Explore Borneo: Kuching, Mulu Caves & Kinabatangan River
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
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About This Tour
A 10-day journey through Borneo's history, culture, and wildlife — Kuching's colonial riverfront and an Iban longhouse near Batang Ai, the cave systems of Gunung Mulu National Park, and three nights of wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River. A cross-Borneo route spanning both Malaysian states — 3 nights in Sarawak (Kuching and Batang Ai) and 6 nights in Sabah (Mulu National Park, Kota Kinabalu, and the Kinabatangan River), linked by domestic flights.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Kuching International Airport, where the trip begins.
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Day 1 — Kuching
Private airport transfer and a city tour of the Sarawak Museum, the marketplace, the State Mosque, a Chinese temple, and a pontoon river cruise past the Astana palace.
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Day 2 — Batang Ai Longhouse
A 225km drive through the countryside, stopping at the Serian farmers' market and pepper gardens, then a longboat ride to a traditional Iban longhouse for cultural demonstrations.
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Day 3 — Return to Kuching
A return transfer to Kuching, with lunch along the way.
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Day 4 — Mulu National Park
A domestic flight to Mulu, then a 3km plank walk through the rainforest to Deer Cave and Lang Cave, with their stalagmites, stalactites, and evening bat exodus.
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Day 5 — Mulu's Caves & Rivers
A longboat cruise to a Penan settlement, Wind Cave, and Clearwater Cave, with the chance to swim inside.
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Day 6 — Kota Kinabalu
A domestic flight and hotel transfer, with a free day to explore Signal Hill or Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park.
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Day 7 — Kinabalu National Park
A visit to the UNESCO-listed park, home to over 4,500 identified species, with time in the Mountain Garden and an optional Via Ferrata climb.
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Day 8 — Sepilok & the Kinabatangan River
A flight to Sandakan, then transfers to the Sepilok Orangutan Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre before a boat transfer to the Kinabatangan River for an evening wildlife cruise.
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Day 9 — Kinabatangan River
An early wildlife cruise, then a boat transfer upriver to Sukau village for an afternoon cruise on the Menanggul River.
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Day 10 — Departure
A final morning wildlife cruise, then the boat back to Sandakan and an airport transfer.
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Departure
The trip ends on the Kinabatangan River with a transfer to Sandakan Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — your own vehicle, guides, and boats throughout, customizable with a local expert.
3 of the 9 nights are in Sarawak — Kuching and the Batang Ai longhouse — before a domestic flight to Mulu National Park begins 6 nights in Sabah, continuing on to Kota Kinabalu, Sepilok, and the Kinabatangan River.
No — this route covers Mulu's cave systems (Deer Cave, Lang Cave, Wind Cave, and Clearwater Cave) and river cruises, not the multi-day Pinnacles trek.
Three — Kuching to Mulu, Mulu to Kota Kinabalu, and Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan — each one included and arranged for you.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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