Maliau Nature Safari

Sabah is a realm that boasts impressive natural attractions. The land beneath the wind is home to a plethora of rare wildlife as well as Mt. Kinabalu, one of South-East Asia’s highest peaks. Whether you choose to watch the sunrise from the apex of Mt. Kinanalu, immersed in the waters of the Poring Hot springs or go river rafting on the Kulu River, your trip is definitely going to be a memorable one.

This 5-day itinerary brings you through the exotic twin cities of Borneo-Kota Kinabalu and Kuching city- venturing into the ancient Borneo rain forest to witness the Orangutans, time-traveling to the past in an award-winning living museum, and caving through limestone caverns. We’re also throwing in a glorious dose of sun, sand, and sea. An itinerary that boasts of stunning natural scenery, best of Borneo’s wild wonders and cultural highlights.

A memorable birding experience awaits you! Renowned as a destination for nature lovers that is decorated with exotic flora and fauna, Borneo has a total of 688 resident and migratory bird species; 60 endemic species, where 33 of these endemics are found in Sabah’s hill slopes and mountain forest. Borneo is a tropical haven with numerous bird watching locations, namely Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring in Ranau, Danum valley conservation area and Tabin Wildlife reserve in Lahad Datu, among others. Our guides and their eagle-eyes are sure to make your time in Borneo worthwhile!

Experience Mother Nature at its best and experience the hospitality of the Murut Headhunter Tribe of North Borneo. Not only is this a must-visit for Eco-travelers and the adventurous, but Orou Sapulut is also a community project to assist in generating an economic development of the Murut community in Sapulot. This tour includes various activities such as caving, jungle trekking, rock climbing, river cruises, rapid shooting, hidden waterfalls, cultural performance and much more.

The Maliau Basin has only partially been explored, leaving over 50% of the area completely untouched. Reveal the mystical Maliau Basin- one of Malaysia’s finest remaining wilderness areas. It is one of the world’s great reserves of biodiversity, with almost unbelievable genetic richness. Stay at Maliau Basin Study Center (MBSC) and experience the wonders of primary tropical forest. This is the best place in Borneo to catch a glimpse of the lost world of Borneo. This trek will take you over winding trails, often under grown with the encroaching forest, and with uneven and muddy ground underfoot. The trails will be narrow, slippery and generally up and down for most of the day.

Belum Temenggor is the largest rain forest in the Malay Peninsula. It is believed to have been in existence for over 130million years, making it one of the world’s oldest rainforests, older than both the Amazon and the Congo. In the heart of the forest lies a man-made lake covering 15,200 Hectares which are dotted with hundreds of Islands. Belum Temenggor is still relatively low key in regards to tourism, making it easy to enjoy the tranquility of the jungle and increasing your chances of spotting wild animals

This tour will take you to explore the spectacular Taman Negara and discover the wonders of the ancient rain forest. Taman Negara is the largest park in Peninsular Malaysia, reputed to be the best kept tropical rain forest, thanks to its protected status. This tour is filled with many activities such as jungle trekking, canopy walk, and night safari.

If you're an animal lover who's looking for an adventure, this program is for you! Adventure Asia features the Bako National Park, where you can see various animals in their natural surroundings. Bako is one of the best spots in Sarawak where you can experience encounters with animals like monkeys, flying lemurs, monitor lizards, and numerous bird species. Get close to nature as you explore the tropical rainforest and see the cliff, tropical swamp, and beach vegetations. Not only that, but we'll also take you to see the Sea Stack Rock Formation!

This program allows participants an up-close and personal experience with marine mammals which are on the brink of extinction. Volunteers get the chance to actively participate hands-on in turtle conservation work at Talang-Talang Besar Island and join a team of dedicated professionals in their efforts to save the turtles. The program aims to create awareness and to impart knowledge on the importance of sea turtle conservation.

Sarawak is known for its rich tropical landscape and mighty rivers, as well as a city that is named after a cat! Enjoy some tours that bring you to explore the Cat city of Sarawak. You will also have the chance to see the magnificent Orangutans, gentle primates of Southeast Asia, in the Semonggoh orangutan rehabilitation center as well as visit the amazing Mulu caves, the largest in the world.

