A Quest in Search of Rare & Threatened Wildlife in the World's Oldest Rain Forests
Borneo, the world's third-largest island, harbors the tallest and most ancient rain forests on Earth. Sheltered beneath their dense canopies are jungle rivers, waterfalls and a host of wildlife that leaps, darts and crawls in the emerald depths. Endangered orangutans thrive in the lush vegetation, sharing branches and vines with leaf monkeys, wild gibbons, flying lemurs and more than 300 vibrant bird species. Rare proboscis monkeys are at home in coastal mangroves where hornbills and sea eagles soar above. Tiny turtle hatchlings find their way to the sea on Selingan Island. In the forest beneath Mount Kinabalu’s prominent peaks, pygmy elephants lumber through the underbrush while monitor lizards sunbathe on the banks of the Kinabatangan River. Wildlife flourishes in Borneo, and we safari in search of it on a matchless tropical nature adventure.
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Bornean orangutan, Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, Borneo.
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Bornean pygmy elephants, Kinabatangan River, Borneo.
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Nat Hab guests, Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Danum Valley, Borneo.
Proboscis monkey, Bako National Park, Borneo.
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Bornean orangutan and long-tailed macaques, Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, Borneo.
Green sea turtles, Selingan Island, Borneo.
Bornean sun bears, Sun Bear Conservation Center, Borneo.
Bornean orangutans, Danum Valley, Borneo.
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Kinabatangan River, Borneo.
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Orange-bellied flowerpecker, Danum Valley, Borneo.
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Red leaf monkeys, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Borneo.
Danum Valley, Borneo.
Bornean orangutan, Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, Borneo.
Trip Highlights
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- Close Encounters with OrangutansObserve wild orangutans living freely in the rain forest, and learn about crucial efforts to conserve them on visits to two different rehabilitation centers
- Private Tour of Sun Bear Rehabilitation CenterBehind the scenes, hear the inspiring success story of how the world’s smallest bear was brought back from the brink of extinction
- Explore Ancient Tropical Rain ForestDeep in the Danum Valley, search for proboscis monkeys, gibbons and the slow loris, and scout for pygmy elephants along the Kinabatangan River
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WWF In Action
Photo Departures Available
Capped at just nine travelers, this special photography departure maximizes your chance to get coveted shots of Borneo's diverse array of unique and endangered wildlife, including orangutans, pygmy elephants, flying lemurs, and more than 300 bird species. Benefit from the experience of our professional photographer Expedition Leader, a seasoned naturalist guide and wildlife tracker adept at helping you spot elusive animals in the dense rain forest. No matter your ability level, you'll get personalized photography tips and techniques for challenging jungle conditions as you shoot alongside your guide.
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Exploring the Wilds of Borneo
See More of Borneo's Natural Wonders When You Travel With Nat Hab
From watching free-ranging orangutans in their natural rain forest habitat to scouting for pygmy elephants along the Kinabatangan River, you'll experience the most varied and wildlife-centric Borneo itinerary on offer. Our multifaceted journey emphasizes a wide array of species, plus encounters with local cultures.
- More Diverse Wildlife Viewing in Widely Varied Settings
This is a comprehensive nature survey of Borneo, encompassing diverse ecosystems: the jungle sanctuaries of Sepilok, Semenggoh and Kinabatangan, mangroves in Bako National Park, Selingan Turtle Island, and virginrain forest in the Danum Valley. In these contrasting locales, search for endangered orangutan, pygmy elephant, Bornean bearded pig, smooth-coated otter, long- and pig-tailed macaques, monitor lizard,proboscis monkey, rhinoceros hornbill, silvered leaf monkey and numerous tropical bird species—for starters! - Visit Two Different Orangutan Sanctuaries
A chance to see orangutans is a big reason for coming to Borneo. We maximize your opportunities in two different locations: Sepilok and Semenggoh nature reserves. Semenggoh focuses on the study of orangutan biology and behavior while providing a safe and natural haven for dozens of semi-wild orangutans that are graduates of its original rehabilitation program. - See Green Sea Turtle Hatchlings Reach the Sea
Spending a night on Selingan Turtle Island, protected habitat for endangered green sea turtles, we expect the rare opportunity to observe these pelagic reptiles coming ashore to lay their eggs, then watch in wonder as tiny hatchlings are released to scurry over the beach into the Sulu Sea. - A Small Group Ensures More
Authentic Nature Encounters
Wildlife encounters happen most meaningfully in an intimate context. Our groups are limited to just 12 travelers—and only nine guests on photo departures—enabling a quiet, low-impact experience. - Internal Flights Enhance Comfort & More Time
with Wildlife
Rather than subject youto long, winding, often bumpy drives, we use air transfers for comfort and efficiency. Two internal flights get you between destinations faster, giving you more time with nature and wildlife. - From Riverside to Rain Forest, Stay Closer to Borneo's Wildlife
Our accommodations are selected for their quality, atmosphere and secluded locations, getting you as close as possible to nature in the most comfortable settings. From our eco-resort near an orangutan sanctuary to a remote ecolodge on the Kinabatangan River and our lodge in Danum Valley that overlooks primary growthrain forest , you are immersed in wild Borneo. - Travel with An Expedition Leader Plus Top Local Guides
Our Nat Hab Expedition Leaders are seasoned guides and natural history experts. In addition, they receive special training and resources provided by WWF scientists. They are also assisted by Borneo’s best local guides during each segment of our trip. See Expedition Leader bios and traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders. - Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures You’ll Have an Outstanding Trip
With Natural Habitat Adventures, you receive our exclusive guarantee, which clearly states that we will meet the high expectations we set forth in our promotional materials. To our knowledge, this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company. Read our important promise. - Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey
We care deeply about our planet, as we know you do. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures has been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007. - Natural Habitat Adventures is WWF’s Travel Partner
Because of our commitment to environmentally friendly travel, as well as the exceptional quality of our small-group nature adventures, World Wildlife Fund, the world’s leading environmental conservation organization, has named Natural Habitat Adventures its worldwide travel partner—a designation that makes us exceedingly proud!
