Borneo – East Sabah Adventure

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (2 nts), homestay (1 nt, multi-share), jungle lodge (3 nts, twin-share), permanent tented camp (1 nt, twin-share)

• Meals
  7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

• G for Good Moment: D'Danau Homestay

  Experience a G for Good Moment at D'Danau Homestay in Kota Belud.

• G for Good Moment: Libaran Island Village Walk

  Enjoy a G for Good Moment with a village walk on Libaran Island.

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group during the Welcome Moment.

• Foodie Moment

  Participate in a local farms and cooking demonstration at Tambatuon Homestay.

• Kinabatangan River Safaris

  Enjoy morning and evening safaris on the Kinabatangan River.

• Guided Oxbow Lake Visit

  Take a guided visit to the oxbow lake for wildlife spotting in Kinabatangan.

• Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre Visit

  Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

• Turtle Hatchery Visit

  Visit a turtle hatchery on Libaran Island.

• Internal Flight

  An internal flight is included in the tour.

• Transport

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

Tipping and GratuitiesTipping and gratuities are not included in the tour price.

Transport

Private vehicle, plane, boat, walking.

Accommodation

Experience a diverse range of accommodations including hotels, a homestay, a jungle lodge, and a permanent tented camp, offering a mix of twin-share and multi-share options for a unique and immersive stay.

Meals Included

7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Group Size

Max 15

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Meals

Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Included breakfasts will usually be asian style consisting of noodles or congee (rice porridge) or bread and eggs. Vegetarians will be able to find a range of different foods, although in some areas the choice maybe limited. While trekking in remote regions food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

Mode of Transport

Travel comfortably with a combination of private vehicles, planes, boats, and walking, ensuring seamless transitions between destinations and activities throughout your adventure.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Local Dress

When packing be aware that dress standards are conservative throughout Asia. Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means covering shoulders and no short shorts. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate. Shorts should be knee-length. Singlets and tank tops are not acceptable. One piece bathing suits are recommended and topless sun bathing is unacceptable.

Important Notes

ACCOMMODATION

It should be stressed that the nature of the accommodation when compared with other areas of SE Asia, is sometimes of a lower standard than normally provided on G Adventures trips. This is often due to the location and type of activities involved (ie high on a mountain and in remote jungle areas). Accommodation is always clean and usually makes up in character and location, what it might not provide in glamour and additional services.



Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.



RAMADAN

According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between sundown on Feb 28th - Mar 29th 2025, and Feb 17th - Mar 19th 2026. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who can't at that time.



TRAVEL WARNINGS TO EASTERN SABAH

Various nationalities have a travel warning for Eastern Sabah. Please visit your government website and check with your insurance that any warnings will not affect your insurance coverage, as travel insurance that covers the entire itinerary is mandatory on our tours. The safety of our travellers is our number one priority at G Adventures. We will continuously monitor the region and will continue to run itineraries to areas that we believe to be safe. Below are some shortcuts:



Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade - https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories

US Department of State - https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/

UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - https://smartraveller.gov.au/

New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade - https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/

Group Leader

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEO) throughout. The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

About Accommodation

A variety of styles of hotels/guesthouses are used in Malaysia. In many instances they might not be like what you are used to back home. In some areas we stay in simple local guesthouses in stunning locations - rooms are small and basic and there may only be shared toilet facilities and showers. Service and efficiency can also vary.

What to Take

You will be on the move a good deal, so pack as lightly as possible (under 10 kg/22lb). It is to your advantage as you are expected to carry your own luggage, though distances are never great. We do not allow the use of video cameras when staying in the villages as it can be perceived by the local people as highly obtrusive. Most travellers carry their luggage in a pack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice. Suitcases are not appropriate for this particular trip! You need to bring your main piece of luggage as well as a small to medium backpack for any overnight trips (30-35 litres/8-9 gallons).

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

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