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we went for a 3 day 2 night Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari trip with Borneo Eco Tours, taking in Sepilok and a river safari over two nights. We had two weeks in Malaysia in total and this amount of time felt about right. Our guide, Jad, was with us for the whole trip. Jad was fantastic, very kind and knowledgable, and he did his absolute best to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible. Without a guide you would miss a lot of the wildlife. The Sukau Rainforest Lodge is a lovely place to stay in.

we went for a 3 day 2 night Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari trip with Borneo Eco Tours, taking in Sepilok and a river safari over two nights. We had two weeks in Malaysia in total and this amount of time felt about right. Our guide, Jad, was with us for the whole trip. Jad was fantastic, very kind and knowledgable, and he did his absolute best to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible. Without a guide you would miss a lot of the wildlife. The Sukau Rainforest Lodge is a lovely place to stay in.

We’ve just come back from a trip across Malaysia. This tour was part of the trip and I can honestly say it was the best experience we’ve ever had. Every part of the process was professional, helpful and courteous. We were a party of 9, so a lot to organise, but the booking process was simple. All parts were delivered on time with no issues. The sukau rainforest lodge is gorgeous. It’s simple as you would expect but the standards are exceptional, the tour guides are amazing and everyone we encountered was knowledgeable and professional. We did lots of boat tours and saw different animals at different times. Food was simple but good quality. We really loved how everyone in Borneo was very mindful and respectful of the animals around us, and made sure animal welfare was always on their mind. More than I can say for some idiot adults that weren’t following the rules at some times.
All in all, highly rated and I would be giving it 7 stars if I could.

We’ve just come back from a trip across Malaysia. This tour was part of the trip and I can honestly say it was the best experience we’ve ever had. Every part of the process was professional, helpful and courteous. We were a party of 9, so a lot to organise, but the booking process was simple. All parts were delivered on time with no issues. The sukau rainforest lodge is gorgeous. It’s simple as you would expect but the standards are exceptional, the tour guides are amazing and everyone we encountered was knowledgeable and professional. We did lots of boat tours and saw different animals at different times. Food was simple but good quality. We really loved how everyone in Borneo was very mindful and respectful of the animals around us, and made sure animal welfare was always on their mind. More than I can say for some idiot adults that weren’t following the rules at some times.
All in all, highly rated and I would be giving it 7 stars if I could.

We booked our Kinabatangan River stay with Borneo Eco Tours. The booking process and communication was straightforward and Lisa always answered any queries we had over email quickly and gave us all the information we needed to make the most of our trip. This included booking us an extra night and arranging all the transfers to align with flight times.
We were met by Fernando at our accommodation in Sepilok and he took us around the Orangutan and Sun Bear centres, he was great fun and really knowledgeable. We also met our tour guide for the whole trip here, Fahran, who escorted us from Sepilok to Sukau Lodge. We spent 3 nights/4 days with Sukau Rainforest Lodge and I have to say it’s one of the best travel experiences of my life. It was so magical staying in the rainforest and the variety of wildlife we saw was incredible, from Pygmy elephants crossing the river to a flanged orangutan to a Rhinoceros Hornbill looking for a nest. The room and food were exceptional but what truly makes the whole experience are the staff, they were friendly, kind, knowledgeable and always kept you up to date on what your personal itinerary was. A particular shout out to Fahran and Soleil who were so kind, helpful and shared so much knowledge and wisdom about the rainforest, the wildlife and the local communities. Also to Arnold who climbed the 500+ steps with us at Gomantong Caves and whose excitement at finding a flanged male orangutan was totally contagious. We loved chatting with the staff at dinner and in the shop, and loved learning more about the culture and communities on the Kinabatangan river.
We were so sad to leave but will remember this trip forever! We hope to be lucky enough to visit again one day in the future ❤️

We booked our Kinabatangan River stay with Borneo Eco Tours. The booking process and communication was straightforward and Lisa always answered any queries we had over email quickly and gave us all the information we needed to make the most of our trip. This included booking us an extra night and arranging all the transfers to align with flight times.
We were met by Fernando at our accommodation in Sepilok and he took us around the Orangutan and Sun Bear centres, he was great fun and really knowledgeable. We also met our tour guide for the whole trip here, Fahran, who escorted us from Sepilok to Sukau Lodge. We spent 3 nights/4 days with Sukau Rainforest Lodge and I have to say it’s one of the best travel experiences of my life. It was so magical staying in the rainforest and the variety of wildlife we saw was incredible, from Pygmy elephants crossing the river to a flanged orangutan to a Rhinoceros Hornbill looking for a nest. The room and food were exceptional but what truly makes the whole experience are the staff, they were friendly, kind, knowledgeable and always kept you up to date on what your personal itinerary was. A particular shout out to Fahran and Soleil who were so kind, helpful and shared so much knowledge and wisdom about the rainforest, the wildlife and the local communities. Also to Arnold who climbed the 500+ steps with us at Gomantong Caves and whose excitement at finding a flanged male orangutan was totally contagious. We loved chatting with the staff at dinner and in the shop, and loved learning more about the culture and communities on the Kinabatangan river.
We were so sad to leave but will remember this trip forever! We hope to be lucky enough to visit again one day in the future ❤️

