Untamed Borneo

Untamed Borneo

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$3100

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating adventure with the "Untamed Borneo" tour, a captivating cycling journey through the heart of Malaysia's Sabah region. Starting and ending in Kota Kinabalu, this active tour takes you from the bustling city to the serene wilderness of the Tabin Wildlife Reserve, where you'll experience thrilling jeep and night safaris. Pedal through lush palm oil plantations, explore mineral-rich mud volcanoes, and enjoy the tranquility of cascading waterfalls. Cruise the Kinabatangan River, visit renowned orangutan and proboscis monkey sanctuaries, and cycle through the picturesque highlands of Ranau. Discover the organic tea estates and the breathtaking views of Mount Kinabalu, Southeast Asia's tallest peak. Conclude your journey with a relaxing day at Pantai Dalit Beach, soaking in the sun and savoring the coastal beauty. This tour promises an unforgettable blend of adventure, wildlife encounters, and cultural experiences in the enchanting landscapes of Borneo. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah, as the starting point of the tour.

  • Cycling journey through Sabah's east coast, including a visit to Tabin Wildlife Reserve.

  • Exploring a mineral-rich mud volcano and a cascading waterfall in the jungle.

  • Cruising down the Kinabatangan River to spot long-nosed monkeys and other wildlife.

  • Visiting a world-renowned orangutan rehabilitation center.

  • Exploring the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.

  • Cycling amidst terraced tea fields in the highlands of Ranau.

  • Visiting Poring for its thermal hot springs and rainforest canopy walkway.

Itinerary

What's Included

  • Airport Transfer

    The tour includes a pick-up from the airport and transfer to the tour hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Wildlife Safari

    The tour includes an afternoon jeep safari at Tabin Wildlife Reserve.

  • Herbal Foot Soak and Mud Facial

    Enjoy a complimentary herbal foot soak and mud facial during the tour.

  • Night Safari

    The tour includes a night safari for a chance to spot nocturnal wildlife.

  • River Cruise

    Enjoy a cruise down the Kinabatangan River to spot wildlife along the banks.

  • Orangutan Rehabilitation Center Visit

    Visit a world-renowned orangutan rehabilitation center to see these endangered primates.

  • Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary Visit

    Visit the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary to see proboscis monkeys up close.

  • Sabah Organic Tea Factory Tour

    Participate in a tour of the Sabah organic tea factory.

  • Thermal Hot Springs and Rainforest Canopy Walkway

    Spend the afternoon in Poring, known for its thermal hot springs and rainforest canopy walkway.

What's Not Included

Bike HireBike hire is not included and costs US$ 260 for a mountain bike.

Bike Hire

Mountain Bike: US$ 260

Single Supplement

US$ 560

Mode of Transport

The tour includes airport pickup in Kota Kinabalu and a flight to Sabah’s east coast. Cycling is the primary mode of transport, with transfers to various locations such as Bilit and Telupid.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the starting and ending point of the Untamed Borneo tour?

    The tour starts and ends in Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Sabah.

  • What activities are included on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to the tour hotel in Kota Kinabalu. In the evening, there will be a trip meeting followed by a welcome dinner.

  • What wildlife experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a jeep safari at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, a night safari to spot nocturnal wildlife, a cruise on the Kinabatangan River to see long-nosed monkeys, and visits to an orangutan rehabilitation center and the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.

  • What unique experiences are offered on the third day of the tour?

    On the third day, you will visit a mineral-rich mud volcano and a cascading waterfall, enjoy a complimentary herbal foot soak and mud facial, and embark on a night safari.

  • What is the highlight of the seventh day of the tour?

    The highlight of the seventh day is cycling along trails of an infamous WW2 death march and amidst terraced tea fields in the highlands of Ranau, where you will spend the night at an organic tea estate.

  • What can participants expect on the final day of the tour?

    On the final day, participants will be transferred to Kota Kinabalu Airport or have the option to stay and discover more of Borneo.

  • Is there an opportunity to relax during the tour?

    Yes, on the tenth day, after the final 25 km ride, the afternoon is at leisure to relax at Pantai Dalit Beach, take a dip in the resort pool, or enjoy a massage.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

  • Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?

    There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.

  • Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?

    SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.

  • Do you have E-Bikes?

    Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.

  • What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?

    Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.

  • Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?

    In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.

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Sunday - Wednesday

Mar 30, 2025 - Apr 09, 2025
$3100 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.

    At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Untamed Borneo

11 Days Starting and ending in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Visiting: Kota Kinabalu, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Kinabatangan River, Sepilok, Labuk Bay, Ranau, Poring, Kundasang, Pantai Dalit Beach ...more ...less

Tour operator:

SpiceRoads Cycling

Tour code:

MYS-UBO

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

Min age:18

Activities:

Cycling, Walking

From: $3100 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 18-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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