maybe encounter a Salt-water Crocodile, Monitor Lizard, otters, flying foxes and long tail macaques.

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Kalimantan

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Kalimantan, which means “River of Diamonds” in Indonesian, is the name Indonesia gave to the huge island of Borneo. Kalimantan has an intriguing history of sultanates and traditional Dayak tribes, with a wealth of ecological and cultural treasures that survive deep within the rainforests of the worlds third’s largest island. With its legacy of Chinese, Malay, Hindu, Muslim, and Dutch influences, there is a virtual mosaic of traditions flourishing in the bustling seaports and riverside cities to be discovered. This is raw Borneo, where the rivers remain the main highways through this vast and mostly empty province.

Kalimantan South Island Explorer 4 days / 3 nights

Discover the local lifestyle of the people in untouched southern areas of Kalimantan. Travel into the wilderness through bamboo forests, past local villages, beautiful rolling hills and stunning waterfalls. Day 1: Banjarmasin

Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for overnight. Banjarmasin is the provincial capital of south Kalimantan and is surrounded by rivers where the locals gather to trade fresh produce and other goods. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner will be served this evening in a local restaurant. Overnight in Banjarmasin. (B,D)

Day 2: Banjarmasin – Martapura – Loksado

Set off for Loksado, a small town about 5-hours from Banjarmasin. Along the way, stop in Maratapura in the Banjar Regency. The area is popular for its diamond industry as well as for being a santri city, a place where the locals practice an orthodox version of Islam. Explore the town and learn more about Banjar people and the process of mining and polishing diamonds. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to Loksado. Stop at the local hot springs where there is a chance to swim. Check into the hotel, a charming lodge in the middle of the woods, and relax before dinner is served. Overnight in Loksado. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Loksado – Amandit River – Banjarmasin

Explore the beautiful hills, local villages and cascading rivers around Loksado. Start with a short trek through bamboo forests and over the hills to a longhouse of the dayak people. Walking around the villages discover the local lifestyles of the people as well as exploring the cinnamon plantations and waterfalls in the area. Then head to the banks of the Amandit River for an exhilarating guided 3-4 hour bamboo rafting journey from Loksado to Muara Hatif or from Muara Hatif to Mawangi depending on the water level. Upon reaching the take-out point, proceed by car to Banjarmasin. This evening, dinner will be provided at a local restaurant. Overnight in Banjarmasin. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Banjarmasin

Awake early and take a guided tour to the morning floating market on the Barito River. See a brilliant mix of colours and sights as the Banjar people paddle their canoes around to sell and buy the merchandise and vegetables. Return to the hotel for breakfast then transfer to the airport for the onward flight. (B)

Orang Utan & Jungle Cruise 8 days / 7 nights

The ultimate escape relaxing on a river cruise on the Kayahan River in Central Kalimantan. Jungle rivers, remote communities, Orang utan in their natural habitat, traditional longhouse stay. Day 1: Palangkaraya

Transfer to Palangkaraya harbor to board the Rahai’i Pangun Cruise boat, a refurbished traditional ‘rungkan’ boat with large viewing decks, for a 4 night cruise with shared facilities. Cruise the Kayahan River, the largest river in Central Kalimantan, with stilted and floating riverside villages as you head out of the provincial capital. The scenery changes heading further into the pristine jungle with sparse villages dotting the river and the beginning of orangutan release areas. Stop for lunch in a small riverside village. Then take a traditional canoe ‘klotok’ to search for proboscis monkeys, hornbills, red langurs and Brahmini kites on the banks of black water lakes. Return to the Rahai’i Pangun for dinner. (L,D)

Day 2: Marang – Kanarakan

Travel further upriver passing the Dayak village of Tangkiling and the first established orang-utan release island of Pulau Kaja, home to around 50 rehabilitated orang-utans. Continue to the village of Kanarakan for a walk through the village with a local host to learn about how this remote community live and work within the jungle and river. This is a great opportunity to interact with the local culture and people and delve deeper into the traditional activities such as drying fish, hulling rice and weaving rattan mats and bags. Following lunch take a canoe ride to nearby lakes to spot more wildlife before returning to the boat moored near the village overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Kanarakan – Tangkiling

Cruise to Pallas Island to watch orang utan in their natural habitat. This island is the release land of the BOS Orang utan Foundation’s Education Centre. Make your way by traditional canoe to the Centre and meet the local specialists who rehabilitate the young orang utan. Transfer by canoe to Tangkiling Hill, part of the Tangkiling Nature Reserve, to see the village ‘patahu’, a spirit house for the ancestral souls of the local people before learning the legends behind the sacred Batu Banama rock. Climb the hill for sunset views over the Rungkan River, Baranahu Hill and Palangkaraya Nyau forests. Return to the boat for dinner and quiet mooring on the river. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Tangkiling – Bukit Rawi

After breakfast, relax on the viewing decks as the boat motors along, winding through the upper reaches of the Kahayan River to Bukit Rawi, arriving mid-afternoon. Disembarking the boat, stroll through this former strategic town of the Dutch East Indies to observe the contrast of longhouses and colonial style buildings. Dinner on board, and later enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment of music and dance. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Palangkaraya – Tambung Manggu Village Eat breakfast overlooking the pristine jungles whilst cruising back to the city of Palangkaraya arriving around lunchtime.

Continue by road to the Dayak Village of Tumbang Manggu. This interesting and scenic drive requires crossing the Katigan and Samba Rivers by barge. The Dayak people are a tradition with a wealth of ecological knowledge passed down through generations. They traditionally live in harmony with the jungle in longhouses or, ‘betang-betang’ which can house up to 100 people located on the banks of a river. Arriving at the village in the early evening, settle in before joining the longhouse family for a dinner of locally sourced ingredients. Learn more about the history of the village and life with stories from the longhouse elder. Spend 2 nights in simple accommodation in a longhouse. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Jungle Trek

Begin the day with a ride in a canoe to join the Dayak people on their land. Take a moderate trek through the Ironwood and rubber plantations before enjoying a picnic lunch in the rainforest. Return to the longhouse village for a rest this afternoon before taking an evening walk to the nearby ‘sandungs’ or bone houses. Uniquely carved and painted, take this opportunity to learn more about the Dayak death rituals. After dinner in the longhouse, enjoy colourful traditional dances and local music performed on wooden drums and plucked string instruments. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Palangkaraya City and Handicraft Tour

Depart by car to the city of Palangkaraya. Upon arrival have lunch at Kampung Lauk before heading off for an afternoon sightseeing tour. Take a stroll along the boardwalk village that lines the river before a visit to the local handicraft markets to learn more about the traditional use of jungle products into woven, painted and carved crafts. Return to the hotel in the afternoon for overnight. (B)

Day 8: Depart Palangkaraya

After breakfast transfer to the airport.

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Kalimantan Orang Utan Explorer 4 days / 3 nights

Offering a taste of nature and adventure, this journey on wild Kalimantan Island is staying at an eco-lodge on the Sekonyer River. Spend four days exploring the rivers and forests in the area by local boat and on foot. See orang-utans in their natural habitat, learn more about conservation efforts on the island and have the chance to spot other wildlife such as proboscis monkeys, crocodiles and birds. Day 1: Pangkalanbun – Tanjung Puting Park

Upon arrival at Pangkalanbun, the entry point to central Kalimantan met and transferred to the Kumai port to board a boat for a 2 hour scenic journey along the Sekonyer River. Arrive at Rimba Lodge, an eco lodge perched on the edge of Tanjung Puting National Park which is only accessible by boat. This area is notable for its ecologically and biologically diverse areas in the world with mangrove swamps, rain forest and dense jungles filled with primates, leopards, lizards and more than 600 bird species. This afternoon embark on a wildlife excursion with a local guide. You may spot wild animals such as crocodiles, orangutans, proboscis monkeys and birds. Spend 3 nights at Rimba Lodge. (D)

Day 2: Pondok Tanggui & Camp Leaky

After breakfast, take a boat ride in a 'klotok' (traditional fishing boat) to Pondok Tanggui, a rehabilitation centre for orangutans. Take a 30-minute walk into the woods to the feeding station to observe feeding time of the orang utans. Return to the boat for a 2-hour cruise up a small side creek to Camp Leaky. Along the way the guide will point out the various animals and birds that live in the jungles around the river. At Camp Leaky, there will be another opportunity to watch for wild and semi-wild orang utans. Camp Leaky is an organization working to reintroduce older orang utans into the rain forest. The area is also full of diverse tropical flora and animals such as gibbons, macaques and birds. Lunch will be served on the boat. Return to the lodge and remainder of the day is at leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Pesalat & Natai Lengkuas

After breakfast depart by 'klotok' boat for Pesalat. Several institutions and associations are working on conservation efforts in Pesalat including a strong focus on reforestation in order to preserve the natural habitat of orang utans. Discover the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and their daily activities with a guide. Continue the cruise upstream to Natai Lengkuas, a swampy area with lush vegetation. The lowland forest around Natai Lengkuas is inhabited by proboscis monkeys, long tail macaque and many species of birds. Take a short, guided walk through the lowlands. At the end of the day, return to the lodge by boat. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Rimba Lodge – Pangkalanbun

After breakfast, return by boat to Pangkalanbun and transfer to the airport .