We did two tours with Borneo Eco: Kinnabalu park 2D1N and a daytrip to Mari Mari Cultural Village. Both tours were very well prepared and executed. We had a very passionate, knowledgeable and attentive tour guide (Popoi). For this type of experience the tour guide makes a very big difference so we are very happy to have chosen Borneo Eco! Cindy at the booking office was very reactive and helpful in making the practical arrangements beforehand.

We did two tours with Borneo Eco: Kinnabalu park 2D1N and a daytrip to Mari Mari Cultural Village. Both tours were very well prepared and executed. We had a very passionate, knowledgeable and attentive tour guide (Popoi). For this type of experience the tour guide makes a very big difference so we are very happy to have chosen Borneo Eco! Cindy at the booking office was very reactive and helpful in making the practical arrangements beforehand.

Amazing trip and very well organised. You are put in a small group, we are a family of 4 and we only had 11 people in total in ours, which with our guide Vincent felt very personalised. Very lucky to see elephants, monkeys, an orangutan (albeit hiding) and crocodiles.

The cruises were great, especially the early morning one. The food was also very good.

Our guide Vincent was extremely knowledgable, pointing out various species of birds, and able to spot a crocodile from quite a distance.

We got there by road which is very bumpy (not the operators fault), so maybe get the boat transfer if you can.

Would happily recommend this tour to anyone thinking of going.

Amazing trip and very well organised. You are put in a small group, we are a family of 4 and we only had 11 people in total in ours, which with our guide Vincent felt very personalised. Very lucky to see elephants, monkeys, an orangutan (albeit hiding) and crocodiles.

The cruises were great, especially the early morning one. The food was also very good.

Our guide Vincent was extremely knowledgable, pointing out various species of birds, and able to spot a crocodile from quite a distance.

We got there by road which is very bumpy (not the operators fault), so maybe get the boat transfer if you can.

Would happily recommend this tour to anyone thinking of going.

Wonderful houseboat on river to see orangutans and other wildlife. I must preface this by saying we booked our whole 14d trip through a US company who arranged various in country guides and accommodations and I paid one lump sum so I don’t know cost of things individually.

This company has four luxury boats. They separate themselves from other boats because they have a/c in bedrooms at night (generator does not run for a/c 24h) and private rooms. Our bedroom had connected bathroom, other had one right beside. Traveled w our young adult children.
Other boats have mattresses on open deck w mosquito nets and no privacy. (We had mosquitos nets also)
Crew of four plus cook plus our English speaking guide.
Saw lots of wildlife on the river—macaques,Proboscus monkeys, kingfisher, alligator.
We took three night trip stopping at all three feeding stations and one of them twice. This is in National park area. The orangutan who come to feeding are semi wild. They maybe needed rehab then were released. They aren’t super afraid of humans so will come to once a day feeding platform. This is not their only food, it’s a minor supplement for vitamins. They are fed bananas and sweet potatoes.
Their behavior is so human like. You get great views although areas to view can get a little crowded. Feedings last 1-1.5 h each. This is the only place in the world these animals live! We did also see wild ones along river—they are wary of people and boats.
Be prepared for very hot and humid weather.
Bring mosquito repellent and more mosquito repellent. We wore long pants to the viewings for protection from bites. I would also bring a light weight long sleeve shirt to wear on boat in evening for protection. Sun goes down at 6 at equator so there is a lot of night/mosquito time!
Filtered water is provided and used for cooking.
The food was amazing! Serves family style w 4-5 different plates PLUS two plates of fruit. We could never finish food and often felt guilty. There was so much. They give cool towels when you return from the off boat viewing which feels amazing.
I cannot recommend this experience and boat company enough!

Wonderful houseboat on river to see orangutans and other wildlife. I must preface this by saying we booked our whole 14d trip through a US company who arranged various in country guides and accommodations and I paid one lump sum so I don’t know cost of things individually.