Similar to the Mulu Pinnacles trail, only that after ascending the pinnacles we proceed to journey across the landscape by an old headhunters trail, through gentle countryside to Kuala Terikan. From here, we take a boat across river rapids to an authentic Iban longhouse for overnight. Thereafter, we depart from either Limbang airport from Brunei.

Penang proudly homes the UNESCO-listed George Town, and you'll be here to explore it! Adventure Asia is taking you to George Town, where the food scene is alive and kicking. The place is filled with food outlets that present Chinese, Malay, and Nyonya (Malay-Chinese fusion) cuisines. Unless you're an expert, it might be hard to directly compare food stalls from the greatest to the so-so ones. You'll encounter wide selections of food stalls, and it might be overwhelming on your part, so we're here to guide you on a food trail. Taste various local cuisine and specialties from up to three food outlets, and have the best foodie experience in Malaysia. On top of that, you get to learn more about the rich heritage and culture in George Town and interact with locals!

Are you ready to go on a fun-filled adventure you'll only find in Malaysia? Because we at Adventure Asia can't wait to take you on this trip as we tour around Malaysia's hidden gems: Penang and Ulu Muda. Experience the rich culture and traditional heritage of natives in George Town, the capital city of Penang. Explore sacred temples and feast with local hawker foods along the way. Ulu Muda offers a different type of escapade as Adventure Asia takes you to a haven for environment lovers at the Rainforest of Lake Muda. Build a strong connection with nature and wildlife as you hike through the jungle, walk along the rivers, take cruises, and explore limestone caves. You won't want to miss this!

We hope you’re hungry! This Penang walking tour will set your taste buds salivating as you sample the best of the city’s street food scene. Your guide is a local foodie who will ensure you’re stuffed with sweet and savory treats as you learn about the traditional Malaysian cuisine. Along the way, take in some history as you wander old city streets, passing preserved heritage sites, and stopping at famed food spots like one of Penang’s oldest Chinese coffee shops and Indian Muslim restaurants. With Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavors in its street food, there’s no better way to literally taste the cultural diversity of Penang!

This tour is one of our most popular tour packages which encompasses wildlife tours across destinations like our renowned Sukau Rain forest Lodge, Gomantong Caves and also the luxurious Borneo Rain forest Lodge. These locations are most ideal to view wildlife and the combination of these combinations will give you an even greater chance to encounter them. You’ll maximize your chances of seeing wildlife on this tour, especially the pygmy elephant, Orangutan, Proboscis Monkey, crocodiles, and the stunning Rhinoceros Horn-bill.

Getting away from the bustling and hustling life and back to the call of nature in this amazing Endau-Rompin National Park and Tioman journey. From the exciting hiking through one of the most pristine jungles, the breathtaking beauty of tropical rainforest to the camping site in the middle of stars, from the transparent crystal water, white sandy beaches to the variety of snorkeling spots, you will feel the taste of both splendid jungle and blue sea at its best!

Bako is one of the best parks in Malaysia to see wildlife and experience the rainforest via a network of trekking trails. Bako National park is one of the best places in Sarawak to see wildlife in a natural setting. Commonly spotted at Bako are the Borneo endemic probosci’s monkeys, silvered langurs (monkeys), long-tailed macaques, wild boar, monitor lizards and numerous species of birds. The park has an impressive range of forest types from mangrove to heath forest, tropical swamps vegetation, cliff vegetation, and beach vegetation. A trail network provides access to different parts, depending on the level of fitness and area of interest. The park’s spectacular coastline is dotted with small bays, coves, and beaches.

Get acquainted with the local people, history, culture and natural surroundings of Sarawak on this private tour from Kuching, including a Homestay in Annah Rais. See the Sarawak’s main sights on a tour by comfortable surrey bike, learn about the region’s rehabilitated animals at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre and admire unique Malaysian artifacts at the Sarawak Museum. Enjoy an intimate overnight stay at a traditional village longhouse, where you’ll learn local customs from a host family and enjoy a home-cooked dinner and breakfast.