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Kalimantan Jungle River Cruise

Kalimantan Tribes & Villages

Jungle River Cruise 5 days / 4 nights

6 days / 5 nights

Discover the tribes and villages of Kalimantan whilst cruising onboard a houseboat down the Mahakam River. Day 1: Balikapapan – Mahakam River

Transfer to the Mahakam River in east Kalimantan. Board a wooden house boat and depart for an amazing cruise. The river flows down through a gorge and then out into the Makassar Strait. Overnight in cabins onboard a houseboat with shared facilities. (D)

Day 2: Muara Muntai – Mancong – Tanjung Isay

Visit several traditional villages en-route to Tanjung Isuy. Visit the local market at Muara Muntai. Take a motorized canoe across the Jempang Lake and along the Ohong River to reach Mancong Village. Keep your eyes open for the proboscis monkeys, macaque, monitor lizards and kingfishers that inhabit the shoreline. On arrival at Mancong village, a welcome ceremony performed by the Dayak Banuaq tribe. Return to Tanjung Isuy and overnight in a longhouse. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Tanjung Isuy – Minta Village – Melak

Return to the houseboat and resume the cruise downstream to Melak. Stop at Minta Village to observe the way of life of the Kutai people and the making of brown sugar. Spend 3 nights in cabins onboard a houseboat with shared facilities. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Melak – Eheng – Kersik Luway

Transfer to shore and travel by car through the jungle to Eheng Village, home to the Dayak Tribes. Spend the morning in the village experiencing the culture. Village elders practice traditional medicine and mark their status with intricate body tattoos and heavy ear adornments. Continue through the forest to see mysterious black orchids and huge, iron wood trees. Return to the houseboat for lunch and cruise downstream to Lekak Kidau. (B,L,D)

A unique cruise onboard a traditional river boat along the Rungan River in Kalimantan. Day 1: Palangkaraya – Start Cruise

Transfer to the Rahai’i Pangun river cruise boat in Palangkaraya Harbour. Cruise past the stilted and floating houses of the provincial capital Palangkaraya and journey along the jungle river, passing villages and orang utan islands. Later, take a canoe through the shimmering black water lakes and look for proboscis monkeys and birds before returning for dinner. Spend 4 nights on board the Rahai’I Pangun with shared facilities. (D)

Day 2: Marang – Kanarakan

Cruise up the Rungan River, passing the orangutan release island of Pulau Kaja, to Kanarakan village. Walk through the village with a local host to see how people live and work in these isolated communities. Canoe ride and return to the boat. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Kanarakan – Tangkiling

Cruise down stream, passing the orang utan island and on to Palas Island. Transfer by canoe to Tangkiling Hill to see the village ‘patahu’ at the sacred Batu Banama rock. Climb the hill for a view of the vast, flat flood plains and the sunset. Return to the boat for dinner. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Tangkiling – Bukit Rawi

Relax and enjoy the trip to Bukit Rawi, arriving mid afternoon. Walk through this historic town and learn about the Dayak ancestral bone houses, or Sandungs, and the Tiwah or funeral ceremony. Dinner on board and enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment. (B,D)

Day 5: Palangkaraya – Airport Transfer

Cruise to Palangkaraya. Transfer to the airport, stopping at the handicraft market (if time permits). (B)

Day 5: Lekak Kidau – Tenggarong – Balikpapan

Take a tour of Lekak Kidau village, home to the Dayak Kenyah Tribe whose women are known for their elongated ear lobes and tattoos. Continue down river to Tenggarong, a village home to former Sultan’s palace which is now a museum. The final stretch of the downstream journey travels to Loa Janan. Disembark and proceed by road to Balikpapan, a resource-rich region well known for its timber, mining and petroleum export products. Overnight in Balikpapan. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Balikpapan

Morning at leisure then transfer to the airport.

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Peninsular Malaysia

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Malaysia situated in the heart of South East Asia is a land of contrasts, peoples and cultures, old and new. Kuala Lumpur is a modern cosmopolitan city boasting the world’s tallest twin towers and a mixture of cultures – Malay, Chinese and Indian. Malaysia’s long coastline and many coralfringed islands, give rise to a large number of fabulous beaches. Islands like Langkawi, Penang, Tioman & Pangkor are world-renowned destinations. The charming east coast of the peninsula with its laid back lifestyle, is the country’s cultural heartland. Malacca’s old garrisons, churches and medieval streets offer 300 years of history. For a relaxing break and a cooler climate do not forget the British Hill station areas of the Cameron & Genting Highlands.

West Peninsular Explorer 6 days / 5 nights

Visit one of Malaysia’s untouched national parks, relax at a stunning mountain retreat and spend quality time at a beautiful island resort. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Kuala Lipis

Depart Kuala Lumpur by road to the small town of Kuala Lipis for an adventurous journey to the Kenong Rimba Park with lunch en route. The park’s speciality is jungle trekking and exploring the nature around the caves. Experience the loop trail through the park for an excellent opportunity to experience the jungle close at hand. This jungle is 130 million years and unaffected by the ice age. Undisturbed flora and fauna have been left to evolve into exotic and unique species. The park has a complex network of caves each with its own unique geological formation and fascinating habitats like bats and swiftlets. Transfer back to Kuala Lipis in the late afternoon for overnight accommodation. (L)

Day 2: Kuala Lipis – Cameron Highlands

Depart for Cameron Highlands and take a tour of this most popular mountain resort of Malaysia. Drive through the mountains and through vast scenic tea plantations to the oldest Tea Factory in Malaysia for a guided tour. Try a cup of tea at The Ump Tea Shop near the factory (not included). Stop by the butterfly garden to view the many beautiful species, including the renowned Raja Brooke. Visit the market square to see a wide array of local highland produce. Overnight in Cameron Highlands. (B)

Tea plantation, Cameron Highlands

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Day 3: Cameron Highland – Pangkor Island

From the top of the ruined fort, there is a great view of the famous Strait of Malacca. You may spot the Silver-leaf monkeys roaming around in the area. At dusk, transfer to a local restaurant for a sumptuous dinner. After dinner embark on a boat trip along the Selangor river. Thousands of fireflies present themselves with a dazzling display of lights, flickering in synchrony resembling twinkling Christmas trees in the darkness of the night. Return to the hotel for overnight. (B,L,D)

Proceed to Lumut Jetty and by boat to the island of Pangkor with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts. Spend 2 nights at a Beach Resort. (B)

Day 6: Kuala Selangor – Kuala Lumpur

Depart for Pangkor Island. Enroute visit the Sam Poh Tong cave temple. Stop at the Royal town of Kuala Kangsar to photograph the exterior of Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan. Proceed further to Kuala Sepetang mangrove forest for a walk through natural mangrove forest on a boardwalk. Kuala Sepetang produces the bulk of the nation’s top quality mangrove charcoal. Visit a charcoal kiln.

Day 4: Pangkor Island

In the morning embark on a tour of Pangkor Island. Proceed to the Tiger Rock or in Malay, “Batu Bersurat” literally translated as “the stone of inscriptions”. Visit an Old Dutch fort built in 1670 used for storing tin and later used as a stronghold against local Malays and pirates. Proceed to a Chinese Temple at the foot of Pangkor Hill. There is a miniature Chang Cheng (Great Wall) of China to admire. In one of the villages, visit a Satay Fish Factory where fish and squid are processed into snacks. Afternoon is at leisure. Spend time swimming or relaxing at the beach. (B)

Day 5: Pangkor Island – Lumut – Kuala Selangor

Depart for Lumut by boat then proceed overland to Kuala Selangor. Enroute visit a Malay village and lunch with the locals going about their daily activities. Proceed further to “Kota Melawati” formerly known as “Fort Altingsburg”, constructed by the second Sultan of Selangor to protect the state from intruders.

Depart for Kuala Lumpur. Stop at the Batu Caves. A flight of 272 steps lead up to the sacred Hindu temple cave where the shrine of Hindu deity, Lord Murugah lies. Another cave, called the museum cave, is filled with images of deities and murals depicting scenes from the Hindu scriptures. Proceed to the Royal Selangor Pewter factory for a tour of the Pewter Gallery with its' interactive displays and fascinating exhibits. From the Gallery, continue with the highlight of the tour - ‘School of Hard Knocks’. With just a few simple tools (hammer, wooden mould, scraper), you can personalize a pewter dish with your initials or personal messages to be brought back as souvenirs. An experienced pewter smith will guide you step by step through the simple processes of forming, scraping, polishing and packing. Upon arrival in Kuala Lumpur enjoy a tour of the city including the old Sultan Abdul Samad Building at the Merdeka Square and the National Monument. Explore the beauty and charm of old and new Kuala Lumpur before concluding. (B)

Batu Cave

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Peninsular Malaysia Northern Circle Explorer 7 days / 6 nights

See the highlights of Malaysia. Hill country, beautiful beaches, tropical rainforest, cottage industries, water villages, culture and more.

Sukau Kinabatangan River

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Freedom Drive Tour 10 days / 9 nights

Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands

Depart for Cameron Highlands famed for its tea plantations and cool temperatures. Enroute see basket weaving, a native settlement and Lata Iskandar Waterfall. In the afternoon tour a tea plantation, tea factory and market place. Overnight in the Cameron Highlands.

Day 2: Cameron Highlands – Penang

Depart for Penang, the Pearl of the Orient. Enroute photograph the Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan then walk through a mangrove forest. Cross over to Penang using the fifth longest bridge in the world. Spend 2 nights in Penang. (B)

Day 3: Penang

A city, cultural and heritage tour visiting the third longest reclining Buddha in the world, the Botanical Gardens, the “Temple of 1000 Buddhas” and Fort Cornwallis. Continue to the water village and then Georgetown to enjoy a trishaw ride. Remainder of the day at leisure. In the evening explore the nightlife along Batu Ferringhi. (B)

Day 4: Penang – Kota Bahru

Depart for the northernmost capital town of Kota Bahru. The route taken is the East-West Highway which offers breathtaking views of the tropical rain forest. Stop in Gerik and a photo-stop at Banding Island with a scenic view of the Temenggor Lake. Proceed to the Thai border town of Rantau Panjang. Overnight in Kota Bahru. (B)

Day 5: Kota Bharu – Terengganu

Visit the colourful wet market and traditional cottage industries like silver handicraft and songket weaving. Drive along the coastline to Terengganu for overnight. Rest of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 6: Terengganu – Kuantan

Visit Pualu Duyong, famous for its boatmaking. A must is a stop at the Islamic Civilisation Park. Visit the Grand Crystal Mosque and a brassware making centre. Enroute to Cherating visit the Marang Fishing Village and Turtle Information Centre. Join the local community for afternoon tea. Enjoy a tour of Cherating including coconut plucking, megkuang leaves being weaved into bags and other local handicrafts. Overnight Kuantan. (B)

Day 7: Kuantan – Kuala Lumpur

Travel overland to Kuala Lumpur about 270km. Tour ends on arrival. (B)

This tour gives adventurous travellers the opportunities to explore Malaysia at their own pace and time. Malaysia has some of the best roads in South East Asia. Choose to drive on many of the good highways or turn into coastal roads passing through sleepy towns and local scenery. Proposed 10 Day itinerary for Peninsular Malaysia:

Day 1: Singapore – Malacca (270km)

Start the Freedom Drive journey along the West Coast of Malaysia. There are interesting stops en route to Malacca. In Johor Bahru: Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, Istana Balai Besar, The old Administration Building, the private residence of the Sultan, the Istana Bukit Serene. In Malacca town: Porta de Santiago, The ruin of St. Paul’s Church, The Dutch Stadthuys, The Baba Nyonya Museum.

