Borneo Rainforest Lodge (Danum Valley)
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Borneo Rainforest Lodge is an award-winning 5 star jungle lodge in the heart of Danum Valley, offering nature enthusiasts the chance to explore an area of pristine primary rainforest without compromising on comfort. Choose from a range of of incredibly well appointed rooms, from the more simple Jungle Chalets with superb jungle views all the way up to stunning Premium Villas, more information on room options is provided below.
Activities are included in your stay and range from shorter walks on the in-house nature trail to long hikes to coffin cliff and beyond. Enjoy breathtaking views of the rainforest from the canopy walkway as well as a night walk and night drive in search of nocturnal wildlife. The lodge is designed to have a minimal impact on this pristine conservation area and caters for a maximum of 70 guests at a time, for this reason advance reservations are essential. |
Travel tip: Aim to stay at Borneo Rainforest Lodge between November and February, you won't have to book as far in advance and may benefit from an off-peak discount too!
Itineraries
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Day 1
Your adventure will start with pick up from Lahad Datu hotels or airport at 9 - 9.15am (suitable for AirBorneo flights MY3012 & MY3014), followed by a brief stop at Borneo Rainforest Lodge office in Lahad Datu for registration. Transfer a further 30 minutes to W Bay Payang for breakfast. From there, join a boat trip to Malaysia’s only coral reef ring and one of only two double blue rings in the world. Snorkel over the reef surrounding the blue rings before continuing to Baik Island for more snorkelling adventures, this time over a sunken Japanese cargo ship. Return to dry land for a freshwater rinse (towels provided), a relaxed seafront lunch, and some time to unwind before beginning your journey into Danum Valley. Upon arrival, settle into your room and enjoy dinner at the lodge’s stunning in-house restaurant After dinner you can join a guided night safari via electric buggy on the road nearby the lodge in search of nocturnal animals. Meals: B, L, D |
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* Guests wishing to skip the Blue Rings Reef tour may opt to transfer directly from Lahad Datu to Borneo Rainforest Lodge anytime between 10am - 3pm, subject to an additional private transfer fee (1 - 3 people RM550 per vehicle / 4 - 6 people RM700 per vehicle). Your lunch will be served at Borneo Rainforest Lodge and your afternoon will include a guided jungle walk.
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Day 2
Wake up to the sounds of the jungle and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before joining a guided trek along the coffin trail to the viewpoint and burial site - Coffin Cliff. Take a short break by the natural pool for a refreshing dip before returning for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, visit the Canopy Walkway suspended up to 27m off the ground and offering breathtaking views of the primary rainforest below. It is not uncommon to spot orang-utans, maroon langurs, hornbills or gibbons on your way to and from the canopy walkway! After an extensive dinner buffet featuring local & international specialities, a guided night walk is offered along the nature trail. Night walks in Danum Valley are especially rich in amphibians, insects, reptiles and birds. Meals: B, L, D |
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*Optional add-on: Rafting down the Danum River or cycling through the forest. Additional charges apply for rafting or cycling and this can be booked directly at the lodge (weather dependent)
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Day 3
Join an early morning jungle walk in search of wildlife most active at dawn, soak up the sounds of the rainforest from your own private balcony or take a dip in the pool overlooking the river. Check out and enjoy lunch before departing from the lodge at 12.30pm for the 2.5 hour transfer to Lahad Datu town or airport for your onward journey. Meals: B, L |
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*Recommended departure flight: Air Borneo MY3019
Guests wishing to take an earlier flight may book a private transfer anytime from 8am onwards, charges as mentioned above.
Guests wishing to take an earlier flight may book a private transfer anytime from 8am onwards, charges as mentioned above.
VIEW 4D/3N ITINERARY
Day 1
Your adventure will start with pick up from Lahad Datu hotels or airport at 9am, followed by a brief stop at Borneo Rainforest Lodge office in Lahad Datu for registration. Transfer a further 30 minutes to W Bay Payang for breakfast. From there, join a boat trip to Malaysia’s only coral reef ring and one of only two double blue rings in the world. Snorkel over the reef surrounding the blue rings before continuing to Baik Island for more snorkelling adventures, this time over a sunken Japanese cargo ship. Return to dry land for a freshwater rinse (towels provided), a relaxed seafront lunch and some time to unwind before beginning your journey into Danum Valley. Upon arrival, settle into your room and enjoy dinner at the lodge’s stunning in-house restaurant overlooking the Danum river After dinner, join a guided night safari via electric buggy on the road nearby the lodge in search of nocturnal animals. Meals: B, L, D
* Guests wishing to skip the Blue Rings Reef tour may opt to transfer directly from Lahad Datu to Borneo Rainforest Lodge anytime between 10am - 3pm, subject to an additional private transfer fee (1 - 3 people RM550 per vehicle / 4 - 6 people RM700 per vehicle). Your lunch will be served at Borneo Rainforest Lodge and your afternoon will include a guided jungle walk.
