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Discover Borneo and the Malaysian Peninsula’s incredible natural and cultural diversity.
Those on the group flights generally land in Sandakan early afternoon and from here are taken to nearby Sepilok. Passengers who are making their own way can arrive at Sepilok anytime today. There will be an initial group briefing with your leader later this afternoon. There should be the opportunity for an optional night walk this evening (please ask your leader upon arrival) before dinner. If there is no time this evening we may be able to do the night walk tomorrow evening.Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort or Similar
Set up in 1964, the Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary is set within 43 square kms of primary forest. It is the largest Orang-utan sanctuary in the world and aims to rehabilitate and release orphaned and captured Orang-utans into the wild. This morning we visit the informative headquarters and go see the Orang-utans at feeding time.In the afternoon, we will visit the Rainforest Discovery Centre with its impressive canopy walkway offering great views over the Sepilok Reserve. This is a great place to see birds, including hornbills and the Borneo bristlehead, and during fruiting season we may spot the odd Orang-utan along the way.There is an option to return to the Orang-utan Sanctuary for the second feeding session in the afternoon (return transfer costs not included) as well as the nearby Sunbear Conservation Centre. Your leader will discuss this option with your leader in advance for those who wish to do this.Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort or similar
Our first stop this morning is the bizarre Gomantong Caves. These caves are a major source of swiftlet bird nests that are a Chinese delicacy. During the season workers climb up large ladders to harvest the vulnerable nests. We continue to Borneo’s third longest river – Kinabatangan. The wildlife reserve is home to an astonishing array of wildlife including Pygmy elephants, wild Orang-utans, gibbons, Proboscis monkeys and rare birdlife. As dusk approaches we take to the river in search of some of the local fauna.Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort or similar
Up early we head out on a dawn wildlife cruise on the river in search of more wildlife. After breakfast we head out on a walk on one of the surrounding nature trails. This afternoon we will learn a bit more about local conservation efforts and contribute ourselves by taking part in tree-planting. Later we return to the river to look for crocodiles and other residents of the forest. There should be the opportunity, this evening, for an optional night walk where we may see night owls or even Western tarsiers.Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort or similar
Leaving after breakfast we make our way to Sandakan (approximately 2.5 hours drive) stopping at the Sandakan War Memorial en route. After checking in at our hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to relax, swim in the hotel pool, enjoy some local cuisine or explore the vibrant, compact streets of Sandakan.Sabah Hotel or similar
After breakfast we transfer to Sandakan Airport and bid farewell to Borneo to check in for our flight to Kuala Lumpur on the Malaysian Peninsula (please note there is a 15kg restriction but it is possible to pay for excess luggage at the airport or your leader can arrange this at the start of the tour). Upon arrival into KL, we will meet our leader for this section of the trip. We then take a 2 hour transfer to Malacca.Upon arrival at our hotel in Malacca in the afternoon, there will be time to relax and explore this historic and culturally rich city.Ibis Melaka or similar
Malacca is a well preserved colonial town boasting a mix of Portuguese, British and Dutch architecture and is a melting pot of different cultures. The quaint China Town neighbourhood is home to numerous antique shops as well as a Hindu temple, Taoist temple and a mosque, whilst Malaysia’s oldest functioning church is nearby across the canal. We explore the city by foot and by using its colourful and distinctive trishaws.This evening we go out to try some of Malacca’s local cuisine. Known as Baba Nyonya, it is a blend of Chinese, Malay and other influences and is a speciality of the town.Ibis Melaka or similar
From Malacca’s sleepy charm we head to Malaysia’s bustling capital city, Kuala Lumpur. Known as KL for short, this vibrant city shows a completely different side of the country. Upon arrival we take in some of the city’s sites including the National Palace (Istana Negara), the iconic National Monument which is dedicated to those who died in the struggle for Malaysia’s freedom during World War 2 and the Malaysian Emergency (which lasted until 1960); the modernist National Mosque and the nearby Batu Caves. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the city further, visit the Petronas Towers or go do a spot of shopping. Please note, the Petronas Towers these are closed on Mondays (day 9 of itinerary) and advanced booking online is recommended at least a week before arrival to avoid disappointment. Please see the optional excursions section of the trip notes for further details.Capitol Hotel or similar
