Sukau Rainforest Lodge has always been the premier lodging within Sabah’s Kinabatangan River Wildlife Sanctuary, hosting David Attenborough and his BBC team in 2011 and designated a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World in 2015.
The resident orangutan, who leisurely took us on a tour of the grounds for almost 2 hours, swinging from tree to tree doing his foraging , at times coming as close as 10 meters from us.
Located in the heart of Borneo, Sukau Rainforest Lodge is an eco-lodge unlike any other. It stands as a testament to the remarkable beauty of the natural world. Surrounded by lush rainforests and abundant wildlife, it offers an immersive experience where travellers can truly connect with nature.
Along Borneo’s Kinabatangan River, the needs of wildlife, tourists, palm oil farmers and Indigenous communities might seem irreconcilable. Yet new conservation efforts might benefit all parties.
Sukau Rainforest Lodge is a perfect example of ecotourism done right – for impact, rather than just for show. It was one of the first lodges in Sabah to be designed on ecotourism principles. Since its opening in 1995, it’s been leading the way for ecotourism in Borneo.
The Best Wildlife Safari in Borneo – A 3 Day Trip with Borneo Eco Tours When you stay in the same place that Sir David Attenborough stayed, you know you’re on the best wildlife safari in Borneo. And when your accommodation is on National Geographic’s list of Unique Lodges of the World ...
The third largest island in the world, Borneo is known for its pristine rainforests, incredible wildlife, and traditional cultures. Staff member Coral Keegan experienced all of this—and much more—on an 11-day adventure with National Geographic Expeditions. We asked her to share some highlights from the trip ...
When I decided to visit Borneo, I must admit I didn’t know much about this huge and unique island. I’ve always had this dream of seeing the orangutans in the wild, and when I read my friend’s article about how the palm oil industry is (not so slowly) destroying these beautiful animals’ habitat ...
The world’s third largest island, Borneo is split between Malaysia’s Sabah and Sawawak regions, Brunei in the north, and Indonesia’s Kalimantan region, which accounts for 73% of the island. Home to one of the world’s oldest rainforests, Borneo offers an incredible destination to visit with wildlife-rich rainforest, beautiful scenery, delicious cuisine, and a diversity of cultures. Here are the top 9 Borneo Eco Tours to make the most of your experience.
In our recent episode of adventures, we got the chance to venture into the beautiful Sukau Rainforest Lodge located along the banks of the Kinabatangan River. The Kinabatangan River, the second longest river in Malaysia, is a waterway that stretches to about 560 kilometres across Sabah with an ...