Day 2
Wake up to the sounds of the jungle and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before joining a guided trek along the coffin trail to the viewpoint and burial site - Coffin Cliff. Take a short break by the natural pool for a refreshing dip before returning for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, visit the Canopy Walkway suspended up to 27m off the ground and offering breathtaking views of the primary rainforest below. It is not uncommon to spot orang-utans, maroon langurs, hornbills or gibbons on your way to and from the canopy walkway! After an extensive dinner buffet featuring local & international specialities, a guided night walk is offered along the nature trail. Night walks in Danum Valley are especially rich in amphibians, insects, reptiles and birds. Meals: B, L, D
Day 3
Early morning wake up for a guided nature walk before breakfast. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing on your balcony or join a trek to Fairy Falls & Serpent Falls before returning to lodge for lunch. After lunch choose between a complimentary rafting session on the Danum river or enjoy a peaceful cycle surrounded by the rainforest, your guide will provide more information about the options and help you to confirm your choice during your stay. After dinner, join a guided night walk before enjoying your final night at Borneo Rainforest Lodge.
Day 4
Join an early morning jungle walk in search of wildlife most active at dawn, soak up the sounds of the rainforest from your own private balcony or take a dip in the pool overlooking the river. Check out and enjoy lunch before departing from the lodge at 12.30pm for the 2.5 hour transfer to Lahad Datu town or airport for your onward journey. Meals: B, L
Recommended departure flight: Air Borneo MY3019 to Kota Kinabalu
Guests wishing to take an earlier flight may book a private transfer anytime from 8am onwards (1 - 3 people RM550 per vehicle / 4 - 6 people RM700 per vehicle)
Your adventure will start with pick up from Lahad Datu hotels or airport at 9am, followed by a brief stop at Borneo Rainforest Lodge office in Lahad Datu for registration. Transfer a further 30 minutes to W Bay Payang for breakfast. From there, join a boat trip to Malaysia’s only coral reef ring and one of only two double blue rings in the world. Snorkel over the reef surrounding the blue rings before continuing to Baik Island for more snorkelling adventures, this time over a sunken Japanese cargo ship. Return to dry land for a freshwater rinse (towels provided), a relaxed seafront lunch and some time to unwind before beginning your journey into Danum Valley. Upon arrival, settle into your room and enjoy dinner at the lodge’s stunning in-house restaurant overlooking the Danum river After dinner, join a guided night safari via electric buggy on the road nearby the lodge in search of nocturnal animals. Meals: B, L, D
* Guests wishing to skip the Blue Rings Reef tour may opt to transfer directly from Lahad Datu to Borneo Rainforest Lodge anytime between 10am - 3pm, subject to an additional private transfer fee (1 - 3 people RM550 per vehicle / 4 - 6 people RM700 per vehicle). Your lunch will be served at Borneo Rainforest Lodge and your afternoon will include a guided jungle walk.
Day 2
Wake up to the sounds of the jungle and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before joining a guided trek along the coffin trail to the viewpoint and burial site - Coffin Cliff. Take a short break by the natural pool for a refreshing dip before returning for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, visit the Canopy Walkway suspended up to 27m off the ground and offering breathtaking views of the primary rainforest below. It is not uncommon to spot orang-utans, maroon langurs, hornbills or gibbons on your way to and from the canopy walkway! After an extensive dinner buffet featuring local & international specialities, a guided night walk is offered along the nature trail. Night walks in Danum Valley are especially rich in amphibians, insects, reptiles and birds. Meals: B, L, D
Day 3
Early morning wake up for a guided nature walk before breakfast. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing on your balcony or join a trek to Fairy Falls & Serpent Falls before returning to lodge for lunch. After lunch choose between a complimentary rafting session on the Danum river or enjoy a peaceful cycle surrounded by the rainforest, your guide will provide more information about the options and help you to confirm your choice during your stay. After dinner, join a guided night walk before enjoying your final night at Borneo Rainforest Lodge.