Malaysia prides itself in its diversity and this is reflected in its capital, Kuala Lumpur (KL) with its mix of Malay, Indian and Chinese traditions and people. One of the best ways of exploring this diversity is through a food tour of city. We discover different neighbourhoods with their distinct sights, sounds, smells and, of course, delicacies.We start our journey at Masjid Jamek and learn about how city of Kuala Lumpur started. What better way to enjoy the day by sampling typical food that Malaysians enjoy at a local eatery. Wandering through the small streets of KL, uncover the cultures of the Chinese and Indian communities who came to KL to make their fame & fortune, but stayed on instead to add on another cultural dimension to the Malaysian cultural landscape. We also visit KL’s oldest Chinese and Indian temple to understand more about these communities.Our visit to Chinatown is rewarded by tasty noodles amongst the locals. After this, take a short ride on KL’s modern local transport system towards Brickfields. This is Little India for KL, and our senses will be assaulted by loud and colourful architecture, music and food as we walk through the Indian neighbourhood. We sample delicious Indian dishes served on banana leaf and seek out street vendors for snacks to end our food journey.The rest of the day is free to explore more of the city at your own pace. You can go shopping in its malls, go to one of the museums or take in the views from the KL Tower (please note some sites and museums are closed on Mondays, such as the Petronas Towers and Bridge, please see details under optional excursions in the trip notes).Capitol Hotel or similar
Today we head north by train as we make our way to Butterworth (about 4 hours). From here it’s a short transfer across the bridge to the island of Penang and the town of Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its architectural and cultural landscape. Upon arrival we have an late afternoon orientation tour before an optional dinner at one of the many street-food markets.Royal Chulan Hotel or similar
This morning we explore more of Malaysia’s diversity on a walking city tour to discover Penang street art, food, culture & heritage. Georgetown, Penang is a UNESCO Cultural Heritage-listed city famed for its cultural sights and natural scenery. Explore on foot to see the city’s well-preserved colonial structures, ornate temples, and colourful street art. Penang is also well-known for its amazing culinary scene. We end our walking with a visit to Khoo Clan House and Museum.Afterwards, then have free time to explore further on your own. Perhaps go up to the top of Penang Hill or the Botanical Gardens or take a stroll down to the Eastern and Oriental Hotel which has been perfectly restored to its past grandeur. The perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea or gin and tonic.Royal Chulan Hotel or similar
This morning is free for you to do some last exploration before we take an afternoon transfer to the airport for a short flight from Penang to the island of Langkawi. (Please note there is a 15kg restriction on checked luggage but it is possible to pay for excess luggage at the airport or your leader can help arrange this at the start of your trip). Officially known as ‘Langkawi, the jewel of Kedah’, it is actually an archipelago of almost 100 tropical islands surrounded by the turquoise Andaman Sea with pristine beaches and jungles. After checking in to our hotel, there will be time to relax and enjoy the area at leisure..Tropical Resort Langkawi or similar
Today is a free day to relax on the beach or partake in one of the various optional activities on offer. These options include going on a mangrove tour, kayaking, and exploring the island by bike or taking the cable car.This evening we will enjoy a group farewell dinner (included) on our final evening in this tropical paradise.Tropical Resort Langkawi or similar
For land only passengers, the trip ends after breakfast today in Langkawi. Passengers on the group flight will be taken to the airport in time for their flight, normally late afternoon.
14 days land only/ 16 days flight inclusiveTravel by minibus, boat and
domestic flights13 nights hotels, lodges and resorts
13 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 4 Dinners are included.You should allow about
USD 200-300 for food not included. If you fancy a few drinks then you may
want to bring a little more for beer and other alcoholic drinks as you can
expect to pay near western prices.Most meals will be basic, based around rice
and noodles, although most accommodation does offer a western breakfast of
beans, toast and eggs. In the bigger hotels and cities the full range of
Western and local foods are available. You can generally avoid the spicier
food if you wish.In Kuala Lumpur, there is a food tour providing an
opportunity to experience the country’s diverse culinary
heritage.Vegetarians can be catered for but please be aware that choice may
be limited outside the main cities. Please inform the Exodus office before
departure of any special dietary requests.Please note that in Borneo the
availability of certain products is minimal or non-existent, for example
wheat or dairy-free, please be prepared for this and you may need to bring
these from home.
14 days land only/ 16 days flight inclusiveTravel by minibus, boat and
domestic flights13 nights hotels, lodges and resorts
This trip is rated as Activity Level 1- LeisurelyMalaysia has a tropical
climate which means that it can be quite hot and humid year-round. Due to the
wide range of geographical zones visited there is no best time to visit and
different parts of the country will be going through dry or wet seasons at
different times of year. Though even if a region is going through its wet
season, it normally gets a mixture of rain and sun. We go on several
leisurely walks in Borneo, including along canopy walkways in Sepilok, and,
in particular, to a viewpoint in Kinabatangan. Whilst these are not
challenging, the trails can be muddy. We travel by minibus, motorised canoe,
train, and 2 internal flights as we make our way from one of place to another
and within regions. Most drives are relatively short, with the longest being
around 5-6 hours but most are under 3 hours. The train ride from Kuala Lumpur
to Butterworth is 4 hours.