Sabah is a realm that boasts impressive natural attractions. The land beneath the wind is home to a plethora of rare wildlife as well as Mt. Kinabalu, one of South-East Asia’s highest peaks. Whether you choose to watch the sunrise from the apex of Mt. Kinanalu, immersed in the waters of the Poring Hot springs or go river rafting on the Kulu River, your trip is definitely going to be a memorable one.

This 5-day itinerary brings you through the exotic twin cities of Borneo-Kota Kinabalu and Kuching city- venturing into the ancient Borneo rain forest to witness the Orangutans, time-traveling to the past in an award-winning living museum, and caving through limestone caverns. We’re also throwing in a glorious dose of sun, sand, and sea. An itinerary that boasts of stunning natural scenery, best of Borneo’s wild wonders and cultural highlights.

A memorable birding experience awaits you! Renowned as a destination for nature lovers that is decorated with exotic flora and fauna, Borneo has a total of 688 resident and migratory bird species; 60 endemic species, where 33 of these endemics are found in Sabah’s hill slopes and mountain forest. Borneo is a tropical haven with numerous bird watching locations, namely Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring in Ranau, Danum valley conservation area and Tabin Wildlife reserve in Lahad Datu, among others. Our guides and their eagle-eyes are sure to make your time in Borneo worthwhile!

Experience Mother Nature at its best and experience the hospitality of the Murut Headhunter Tribe of North Borneo. Not only is this a must-visit for Eco-travelers and the adventurous, but Orou Sapulut is also a community project to assist in generating an economic development of the Murut community in Sapulot. This tour includes various activities such as caving, jungle trekking, rock climbing, river cruises, rapid shooting, hidden waterfalls, cultural performance and much more.

The Maliau Basin has only partially been explored, leaving over 50% of the area completely untouched. Reveal the mystical Maliau Basin- one of Malaysia’s finest remaining wilderness areas. It is one of the world’s great reserves of biodiversity, with almost unbelievable genetic richness. Stay at Maliau Basin Study Center (MBSC) and experience the wonders of primary tropical forest. This is the best place in Borneo to catch a glimpse of the lost world of Borneo. This trek will take you over winding trails, often under grown with the encroaching forest, and with uneven and muddy ground underfoot. The trails will be narrow, slippery and generally up and down for most of the day.

Belum Temenggor is the largest rain forest in the Malay Peninsula. It is believed to have been in existence for over 130million years, making it one of the world’s oldest rainforests, older than both the Amazon and the Congo. In the heart of the forest lies a man-made lake covering 15,200 Hectares which are dotted with hundreds of Islands. Belum Temenggor is still relatively low key in regards to tourism, making it easy to enjoy the tranquility of the jungle and increasing your chances of spotting wild animals

This tour will take you to explore the spectacular Taman Negara and discover the wonders of the ancient rain forest. Taman Negara is the largest park in Peninsular Malaysia, reputed to be the best kept tropical rain forest, thanks to its protected status. This tour is filled with many activities such as jungle trekking, canopy walk, and night safari.

If you're an animal lover who's looking for an adventure, this program is for you! Adventure Asia features the Bako National Park, where you can see various animals in their natural surroundings. Bako is one of the best spots in Sarawak where you can experience encounters with animals like monkeys, flying lemurs, monitor lizards, and numerous bird species. Get close to nature as you explore the tropical rainforest and see the cliff, tropical swamp, and beach vegetations. Not only that, but we'll also take you to see the Sea Stack Rock Formation!

This program allows participants an up-close and personal experience with marine mammals which are on the brink of extinction. Volunteers get the chance to actively participate hands-on in turtle conservation work at Talang-Talang Besar Island and join a team of dedicated professionals in their efforts to save the turtles. The program aims to create awareness and to impart knowledge on the importance of sea turtle conservation.

Sarawak is known for its rich tropical landscape and mighty rivers, as well as a city that is named after a cat! Enjoy some tours that bring you to explore the Cat city of Sarawak. You will also have the chance to see the magnificent Orangutans, gentle primates of Southeast Asia, in the Semonggoh orangutan rehabilitation center as well as visit the amazing Mulu caves, the largest in the world.

