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Highlights of Sabah & Mt Kinabalu

The natural splendour of Borneo’s Eastern Sabah region and towering peaks of Mt Kinabalu, all on one adventure? Where do I sign up?” Right here, friend. This incredible 11-day tour delivers ample time in Malaysia’s jungle playground (including a life-changing encounter with orangutans at a rehabilitation facility) before three days in the shadow of mighty Mt Kinabalu – the tallest peak in this part of the world – climaxing with a sunrise hike to the mountain’s peak. Prepare to be amazed.

Tour details

Tour Provider	G Adventures
Price From	$2,939
Number of Days	11
Start Location	Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
End Location	Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Age Range	Avg. 30+
Group Size	1 to 16
Tour Style	Standard
Tour Themes	Virtuoso
Physical Rating	Moderate to Challenging

Itinerary Open all

Day 1 - Kota Kinabalu

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 - Kota Kinabalu to Kota Belud

From Kota Kinabalu, travel to Tambatuon village and meet the local community. Walk to a nearby river, exploring the landscape surrounding the village along the way. Visit a local farm and gather fresh ingredients for an included dinner. Learn how to cook some local recipes with the host.

Day 3 - Kota Belud to Sungai Kinabatangan

Travel towards Sandakan and continue to the immersive jungle lodge on Kinabatangan River, Sabah's longest. After settling in, head out on a river cruise to experience the serenity of evening river life (keep your eyes peeled for birds and monkeys and crocodiles, oh my!). Enjoy dinner then opt for a guided night walk through the jungle.

Day 4 - Sungai Kinabatangan

Begin the day with a river safari to witness the morning wildlife activity. After breakfast, visit the nearby oxbow lake with a professional guide and seek out proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, macaques, and gibbons. Enjoy another river cruise for a second chance to spot more wildlife (you never know what you may see) before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Day 5 - Sungai Kinabatangan/Sepilok

Depart in the morning and travel to Sepilok - a wildlife haven. Enjoy a visit to the orangutan rehabilitation centre and the adjacent sun bear conservation centre.

Day 6 - Sepilok/Pulau Libaran

Transfer to Sandakan and continue by boat to Libaran Island, also known as Turtle Island because thousands of sea turtles return to nest each year. Take a guided tour of the island's turtle hatchery and learn about the turtle conservation program. Later, visit the local village and experience what life is like on the island. Opt to go snorkelling or kayaking with some free time.

Day 7 - Pulau Libaran/Kota Kinabalu

After breakfast, depart Libaran Island and travel back to the Sandakan jetty. From the jetty, transfer to Sandakan airport for a flight to Kota Kinabalu.

Day 8 - Kota Kinabalu/Mount Kinabalu

Travel to Mt Kinabalu. Opt to hike the nature trails, or enjoy an excursion to Poring hot springs and a canopy walk with some free time.

Day 9 - Mount Kinabalu

Head off to conquer Mt Kinabalu. During the first day's climb to Laban Rata, enjoy a packed lunch on the way. The hike can take from 5-7 hrs. Indulge in a buffet-style dinner then rest up for an early start to summit the mountain in the morning.

Day 10 - Mount Kinabalu/Kota Kinabalu

Summit Mt Kinabalu (3-5hrs) and arrive in time for sunrise. Return to Laban Rata for a rest and to the park headquarters for lunch. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.

Day 11 - Kota Kinabalu

Depart at any time.

Inclusions

Your G for Good Moment: D'Danau Homestay, Kota Belud Your G for Good Moment: Libaran Island Village Walk, Pulau Libaran Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Local Farms and Cooking Demonstration, Tambatuon Village
Morning and evening Kinabatangan River safaris
Guided oxbow lake visit and wildlife spotting (Kinabatangan)
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre visit
Turtle Island stay with turtle hatchery visit
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Visit
Mt Kinabalu hike (2 days)
Internal flight
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Departure dates

