travel to malaysian borneo: walk through rainforests see in the wild orangutans and proboscis monkeys
- PLUS Much More, This is all available with Jodi's JUNGLE JAUNTS, TOURS & Adventures

The Jewel of Borneo
MALAYSIA
Travel to Malaysian Borneo

Jungle Jaunts is recommended by BRADT'S TRAVEL GUIDE ON BORNEO

 For additional information concerning the following specials or any other trips.. please e-mail or call Jodi directly. Travel before 31 March to save $$.

 PRICES FROZEN UNTIL 31 March 2010.

 

Sign Up Now for our all-inclusive

12 Day Photographic Safari in July-August 2010.
WILDLIFE & NATIVES

priced from $956. per person based on twin share.





 

    SINGLES  SPECIALS:  
IBAN  LONGHOUSE Tour & WILDLIFE  RESERVE Tour
*2 all-inclusive tours
Available upon short notice..book both or only 1!

LEMANAK RIVER LONGHOUSE VISIT (3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS) 
   Kuching – Lemanak River (L,D)
Pick up from hotel 0845-9000hrs - Depart by air-conditioned van for Lemanak river (4 hours). Journey through rural Sarawak, passing pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantation, rice fields and oil palm groves. A few stops will be made along the way. Visit the colorful native market in Serian town where a variety of jungle produce such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots and unusual tropical fruit are on display. Visit a pepper garden and stop by to view wild orchids and several species of pitcher plants. Lunch en route. A native longboat awaits you at the river for an hour boat journey through tropical rain forest to reach the longhouse, home of the Iban tribe. Relax on the ruai (common verandah) and spend time with the Iban people. Learn about their culture and enjoy some local rice wine. Overnight stay.
   Lemanak River Longhouse (B,L,D)
Full day of activities around the longhouse and in the jungle. The programme for this day is flexible. You can discuss and get advice from your guide
about the possibilities  which include jungle trekking or following the locals in their farming activities. Overnight stay. 
    Lemanak River – Kuching  (B, L)
After breakfast, witness a cockfighting and blowpipe demonstration. Depart down river by longboat then continue by van.
Lunch en route. Proceed to Kuching and drop off at your Hotel.  

BAKO  NATIONAL PARK (2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT) 
   Kuching - Bako National Park (L,D)
At 0830hrs - Meet for 35 minute drive to the jetty followed by a 25-minute boat ride to the park. Bako is one of the best places in Sarawak to see wildlife in a natural surrounding. The various types of animals that are commonly spotted at Bako include the proboscis monkeys - a primate to be found only in Borneo, silver leaf monkeys, long tail macaques, wild boars, monitor lizards and numerous species of birds. Tropical rainforest ranges from mangrove to kerangas (heath forest), tropical swamp vegetation, cliff vegetation and beach vegetation. There are several hiking trails inside the park depending on level of fitness and interest. These range from 1 hour to all-day treks. Overnight at park lodge.
 Note:This single accommodation is subject to availability at time of booking..please contact us as soon as possible to confirm availability.
     Return to Kuching (B,L)
Following breakfast, one last hike to the mangrove forest for bird watching and to search for proboscis monkeys. Return to Kuching in the early afternoon (Schedule may depend on tide) then drop off at hotel. 
*included:

All road & river transfers, meals & lodging, tours & guide as described.
*Not included:
3 nights at local hotel of your choice in Kuching..ranging from $25.per night and up.
Optional Tours before or after.

 

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and
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JOIN EXCITING PROGRAMS IN BALI with another partner
BALI DREAMS & INTUITION
Many other Balinese workshops offeredd throughout the year.


Special Offer for workshop participants..  add on a
4 Day Wildlife River Safari in Borneo
See orangutans, proboscis monkeys, turtles, unusual birds and much more!
 Enjoy discounts on both programs if booked together!

   


      LAST CHANCE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE
         UNBELIEVABLE PRICES             

2 Great Deals for travel completed prior to 31 March 2010.
Borneo Wildlife Tour/Sabah: 10 Days
This package is similar to the 9 day tour, with
One additional day/night at Turtle Island
 
Travel before 31 March 2010.
Currently $1885.pp
all-inclusive* - expires March 31, 2010
  Price increases to $2166.+ on April 1st!
Group limited to 10, so please reserve early.
*Excludes Airfare approx. $190.pp

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Borneo Wildlife Intensive: 20 Days
Program allows flexibility to cut time short if needed!
Save over $1000. pp!! Travel by 31 March 2010.
Current price $1800.pp
all-inclusive* - expires March 31, 2010
Travel in 2010 at '09 Prices! 

Group limited to 10, so please reserve early.

*Excludes Airfare approx. $300.pp 

 

See "Tour Packages" page for our 
Luxurious New Platinum Level Tours

 Stay in Luxury while you explore
Kuala Lumpur, Kuching & Brunei.
Combine

Awesome Beach Resorts
with our
Wildlife River Safari

Contact Jodi for spectacular island resort hideaways not listed!

 

SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS:
Jungle Jaunts can also customize tours designed around or including your special interests.
Textiles & art, cultural activities of various ethnic groups, rest & recreation!

EDUCATION
Parts of Borneo have progressed rapidly from an agricultural based economy to a fully industrialized one in a very short time.  Key to this rapid progression is the education of the local population. See first hand how the present educational system has been effective in giving opportunity at all levels of society. Compare those schools in town areas with those deep in the rainforest. Meet the teachers, the policy makers and the students themselves.
BOTANICAL TOUR OF BORNEO
Borneo is acknowledged to contain some of the richest and most diverse fauna in the world. 
Well known for its extensive rainforest.  Borneo also supports complete eco-systems on the flanks of its highest peaks.
This tour will allow you to experience first hand this great diversity and meet with those that have spent the greater part of their lives studying it.

 ORCHIDS AND NEPENTHES OF BORNEO
Borneo is known for its great bio-diversity and home to many rare and unique species of plants. One of the most fascinating plant species are the orchid family with its incredible blooms, the other being the carnivorous pitcher plants. These plants are to be found in abundance in Borneo and this  field and study trip takes you into the areas where these rare and unique species grow. Also, you will be guided by the experts on these plants. Along the way take in the highlights of this fabled island.

See TOUR PACKAGES page for other options & UPDATED PDF TOUR DESCRIPTIONS & prices. Special arrangements can be made for solo travelers to join existing groups. Groups  of 3 or more qualify for further discounts. Groups limited to maximum of 8-10 persons for most tours. Prices based on double occupancy. Single Supplement for private room.
These are just a few samples....Many other destinations available, including caving, rafting, snorkeling & scuba diving...and of course..... luxurious beach resorts featuring spas, wildlife, marine life or golfing.
 
 The Ground Handler for all JUNGLE JAUNTS' tours is BORNEO ADVENTURE
leaders in sustainable tourism in Malaysia.
At no additional cost to you!
By booking through Jodi you will receive the best of both worlds:
Top-notch care while in Borneo & personal advice before your trip.
Jodi will customize your itinerary and give you advice on anything you want to know!
She helps bridge the gap between West and East.
  You will benefit from tips based on her personal experiences and input from her local friends. 
When
time and schedules permit, her local friends are sometimes available
to provide a personal touch to your trip!!
testimonial from Borneo Adventure

Travel to Malaysian Borneo, jungle adventures, rainforests, orangutans, proboscis monkeys and much more... all available with JUNGLE JAUNTS - call or email Jodi today to start your adventure. 

Jodi's Jungle Adventures & Jungle Jaunts - Malaysian Travel Specialists - E. 38th Street, New York, NY 212 537 6298