Hotels, Lodges & Resorts13 nights comfortable hotels, lodges and resorts.We use a combination of
standard and comfortable hotels and lodges/resorts on this trip. All
properties are generally picked for their location and may, in some area, be
the only option. They are all, however, well maintained.Please be advised
that the accommodation listed in each location on the day to day itinerary
are the standard hotels used. However, there may be some departures where
groups stay at similar hotels of the same standard and quality.In Langkawi,
our hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and direct access to Tengah Beach (a
more peaceful alternative to Cenang Beach). Rooms here are equipped with
ceiling fans and air-conditioning. If you would like to extend your time on
the beach in Langkawi there is the option to stay in the hotel we use on tour
or upgrade to a 4-star property (Ombak Villa Langkawi). Please ask our sales
team for more details.Single supplements are available (on request). Please
advise the sales team at the time of booking if you would like to request a
single supplement.
This trip covers two very distinct parts of Malaysia, the Malayan Peninsula
and Borneo. Depending on scheduling and the availability of leaders, we use
either two separate leaders for each section or a single leader for the
entire trip in order to provide the best leaders for your trip. If using two
leaders, the first leader will meet the group in Sandakan and the second
leader in Kuala Lumpur.
13 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 4 Dinners are included.You should allow about
USD 200-300 for food not included. If you fancy a few drinks then you may
want to bring a little more for beer and other alcoholic drinks as you can
expect to pay near western prices.Most meals will be basic, based around rice
and noodles, although most accommodation does offer a western breakfast of
beans, toast and eggs. In the bigger hotels and cities the full range of
Western and local foods are available. You can generally avoid the spicier
food if you wish.In Kuala Lumpur, there is a food tour providing an
opportunity to experience the country’s diverse culinary
heritage.Vegetarians can be catered for but please be aware that choice may
be limited outside the main cities. Please inform the Exodus office before
departure of any special dietary requests.Please note that in Borneo the
availability of certain products is minimal or non-existent, for example
wheat or dairy-free, please be prepared for this and you may need to bring
these from home.
We use a variety of transport on this trip including minibuses, river-boats,
an electric train, and 2 internal flights (from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur
and from Penang to Langkawi) and even rickshaws.
Travelling flight inclusive from London: 16 DaysThe group flight from London
is an overnight flight departing the day before Day 1 of the
itinerary.Flights from LondonWe normally use the scheduled services of
Malaysian Airlines (depending on availability). As flight timings and
schedules change regularly we recommend you call one of our
specialist sales staff or your agent to confirm up‐to‐date timings.
Please note timings may change at a later date and cannot be
confirmed until approximately two weeks before departure.Internal flights
during the trip are normally with Malaysian Airlines.Travelling land only:
14 days starting in Sepilok and ending in LangkawiYour trip normally starts
at our accommodation in Sepilok in the afternoon of Day 1 of the itinerary.
Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the Final Joining
Instructions ‐sent approximately two weeks before departure.
Airport transfers are included for those on the group flights. Please note
that transfers are not included for clients arriving on any other flight,
even if Exodus has booked it.If you require airport transfers, you may (by
prior arrangement only) be able to join the group transfer. Transfers are
arranged to coincide with the arrival time of the group flight - please check
the group flight details 2 weeks before departure. If you do not take this
transfer, or miss it, you must make your own way to the joining point at your
own expense
Malaysia generally has a tropical climate which is fairly standard year
round. Different parts of the country experience wet and dry seasons at
different times of the year and you can expect to have sunshine and rain at
any time. In the lowlands, temperatures tend to vary from lows of 20’C to
highs of 30’C, whilst the highlands generally have lows of 15’C with
highs of 25’C. Temperatures can get very cold on top of Mt. Kinabalu where
it can even freeze at night.
Casual clothes. As it is generally hot and humid, light cotton clothing is
recommended for most of the trip, though it is a good idea to bring a fleece
for some evenings.Please note that Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country
so modest dress is required on this trip when visiting holy sites such as the
National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur (i.e. legs, shoulders and upper arms to be
covered as well as a headscarf for women).Reasonable walking shoes are
advisable for the jungle areas as we may be on trails which can get a bit
muddy (even if only short trails). A torch (flash-light) may also come in
handy.Due to the different seasons in different parts of the country you can
expect sunshine and rain so please be prepared with rain protection as well
as sun protection.Please bring layers/fleece or sweater for the train journey
(air-conditioned) to PenangInsect repellent will be particularly useful
during the Borneo section of the trip, though you’ll probably also need it
for the peninsula section.Please note that the domestic flights from Kota
Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur and Penang to Langkawi have a weight restriction of
15kgs but it is possible to pay a supplement for additional luggage once
your trip commences. If you would like to pay for additional luggage for the
internal flights please speak to your group leader on day 1 who can arrange
this in advance – you will then need to pay in cash to your group leader.
