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Sabah’s longest river is home to an impressive array of wildlife and is a real highlight of any trip to Borneo.
A small boat will navigate you through the peaceful jungle backwaters and smaller river tributaries.
Along the banks, thick green rainforest provides a home for macaques, monitor lizards, elephants and, most famously, the proboscis monkey, with his unique colouring, large nose and harem of wives. Late afternoon is a great time to watch the monkeys as they jump from one side of the bank to the other in front of your boat.
The river is also a paradise for birdwatchers with a huge variety of species, including rhinoceros hornbills, crested serpent eagles and blue-banded kingfishers.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Kinabatangan River
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Kinabatangan River, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Kinabatangan River
- Sepilok 26 miles away
- Sandakan 27 miles away
- Deramakot Forest Reserve 36 miles away
- Garama Wetlands 43 miles away
- Danum Valley 48 miles away
- Tabin Wildlife Reserve 60 miles away
- Maliau Basin 72 miles away
- Kinabalu National Park 101 miles away
- Mount Kinabalu 101 miles away
- Kota Kinabalu 128 miles away
- Gaya Island 135 miles away
- Manukan Island 136 miles away
- Brunei 208 miles away
- Mulu National Park 230 miles away
- Miri, Niah Caves & Lambir Hills National Park 283 miles away
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Our expert guides to exploring Kinabatangan River
Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Kinabatangan River, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Kinabatangan River at its best.
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Kinabatangan river cruises ![Boat trip on the Kinabatangan River, Malaysian Borneo]()
Kinabatangan river cruises
Kinabatangan river cruises
A Kinabatangan river cruise is a real highlight of any Audley tailor-made trip to Borneo. You will have a good opportunity of seeing some of the best wildlife in Southeast Asia.
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What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide ![Proboscis monkeys, Sandakan, Borneo]()
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
This guide features recommendations for things to do in Borneo. It focuses on the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, which offer a lot of variety in a smaller radius than Indonesian Borneo.
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Borneo family holidays ![Baby Orangutan at the sanctuary]()
Borneo family holidays
Borneo family holidays
Borneo specialist Sophie explains why Malaysian Borneo is a great family holiday destination. She recommends engaging ways to spot wildlife, experience tribal cultures and have jungle adventures.
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Honeymoons in Borneo ![Lankayan Island, Malaysian Borneo]()
Honeymoons in Borneo
Honeymoons in Borneo
Plan your perfect honeymoon to Borneo with Audley. Discover some of the best properties, places and wildlife on offer and how we can make your honeymoon in Borneo extra special.
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Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia? ![Baby orangutan at the Sanctuary]()
Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?
Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?
Although Borneo is the place to see orangutans in the wild, its political separation as part Malaysia, part Indonesia does leave you with choices for where to plan your orangutan-spotting trip. Our expert Sophie helps you decide: Indonesian or Malaysian Borneo?
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Accommodation choices for Kinabatangan River
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Kinabatangan River. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
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Responsible ChoiceWe've hand-selected a range of tours and stays across the world that go above and beyond to be a force for good by supporting local businesses, educating staff, challenging local norms, or promoting conservation and biodiversity efforts. Your Responsible Choice helps increase the positive impact of your trip.Sukau Rainforest Lodge
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Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort
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Abai Jungle Lodge
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Ideas for experiencing Kinabatangan River
Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Kinabatangan River, and which use the best local guides.
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The Kinabatangan River ![Proboscis monkey, Malaysian Borneo]()
The Kinabatangan River
The Kinabatangan River
Guests will journey up one of the smaller tributaries of the Kinabatangan River such as the Menangle River. Wildlife abounds in this part of Borneo, and you may see chattering monkeys and many species of birds.
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