Day 2: Malacca – Kuala Lumpur (150km)

Travel to Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Drive along the coastal road through numerous kampungs (villages), stop at Cape Richado Lighthouse with its phenomenal view of the Strait of Malacca. The highlights in Kuala Lumpur are: Petronas Twin Towers, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Jamek Mosque, The King’s Palace, National Museum, National Mosque, Old Railway station, Chinatown.

Day 3: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands (220km) Places of interest en-route to the highlands are Lata Iskandar Waterfalls, Orang Asli (aboriginal) village, Bamboo basket weaving near Tapah town, Vegetables farms in the mountains, View of Bharat Tea Plantation.

In Cameron Highlands: Tea Plantation - Boh Tea Estate, Butterfly & Insect farms, Tanah Rata Town with its local restaurants and food stalls or go jungle trekking in the mountain forest.

Day 4: Cameron Highlands – Penang (330km)

On the way to Penang take the North – South Highway via the Royal Town of Kuala Kangsar to Penang. Cross the 13.5km Penang-bridge, the longest in South East Asia to get to the island. Places of interests and stops en route:

Day 5: Penang

In Penang, drive around the island, and explore Georgetown. Place of interest are: Fort Cornwallis, Kuan Yin Temple, Khoo Kongsi Clan-House, Kapitan Kling Mosque, The Temple of A Thousand Buddha’s (Kek Lok Si Temple), Penang Hill and Wat Chaya Mangalaram (The Reclining Buddha).

Day 6: Penang – Kota Bharu (400km) Drive from Penang to Kota Bharu.

Kota Bharu, sights are: The Central Market, Handicraft Village & Craft Museum, Museum Of Royal Traditions and Customs (Istana Jahar). *** Note: There is an option to stop on Banding Island and then drive to Kota Bharu the next day and do the Kota Bharu tour as above.

Day 7: Kota Bharu – Kuala Terengganu (170km)

The scenery on the journey to Kuala Terengganu switches from jungle and forest to the beautiful beaches of the South China Sea. Places of interests are: Kuala Terengganu China Town area, Princess Hill, Waterfront & Maziah Palace, Losong State Museum (the largest museum in South East Asia), Crystal Mosque at Islamic Civilisation Park, Traditional boat builders at Duyung Island and the Brassware factory.

Day 8: Kuala Terengganu – Kuantan (220km)

Continue south towards Kuantan, driving along the Rantau Abang Beach. Bypass numerous fishing villages. Places of interests are: Rantau Abang Turtle Museum, Floating Mosque, Cherating Village & Handicraft Centre, Rice cooked in bamboo (lemang) at stalls along the road in Kijal.

Day 9: Kuantan

Discover Kuantan and its surroundings. Places of interest are: Tasik Chini, the mysterious lake where legend has it that a giant Serpent guards the lake, Panching Caves, Gua Charas (a Buddhist cave temple with a 10m reclining Buddha statue) and Beserah fishing village.

Day 10: Kuantan – Singapore (300km)

Today is the last part of the journey back to Singapore. En-route pass by the Royal Town of Pekan, the fishing town of Mersing and numerous small fishing villages.

Near Ipoh: Sam Poh Tong Temple. In Kuala Kangsar: Ubudiah Mosque, Istana Iskandariah, Istana Kenangan. In or near Taiping: Taiping’s Lake Gardens, Kuala Sepetang’s Mangrove Forest, Charcoal Kiln.

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Malaysia Mini Tours

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Journey to Belum Rainforest 5 days / 4 nights

Belum Rainforest is home to 14 of the worlds most endangered mammals. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Kuala Selangor

Transfer to Kuala Selangor, stopping at Batu Caves. A flight of 272 steps will lead up to the sacred Hindu temple cave where the shrine of Hindu deity, Lord Murugah lies. Another cave, called the Museum Cave, is filled with images of deities and murals depicting scenes from the Hindu scriptures. At Kuala Selangor, visit “Kota Melawati”, a fortress constructed to protect the state from intruders. From the top of the ruined fort, you will have a great view of the famous Strait of Malacca. You may spot the Silver-leaf monkeys roaming around in the area. Proceed to a Malay village for a local lunch in a villager’s house. Embark on a village discovery and witness the villagers going about their daily activities. Dinner at a local restaurant and firefly boat cruise along Selangor River in the evening. Overnight Kuala Selangor. (L,D)

Day 2: Kuala Selangor – Ipoh

Travel to Ipoh, stopping in the town of Telok Intan with its own equivalent to the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. Next stop will be Kinta Kellas Rubber Estate area. Amidst the lush greenery stand the ruins of the uncompleted dream castle of William Kellie Smith, a wealthy Scottish planter during the colonial era. Continue to Sam Poh Tong temple, a picturesque structure nestled within the high limestone caves and cavities. Enjoy seeing impressive works of art, with statues of Buddha in various forms among natural stalactites and rock formations. Visit the ‘Taj Mahal’ of Ipoh, The Railway Station, which combines Moorish architecture with modern embellishments. Overnight in Ipoh. (B)

Day 3: Ipoh – Belum Rainforest Resort

Transfer to Banding Island on Lake Temenggor. In Kuala Kangsar, admire the exterior buildings like Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan which have a very unique and attractive architecture. Stop at a village pottery cottage industry. Proceed to Kuala Sepetang mangrove forest. Drive toward Banding Island through Gerik and en-route visit the Lenggong Valley Museum. Lenggong Valley is the site of the oldest known place of human activity in the Peninsula and is home to legends, skeletons, cave drawings and precious finds such as jewellery, pottery, weapons and stone tools of ancient humans having lived and hunted in this area. Spend 2 nights at the Belum Rainforest Resort. (B)

Day 4: Tour of Belum Valley by Boat & Soft Trek

Take a tour of the Belum Valley, an area bristling with fauna and flora, a rich national heritage. Belum Rainforest is home to 14 of the worlds most endangered mammals, including the Malaysian Tiger, Sumatran Rhinoceros, White-handed gibbon, Asiatic Elephant and Malaysian Tapir. Take a boat tour of the aboriginal villages and have the opportunity to trek in the jungle and hopefully see the ‘Rafflesia’ - the world’s largest flower. Packed lunch will be served. View a scenic waterfall in the oldest tropical rainforest of the world - 130 million years old. Return to the resort. (B,L)

Day 5: Belum Rainforest Resort – Penang

Travel to Penang for a City, Culture and Heritage tour of Georgetown, a UNESCO site. Visit Kek Lok Si Temple, Fort Cornwallis, the water village of the Clan Jetties at Weld Quay and Pitt Street. Visit the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house. Enjoy a trishaw ride, still a popular mode of transport in Georgetown, before tour concludes. (B)

Trishaw ride - Panang - Tourism Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Kuala Lumpur to Singapore

4 days / 3 nights

Travel through one of Malaysia’s most popular tourist destinations, the Cameron Highlands, and spend time on the island of Penang. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands

Travel to Cameron Highland located at 1542 metres above sea level and noted for its tea plantations and cool temperatures. Stop en-route to see the cottage industry of basket weaving followed by Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a native settlement. Tour of Cameron Highlands consists of the tea plantation, tea factory, market place and butterfly farm. Overnight in Cameron Highlands with its' wonderful scenery.

Day 2: Cameron Highlands – Penang

En route to Penang, visit the Sam Poh Tong cave temple. Thereafter stop at the Royal town of Kuala Kangsar to photograph the exterior of Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan. Proceed further to Kuala Sepetang mangrove forest for a walk through natural mangrove forest on a boardwalk. Kuala Sepetang produces the bulk of the nation’s top quality mangrove charcoal. Visit a charcoal kiln. Cross over to Penang, known as the “Pearl of the Orient” via one of the longest bridges in the world. Spend 2 nights in Penang. (B)

Day 3: Georgetown – Penang

Enjoy a City, Culture and Heritage tour of Georgetown, which was declared as a UNESCO site in 2008. Visit the 3rd longest reclining Buddha figure in the world followed by Kek Lok Si Temple, also known as Temple of 1000 Buddhas, the most beautiful and largest Buddhist temple complex in South East Asia. Visit Fort Cornwallis, the landing site of Captain Francis Light in 1786 when he arrived to start the first British colony in Penang. Visit the water village of The Clan Jetties at Weld Quay. Head along Pitt Street, also known as “The Street of Harmony”, with its churches, Chinese temples, mosques and Hindu temples built in harmonious existence for centuries. Visit the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house. Enjoy a breezy trishaw ride. Return to the hotel for remainder of the day at leisure. Opportunity to explore the nightlife along Batu Ferringhi, Penang style! (B)

Day 4: Penang

Transfer to the airport.

2 days / 1 night

This tour is ideal for those who wish to travel overland between the cities of Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. View the countryside and visit the historical city of Malacca enroute. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Malacca

Depart for Malaysia’s most historically interesting city, Malacca. On arrival, visit the historical sites such as Porta de Santiago, Red Square, Dutch Stadthuys, St. Paul’s Church and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. Take a stroll along Jonker Street housing rows of antique shops. Overnight in Malacca. (L)

Day 2: Malacca – Singapore

Depart for Singapore via the North-South Expressway. Tour concludes on arrival in Singapore. (B)

Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok 5 days / 4 nights

Visit the major Asian cities of Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok but see the picturesque countryside scenery on the way. Day 1-3: Kuala Lumpur – Penang

As per Northern Circle Explorer Tour (see page 19). (2B)

Day 4: Penang – Bangkok

Transfer to Butterworth to board the international train to Bangkok in the afternoon. The train journey is not guided. Overnight in a 2nd class sleeping berth. (B)

Day 5: Bangkok

Tour ends upon arrival into Bangkok Railway Station in the morning.

