The Ultimate Adventure Through Wild Borneo

I really enjoyed this trip but it wasn’t my favourite by MBA.

I liked the packed itinerary; we had the best guide (Estee ❤️) and a wildlife tracking guide Mel; I absolutely loved the homestay on a reservoir and staying by the beach at the turtle conservation centre. The food was generally great, especially at the homestay. I appreciated very much water being provided. I loved a walk through the food market and some sampling.

While I loved simple accommodation at homestay and by the beach, I didn’t like the “retreat” hotel or the last “resort” with damp rooms. My expectation was for a nice place at the end so perhaps you need to state clearly that the accommodation will be very basic throughout.

The final reason for the 4 stars rather than 5 is that I felt that the MBA mark-up on the local services, accommodation and food felt considerable. It is an expensive trip.

If you are travelling from the UK, I would recommend an extra night or two in KL or Singapore to acclimatise.

We had an amazing time!

Our main guides, Estee and Laura, were with us throughout and made sure everything ran smoothly and then local guides joined us for hikes etc to impart their specialist knowledge.

Each day was packed with different activities, some more strenuous than others - there was a good balance.

…. and then we were in Borneo which is simply beautiful - jungle, beach, caves, the sea, the sky, the wildlife, the people. We stayed in some amazing locations and the sheer variety of experiences will stay with me forever.

Love Borneo 💚🇲🇾

My first adventure trip in 20 years with MBA was everything I had hoped for and much much more. The experience felt authentic, and our team leader Estee was brilliant in every way. I can’t wait for the next one.

This was such a fantastic trip, incredible wildlife, delicious food and fantastic guides. A special mention must to go to Estee our main guide, she was amazing and really made our trip so special.

What an awesome trip in Borneo last wk, highly recommended with so much to take in, from places to fantastic food made by the people at the different places we stayed at, a much welcoming team to look after you

Recommended.

The whole trip was fab, from our guide helping pick up local ingredients in markets and taking us to delicious local food joints, to the nature and wildlife which was incredible. Highlights were perhaps some of the unexpected experiences, from bats in caves, frogs and moths to orangutans and crocodiles. The camps were all magical experiences but where else in the world can you boat to your accommodation, sleep outside (with shelter) hatch and release turtles and swim in paradise. Brilliant from start to finish! Very active, very sweaty but truly epic!

A fabulous 10 days in a beautiful country. So much to see and do, The whole trip ran seamlessly, fantastic food, wonderful company and some questionable accommodation that made the trip so much more authentic and enjoyable. Special shout out to Lister who without doubt was the best guide ever!

We knew what we signed up for, a challenging adventure in Borneo. Yes, the humidity was intense, the tropics are hot, even the sea is Luke warm but the team from MBA had us covered. From advice on menu selection to the challenge of traversing tough terrain in the tropics. Always there with the right gear/support at the right time, from the first meet at hotel lobby to being dropped off at the departure terminal. If you are adamant about an alcoholic beverage, remember that some of the accommodation is based on religious practices and you might not be catered for, though pretty sure your guide will be able to find a solution with sufficient warning.

Brilliant trip! Brilliant guides! Brilliant food! Brilliant organisation!

Such an amazing trip - diverse in environment, activity and intensity! The humidity made short hikes challenging, as did the rainforests’ vines that were equal part assistance and obstacle at times. Lister, the guide, was outstanding. His planning and logistical eye for detail paid off, and he is such a lively fella with a great sense of humour. He was always listening to our chats and he made tweaks to the arrangements to ensure that everything went smoothly - he is an absolute gem! This trip gave more than I expected - with the stand out highlight being the turtle hatchery, where we not only witnessed babies hatching and being released back into the ocean, but also spent several hours watching a turtle nesting on the beach at night… a truly amazing experience!

Really some once in a lifetime experiences on this trip. We were very lucky to see lots of incredible wildlife, including orangutans, turtles, Irrawaddy dolphins, crocodiles and proboscis monkeys (among others). Our guide, Lister, was so thoughtful and fun and made the whole trip very easy for us. He made sure everything went very smoothly and couldn't have done a better job. The local guides for the activities were also brilliant and very knowledgeable. It was a great trip and organised very efficiently, and we did some things I would have struggled to organise alone I think. I would definitely recommend and only wish I'd stayed longer!

This was a fabulous trip. Borneo is an amazing place with beautiful people. We really enjoyed the diversity of the activities, the scenery and the wildlife.

In terms of advice to others, we probably came a bit over-prepared with long pants for the jungle, we really only needed one pair. The mossies were fine with insent repellant and we didn't see a single leech!

The trip was extremely well organised. Our guide, Lister, always made sure we were thoroughly briefed and knew what we were doing, he was attentive to our needs and altered things along the way without needing to be asked to give us an even better experience. We will definitely be recommending Much Better Adventures and Borneo to all our kiwi friends!

I recently had an incredible holiday on “The Ultimate Adventure Through Wild Borneo”, and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of extraordinary - perfect for anyone with a passion for nature, wildlife and off-the-beaten-path exploration. The itinerary is thoughtfully crafted to showcase Borneos rich biodiversity and was physically engaging. The guide we had was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, passionate, and invested in making our experience the most enjoyable and comfortable possible. Additionally accommodations were a delightful mix of rustic and comfortable, always immersed in nature and totally unique. If you’re looking for a holiday that is just as enriching as it is exhilarating, this tour is unmissable!