Day 4
Join an early morning jungle walk in search of wildlife most active at dawn, soak up the sounds of the rainforest from your own private balcony or take a dip in the pool overlooking the river. Check out and enjoy lunch before departing from the lodge at 12.30pm for the 2.5 hour transfer to Lahad Datu town or airport for your onward journey. Meals: B, L
Recommended departure flight: Air Borneo MY3019 to Kota Kinabalu
Guests wishing to take an earlier flight may book a private transfer anytime from 8am onwards (1 - 3 people RM550 per vehicle / 4 - 6 people RM700 per vehicle)
Accommodation and pricing options
Borneo Rainforest Lodge- valid until 31st March 2027
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3Day 2Night
Single occupancy: RM8200 Double occupancy: RM5900 Triple occupancy: RM5200 4Day 3Night Single occupancy: RM11400 Double occupancy: RM8100 Triple occupancy: RM7100 *High season surcharge RM60 per night applicable from 1st March till 30th April and 15th July till 15th October. All rates quoted are per person and valid until 31st March 2027 |
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3Day 2Night
Single occupancy: RM9000 Double occupancy: RM6300 Triple occupancy: RM5500 4Day 3Night Single occupancy: RM12800 Double occupancy: RM8800 Triple occupancy: RM7500 *High season surcharge RM60 per night applicable from 1st March till 30th April and 15th July till 15th October. All rates quoted are per person and valid until 31st March 2027 |
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3Day 2Night
Single occupancy: RM12300 Double occupancy: RM8000 Triple occupancy: RM6600 4Day 3Night Single occupancy: RM17700 Double occupancy: RM11300 Triple occupancy: RM9200 *High season surcharge RM60 per night applicable from 1st March till 30th April and 15th July till 15th October. All rates quoted are per person and valid until 31st March 2027 |
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4Day 3Night- Single Story Villa
Single occupant: RM19,700 Double occupant: RM13,200 4Day 3Night- Double Story Villa Single occupant: RM21,100 Double occupant: RM13,900 *High season surcharge RM60 per night applicable from 1st March till 30th April and 15th July till 15th October. All rates quoted are per person and valid until 31st March 2027 |
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Special offer! |
Low season discounts available from 1st Nov 2026 till 28th Feb 2027
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Additional info
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Canopy walk at Borneo Rainforest Lodge
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Optional activities
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Optional activities on offer at Borneo Rainforest Lodge include thoughtfully curated spa & massage experiences, rafting through Danum Valley's lush jungle, cycling along the road in search of wildlife or joining a 4x4 safari to Bukit Atur to watch the sun rise over the misty treetops. Guests staying for a minimum of 3 nights may choose between a complimentary rafting or cycling experience, other activities are chargeable and are to be booked directly at the lodge. Optional activities are subject to weather, road and river conditions.
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On Tuesdays & Thursdays between 5pm and 6pm, guests are invited to join a complimentary cocktail hour at Hornbill's Corner, a cosy wooden bar overlooking the Danum river. Meet fellow nature enthusiasts, discuss the days sightings but don't forget to bring your binoculars as hornbills are often spotted returning to their nests across the river!
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays catch a cultural dance performance in the main restaurant at 7.30pm and 8.30pm, a great insight into Sabah's rich cultural heritage. |
All activities are subject to change without prior notice, please reconfirm times with reception upon arrival.
Lodge updates
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28th Jan 2025 - Expansion work
Expansion work is underway at Borneo Rainforest Lodge in the area adjacent to the premium villas, to include a 3-storey clubhouse and 9 additional chalets. The construction work is actively managed to avoid disturbance to guests, with work mainly taking place during the times guests are out trekking, you may however experience some noise during your stay. The new chalets are scheduled to open in late 2027. |
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12 Dec 2024 - New facilities & 5 star status
To consolidate its newly awarded 5 star status, Borneo Rainforest Lodge has introduced additional facilites for guests including a communal dip pool facing the Danum river, gym station and 2 bird hides complete with electric fans and bathrooms. Other recent additions to the lodge include a butterfly garden and an al-fresco bar. |
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Have some more time?
Join our 5D4N Jungle in Style trip on Sabah's East coast. Start at Sepilok orangutan sanctuary before making your way to Hornbill Lodge on the banks of the Kinabatangan River for 3 wildlife river cruises. From there, continue on to Borneo Rainforest Lodge for 2 nights and explore the stunning 130 million year old rainforest in Danum Valley Conservation Area. Private tours and custom itineraries are available upon request. |
Honest Pricing
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At River Junkie, we like to keep our pricing as fair, honest and transparent as possible. If you find the exact trip that we are offering for a lower price, we will either match it or beat it - this is our guarantee in providing you with honest pricing.
*Our price guarantee is for published rates only and not applicable to flash deals or last-minute promotions
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To bookEmail- [email protected]
Hotline- (+60) 01112658581 |
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