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Malaysia Mini Tours Rainforest Explorer 2 days / 1 night

Explore the culture and ecology of Malaysia's 130 million year old tropical rainforest - the oldest in the world. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Gombak

Travel to the tropical rainforest of Gombak passing through typical villages en-route. Transfer to the Jungle Lodge with basic accommodation and shared facilities. Enjoy a cycling tour to the Aboriginal Museum. Visit a local village for an insight into their lifestyle. Experience fresh water fishing with a traditional fishing rod. In the evening take a guided night walk into the oldest tropical rainforest in the world. (D)

Day 2: Gombak – Kuala Lumpur

In the morning trek through the jungle with a nature guide for a fascinating insight into the majestic rainforest. After lunch transfer to Kuala Lumpur where the tour ends upon arrival. (B,L)

Cameron Highlands Tour 3 days / 2 nights

The scenery surrounding the hill resort of the Cameron Highlands resembles that of an English countryside. This tour offers return travel from Kuala Lumpur and includes a two night stay in the picturesque highlands. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands

Morning departure for the Cameron Highlands, 1542 metres above sea level. On the way, stop at Batu Caves, the sacred temple of the Hindus, basket weaving factory, a native settlement and Lata Iskandar Waterfalls. Overnight Cameron Highlands. (A/Tea)

Day 2: Cameron Highlands

Morning highland tour visiting a tea plantation, tea factory, flower and vegetable farm. After the farm visit the villages of the highlands natives – the Semais. Enjoy a short trek to a small waterfall for lunch. On the way back to the hotel stop at a day produce market. (B,L)

Day 3: Cameron Highlands – Kuala Lumpur or Penang

Depart Cameron Highlands in the morning and then onwards to Kuala Lumpur or Penang where the tour ends on arrival. (B)

Lata Berkoh (National Park) - Pahang

Gourmet Tour of Malaysia

Taman Negara Jungle Safari

3 days / 2 nights

Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Chinatown

Met and transferred to the hotel for 3 nights accommodation. In the evening proceed to Chinatown. Stroll along the stalls and restaurants and enjoy sights and smell of this oriental ambience. (D)

Day 2: Kuala Lumpur – Cooking Lesson (Chinese Cuisine)

Learn the art of Chinese cooking conducted by a renowned chef in Malaysia. Non-alcoholic welcome drinks and souvenir certificate will be given at the end of the class. In the evening visit the Central Market, a popular centre well known for handicraft, antique and art. Continue to Little India, be dazzled by the potpourri of spices used for cooking at the spice shops and shoes and textile shops. (B,D)

Day 3: Depart Kuala Lumpur Transfer to the airport.

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Note: This flexible program allows you to choose one or combine any two or three of the Gourmet destinations such as: Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi. Contact Adventure Destinations for details and suggested itineraries.

7 day/6 night tour also available. Contact us for details.

Taman Negara, Malaysia’s first National Park has virgin rainforest estimated to be 130 million years old. Nature enthusiasts will be enthralled by the profusion of exotic flora and fauna and may be lucky and meet the jungle dwelling Nefrito people who inhabit the area. This safari is best suited to nature lovers and adventure travellers. Accommodation is basic and transportation is by mini bus and motorised canoe. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Taman Negara

Depart for Kuala Tembling Jetty and board a motorised boat for a 3 hour journey into the heart of the Malaysian jungle. Birds, monkeys, monitor lizards or water buffaloes may be seen along the river. Evening jungle walk to view some of nature’s hidden insects and plants amidst the chorus of sounds from the rainforest. Spend 2 nights in air-conditioned chalets.

Day 2. Taman Negara

Today, a jungle walk for panoramic views, a canopy walk, a motorised boat trip for swimming and resting at the river. Stop at the Fish Sanctuary for fish feeding before returning to the resort. (B)

Day 3. Kuala Lumpur

Journey down the river to Kuala Tembling then onto Kuala Lumpur, where the tour will finish. (B)

4 day/3 night tour also available

Canopy Walk (National Park) - Pahang

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Malaysia Stopovers

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Stopover on one of the many idyllic islands on the west or east coast of Peninsular Malaysia or the capital cities of Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Relax on some of the most superb beaches in Asia. Use these stopovers to build your own holiday or to give a taste of Malaysia enroute to another part of the world. Add on extra nights to allow for more time to enjoy the fabulous beach resorts or explore the surrounding areas. A range of other hotels and other destinations are also available such as Cherating, Genting Highlands, Malacca, Redang, Terengganu and Johor Bahru.

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah, is a bustling city with modern infrastructure and many attractions. Places of interest including the State Museum, the Sunday market and the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park just off the coast. Eco experiences such as white water rafting, diving, mountain climbing and river cruising are also on offer. It is a great place to base yourself for trips to Sepilok Orang Utan Centre, Turtle Island, Gomantong Caves, Mt Kinabalu National Park and many more. There are many beach resorts in close proximity offering everything from three to five star accommodation with extensive facilities.

Kuching

Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, is located on the Sarawak River and translates to, ‘Cat City’. Sights include 9 museums, the waterfront, the State Mosque, Tua Pek Kong Temple, Fort Margherita and the Main Bazaar featuring old shiphouses selling local pepper, artefacts, antiques, birds’ nests and exotic forest products. Damai Beach is only 45 minutes from Kuching and offers beaches, resorts and a golf course. The Sarawak Cultural Village is nearby and showcases the diverse lifestyles of the ethnic groups in the state.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu © Lucy Warner

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is a city of contrasts and a melting pot of cultures resulting in an exciting blend of cuisines, customs, languages, architecture and religions. Visit the market, Petaling Street, Chinatown, historic sights, museums, galleries, KL Tower and see the Petronas Twin Towers. Enjoy bargain shopping, beautiful landscaped parks and the friendly people.

Langkawi

Langkawi comprises a group of 99 tropical islands lying off the northwestern coast of Peninsula Malaysia. Fine beaches, clear emerald waters, enchanting marine life, geological history dating back 500 million years, rainforests, unique attractions, good shopping and open-air eateries make Langkawi perfect for doing everything or nothing at all.

Malacca

Malacca is the historical state of Malaysia, rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures. It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system. Today, you can still see the imprints of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces left behind in forts, museums, churches and towers. Visit Malacca for a cultural experience.

Pangkor

With its charming mix of fishing settlements, fine beaches and resorts, Pangkor is a fascinating and convenient holiday destination. Pangkor’s two popular beach areas of Pasir Bogak and Teluk Nipah offer sun and sea enthusiasts activities like scuba-diving, snorkelling, wind-surfing and fishing. While Pasir Bogak is quite developed, Teluk Nipah still retains its kampung or village atmosphere. Teluk Ketapang or Turtle Bay still receives turtles on their egg-laying pilgrimages. Some of the resorts on the island also have excellent golf courses on their property.

Penang

Penang Island’s alluring beaches and old-world charm have made it a popular tourist destination. Dine at the multitude of open-air stalls along Gurney Drive, bargain at the open air bazaar for curios and souvenirs, soak up the sun, unwind on the beach, visit temples and historic sites. Penang is hard to beat.

Sample itinerary

Day 1: Airport – Hotel

Arrival transfer from airport to hotel for 2 night stay.

Day 2: Day Tour Day 3: Hotel – Airport

Departure transfer from hotel to airport.

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Affordable Hotels Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu HHHHH Sutera Harbour Resort comprises of two 5-star hotels (The Pacific Sutera and the Magellan Sutera), a 27hole Graham Marsh designed golf course, a 104-berth marina and an exclusive golf and country club with extensive recreational facilities, the resort enjoys the panoramic backdrop of the South China Sea and the tropical islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. There are 956 immaculately furnished and contemporary designed guest suites. Hotel guests have access to resort facilities including landscaped swimming pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, fitness centres, luxury spas, watersport facilities & Kids Club.

Golden Sands Resort, Penang HHHHH The Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La is a tropical paradise for vacationers and families located on Penang’s popular Batu Feringgi beach. Guests can also easily access George Town which is a UNESCO world heritage site. As Penang’s top family deluxe resort, guests will enjoy a range of recreational facilities that include a water sports centre, three tennis courts, a Par 3 Executive Golf Course, two swimming pools and Adventure Zone, a Family Entertainment Centre. Other resort facilities include innovative restaurants and bars, a Cool Lounge and a transit lounge for early check-in and late check-out.

Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu HHHHH Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort is situated amid the lush tropical vegetation and crystal clear seas of Pantai Dalit, the resort is 40 minutes from Kota Kinabalu Airport and 35 minutes from the city’s shopping and commercial district. The resort is home to an ecofriendly championship golf course and the magnificent Spa at Dalit Bay. Unique to the Rasa Ria resort is the Orangutan Education Centre where you’ll meet Sabah’s icon and even the kids have their own fun club.

Berjaya Langkawi Resort, Langkawi HHHH This spectacular resort is nestled within Burau Bay to the north, just 15-minute’s from the airport. Traditional chalets and suites inspired by Malaysian culture sprawl over 70 acres of landscaped land, with the backdrop of a 5-million year old rainforest and a beach in the front. 370 rooms and suites are elegantly-designed and furnished with modern amenities and facilities. Enjoy local and international cuisine in the many cafes and restaurants. The resort also provides exciting indoor and outdoor activities as well as water sports. Another big attraction is the open-air tropical spa.

Chalets, Selingan Turtle Island Selingan Island is a safe haven for the endangered Green Turtles and Hawksbill Turtles. For those wishing to catch a rare glimpse of these turtles laying eggs, an overnight stay on Selingan Island is recommended. Accommodation is run by the government and is in basic chalets with shared facilities including hot showers, twin beds and air conditioning.

Park Royal, Kuala Lumpur HHHHH Located in the bustling Golden Triangle, Park Royal is right at the doorstep of shopping, dining and entertainment options. It is close to the Bukit Bintang monorail, offering convenient access to explore the rest of the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur.

National Park HQ, Mulu National Park HHH The accommodation within the Mulu World Heritage Area is located at the Park Headquarters and is nestled along the edge of the rainforest near the Melinau River. The 2 room categories, the Garden Bungalows and the Longhouse, are both air conditioned with private bathrooms and offer a combination of double and single beds. The Garden Bungalows are scattered amongst a rainforest garden with private patios to enjoy the outdoors.

Brunei Hotel, Bandar Seri Begawan HHH½ This boutique hotel is conveniently located at the heart of downtown Bandar Seri Begawan. Business or pleasure, the Brunei Hotel will accommodate your needs. All 65 rooms are decorated elegantly with a touch of modern contemporary architecture for the highest level of comfort. Indulge in Choices Café with a choice ranging from Western and Asian cuisine.

Pullman Hotel, Kuching HHHH Located in the heart of Kuching on top of the hill at Jalan Mathies, Pullman Kuching offers astonishing panoramic view of the city and the Sarawak River. The hotel is adjacent to a two storey city life-style shopping centre “Hills Shopping Mall” and within walking distance to commercial centre and city attractions.