All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply

Start	End	Availability	Price NZD
02 Nov 2025	12 Nov 2025	4	$3,919
14 Dec 2025	24 Dec 2025	12	$2,939
28 Dec 2025	07 Jan 2026	5	$3,135
18 Jan 2026	28 Jan 2026	10	$3,135
15 Feb 2026	25 Feb 2026	13	$3,919
01 Mar 2026	11 Mar 2026	12	$3,919
15 Mar 2026	25 Mar 2026	7	$3,919
29 Mar 2026	08 Apr 2026	8	$3,919
05 Apr 2026	15 Apr 2026	12	$4,099
26 Apr 2026	06 May 2026	15	$4,099
10 May 2026	20 May 2026	15	$4,099
21 Jun 2026	01 Jul 2026	15	$4,339
28 Jun 2026	08 Jul 2026	15	$4,339
05 Jul 2026	15 Jul 2026	12	$4,339
12 Jul 2026	22 Jul 2026	12	$4,339
26 Jul 2026	05 Aug 2026	14	$4,339
09 Aug 2026	19 Aug 2026	15	$4,339
16 Aug 2026	26 Aug 2026	15	$4,339
30 Aug 2026	09 Sep 2026	15	$4,339
13 Sep 2026	23 Sep 2026	15	$4,099
27 Sep 2026	07 Oct 2026	13	$4,099
15 Nov 2026	25 Nov 2026	15	$3,919
13 Dec 2026	23 Dec 2026	15	$3,919
27 Dec 2026	06 Jan 2027	15	$3,919
03 Jan 2027	13 Jan 2027	15	$3,919
31 Jan 2027	10 Feb 2027	15	$3,919
14 Feb 2027	24 Feb 2027	15	$3,919
28 Feb 2027	10 Mar 2027	15	$3,919
21 Mar 2027	31 Mar 2027	15	$3,919
28 Mar 2027	07 Apr 2027	15	$3,919
04 Apr 2027	14 Apr 2027	15	$3,919
18 Apr 2027	28 Apr 2027	15	$3,919
25 Apr 2027	05 May 2027	15	$3,919
09 May 2027	19 May 2027	15	$3,919
13 Jun 2027	23 Jun 2027	15	$3,919
20 Jun 2027	30 Jun 2027	15	$3,919
27 Jun 2027	07 Jul 2027	15	$3,919
04 Jul 2027	14 Jul 2027	15	$3,919
11 Jul 2027	21 Jul 2027	15	$3,919
25 Jul 2027	04 Aug 2027	15	$3,919
08 Aug 2027	18 Aug 2027	15	$3,919
15 Aug 2027	25 Aug 2027	15	$3,919
29 Aug 2027	08 Sep 2027	15	$3,919
12 Sep 2027	22 Sep 2027	15	$3,919
10 Oct 2027	20 Oct 2027	15	$3,919
31 Oct 2027	10 Nov 2027	15	$3,919
12 Dec 2027	22 Dec 2027	15	$3,919
26 Dec 2027	05 Jan 2028	15	$3,919
02 Jan 2028	12 Jan 2028	15	$3,919
16 Jan 2028	26 Jan 2028	15	$3,919
30 Jan 2028	09 Feb 2028	15	$3,919
06 Feb 2028	16 Feb 2028	15	$3,919
13 Feb 2028	23 Feb 2028	15	$3,919
27 Feb 2028	08 Mar 2028	15	$3,919
12 Mar 2028	22 Mar 2028	15	$3,919
19 Mar 2028	29 Mar 2028	15	$3,919
26 Mar 2028	05 Apr 2028	15	$3,919
02 Apr 2028	12 Apr 2028	15	$3,919
09 Apr 2028	19 Apr 2028	15	$3,919
16 Apr 2028	26 Apr 2028	15	$3,919
23 Apr 2028	03 May 2028	15	$3,919
30 Apr 2028	10 May 2028	15	$3,919
07 May 2028	17 May 2028	15	$3,919
14 May 2028	24 May 2028	15	$3,919
21 May 2028	31 May 2028	15	$3,919
11 Jun 2028	21 Jun 2028	15	$3,919
18 Jun 2028	28 Jun 2028	15	$3,919
25 Jun 2028	05 Jul 2028	15	$3,919
02 Jul 2028	12 Jul 2028	15	$3,919
09 Jul 2028	19 Jul 2028	15	$3,919
23 Jul 2028	02 Aug 2028	15	$3,919
06 Aug 2028	16 Aug 2028	15	$3,919
13 Aug 2028	23 Aug 2028	15	$3,919
27 Aug 2028	06 Sep 2028	15	$3,919
03 Sep 2028	13 Sep 2028	15	$3,919
10 Sep 2028	20 Sep 2028	15	$3,919
24 Sep 2028	04 Oct 2028	15	$3,919
08 Oct 2028	18 Oct 2028	15	$3,919
22 Oct 2028	01 Nov 2028	15	$3,919
29 Oct 2028	08 Nov 2028	15	$3,919
12 Nov 2028	22 Nov 2028	15	$3,919
26 Nov 2028	06 Dec 2028	15	$3,919
03 Dec 2028	13 Dec 2028	15	$3,919
10 Dec 2028	20 Dec 2028	15	$3,919
24 Dec 2028	03 Jan 2029	15	$3,919