Similar to the Mulu Pinnacles trail, only that after ascending the pinnacles we proceed to journey across the landscape by an old headhunters trail, through gentle countryside to Kuala Terikan. From here, we take a boat across river rapids to an authentic Iban longhouse for overnight. Thereafter, we depart from either Limbang airport from Brunei.

Penang proudly homes the UNESCO-listed George Town, and you'll be here to explore it! Adventure Asia is taking you to George Town, where the food scene is alive and kicking. The place is filled with food outlets that present Chinese, Malay, and Nyonya (Malay-Chinese fusion) cuisines. Unless you're an expert, it might be hard to directly compare food stalls from the greatest to the so-so ones. You'll encounter wide selections of food stalls, and it might be overwhelming on your part, so we're here to guide you on a food trail. Taste various local cuisine and specialties from up to three food outlets, and have the best foodie experience in Malaysia. On top of that, you get to learn more about the rich heritage and culture in George Town and interact with locals!

Are you ready to go on a fun-filled adventure you'll only find in Malaysia? Because we at Adventure Asia can't wait to take you on this trip as we tour around Malaysia's hidden gems: Penang and Ulu Muda. Experience the rich culture and traditional heritage of natives in George Town, the capital city of Penang. Explore sacred temples and feast with local hawker foods along the way. Ulu Muda offers a different type of escapade as Adventure Asia takes you to a haven for environment lovers at the Rainforest of Lake Muda. Build a strong connection with nature and wildlife as you hike through the jungle, walk along the rivers, take cruises, and explore limestone caves. You won't want to miss this!

We hope you’re hungry! This Penang walking tour will set your taste buds salivating as you sample the best of the city’s street food scene. Your guide is a local foodie who will ensure you’re stuffed with sweet and savory treats as you learn about the traditional Malaysian cuisine. Along the way, take in some history as you wander old city streets, passing preserved heritage sites, and stopping at famed food spots like one of Penang’s oldest Chinese coffee shops and Indian Muslim restaurants. With Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavors in its street food, there’s no better way to literally taste the cultural diversity of Penang!

This tour is one of our most popular tour packages which encompasses wildlife tours across destinations like our renowned Sukau Rain forest Lodge, Gomantong Caves and also the luxurious Borneo Rain forest Lodge. These locations are most ideal to view wildlife and the combination of these combinations will give you an even greater chance to encounter them. You’ll maximize your chances of seeing wildlife on this tour, especially the pygmy elephant, Orangutan, Proboscis Monkey, crocodiles, and the stunning Rhinoceros Horn-bill.

Getting away from the bustling and hustling life and back to the call of nature in this amazing Endau-Rompin National Park and Tioman journey. From the exciting hiking through one of the most pristine jungles, the breathtaking beauty of tropical rainforest to the camping site in the middle of stars, from the transparent crystal water, white sandy beaches to the variety of snorkeling spots, you will feel the taste of both splendid jungle and blue sea at its best!

Bako is one of the best parks in Malaysia to see wildlife and experience the rainforest via a network of trekking trails. Bako National park is one of the best places in Sarawak to see wildlife in a natural setting. Commonly spotted at Bako are the Borneo endemic probosci’s monkeys, silvered langurs (monkeys), long-tailed macaques, wild boar, monitor lizards and numerous species of birds. The park has an impressive range of forest types from mangrove to heath forest, tropical swamps vegetation, cliff vegetation, and beach vegetation. A trail network provides access to different parts, depending on the level of fitness and area of interest. The park’s spectacular coastline is dotted with small bays, coves, and beaches.

Get acquainted with the local people, history, culture and natural surroundings of Sarawak on this private tour from Kuching, including a Homestay in Annah Rais. See the Sarawak’s main sights on a tour by comfortable surrey bike, learn about the region’s rehabilitated animals at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre and admire unique Malaysian artifacts at the Sarawak Museum. Enjoy an intimate overnight stay at a traditional village longhouse, where you’ll learn local customs from a host family and enjoy a home-cooked dinner and breakfast.