The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Bandar Seri Begawan HHHHH Featuring an 18-hole golf course, The Empire Hotel offers relaxing stays in Brunei’s only beach retreat. Overlooking scenic landscapes, it has 7 dining options, a shopping arcade and lagoon pools. Located beside the world’s oldest rainforests in Borneo and only 15-minutes from Brunei Airport. Airport transfers and free parking available. Boasting ocean or garden views from private balconies, spacious rooms come with cable TV, a marble bathroom, a safe and fridge. Facilities include private cinema, gym, tennis courts, sauna and water sports facilities.

Spacious rooms with full private ensuite facilities. All rooms are air conditioned with satellite/cable LCD TV. Choose from 5 restaurants/bars offering you a choice of meeting and eating venues. The hotel also has a fully equipped fitness centre, swimming pool with sundeck and children's playground.

The 426 stylish rooms and suites offer panoramic views of the spectacular cityscape, including the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. All rooms have complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access, 32” LCD television with local and cable channels, fullystocked minibar, coffee and tea making facilities and daily newspaper.

All rooms come equipped with complimentary internet access, IDD Telephone, LCD TV with cable channels, DVD player, coffee and tea facilities, complimentary mini bar and more.

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Price Insert Validity: 01 April 2013 – 31 March 2014 page 4

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $2,660* Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Economy flights Kota Kinabalu / Sandakan / Kota Kinabalu / Mulu / Kuching and airport taxes (current at time of print), transfers, tours, accommodation, meals as per itinerary, meals specified. Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes are approx. $100 per person. Single prices on application. Deposit required prior to commencement of booking due to National Park and Selingan Islalnd pre-payment requirements. Options: Optional Mt.Kinabalu Climb day 3 & 4 is an additional $100 per person twin share. The Mt. Kinabalu Climb is strenuous and requires passengers to be quite fit. Contact us for optional activities in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

Wild Borneo 12 days / 11 nights page 5

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $3,839* Departs: Kuching daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Economy flight Kuching / Kota Kinabalu / Sandakan / Kota Kinabalu / Jakarta / Palangkaraya and airport taxes (current at time of print), transfers, tours, accommodation and meals as specified. Note: Kalimantan River Cruise departure dates; 02, 16 Jul; 20 Aug; 03, 17 Sep; 01, 15 Oct; 05, 19 Nov; 03, 17 Dec 2013.

Surprising Sabah 10 days / 9 nights page 6

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $2,140* Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Economy flights Kota Kinabalu / Sandakan / Kota Kinabalu and airport taxes (current at time of print), transfers, tours, accommodation, meals as per itinerary, meals specified. Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes are approx. $80 per person. Single prices on application. Deposit required prior to commencment of booking due to National Park and Selingan Islalnd prepayment requirements. Options: Optional Mt.Kinabalu Climb day 7 & 8 is an additional $100 per person twin share. The Mt. Kinabalu Climb is strenuous and requires passengers to be quite fit. Contact us for optional activities in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

Kapalai, Sipadan 4 days / 3 nights

Sabah & Sarawak 8 days / 7 nights

Mystical Borneo 13 days / 12 nights

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Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,089* Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers ) Includes: Economy flights Kota Kinabalu / Sandakan / Kota Kinabalu / Kuching and airport taxes (current at time of print), transfers, tours, accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary. Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes are approx. $80 per person. Single Prices on application.

Diving Lankayan 4 days / 3 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr - 31 Mar 14 Diver $1,169 $585 Non diver $940 $470 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation, food and beverage, (excludes alcoholic and carbonated drinks) boat dives, unlimited shore dives, tanks, weights and belts (for dive package only). Note: Extension nights are available on request at a surcharge. Contact us for details. Diver requires a diving license (PADI Open Water or NAUI Scuba Diver Certificate).

Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Diver $1,210 $605 Non diver $965 $485 Departs: Tawau daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation, food and beverage, (excludes alcoholic and carbonated drinks) boat dives, unlimited shore dives, tanks, weights and belts (for dive package only). Note: Extension nights are available on request at a surcharge, contact us for details. Diver requires a diving license (PADI Open Water or NAUI Scuba Diver Certificate). Jetty fee at Semporna (Kapalai Visit) MYR10 per person applies. This needs to be collected direct from the clients upon check out of Kapalai Resort.

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa 4 days / 3 nights page 8

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $150 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transfers, entrance fees, lunch, 2 boat dives, dive master, tank, weight and belt. Note: Diver requires a diving license (PADI Open Water or NAUI Scuba Diver Certificate).

01 Apr - 30 Jun 13; 08 Feb - 31 Mar 14 $729 01 - 31 Jul 13; 01 Sep - 30 Nov 13; 11 - 30 Jan 14 $799 01 - 31 Aug 13; 01 - 19 Dec 13 $865 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, Superior Villa accommodation with breakfast daily. Note: Contact us for cost for solo traveller and Gayana Eco Resort. High season and compulsory holiday surcharge applies, contact us for details. First Child 01 - 12 years stay free when sharing with adults (no extra bed, 1 child maximum), breakfast included. Children’s menu available. Children below the age of 5 dine for free. Complimentary baby cot provided upon request - subject to availability.

Mabul, Sipadan 4 days / 3 nights

Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs 2 days / 1 night

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park page 7

Price per person

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Diver $895 $450 Non diver $660 $330 Departs: Tawau daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation, food and beverage, (excludes alcoholic and carbonated drinks) boat dives, unlimited shore dives, tanks, weights and belts (for dive package only). Note: Extension nights are available on request at a surcharge, contact us for details. Diver requires a diving license (PADI Open Water or NAUI Scuba Diver Certificate). Upgrade to Water Bungalow available, contact us for details.

Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $365 $135 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: 1 night basic lodge with ensuite, local English speaking guide, meals, touring and transfers as specified. Note: Clients are recommended to have a pre and post night accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. There is NO flying out on the same day clients depart Kinabalu National Park as it all depends on client’s fitness level, trekking pace, weather conditions & traffic flow from Kinabalu National Park to Kota Kinabalu. High season surcharge applies at Hill Lodge from 13 Jul - 24 Aug 13; 21 Dec 13 - 11 Jan 14 & 8 - 13 Feb 14 at a cost of $35 per person.

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Borneo Homestay Experience 3 days / 2 nights page 8

Price per person

Rafting Tours page 9

Price per person Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $245 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Transfers, homestay programs, accommodation and meals as specified.

Kota Kinabalu Day Tours page 8

Price per person

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Kota Kinabalu Highlights 3 hours Night Market 2½ hours Kinabalu Park Botanique Full Day Borneo Culinary Half Day North Borneo Railway Wed & Sat Only Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers)

Twin

$40 $50 $90 $95 $125

Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

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Turtles & Orang Utans 2 days / 1 night Price per person

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Turtles, Orang Utans & Wildlife Safari 4 days / 3 nights page 9

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,030 $230 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and Local English speaking guide. Note: Deposit required prior to commencement of booking due to Selingan Island pre-payment requirements. High season surcharge applies for July - August at Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Contact us for details.

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Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $75 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, entrance fee, lunch and local English speaking guide.

River & Rainforest 5 days / 4 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,880 $270 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: High season surcharge applies at Borneo Rainforest Lodge and Sukau Rainforest Lodge, contact us for details.

Wildlife Experience 5 days / 4 nights

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $430 $65 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation (basic chalet with private bathroom facilities) and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: Deposit required prior to commencement of booking due to Selingan Island pre-payment requirements.

Price per person

Orang Utan Encounter

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $660 $165 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: High season surcharge applies at Sukau Rainforest Lodge for July - August. Contact us for details. Transfer from Sandakan to Sukau is by boat.

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Kiulu River Rafting Half Day $75 Padas Whitewater Spectacular Full Day $105 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Life jackets and helmets, transfers and lunch. Excludes: Items not mentioned. Note: Rafters must be physically fit and able to swim. Children must be at 6yrs old. All participants are required to sign a liability release form and certificate is issued at end of tour.

Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,530 $505 Departs: Sandakan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: High season surcharge applies at Sukau Rainforest Lodge for July - August, contact us for details.

Borneo Rainforest Explorer - Danum Valley 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

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Mountain Torq 4 days / 3 nights

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Standard Chalet $1,360* $110 Deluxe Chalet $1,490* $110 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Economy flight Kota Kinabalu / Lahad Datu and airport taxes (current at time of print), tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes approx. $40 per person. High season surcharge applies for 15 Jul - 15 Oct 2013 and Mar 2014. Contact us for details.

Price per person

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Twin

Single

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,405 $1,645 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Activities indicated in itinerary, 3 nights pendant hut, meals as stated, Via Ferrata and rappelling or sports climbing activities indicated in itinerary, activity equipment rental, via Ferrata certificate for successful climbers only, round trip transport between KK and park HQ. All Sabah Parks Tariffs, permits, transport and Mt guide services. Note: 3 days / 2 nights and 2 days / 1 night via Ferrata option available, contact us for details.

Mount Kinabalu Scenic Trek 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $695 $105 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals specified, permit fee, insurance, entrance fee, certificate, mountain guide fee and local English speaking guide. Note: Climb is strenuous, clients would need to be fit. Deposit required prior to commencement of booking due to National Park pre-payment requirements. Porter for mountain trekking available on request at a surcharge. High season surcharge applies of $35 per person at Park HQ & Masilau 15 Jul - 20 Aug 13; 27 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 14; 08 - 13 Feb 14. Contact us for details.

Maliau Basin Trek 6 days / 5 nights page 11

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $2,340 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. of 2 passengers) (maximum group size 8 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation (basic satellite camp- dormitory bunk beds), meals, porter(s), conservation fee and local English speaking guide. Note: Physical fitness is essential (The toughest trek in Borneo). High season surcharge applies of $35 per person at Park HQ & Masilau 15 Jul - 20 Aug 13; 27 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 14; 08 - 13 Feb 14. Sleeping bag required.

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Crocker Range Jungle Trek 4 days / 3 nights page 11

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $845 Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, accommodation (basic accommodation at villagers house (like homestay), meals, conservation fee and local English speaking guide. Note: 3 days / 2 nights Crocker Range Jungle Trek can be arranged on request. Please contact us for details. High-level physical fitness is essential due to the geographical condition of the trail and terrain. Due to the Crocker Range vast area and complex geographical terrain there is no guarantee of spotting wildlife. Temperature at night could go down to 13°C. You are recommended to bring your own sleeping bag, Therma-Rest or sleeping mat. However, mosquito net will be provided. Porters will be available to carry part of your belongings with your backpack or knapsack. All trekkers are required to fill in a confidential Medical Information Form and Indemnity Form which will be provided during pre-briefing session prior to commencement of tour. Best luggage size to pack for this tour is any size, depending on client’s capabilities and as long as they can carry on with them during the trekking.

