Dream Trip: City Fun, Nature and Wildlife on Borneo, from Europe in comfort!

You live in one of Europe’s big cities and would love to get away to see some unspoiled nature and exotic wildlife! You want to have a comfortable trip without breaking the bank – no problem: You will fly to Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, and on to Sarawak province on the island of Borneo to see some fantastic wildlife in unspoiled nature!

Dream Itinerary Sample
Traveler: 2 people
Starting from: London/Paris/Frankfurt
Experience: Citylife, Nature & Wildlife Retreat
Trip Duration: 10 days
Region: Asia
Comfort Level: comfort
Budget for Air fare and Hotels for two people: $1,550-$1,650

You start with economy flights to Kuala Lumpur, a great transportation hub with many inexpensive air fares to reach as well as around Asia. You check into the Aloft Hotel Sentral, with easy access to the airport and public transport around Kuala Lumpur. aloft KL4After exploring the exotic Batu Caves kl-batucave3outside town and the colonial history around Merdaka Square, you are ready for your trip to Kuching, Sarawak, on Borneo: It’s easy to reach and easy on your wallet, but offers amazing wildlife in the national parks all around Kuching. You can reach all of them with public transport or on inexpensive tours and there are lots of eating and shopping options that are just as inexpensive, making Southern Borneo a great low-cost destination that has lots to offer!Kuching offers a number of upscale hotels, like the Hilton Kuching or pullman Kuching at budget prices and you check in for 6 nights to discover all that Sarawak has to offer!! Hilton BedYou start with a walk of Kuching, a city with character, enjoy the promenade along the river and, if you are interested in the history of the city, check out the Sarawak Museum
Kuching River nightYour wildlife exploration starts with the Semenggoh Wildlife Center to see Orang Utans up close and personal. They share more than 97% of our DNA – and you can see quickly yourself as you observe them and they observe you!
Semenggoh5Bako National Park is next on your list, reached quickly by bus and boat, yet far removed from city life. With a little luck, you’ll see proboscis monkeys or silver leaf monkeys – or even a snake from a safe distance. After hiking through the park, you’ll get a break on the beach before heading back to Kuching.
You get a slightly different perspective on the local wildlife with a Kuching Wetlands cruise. You have a chance to see rare dolphins, crocodiles, monkeys or, at nightfall, fireflies! It’s very relaxing to see wildlife from the comforts of your boat!
Bako Proboscis3Between all those activities, you’ll enjoy the comforts and amenities of the Hilton hotel, including the pool, fitness center and spa! Depending how much time you want to relax between these wildlife trips, you might have time for a tour to see the indigenous longhouse communities – whole villages of people live and work in a single house – a unique and interesting way of life!
kl-petronas-towerWhen it is time to head home, you have another two-night stop in Kuala Lumpur and check into the upscale Doubletree Kuala Lumpur, close to the iconic Petronas Towers and plenty of shopping before you fly home!

Doubletree Kuala Lumpur

Doubletree Kuala Lumpur

Does this sound like a trip you’d love to take? Follow the links provided in this Dream Itinerary to find more information and plan your own trip! Or check out Travel Made Easy Services to find out how I can help you with your very own, personalized dream trip!


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