This was phenomenal! So many unforgettable places and experiences. The guides Kelvin and Easy were great but just knowledgeable about just nice people and had a great laugh with them. I cannot recommend this enough

Overall I thought this trip was great.

Our guide Farhah , was amazing from the moment she greeted me at the airport to the moment we were saying emotional goodbyes. She was so patient and encouraging with the group. The other guides, assistants and hosts were also amazing (shout out to Alex).

The itinerary was thoughtful and varied, with a bunch of different activities, amazing scenery, wildlife and some good food and culture.

I think it was a good level of intensity but pretty tough at times with a packed itinerary and with the heat and humidity adding to the challenge. Some in the group found it too tough at times, but everyone tried so hard and I was proud of what some others achieved.

An excellent window to Borneo's flora & fauna. Thoroughly enjoyed the variety of activities offered in this trip. Faraha and her team worked really hard to make this itinerary run smoothly. The group gelled very well and enjoyed most of the activities together. However there needs to be some change in the itinerary to give a pause to constant packing, unpacking and laundry ! Majority of accommodations were vary basic. The trip notes don't give clarity about how basic these places and toilet facilities are. We (wrongly!)expected slightly more variety in the vegetarian food available at various places, given Malaysia's tropical location.

Oh wow! Hot, humid and hectic but at the same time exciting, adventurous and pushing personal boundaries and confidence. Saw great wildlife, scenery and culture all within the security of a great group of people with an amazing guide. Thank you.

What a trip! This is a truly authentic taste of the wild side of Borneo and something not to be missed! The trip gives you absolutely everything from hiking and biking, to swimming and rafting! Delilah our host was absolutely amazing and made us feel so welcomed and well looked after. The treks are definitely hot and sweaty but not too far in distance and totally worth it in the end with all the amazing wildlife and scenery. The local guides were so knowledgeable and passionate about their amazing work and our whole group really felt like we’d been part of something special. Every meal was absolutely delicious and really authentic in terms of traditional Malaysian food. The Home Stays and the National Park nights are definitely off the beaten track and it felt like you had come off the tourist trail to experience something truly unique. We were so lucky to see Orangutangs and baby Turtles being released into the wild which for me was a once in a lifetime experience! I’d fully recommend to anyone wanting to experience something totally different who is up for a bit of a wild adventure!

This a great trip to see the people, culture and wildlife of Borneo.

Amazing trip around Sarawak. Varied anct and accommodation over the trip makes for a whole variety of experiences. The animals are the highlight with the monkeys, bearded pigs, orangutans and particularly the turtles being the highlight.

This was an excellently organised trip - Kelvin worked so hard to ensure everything went smoothly from our activities to our meals. He ensured everyone was happy and comfortable with everything and made the trip with his cheeky sense of humour and big smiles. The trip was tiring at times due to the activities but this made it all the more enjoyable because you found you really made the most of each day and were ready to fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle each night.

Hell yea

Blown away by my Borneo adventure - I have warned my friends that will be a Borneo bore for weeks after this!! I had high hopes for this Much Better Adventure, yet it exceeded all my expectations. The schedule was strenuous in the heat & humidity of jungle Borneo, but our tour coordinator Kelvin made sure we were all coping and hydrated and able to take rest breaks if needed. Kelvin was fantastic at every turn: organised, proactive, flexible, amiable and inexhaustibly cheerful! All equipment for the adventures (bikes/helmets/kayaks/lifejackets) was of a high standard and safety gear (helmets/life jackets) were insisted upon, which is great. The expert guides for jungle treks and kayaking were consistently incredibly knowledgable, I learnt so much from them! Homestay hosts were fantastic and great cooks too - delicious & delectable fresh picked local produce served up in banana leaves in the jungle was unexpected and appreciated by all of us on the trip. Staying in the longhouse, we were treated to a performance of traditional music and dance, and invited to participate - what a hoot, loved it! Rafting was not on our scheduled itinerary, but the opportunity to loan our hostess’ bamboo raft and jaunt around the lake in the evening sun after a long hike was such a joy! We saw a huge range of rare species of animals & plants in their natural habitats - this the reason I went to Borneo. Orangutans, silver leaf monkeys, proboscis monkeys, Bornean bearer pigs, Sarawak black monkeys, Paradise tree snake, green viper, tarantulas, carnivorous plants.

All amazing, totally thrilling! A huge Thank You to MBA and all its agents who made this such a memorable adventure.

I literally can’t find a single fault with this epic adventure. Kelvin was the best host we could possibly imagine the whole trip ran so smoothly it was like he was one of us. All the tour guides were top quality. The itinerary was so professionally put together. The places we slept at were all so different we felt like we had a proper experience of what Borneo has to offer. All the food was absolutely top notch and some fantastic surprises. I have a big appetite and never once went hungry. Honestly it was the best trip ever and so much better than I ever anticipated. Thank you so much to JC, Kelvin and the whole team!

Such an amazing experience! I never thought I’d survive sleeping in a rainforest since I’m terrified of bugs but it’s 100% doable. This trip was definitely off the beaten path, in most places, we were the only ones staying in that location. It was nice to be away from technology and people, we had our own little bubble away from reality. The scenery and wildlife is so beautiful, falling asleep to the sounds of the rainforest is quite an experience. It certainly felt like a bucket list

A great introduction to the hiking trails of Sarawak's national parks. Experiencing the jungle during the night walks was a highlight of our trip, the amount of wildlife that appears after dark is astonishing. Nothing compares to watching the sunset on an empty beach, surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. Our thanks go to Farhah and her team of guides, who made our trip so memorable.