7 Nt Borneo's Orangutans & Wildlife Tour, Singapore & Hong Kong Stays and Northbound Asian Allure Cruise, 27 January 2027 (26 nights)

Today, you’re going to have the chance to visit two of Kota Kinabalu’s most exciting attractions: the Poring Hot Springs and Kinabalu National Park, home to Borneo’s tallest peak and a remarkable wealth of flora and fauna to admire. Starting with Poring Hot Springs, you’ll travel from your hotel accommodation to this scenic hot spring on the border of Kinabalu National Park, stopping off at the charming Nabalu Village to sample some of the region’s fresh fruits and shop for local wares. A fantastic insight into life in the rural communities spread across northern Borneo, this is undoubtedly a great way to start your day. Arriving in Poring Hot Springs, you’ll have the chance to wander the stunning landscaped gardens here, soak in one of the hot springs, and observe some of the region’s wildlife from a canopy walkway. Then, you’ll venture further into Kinabalu National Park, affording you a better look at one of the world’s tallest island peaks, Mount Kinabalu, and the abundant wildlife found throughout the park. With helpful insights from your guide, you’re sure to spot some beautiful birds, interesting insects, and fascinating flora during your time here.

Kota Kinabalu, one of Borneo’s largest cities and somewhere with a fascinating history to explore, is home to a wealth of incredible cultural landmarks worth taking the time to admire. Today, as part of your cruise package, you’ll be invited on a guided half-day tour of some of the city’s most significant sites. Starting with a visit to the remarkable Yayasan Sabah building, a futuristic structure that stands as one of the only buildings in the world to utilise the unique single-column structure, you’ll then have the chance to spend some time in Puh Toh Tze Temple. The main Chinese temple in Kota Kinabalu, this modern Buddhist temple is simply stunning and offers the opportunity to learn more about the significance of Chinese Buddhism in Malaysia. Following this, you’ll travel across town to Masjid Negeri Sabah: the Sabah State Mosque. An impressive place of worship with a remarkable dome, this mosque was constructed throughout the 1970s and features a mausoleum where several Sabah state governors are buried. You’ll finish this exciting exploration of Kota Kinabalu’s landmarks with a visit to the Sabah Museum, giving you a chance to dive even deeper into the region’s fascinating past and rich cultural heritage. Then, you’ll have the opportunity to tuck into some traditional Malay cuisine at a local restaurant, the perfect way to end such an enjoyable half-day experience.

Today, a very special experience awaits you. While in Sandakan, you’ll have the chance to visit the remarkable Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. An important sanctuary for one of the world’s most endangered primates, Sepilok works tirelessly to rehabilitate rescued and orphaned orangutans, providing care to those that need it while also improving conservation efforts in the region. During your time here, you’ll have the chance to observe some of the orangutans here at rainforest feeding stations, and – provided it’s open when you visit – the on-site nursery. With over 70 orangutans living freely in the rainforest reserve here alongside approximately 25 orphaned orangutans in the nursery, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to admire these incredible creatures while visiting.

Today, as part of your adventure exploring the sensational wildlife found throughout Borneo and beyond, you’ll be invited to visit the remarkable Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC). This important sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates the world’s smallest bears throughout Southeast Asia. Located on the edge of the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, the BSBCC is home to over 40 rescued ex-captive sun bears, all of which have the freedom to roam protected forest enclosures designed to offer them a natural environment better suited to their rehabilitation. A fascinating destination that allows you to observe these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, this is one part of your Southeast Asian adventure you won’t want to miss.

On this day of your cruise adventure through Borneo and beyond, you’ll be invited to enjoy an hour-long cruise along the Lower Kinabatangan River. Embarking in Sandakan, this is a fantastic experience that gives you the chance to see Sandakan from a different perspective. While cruising, you’ll also pass pristine mangrove forests and have ample opportunity to spot some of the region’s wildlife. A relaxing way to travel along Malaysia’s second-longest river, you’ll enjoy a lunch break at the remote Abai Jungle Lodge before continuing with an afternoon river cruise in search of more wildlife and scenic spots.

This evening, an unforgettable wildlife spotting experience awaits you with a guided wildlife walk at the remote Abai Jungle Lodge. Wandering around the lodge’s nature boardwalk as the sun sets, this exciting experience invites you to search the wilderness around you for some of the region’s most fascinating nocturnal wildlife, insects, and bird species. At night, fireflies illuminate the rainforest around you, a magical sight you’ll never forget. Abai Jungle Lodge itself is worth looking forward to, too. Set amongst the vibrant jungles of the Lower Kinabatangan-Segama Wetlands, on the banks of the Lower Kinabatangan River, this rustic lodge is simple but utterly charming. It invites you to immerse yourself in the serene surroundings during your stay fully.

Early this morning, you’re going to embark on a wonderful wildlife-spotting cruise on Pitas Lake, a scenic lake near Abai Jungle Lodge. Renowned for its tranquil atmosphere, this picturesque place is surrounded by vibrant rainforest and offers excellent opportunities to see some of the region’s most interesting wildlife and bird species. This is one nature-spotting experience that’s definitely worth waking up early for.

On this day of your adventure through Borneo’s stunning rainforests and beyond, you’ll be invited on a fascinating river cruise along the Lower Kinabatangan River and Menanggul River. From Abai Jungle Lodge, you’ll cruise upriver to Sukau, stopping at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge for lunch before continuing to the Menanggul River. With both banks lined with vibrant rainforests and plenty of opportunities to spot some of the region’s most fascinating wildlife, birds, and insects, this relaxing experience is a sensational way to immerse yourself in the remote Lower Kinabatangan-Segama Wetlands and Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary.

Today, you're going to embark on a wildlife spotting experience unlike anything else. Heading to the impressive Gomantong Hill, you'll be invited on a guided tour of the impressive Gomantong Caves, a complex cave system known for being home to several bat species, a massive insect population, and several species of birds, of which you'll have a chance of spotting several in the area around Gomantong Caves. This region is also home to orangutans, meaning you'll have an opportunity to spot these remarkable primates in their natural habitat, too. Gomantong Caves is also known as one of the region's best places to harvest edible bird's nests, which are often used to make bird's nest soup. An intriguing tradition that takes care not to disturb the swiftlets crafting the nests any more than necessary, the collection of edible bird's nests from Gomantong Caves dates back to at least 500 AD. This is just one example of the fascinating insight Gomantong Caves will provide you into the region's cultural heritage, while also dazzling you with impressive interiors and the chance to spot some incredible wildlife.

Situated in the Arts & Heritage District, Rendezvous Hotel Singapore at Bras Basah reflects the history and trendsetting nature of its surroundings. Art inspires everything that we do. By setting the retro elements and heritage of the neighbourhood against the hotel's contemporary interior design, we strive to evoke an appreciation of the arts both past and present. Be immersed in a multi-sensory art experience that weaves in different art mediums ranging from static sculptures and paintings to interactive multimedia art installations. These different interactive art forms come together to form a unique hotel experience that lets you stay at the very heartbeat of the arts culture in Singapore.

Situated in the Arts & Heritage District, Rendezvous Hotel Singapore at Bras Basah reflects the history and trendsetting nature of its surroundings. Art inspires everything that we do. By setting the retro elements and heritage of the neighbourhood against the hotel's contemporary interior design, we strive to evoke an appreciation of the arts both past and present. Be immersed in a multi-sensory art experience that weaves in different art mediums ranging from static sculptures and paintings to interactive multimedia art installations. These different interactive art forms come together to form a unique hotel experience that lets you stay at the very heartbeat of the arts culture in Singapore.

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