Luxury Borneo Explorer: Kinabalu, Kinabatangan River & Danum Valley
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
12 Days / 11 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide
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About This Tour
A 12-day Sabah journey from the colonial charm of Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu National Park, wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River, and two days deep in the primeval rainforest of Danum Valley. A Sabah-based route with six nights in Kota Kinabalu across three separate stays bookending trips to Kinabalu National Park, Sepilok, the Kinabatangan River, and Danum Valley.
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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 Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
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Day 1 — Kota Kinabalu
Private airport transfer and leisure time exploring the coastal city.
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Day 2 — Kinabalu National Park
A transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed park, with time in the Mountain Garden and the option of the hot springs.
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Day 3 — Heritage Village & City Highlights
Return to Kota Kinabalu for an afternoon Heritage Village Tour taking in the state museum, landmarks, a handicraft market, and the water villages.
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Day 4 — Tip of Borneo
A day trip to the Tip of Borneo, including a Rungus longhouse and gong-making village, at Malaysia's northernmost cape.
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Day 5 — Sepilok
A domestic flight to Sandakan to visit the Sepilok Orangutan Centre and its rehabilitation and sun bear conservation programs, then a boat transfer to the Kinabatangan River.
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Day 6 — The Kinabatangan River
Wildlife-spotting river cruises and a trip to an oxbow lake, with leisure time at the riverside lodge.
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Day 7 — Danum Valley
A transfer via Gomantong Caves into Danum Valley, with an afternoon jungle and treetop safari and an optional night safari.
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Day 8 — Danum Valley in Depth
A guided walk to a Kadazan-Dusun burial cliff and natural pool, with leisure time and optional spa treatments back at the lodge.
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Day 9 — Return to Kota Kinabalu
A transfer to Lahad Datu airport, a domestic flight back to Kota Kinabalu, and a hotel transfer.
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Day 10 — North Borneo Sunset Cruise
A sunset dinner cruise with buffet dinner and live entertainment along the North Borneo coast.
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Day 11 — Leisure in Kota Kinabalu
A second free day for independent exploration.
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Day 12 — Departure
A private transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your departure flight.
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Departure
The trip ends in Kota Kinabalu with a transfer to Kota Kinabalu International 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 and driver throughout, customizable with a local expert.
Two full days, including a treetop safari, an optional night safari, and a guided walk to a Kadazan-Dusun burial cliff — one of Borneo's most pristine and least-visited rainforest reserves.
Yes — the route is based in Kota Kinabalu for six of the eleven nights, with excursions out to Kinabalu National Park, Sepilok, the Kinabatangan River, and Danum Valley in between.
Yes — additional experiences can be added if there's something your group would really love to include.
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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