Borneo Escorted Tours & Holidays

So much included

From start to finish, each Distant Journeys Borneo tour is meticulously planned. As you would expect from a touring holiday, we include return international flights from the UK on award-winning scheduled airlines, with all your onboard meals and drinks included. Breakfast is included each day, in addition to many other meals and unique dining experiences.

All your touring holiday essentials are included, such as overseas transport in modern air-conditioned coaches, hotel porterage for your luggage, all pre-payable airport and resort taxes, and all the entrance fees to the many incredible places and monuments you will visit. What’s more, to help you make the most of your time, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable local Tour Manager throughout your journey.

Our escorted tours of Borneo include:

• Return economy class flights with Malaysian Airlines from London Heathrow
• Airport transfers overseas
• Superior hotels, with great locations
• Daily breakfast, six lunches and four dinners included
• Experienced local tour managers and drivers
• Incredible excursions
• All pre-payable airport taxes
• All hotel porterage
• ATOL protection for your holiday
• Our Price Promise

Freedom & Flexibility

Here at Distant Journeys, we think we’ve found the perfect balance of freedom and flexibility that your escorted tour of Borneo needs.

What would you like to do?

On an escorted tour of Borneo, we think it’s important to enjoy all the iconic sights and lesser-known gems, but to also have the flexibility to enjoy experiences that really interest you. We build in Freedom Days on our itineraries, allowing you to do just that.

Would you like to explore further?

Extend your Very Best of Borneo adventure with a three-night stay at one of Borneo’s incredible beaches. Choose from Kota Kinabalu Beach, or head to the tropical paradise of Gaya Island situated on the hillside of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Or, make the most of your journey home with a homebound stopover in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia.

Special Offer

Save £200 per person on tours departing from September 2026, when you book by 30th November 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is there a time difference?

  Borneo (Malaysia) GMT +8 hrs.

• What is the currency?

  Malaysian Ringgit

• What will the weather be like?

  Borneo is hot and humid year round, remaining fairly consistently between 30 and 35 degrees. Our tours travel between March and June, and September and October, when there is least rainfall, although there is always a chance of a short downpour.

  We recommend checking up-to-date weather forecasts before you travel.

• What clothing should I take to Borneo (Malaysia)?

  Dress for our tours is generally relaxed and informal during the day, dressing to suit the weather conditions and the activity you are undertaking. It’s likely there will be occasions when exploring you’ll be walking on uneven surfaces, so we recommend sturdy and comfortable walking shoes. Wearing layers of clothing means it’s much easier to deal with potentially varied weather conditions and it’s always advisable to carry a waterproof. Any included evening dinners are also informal, with smart casual dress being the norm. We would also recommend taking good insect repellent, a high factor sun-screen lotion and a hat for protection from the sun. Local people in Borneo generally adopt a conservative standard of dress and we suggest dressing modestly.

• How much should I tip in Borneo (Malaysia)?

  Unlike the UK, tipping is very much a way of life in most Asian countries and we have included a number of gratuities into your tour. Tipping for your Tour Manager, local guides and drivers are not included.

  Tipping is always discretionary, however if you are happy with the service provided, we would suggest the following amounts.

  UK Tour Manager
  £3.00 – £5.00 per person per day

  Local Tour Manager
  $5.00 – $7.00 USD per person per day

  Borneo Local Guide
  $4.00 USD per person per day

  Driver
  $2.00 USD per person per day

  In restaurants and bars, a 10% service charge is usually included in the bill. However, an additional $1 or $2 tip is appreciated if you enjoyed the service.

• What are the entry requirements for Borneo (Malaysia)?

  The following information on entry requirements, passports and visas is for British citizens only. Holders of a British Subject passport, non-British citizens and holders of a passport endorsed in any way should check immigration requirements with the relevant embassy or consulate of the country to be visited, as should clients with dual nationality or renounced citizenship.

• Do I need to renew my passport?

  A valid ten-year British passport is required for all holidays, valid for a minimum of 6 months after your return date to the UK. If you are not currently in possession of a valid passport, please make sure you leave plenty of time before your holiday to apply for this document. Our recommendation is that you should apply at least three months before your holiday.

• Will I need a visa to enter Borneo (Malaysia)?

  No, but you must complete a Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) up to three days before your arrival in Malaysia using the following link: Malaysia Digital Arrival Card – MDAC. You will need to show your MDAC registration and your passport at the immigration desk on arrival.

  For more information on passport information and entry requirements please visit the Government Passport Office website www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports and the Foreign Office website: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

  Please note entry requirements may change and it is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of all necessary travel, passport, visa and other entry requirements before departure. All costs incurred in obtaining such documentation must be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to obtain and carry all required documentation.

• Do i need to have any vaccinations?

  Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide and may change at any time. You should take health advice from your GP or local travel clinic about your specific needs as early as possible and ensure that vaccinations or preventative measures are taken early enough (which may be a month or more prior to departure) to be fully effective by the date of travel.

  We also suggest referring to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) website, https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice  and the NHS Travel Vaccinations website, https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/