Iban Longhouse 2 days / 1 night page 12

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $365 Departs: Kuching daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours, transfers, accommodation and meals as specified. Note: Clients are recommended to have pre and post night accommodation in Kuching. Please contact us for details.

Batang Ai Luxury Safari 3 days / 2 nights page 12

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $705 Departs: Kuching daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Tours, transfers, accommodation and meals as specified. Note: Clients are recommended to have pre and post night accommodation in Kuching area. High season surcharge applies at Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort from July - August 2013. Please contact us for details.

Mulu Caves Safari 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

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Sarawak Rafting Escapade 4 days / 3 nights

Headhunters Trail 5 days / 4 nights

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 Mulu National Park $630* $150 Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa $660* $180 Departs: Mulu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Economy flights Miri / Mulu / Miri and airport taxes (current at time of print), tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes approx. $40 per person.

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,539* $75 Departs: Miri daily (min. 2 passengers) (max. 15 passengers) Includes: Economy flights Miri / Mulu & Limbang / Miri and airport taxes (current at time of print), tours, transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, entrance fees and local English speaking guide. Note: Climb is strenuous, clients would need to be fit. This tour can be conducted in reverse, starting from Limbang and ends in Mulu. Clients are best to have a pre night accommodation in Mulu National Park. Contact us for details.

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15 Mar - 15 Oct 13 $710 $270 Departs: Kuching daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Local English speaking guide, tours and transfers as stated in the itinerary, meals as stated in the itinerary, 1 night accommodation Pullman Hotel (Superior), 3 nights accommodation Permai rainforest Resort (Treehouse), entrance fees. Note: High season surcharge applies at Pullman Hotel and Permai Rainforest Resort, contact us for details.

Borneo Highlands Getaway 2 days / 1 night Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr - 31 Oct 13 $420 $70 Departs: Kuching daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours, transfers, local English speaking guide, meals as per itinerary, 1 night accommodation Borneo Highlands Resort (Birdie Room), entrance fees. Note: Clients are recommended to have pre and post night accommodation in Kuching. High season surcharge applies from 01 Jul - 01 Sep 13, contact us for details.

Kuching Day Tours page 13

Price per person

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 Kuching City Tour 3 hours $25 Sarawak Cultural Village 4 hours $40 Semonggok Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre 3 hours $30 Bako National Park Full Day $90 Kuching Cycle Tour 3 hours $50 Departs: Kuching daily (min. of 2 passengers) Note: Sarawak Cultural Village is closed 28 - 30 Jun 13. Kuching Cycle Tour, clients are required to organise their own travel insurance coverage.

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $910 Departs: Kuching daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: 1 night longhouse; 1 night traditional beds unrolled on longhouse floor, 1 night camping in makeshift shelters, meals, touring, local English speaking guide and transfers as specified. Note: All shared facilities. This tour is strenuous and required passengers to be quite fit.

Sarawak Jungle Escapade 4 days / 3 nights page 14

Price per person

Wildlife & Culture of Sarawak 5 days / 4 nights Price per person

Price per person

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $910 Departs: Kuching daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: 1 night longhouse; 2 nights camping in makeshift shelters, meals, touring, local English speaking guide and transfers as specified. Note: All shared facilities. This tour is strenuous and required passengers to be quite fit.

Ulu Lemanak Trekking Tour 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $390 $250 Departs: Kuching daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation (basic) in longhouse, transfers, tours, local English speaking guide and meals as indicated. Note: Accommodation - in guest house with basic amenities (no air conditioning and no private room for individuals) as the accommodation is built by the longhouse people to help supplement their income for their livelihood and children’s education.

Explore Brunei 4 days / 3 nights page 15

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $550 Departs: Bandar Seri Begawan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: 3 nights accommodation, transfers, local English speaking guide, boat fee and entrance fee, tours and meals as mentioned in itinerary. Note: Adventure tour and highly not recommended to those with walking disabilities, child under 7 years old and pregnant women.

Discover Ulu Ulu 7 days / 6 nights page 15

Price per person

Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $899 Departs: Bandar Seri Begawan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: 4 nights hotel accommodation and 2 nights accommodation in Ulu Ulu Resort, transfers, local English speaking guide, boat fee and entrance fee, tours and meals as mentioned in itinerary. Note: Adventure tour and highly not recommended to those with walking disabilities, child under 7 years old and pregnant women.

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Brunei Day Tours page 15

Price per person

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14

Twin

Brunei City & Water Village Tour Full Day $760* Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tour, transfer, lunch and return airfare from Kota Kinabalu / Bandar Seri Begawan / Kota Kinabalu, taxes (current at time of print) Note: *Pre-payable airport taxes are approx. $75 per person. Single prices on application.

$99 Brunei by Night Half Day Departs: Bandar Seri Begawan daily (min. 2 passengers) Proboscis Monkey Tour 2 hours $89 Departs: Bandar Seri Begawan daily (min. 2 passengers)

Kalimantan South Island Explorer 4 days / 3 nights

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Single

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $715 $1,360 Departs: Banjarmasin daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation, meals mentioned in the itinerary, local English speaking guide, tours and transfers by private air conditioned vehicles as indicated in itinerary.

Orang Utan & Jungle Cruise 8 days / 7 nights page 16

Price per person

Orang Utan Explorer 4 days / 3 nights Price per person

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Price per person

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $1,155 $1,795 Departs: Pangkalanbun daily (min. of 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation with daily breakfast, meals as mentioned in itinerary, tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles, local English speaking guide, all entrance fees as indicated.

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $1,760 Departs: Palangkaraya every Tuesdays (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers as indicated in the itinerary, cabin accommodation, local English speaking guide, meals and drinks (excludes alcoholic drinks) during the cruise, service tax. Note: Cruise departure schedule; 02 & 16 Jul; 20 Aug; 03 & 17 Sep; 01 & 15 Oct; 05 & 19 Nov; 03 & 17 Dec 2013.

West Peninsular Explorer 6 days / 5 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,410 $299 Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, local English speaking guide, accommodation and meals as indicated in itinerary. Note: Tour ends at city hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Peak season surcharge applies 14 Dec 13 - 04 Jan 14 at $70 per person and compulsory Xmas Eve and New Years Eve Dinner surcharge applies, contact us for details. During the Muslim Festival of Hari Raya Aidul Fitri & Hari Raya Aidul Adha together with Chinese New Year, some places of interest are closed off a period of 2 days each in a year (Festive dates are subject to change).

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $1,655 Departs: Palangkaraya every Tuesdays (min. 2 passengers) Includes: River Boat Cabin accommodation in half twin/double room, meals mentioned in the itinerary, drinks and meals on boat (non alcoholic), tours and transfers by private air/conditioned vehicles, local English speaking guide, all entrance fees and tours as indicated in itinerary. Note: Cruise departure schedule; 03 & 16 Jul; 20 Aug; 03 & 17 Sep; 01 & 15 Oct; 05 & 19 Nov; 03 & 17 Dec 2013.

Freedom Drive Tour 10 days / 9 nights

Jungle River Cruise 5 days / 4 nights

Northern Circle Explorer 7 days / 6 nights Price per person

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Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $960 $390 Departs: Kuala Lumpur every Saturdays (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transport throughout, breakfast daily (except day 1), local English speaking guide, accommodation indicated in the itinerary. Note: Private tour on request and peak season surcharge applies 14 Dec 13 - 05 Jan 14. Please contact us for details.

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Price per person

Journey to Belum Rainforest 5 days / 4 nights Price per person

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Kuala Lumpur to Penang 4 days / 3 nights Price per person

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $490 $200 Departs: Kuala Lumpur every Saturday (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Tours and transfers, breakfast daily, local English speaking guide, accommodation (Cameron Highlands - Strawberry Park, Penang - Bayview Beach Resort. (Hotels are subject to change). Note: Peak season surcharge applies 14 Dec 13 - 05 Jan 14 and compulsory Christmas Eve and New Years Eve dinner, contact us for details.

Twin

01 Jan - 31 Dec 13 $1,685 Departs: Balikpapan daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation with breakfast daily, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, tours and transfers by private vehicles, local English speaking guide, all entrance fees and tours as indicated in itinerary.

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,180 $250 Departs: Kuala Lumpur every Monday, Thursday & Saturday (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation and meals, tours and transfers with local English speaking guide, entrance fees and boat transfers as stated in the itinerary. Note: Peak season surcharge applies 15 Jul - 15 Aug 13 and 24 Dec 13 - 01 Jan 14, contact us for details.

Kalimantan Tribes & Villages 6 days / 5 nights Price per person

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $1,015 Departs: Kuala Lumpur or Singapore daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation, daily breakfast in the hotel and car hire. All cars are equipped with air-conditioned and you will receive a road map of Malaysia. One way drop off fee between cities within the Car Rental Company locations for a minimum rental period of 04 days during office hours 0800hrs-1700hrs, general insurance coverage of third party property damage, 6% Government Tax (GST), Unlimited coverage for third party bodily injuries and passenger liability protection, maintenance, unlimited kilometres, collision damage waiver (CDW)/Liability Reduction Option (LRO). The renter is responsible for all damages caused to the vehicle, including theft regardless of fault. Note: Child policy: Maximum is 2 adults and 1 child per room. Vehicles are suitable to maximum 4 adults comfortably with 2 medium size luggage. Peak season surcharge applies 15 Jul - 21 Aug 13; 30 Aug - 01 Sep; 15 & 16 Sep; 14 & 16 Oct; 01 - 05 Nov; 01 Dec 13 - 02 Jan 14 & 08-11 Feb 14 per person, contact us for details.

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $410 $70 Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Private transfers, accommodation, local English speaking guide, breakfast daily and tour as specified. Note: Peak season surcharge applies 15 - 31 Dec 13 & 29 Jan - 05 Feb 14, contact us for details. Tour also operates in reverse direction on a private basis. For guests who are going to Singapore, need to change vehicle at the Immigration between Johor Bahru to Singapore.

Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok 5 days / 4 nights Price per person

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Twin

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $420 Departs: Kuala Lumpur every Monday & Wednesday (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transport throughout, meals as specified, local English speaking guide and accommodation. Note: Accommodation at the Jungle Lodge is bunk bed dormitory style with shared facilities.

Cameron Highlands Tour 3 days / 2 nights

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $685 $150 Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transport throughout, breakfast daily, local English speaking guide, accommodation. Note: This flexible program allows you to choose one, combine any two or three of gourmet destinations, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi. Peak season surcharge applies, contact us for details.

Taman Negara Jungle Safari 3 days / 2 nights page 21

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01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $580 $190 Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers Includes: Transfers and tours, breakfast daily, local English speaking guide and accommodation. Note: 4 days / 3 nights tour also available and supplement applies for drop off and pick up in Kuantan, contact us for details. Peak season surcharge of $20 per person applies 01 Jul - 15 Sep 13 and compulsory dinner for Christmas Eve and New Years Eve of $70 per person applies.

Twin Sgl Supp

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $430 $120 Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transfer and tour as specified, breakfast daily, local English speaking guide and accommodation (Strawberry Park - Studio Room). Note: Drop off Kuala Lumpur. Supplement of $65 per person/per way applies for drop off and pick up in Penang. Peak season surcharge 17 Dec 13 - 01 Jan 14 and compulsory dinner on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve applies, contact us for details.

Hotel Shangri La HHH½ 01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14

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$410

Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort HHHHH 01 Apr - 30 Jun 13; 01 Sep - 30 Dec 13; 05 - 27 Jan 14; 04 Feb - 31 Mar 14

$380

01 Jul - 31 Aug 13; 31 Dec 13 - 04 Jan 14; 28 Jan - 03 Feb 14

$465

Departs: Kota Kinabalu daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation with breakfast, seat in coach arrival and departure transfers, seat in coach city tour of Kota Kinabalu with local English speaking guide. Note: Transfers and touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a private basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Tanjung Seaview Room at Shangri - La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa Upgrade to Deluxe Seaview Room at Shangri - La’s Rasa Ria Resort Contact us for costs

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Riverside Majestic Hotel HHH 01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14

$160

Pullman Hotels & Resorts HHHH 01 Apr - 27 Jun 13; 01 Jul 13 - 31 Mar 14 28 - 30 Jun 13

$199 $245

Damai Beach Resort HHHH 01 Apr - 27 Jun 13; 02 Jul 13 - 29 Jan 14; 03 Feb - 31 Mar 14 20 - 31 Dec 2013

$180 $210

Departs: Kuching daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation with breakfast, Seat in Coach arrival and departure transfers, seat in coach city tour of Kuching. Notes: Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Damai Beach Resort not available; 28 Jun - 01 Jul 13; 30 Jan - 02 Feb 2014 Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a private basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Deluxe Room at Pullman Hotels & Resorts and Riverside Majestic Hotel

Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa HHHHH 01 Apr - 30 Jun 13; 01 Sep - 30 Dec 13; 05 - 27 Jan 14; 04 Feb - 31 Mar 14 $330 01 Jul - 31 Aug 13; 31 Dec 13 - 04 Jan 14; 28 Jan - 03 Feb 14

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Upgrade to Chalet Room and Seaview Deluxe Room at Damai Beach Resort

Malaysia Stopovers - Kota Kinabalu 3 days / 2 nights Price per person

Price per person

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Rainforest Explorer 2 days / 1 night

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Price per person

01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 $590 $200 Departs: Kuala Lumpur every Saturdays (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Transport throughout, breakfast daily, local English speaking guide, accommodation. Note: Peak season surcharge applies 14 Dec 13 - 05 Jan 14 and compulsory dinner on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve applies, contact us for details. Transfer to airport on last day is with an English speaking guide and the train journey from Butterworth to Bangkok is without a guide on board.

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Malaysia Stopovers - Kuching 3 days / 2 nights

Gourmet Tour of Malaysia 3 days / 2 nights

Kuala Lumpur to Singapore 2 days / 1 night

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Price per person

Twin

$250

Berjaya Time Square HHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 14 Dec 13; 04 Jan - 31 Mar 14

15 Dec 13 - 03 Jan 14 $280 Novotel KL City Centre HHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13 $230 01 Nov - 24 Dec 13; 26 - 30 Dec 13; 02 Jan - 31 Mar 14 $235 24- 25 Dec 13; 31 Dec 13 - 01 Jan 2014 $310 Grand Millenium Kuala Lumpur HHHHH 08 Jul - 07 Aug 13 01 Jun - 07 Jul; 01-31 Oct 13; 01-21 Dec 13;

$290

$330 $305 08 - 31 Aug 13; 22 Dec 13 - 02 Jan 14 $350 01-31 Mar 14

01- 30 Sep 13; 01-30 Nov 13; 03 Jan - 28 Feb 14

Departs: Kuala Lumpur daily (min. 2 passengers) Includes: Accommodation with breakfast, seat in coach arrival and departure transfers, seat in coach Kuala Lumpur City Tour. Note: Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a private basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Superior Suite at Berjaya Times Square. Upgrade to Executive Room at Novotel KL City Centre Contact us for costs

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Malaysia Stopovers - Langkawi 3 days / 2 nights

Malaysia Stopovers - Malacca 3 days / 2 nights

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Price per person

Berjaya Langkawi Resort HHHH 01 Apr - 30 Jun 13; 01 Sep - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 19 Dec 13; 20 Jan - 31 Mar 14

Twin

01 Jul - 31 Aug 13

20 Dec 13 - 19 Jan 14

$240 $270 $350

Compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Bonus Night Offer: 01 - 30 Jun 13 & 01 Sep - 31 Oct 13 Stay 6 Pay 5; Stay 7 Pay 6; Stay 8 Pay 7; Stay 9 Pay 8; Stay 10 Pay 8; Stay 11 Pay 9; Stay 12 Pay 10; Stay 13 Pay 11; Stay 14 Pay 12 Applicable to all room categories.

**Free night is inclusive of breakfast. 15% Discount on total Food Bill. This offer is non-refundable and not include day bed or extra bed. Not combinable with any other offer (Except Honeymoon offer) Contact us for costs

The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa HHHH 01 Sep - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 19 Dec 13 01 Jun - 31 Aug 13; 11 Jan - 31 Mar 14 20 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 14

$240 $305 $370

Compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Bonus Night Offer: 01 Sep - 20 Dec 2013 Stay 5 Pay 4; Stay 7 Pay 5; Stay 10 Pay 7; Stay 12 Pay 8 Breakfast on free nights are chargeable for 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13 & 01 Nov - 31 Mar 14, price on application. Bonus Stay Offer is not combinable with any other offer.

Malaysia Stopovers - Penang 3 days / 2 nights

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Price per person

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Bayview Hotel HHHH $435 23 Jun - 31 Mar 14 Surcharge of $45 per person applies for peak season periods. Please contact us for dates. Compulsory Christmas Eve, Christmas day & New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Equatorial Hotel HHHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 14 Dec 13; 01 - 28 Jan 14; 06 Feb - 31 Mar 14

15 - 31 Dec 13

28 Jan - 05 Feb 14

$480 $520 $555

Holiday Inn Melaka HHHHH 01 Jul 13 - 31 Mar 14 $510 Surcharge of $45 per person applies to shoulder periods and $90 per person applies for peak season periods. Please contact us for dates. Includes: Accommodation including breakfast, private arrival and departure transfers from Kuala Lumpur hotel to Malacca hotel. Note: Historical Malacca day tour includes lunch. Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Bayview Hotel not available; 08 - 09 Aug 13; 13 - 14 Sep 13; 31 Jan - 01 Feb 14. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a private basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Premier Room at Equatorial Hotel

$750 $905 $1,370

Compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Bonus Night Offer: Valid all year round except 20 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 2014 Deluxe, Premium and Superior Villa Rooms only Stay 4 Pay 3; Stay 7 Pay 5; Stay 10 Pay 7 Combinable with other offers except Family Offer. Free nights inclusive of breakfast. Contact us for costs

Includes: Accommodation including breakfast, seat in coach arrival and departure transfers, seat in coach round island tour of Langkwai. Note: Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Round Island Tour excludes all entrance fees. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a private basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Seaview Chalet & Rainforest Studio at Berjaya Langkawi Resort. Upgrade to Garden Villa at Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa. Upgrade to Premium Room and Superior Villa at The Datai Contact us for costs

24 Dec 13 - 03 Jan 14*

$275 $635

Bonus Night Offer: 01 Apr - 23 Dec 13 & 01 Feb 14 - 31 Mar 14 Superior Hillview, Superior Hillview Combo, Deluxe Seafacing, Deluxe Seafacing Combo, Executive Seaview & Executive Seaview Combo Stay 5 Pay 4; Stay 7 Pay 5; Stay 10 Pay 7 Bonus free night is inclusive of breakfasts for 2 adults and 2 children below 12 yrs. Bonus free nights are accumulative up to maximum 20 nights. Combinable with Honeymoon Offer only. Contact us for costs.

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort HHHHH Garden Wing 01 Arp - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 23 Dec 13; 04 Jan - 31 Mar 14

$430 $845

Rasa Wing 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 23 Dec 13; 04 Jan - 31 Mar 14 24 Dec 13 - 03 Jan 14*

$920 $1,315

24 Dec 13 - 03 Jan 14*

Compulsory New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Bonus Night Offer: 01 Apr 13 - 23 Dec 13 & 01 Feb 14 - 31 Mar 14 Deluxe Garden View and Rasa Premier. Stay 5 Pay 4; Stay 7 Pay 5; Stay 10 Pay 7

Bonus free night is inclusive of breakfasts for 2 Adults and 2 Children below 12 yrs. Maximum 20 free nights.

Malaysia Stopovers - Pangkor (Perak) 3 days / 2 nights

Promotional: 01 Apr - 30 Sep 13 - $570 Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

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Price per person

Belum Rainforest Resort HHH 01 Apr - 14 Jul 13; 16 Aug - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 23 Dec 13; 01 Jan - 31 Mar 14

Twin

15 Jul - 15 Aug 13; 24 - 31 Dec 13

$740 $765

Pangkor Island Beach Resort HHH½ 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Oct - 19 Dec 13; 05 Jan - 31 Mar 14

20 Dec 13 - 04 Jan 14

$425 $480

Compulsory New Year Eve dinner, price on application.