This company has four luxury boats. They separate themselves from other boats because they have a/c in bedrooms at night (generator does not run for a/c 24h) and private rooms. Our bedroom had connected bathroom, other had one right beside. Traveled w our young adult children.
Other boats have mattresses on open deck w mosquito nets and no privacy. (We had mosquitos nets also)
Crew of four plus cook plus our English speaking guide.
Saw lots of wildlife on the river—macaques,Proboscus monkeys, kingfisher, alligator.
We took three night trip stopping at all three feeding stations and one of them twice. This is in National park area. The orangutan who come to feeding are semi wild. They maybe needed rehab then were released. They aren’t super afraid of humans so will come to once a day feeding platform. This is not their only food, it’s a minor supplement for vitamins. They are fed bananas and sweet potatoes.
Their behavior is so human like. You get great views although areas to view can get a little crowded. Feedings last 1-1.5 h each. This is the only place in the world these animals live! We did also see wild ones along river—they are wary of people and boats.
Be prepared for very hot and humid weather.
Bring mosquito repellent and more mosquito repellent. We wore long pants to the viewings for protection from bites. I would also bring a light weight long sleeve shirt to wear on boat in evening for protection. Sun goes down at 6 at equator so there is a lot of night/mosquito time!
Filtered water is provided and used for cooking.
The food was amazing! Serves family style w 4-5 different plates PLUS two plates of fruit. We could never finish food and often felt guilty. There was so much. They give cool towels when you return from the off boat viewing which feels amazing.
I cannot recommend this experience and boat company enough!

This was an exceptional experience, offering the perfect balance between comfort and ethical integrity. It felt immersive yet respectful... rather than dominating the environment, we became a small part of it. The sense of being in a truly wild space was ever-present, and we felt privileged to witness even a fraction of what the Bornean rainforest has to offer.

Transfers were smooth and well-coordinated, and the facilities were impressive, particularly given the remote jungle location. Importantly, luxury was not achieved at the expense of the environment. The luxury element was certainly there, but encounters with geckos or skinks in your room were part of the experience, and of course, insects are to be expected in a rainforest setting, but this only enhanced the authenticity of the experience. Animals were not chased away, they were welcomed. This is eco-tourism in its truest sense: humans adapting to the wild, not reshaping it for their convenience.

Our guide, Jay, was outstanding. Deeply knowledgeable and highly personable. If it is possible to request a guide, I would strongly recommend asking for him. He went to great lengths to help us spot wildlife, and not relying on intrusive methods (as is sometimes the case in other safaris), but on patience, expertise, and a deep understanding of the environment. Thanks to his efforts, we were fortunate to see four of the “Big Five.”

The food was delicious and varied, especially impressive considering the logistical challenges of sourcing ingredients in such a remote location. The staff as a whole were warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to providing excellent service.

I would wholeheartedly recommend the BB7D tour to anyone seeking an authentic, ethically responsible Bornean rainforest experience.

This was an exceptional experience, offering the perfect balance between comfort and ethical integrity. It felt immersive yet respectful... rather than dominating the environment, we became a small part of it. The sense of being in a truly wild space was ever-present, and we felt privileged to witness even a fraction of what the Bornean rainforest has to offer.

Transfers were smooth and well-coordinated, and the facilities were impressive, particularly given the remote jungle location. Importantly, luxury was not achieved at the expense of the environment. The luxury element was certainly there, but encounters with geckos or skinks in your room were part of the experience, and of course, insects are to be expected in a rainforest setting, but this only enhanced the authenticity of the experience. Animals were not chased away, they were welcomed. This is eco-tourism in its truest sense: humans adapting to the wild, not reshaping it for their convenience.

Our guide, Jay, was outstanding. Deeply knowledgeable and highly personable. If it is possible to request a guide, I would strongly recommend asking for him. He went to great lengths to help us spot wildlife, and not relying on intrusive methods (as is sometimes the case in other safaris), but on patience, expertise, and a deep understanding of the environment. Thanks to his efforts, we were fortunate to see four of the “Big Five.”

The food was delicious and varied, especially impressive considering the logistical challenges of sourcing ingredients in such a remote location. The staff as a whole were warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to providing excellent service.

I would wholeheartedly recommend the BB7D tour to anyone seeking an authentic, ethically responsible Bornean rainforest experience.

Amazing tour which was well organized. We felt complitely safe during the whole trip. The Lodge is wonderful and the staff really charming. Our Guide Vincent was fabulous. He took a lot of time, explained everthing to us an always focused the nature and animals.
Highly recommend.

Amazing tour which was well organized. We felt complitely safe during the whole trip. The Lodge is wonderful and the staff really charming. Our Guide Vincent was fabulous. He took a lot of time, explained everthing to us an always focused the nature and animals.
Highly recommend.

We spent 3 days on the Kinabatangan river and 2 in the Danum Valley.
Everything was perfect, from the lodges (luxurious and with excellent food) to the activities. All the guides were well prepared and nice.

We spent 3 days on the Kinabatangan river and 2 in the Danum Valley.
Everything was perfect, from the lodges (luxurious and with excellent food) to the activities. All the guides were well prepared and nice.