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Borneo Wildlife Holidays

A haven of biodiversity in Southeast Asia

See intelligent orangutans, adorable pygmy elephants and hundreds of brightly coloured, fascinating bird species on this densely forested island.

Borneo is one of the world’s richest wildlife destinations, a place where ancient rainforests, winding rivers, and remote mountain ranges provide a haven for rare and remarkable species. It’s best known for its orangutans, but the diversity goes far beyond that, making it an incredible destination for wildlife lovers of all ages.

What we love about Borneo is the feeling of true wilderness. In the jungles of Sabah and Sarawak, you can explore on foot or by boat with expert naturalist guides, spotting proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, hornbills, and with a bit of luck wild orangutans. The Danum Valley is particularly special: a pristine rainforest reserve where night walks and canopy treks bring you eye-to-eye with everything from slow loris to flying squirrels.

Borneo’s rivers offer a more gentle way to spot wildlife. A multi-day trip along the Kinabatangan River lets you stay in comfortable lodges and watch the banks come alive with activity at dawn and dusk. If you're keen on marine life, Borneo’s islands are home to world-class snorkelling and diving, with turtles and reef sharks regularly seen off places like Lankayan or Sipadan.

Whether you're looking for a soft adventure with the kids or a more in-depth wildlife experience, Borneo’s rare mix of biodiversity, expert guiding, and well-placed eco-lodges makes it a truly unforgettable destination.

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Wild Borneo: Orangutans, Birds, and Elephants

Venture into the wilds of Borneo on this 10 day journey into the depths of the rainforests and beyond.
£4,200 pp. Learn more
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Borneo Trip Inspiration

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Our Borneo specialist, Nia, says:

"Borneo is one of the best for close-up wildlife encounters – not just orangutans, but pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, and all kinds of rare birdlife. What makes it really special is how accessible the wild feels, whether you’re drifting down the Kinabatangan River or walking through ancient rainforest with a local guide who knows every sound and footprint."

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Borneo Expert

AC

Far and Wild went above and beyond to make sure my trip to Zambia was special. I would definitely recommend them and their services to anyone wanting to travel to Africa.

5 Jun 2024
Tiny

Lovely holiday at the amazing Almanara on Galu beach, a beach like no other. Far and Wild excelled themselves from beginning to end of our holiday in beautiful Kenya.... What a country!,

5 Jun 2024
Stodge

Wow! These guys are amazing. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Friendly AND efficient! Sorted out our trip (last minute and lots of different family member needs, sorry!) in record time and everything worked like clockwork. Trip of a lifetime to the Masai Mara. Will be back (and use F&W again!)!

5 Jun 2024
Fiona C

It was a dreamy holiday on the Kenyan Coast - Far and Wild, their efficiency and professionalism allowed us to relax and be the happiest family alive !! We cannot fault them, their care and understanding of what we wanted from a holiday ensured we had the most memorable trip. We will be booking with them again for sure!

5 Jun 2024

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