Borneo Family Adventure: Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu

Travel across Sabah on a family-focused journey that links wildlife, river, mountain and island settings. Start in Sandakan and Sepilok, then continue to the Kinabatangan River for boat trips through protected forest where wildlife is often the main focus. From there, the route moves inland to Kundasang near Mount Kinabalu, before heading to Dinawan Island for time around the coast and a guided snorkelling session with a marine biologist. The trip finishes in Kota Kinabalu after a week that combines active days with time to pause at each stop. Borneo is known for its natural landscapes, and this itinerary aims to spend as much time in them as practical. Some stays are in remote places with limited access to shops and restaurants, so comfort here is more about location than convenience. The trip also suits families with children in the usual age range for these departures. Good to know The trip leader travels with the group throughout. Accommodation style shown in the daily plan is a guide and may change if needed. Vegetarian, vegan, halal and kosher meals can be requested in advance.