Alternatively you can purchase additional luggage when checking in at the
airports before each domestic flight. Please ensure you take note of your
baggage weight when you board your flight from home so you will know if
purchasing additional luggage for the internal flights will be required
during the trip.As advice about luggage allowances for both hand and hold
luggage is subject to change, we suggest you check the airline's website for
the latest information prior to your departure.
Malaysia is not as cheap as many other countries in S. E. Asia and you can
expect to spend between 150-220 GBP (200 and 300 US dollars) on meals not
included. In addition to this, alcoholic drinks prices are similar to
Western Europe. There are some souvenirs and t‐shirts available throughout
the trip and there is good shopping in Kuala Lumpur.Optional
Excursions Please note, all prices listed below are 'prices from' and are
subject to change.Sandakan (only available if arriving in Sandakan pre‐tour
as notime is spent here once the tour has started)Agnes Keith House ‐ MYR
15 (entrance fee only)St Michaels and All Angels Church ‐ entrance freePuu
Jih Shih Chinese Temple ‐ entrance freeFire Flies/Mangrove Cruise/Fishing
Village Tour (Dinner) 300 MYRSepilokNight Walk Rainforest Discovery Centre-
30 MYR (Entrance fee- min 2 pax)Bornean Sunbear Conservation Centre ‐ 31.80
MYRRainforest Discovery Centre ‐ 15 MYRLabuk Bay Proboscis monkey sanctuary
‐ 100 MYR (entrance & return transfer from Sepilok only)Return transfers
for additional optional visit from Sepilok accommodation to the Rainforest
Discovery Centre or Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary 30- 42 MYRMalaccaRiverboat
Trip ‐ 30 MYRBaba Nonya Heritage Museum ‐ 16 MYR-Tours only available
at10am ‐ 1:00pm (last morning tour 12 noon) 2pm ‐ 5:00pm (lastevening
tour 4pm)Menara Taming Sari (360 degree viewing tower) 25 MYRStraits Chinese
Jewellery Museum ‐ 15 MYRKuala LumpurSky bridge Petronas towers 85
MYRPlease note, on this tour, you will only have Sunday afternoon (Day 8) to
visit Petronas Bridge and Tower as on Mondays (day 9) it is closed.Due to
popularity, please book and pay online in advance due to limited slots if you
are interested in visiting this site during your free afternoon. Recommended
time to visit is from 5pm – 7pm on day 8 of the
tour. https://www.petronastwintowers.com.myKL tower 105 MYRBatu caves ‐
the cost of the train from KL Sentral station is 2 MYReach way. The train
from Sentral Station to Batu Caves stationtakes about 25mins. The caves are
right by the station.KLCC Aquaria 65‐75 MYRKL bird Park 63 MYRIslamic arts
Museum Malaysia 14 MYRPenangCooking class 240 MYRBlue mansion 17 MYR (Tours
are only available DAILY at 11:00am, 2:00pm and 3.30pm)Funicular Railway ‐
80 MYREastern Oriental hotel (restored colonial hotel, entrance free and a
great place for a G&T)LangkawiCycling trip 140 MYRMangrove Kayaking trip 240
MYRMangrove boat trip 170 MYRNight walk 140 MYRLangkawi sky bridge 6
MYRLangkawi cable car (entrance fee) 85 MYR
Tipping has become customary in Malaysia but is, of course, entirely at your
own discretion.The trip is divided into two parts, the Malayan Peninsula
section and the Borneo section and we have separate tour leaders for both
sections. A recommended amount for tipping the leaders is GBP 2/USD 3 per
person per day. This comes to about GBP 18/USD 25 per person for each of the
two leaders.The tour leader will collect local currency to contribute to a
'tipping kitty' which will be used to tip local guides and staff so you don't
need to worry about it. This is not compulsory but just aimed at making it
easier for you. Each leader will collect per person approx. 30 MYR (GBP 5/
USD 8) in Sandakan for the Borneo portion of the tour, and 65 MYR (GBP 11/USD
15) in Kuala Lumpur for the Malaysian Peninsula portion for this purpose.
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