Bonus Night Offer: 01 Apr 13 - 31 Oct 13 & 05 Jan - 31 Mar 14 Stay 5 Pay 4; Stay 9 Pay 7; Stay 15 Pay 12

Breakfast is compulsory during bonus night, price on application. Contact us for costs.

Pangkor Laut Resort ***** 01 Apr -31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 19 Dec 13; 11 Jan - 31 Mar 14

20 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 14*

$620 $1,410

Bonus Night Offer: 01 Apr 13 - 31 Mar 14 (except 20 Dec 13 -10 Jan 14) Stay 7 Pay 6; Stay 10 Pay 8; Stay 14 Pay 11

All rooms except Garden Villa. *Free nights inclusive of breakfast. Contact us for costs.

Includes: Accommodation including breakfast, seat in coach arrival and departure transfers. Note: Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Private arrival and departure transfers from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bahru and private arrival and departure transfers from Lumut Jetty to Kuala Lumpur. *Pangkor Laut Resort peak season costs have minimum 5 nights stay requirement. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a Private Basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Ocean Wing - Deluxe Seafacing at Pangkor Island Beach Resort. Upgrade to Hill View Room at Pangkor Laut Resort. Contact us for costs.

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Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La HHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 23 Dec 13; 04 Jan - 31 Mar 14

The Datai HHHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov 13 - 19 Dec 13; 01- 31 Mar 14 11 Jan - 28 Feb 14 20 Dec 13 - 10 Jan 14

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Hard Rock Hotel HHHH 01 Apr - 31 Oct 13; 01 Nov - 20 Dec 13; 02 Jan - 31 Mar 14

21 Dec 13 - 01 Jan 14

$255 $390

Early bird offer: Book 60 days prior to arrival and receive guaranteed Free Upgrade from Hillview Deluxe to Seaview Deluxe with Balcony (room subject to availability)

Kids Stay, Sleep, Eat and Play for Free Child aged is below 12 years old. Max 2 Children below 12 yrs stay free when sharing with 2 adults on the existing bedding. Free maximum 1 extra bed. Maximum 2 children below 12 yrs eat free buffet breakfast when accompanied by 2 adults. Free daily entrance into Lil’Rock Kids Club for children 4-12 years old Free daily entrance into the Teens Club for teenagers from 12-18 yrs old. Promotional: 08 Jul - 06 Aug 13; 18 Aug - 31 Oct 13; 05 -15 Nov 13 - $220 Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Includes: Accommodation including breakfast, seat in coach arrival and departure transfers and seat in coach round island tour of Penang. Note: Transfers and Touring - based on min. 2 passengers. Contact us for sole traveller costs. Round Island Tour excludes all entrance fees. *Golden Sands Resort and Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort peak season costs have minimum 3 nights stay requirements. Option: Transfers and sightseeing on a Private Basis contact us for additional costs. Upgrade to Deluxe Seafacing at Golden Sands Resort. Upgrade to Garden Wing - Deluxe Seaview and Rasa Wing - Rasa Premier at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort. Upgrade to Seaview Deluxe with Balcony at Hard Rock hotel. Contact us for costs.

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Booking Terms & Conditions BROCHURE VALIDITY This brochure was published in May 2013. The information presented in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing but is subject to change without notice. Changes may occur since publication with respect to prices, itineraries, duration of holidays, service standards, tour content, airline fares and schedules. Please confi rm details of your requirements at the time of booking to ascertain if there have been any alterations to the tour you select before you book. PRICES Prices stated in this brochure are in Australian Dollars ($AUD) and are indicative only and current at the time of printing. Adventure Destinations reserves the right to vary the cost of the tour, taxes and airline prices if necessary by reason of currency fl uctuation, component cost increase, or airfare increase. All prices are subject to confi rmation from local tour operators. DEPOSIT A non-refundable 25% deposit per person, with a minimum of $250 per person plus a signed and completed Adventure Destinations booking form, is required within 7 days (unless otherwise stated) of confi rmation to confi rm a booking. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. Receipt of non-refundable deposit and the signed/completed booking form, will be taken as an understanding by Adventure Destinations that the participant has checked their confi rmed travel arrangements and has read and agreed to the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure. SPECIAL DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS Some overseas suppliers require either an additional or higher non-refundable deposit to be collected to meet their booking conditions. These are usually between 20% and 50%. Please contact Adventure Destinations for full details and to see if this applies. Otherwise relevant details will be provided upon confi rmation. FINAL PAYMENT Payment in full must be completed no less than 60 days before travel. Note: some tours may require payment earlier and this will be advised with the booking confi rmation. PRICE GUARANTEE ON FULL PAYMENT No surcharge in respect to cost or currency fl uctuations will be made to the arrangements of your holiday once full payment has been received by Adventure Destinations, unless any changes are made to your booking in accordance with these terms and conditions. This price guarantee does not apply to: fares, charges or levies imposed by airlines up until ticketing; or any taxes, charges or levies imposed by government or their agencies.

CANCELLATIONS Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given as follows: Days Notice 60 or more 59-46 45-31 30-1 % of Fare Loss of Deposit 65% 85% 100% The above are Adventure Destinations cancellation fees. Airlines and Tour Operators may have additional fees. Transfer of a confi rmed booking to another tour or departure date is deemed to be cancellation of the original booking. No refund for cancellation or unused services on or after commencement date. Please note that employees of any overseas suppliers are not authorised by Adventure Destinations to make any undertakings to our clients in respect of refunds or other matters. NOT INCLUDED IN COSTS International and domestic airfares and airport/ hotel transfers are not included unless specifi cally stated. Passports, visas, vaccinations, passenger taxes, insurance, meals (other than those stipulated), emergency evacuation costs, all items of a personal nature such as excess baggage, telephone calls, laundry, room service, airport taxes and government taxes CLIENTS NAMES – EXACTLY AS PER PASSPORT For security reasons, airlines and our overseas suppliers, require names to be given exactly as stated in your passport. It is your responsibility to provide this important information. If you or your Travel Agent do not advise the correct information and we have to re-issue airline tickets or other documentation, then you will incur any fees charged, such as airline cancellation charges or re-issue fees, in addition to Adventure Destinations own administration fee. ITINERARY CHANGES Adventure Destinations endeavours to perform all holidays in line with published itineraries but reserves the right to amend or alter itineraries for such reasons as service requirements, seasonal demand, road or weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. Where a change is of a signifi cant nature, it will be advised to all tour participants. Adventure Destinations reserves the right to substitute hotels, lodges, inns and camps with properties of similar standard.

TRAVEL INSURANCE It is a condition of your booking that you are adequately insured for the duration of your trip. We recommend a comprehensive travel insurance to cover cancellation, health requirements, luggage and additional expenses. Insurance policies rarely cover for loss of cash. The choice of insurer is at the sole discretion of the client. We strongly suggest that insurance be purchased at the time the non-refundable deposit is paid, as Adventure Destinations cancellation conditions will be strictly enforced. HOTEL AND TOUR INFORMATION Whilst every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of hotel and tour information, we rely on the information supplied to us. As all hotels and tour operators can make changes to the service and facilities, with or without notice, Adventure Destinations cannot be liable for any errors or omissions caused by the hoteliers and operators concerned. PASSPORT You must have a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity from departure date from the country you are visiting. CONSULAR ADVICE The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issues travel advices on most countries. These are available by calling 1300 555 135 or visiting their web site www.smartraveller.gov.au. We recommend that you review this information both prior to making your booking and prior to departure. VACCINATIONS Please discuss with your doctor, Travelvax or a Travel Medical Vaccination Centre, in regards to any recommended or compulsory vaccinations and medical requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the appropriate vaccinations and necessary documentation required.

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TOUR CONDITIONS Adventure Destinations does not itself provide carriage services, accommodation, transport or tours. Adventure Destinations acts as an agent for accommodation providers, air, coach, shipping, rail and other transport providers, tour operators and other service and product providers (referred to as “Service Providers”). All products and services provided by Service Providers are provided on those Service Providers own terms and conditions which may include limitations and exclusions of liability. All bookings with Adventure Destinations and all tickets, vouchers, receipts, coupons, exchange orders and other like documents issued to the client, are subject to each Service Providers terms and conditions governing the provision of products and services to be provided by that Service provider. Adventure Destinations shall not be liable for any acts, omissions or defaults whether negligent or otherwise, of any Service Providers. Adventure Destinations shall not be liable (whether in contract, tort or otherwise) for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, delay or inconvenience resulting directly or indirectly from circumstances outside of Adventure Destination’s control, including acts of nature, war, civil disturbances, strikes, fl oods, acts of government or authorities, breakdowns, accidents, disease, quarantine, terrorism, medical or customs regulations, and alterations, cancellations or delays concerning itineraries, timetables or accommodation. CONSUMER CLAIMS Should you encounter any problems on your holiday, it is always better to try and solve it directly with the supplier. If it is not possible to do so and you wish to lodge a complaint please do so in writing within 30 days of completing your Adventure Destinations arrangements. CONTRACT The contract between Adventure Destinations and the client shall be governed by the laws of the State of Victoria. By making a booking with Adventure Destinations, the client agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions referred to in our brochure and in the Adventure Destinations booking form.

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VISA REQUIREMENTS It is mandatory that you familiarise yourself with any visa requirements applicable in the countries you are visiting. Foreign nationals require a re-entry visa for Australia, which should be obtained before departure. Adventure Destinations will not be held responsible for passengers travelling without the correct travel documents. We refer you to the following link for VISA guidelines www.adventuredestinations.com.au/Visalink. html. This information is a guide only, so please check with the appropriate consulate for exact information.

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BREAKDOWN OF COSTS As all Adventure Destinations touring modules and packages are based on confi dential and specially negotiated rates, we reserve the right and will not give out nor supply a breakdown of costs at anytime.

LATE BOOKINGS AND AMENDMENT FEES Any reservations made within 60 days of travel before departure from Australia must be accompanied with either full payment or a credit card guarantee, due to being within the cancellation penalty period. In addition a late booking fee of $55 per fi le will be charged for bookings made within 14 days of departure. Should you need to alter your original reservations, due to extra administrative and communication costs incurred, there will be an automatic fee charged of $50 per amendment or transaction. Additionally there may be cancellation fees levied by the tour operator or fees may be applicable where arrangements have been pre-purchased.

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