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Gaya Island Holiday Extension

Home Icon 3-night Gaya Island holiday extension from only £995pp

Situated off the coast of Kota Kinabalu, Pulau Gaya is the largest of five islands that make up the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. The island became a forest reserve in 1923 and Sabah’s second National Park in 1974. Today it is a tropical paradise and the ideal place for a relaxing escape.

This holiday extension is available to add to the end of our Very Best of Borneo tour.

Day 1

Gaya Island, 3 nights

Borneo - Gaya Island Extension Day 1

We bid a fond farewell to friends we have made over the last few weeks on our Borneo adventure and head to the coast for our short speedboat transfer to beautiful Palau Gaya. Our chosen hotel is the Gaya Island Resort, nestled in the tranquil bay of Malohom and surrounded by lush rainforest, mangroves and pristine coral reefs. Our accommodation is in elegantly-designed hillside villas, offering breathtaking views of the mangrove forests, tropical rainforest or South China Sea. Settle in and enjoy the tranquillity of your environment.

Included meals:

Breakfast

Day 2

Freedom Day

Borneo - Gaya Island Extension Day 2

A Freedom Day to choose how you spend your day. Gaya Island Resort is dedicated to marine conservation through its on-site Marine Centre, which focusses on turtle rescue, coral reef restoration and educational programmes. Explore the resort’s protected coral reefs, relax on the pristine beaches, or embark on nature treks through the rainforest.

Included meals:

Breakfast

Day 3

Freedom Day

Borneo - Gaya Island Extension Day 3

Another day in paradise. Our resort offers a number of optional activities and excursions for those who wish to explore further afield, or learn more about the hotel’s conservation projects. Or maybe it’s just a day of relaxation? Enjoy a dip in the ocean-view swimming pool, treat yourself to a treatment at the hotel’s spa, or venture to the pristine sandy beaches. Enjoy your day.

Included meals:

Breakfast

Day 4

Depart Borneo

Borneo - Gaya Island Extension Day 4

Our time on Pulau Gaya has come to an end and today we make the short journey back to the mainland and Kota Kinabalu Airport to begin our journey home to the UK.

Included meals:

Breakfast

Gaya Island – Departure dates & prices

To help you make your holiday to Borneo even more memorable, we want to give you the opportunity to extend your Very Best of Borneo tour tour with a fabulous 3-night Gaya Island extension.

 Departure date Room Type Price (pp)
 2025/2026
 All Dates Villa From £995
 All Dates Kinabalu Villa From £1,095

Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.

Single occupancy supplement: From £395

Minimum numbers: A minimum of 2 guests from the tour is required for this extension. If only one passenger is taking the extension a higher single supplement may be applicable.

Visa information: N/A

Important information: Prices are subject to availability. The correct price will always be confirmed before you book, and once you have booked, our Price Promise will guarantee there will be no further increases. For full Booking Conditions see our Booking Conditions page.

So much included

At Distant Journeys, we offer a leisurely and flexible extension to your tour of Borneo, with three nights accommodation, daily breakfast and all transfers included.

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  • Hotel porterage
  • Applicable hotel taxes

Many meals

  • Daily Breakfasts

On the ground

  • All overseas transfers

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Gaya Island Resort, Gaya Island

Nestled in the tranquil Malohom Bay within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, Gaya Island Resort is surrounded by lush rainforest, mangroves and pristine coral reefs. The resort offers stunning views of Mount Kinabalu and an eco-experience that pairs perfectly… Find out more >
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This is a new extension with the inaugural departure in late 2025. This page will be updated with reviews as soon as our returning customers are contacted by the independent reviews company Feefo.

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