15 Wildlife Tours in Malaysia, Set Side by Side

1.Borneo Wildlife Tour 3 Days 2 Nights At Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp Kinabatangan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · from $270Our pick

Three days at a remote Kinabatangan jungle camp with boat safaris, night walks, local meals, and excellent chances to see orangutans.

“We had a great experience at the camp, staff is very friendly, helpful at any time and knows a lot about the rainforest, river and animals- we were impressed. One thing we would add is a packing list for non-experienced ones like us: long pants/sleeves, rain coat, hat, mosquito spray, binoculars, flash light.”

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2.Semenggoh Wildlife Centre Tour: Discover Sarawak’s Orangutans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $70Top rated

See rehabilitated orangutans at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre near Kuching, with hotel pickup, a scheduled feeding, and a comfortable three-hour visit.

“Great guide! Highly recommended. Very Informative and reliable. Excellent english. Good and safe driver.”

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3.Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise – Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $81

Review of the Klias Wildlife Safari from Kota Kinabalu, with proboscis monkeys, sunset, Asian buffet dinner, and fireflies.

“It was a good chance to witness the wild life of Borneo just two hours away from the city. We have seen monkeys in their natural habitat and experienced firefly show after the dark. The meal was also fine”

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4.Borneo Wildlife Tour 2 Days 1 Night At Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp Kinabatangan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $230

Spend a night at a remote Kinabatangan jungle camp with three wildlife cruises, local food, and intimate small-group access from Sandakan.

“This was a very unique and private experience, the camp was peaceful and infused with the rainforest , the guides were very accommodating and knowledgable on the animals. A must if you visiting Borneo! We were lucky to have a visit from Read more”

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5.Wildlife & Wonders: Orang Utan Island + Perak Cave Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $123

Review of Kuala Lumpur’s Orang Utan Island and Perak cave temple tour, with transport tips, costs, itinerary details, and honest advice.

“Rajan was an excellent guide not only at the two venues but also throughout the journey there and back he was very informative and made the tour even more memorable.”

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6.Sukau Rainforest Wildlife Journey & Dawn Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 11 reviews · 510 minutes - 3 days · from $107

Review of the Kinabatangan River wildlife tour in Sabah, with sunset and dawn cruises, lodge stays, transport tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.

“The place was beautiful and the river cruises were a great experience. Food was amazing! Dorm rooms were nice. 6 hours of dead space in the day but it is a good place to be. You have to pay for wifi? And anything extra is paid for, night walk or cruise, elephant cruise, tree planting is all money on top of price which we didn’t expect or budget for”

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7.Wildlife Park Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 day · from $11Best value

Review of Langkawi Wildlife Park, with covered paths, animal feeding, bird displays, practical hours, pricing, and tips for families.

“Ça vaut le détour, très belle expérience Je conseille de prendre le panier à 10RM pour nourrir certains animaux”

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8.2 Days 1 Night Bilit, Kinabatangan River Wildlife

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 8 reviews · 2 days · from $381

Spend two days on Sabah’s Kinabatangan River with wildlife cruises, lodge meals, a night walk, and chances to see elephants and monkeys.

“We had an amazing time at Bilit. The guides were very informative and spotted so much wildlife along the river to show us. We were lucky enough to see an elephant crossing the river in front of us on the morning cruise too. The food is fantastic and it is a very well organised tour - we highly recommend!”

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9.Semenggoh Wildlife Centre: Orangutan Discovery from Kuching

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $69

See semi-wild orangutans at Semenggoh from Kuching with hotel pickup, a small group, morning feeding, and practical wildlife tips.

“I confirmed as requested the day before. I was asked to be ready on the lobby at 7:45 for 8:00 am pick up. I was there. No one showed. I called the tour operator and the woman I spoke to told me she was going to check and I was going to Read more”

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10.Orangutan Island, A Responsible Wildlife Sanctuary Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $153

Review Orangutan Island near Penang, with a private host, boat ride, close viewing, conservation lessons, pricing, tips, and booking advice.

“It was a great tour - we could see the orangutangs up close. Such a special project for conservation - well run and ethical! Vejay was a great driver (very safe) and shared so much information about Penang. He made the trip so much better. We would really recommend this tour. Comfortable vehicle.”

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11.Kinabatangan River Wildlife Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 5 reviews · 6 hours · from $207

Cruise Sabah’s Kinabatangan River for monkeys, hornbills, crocodiles, lunch, and tea, with round-trip transport from Sandakan.

“Saw 3 of the big five guide very knowledgeable and great spotter. Highlight the rhinoceros hornbills. Amazing experience”

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12.Sungai Berang Wildlife & Cultural Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $62

Paddle Sungai Berang through rainforest, spot wildlife, learn traditional fishing, and enjoy a local lunch on this four-hour Malaysian tour.

“An incredible experience, let yourself be lulled by the current and set off to meet the fauna and flora of the Terrengannu region. I had the opportunity to see monkeys, buffaloes and learn a lot about the vegetation! I highly recommend this tour to travelers who want to get off the beaten track and get away from mass tourism. Little bonus: I was able to attend an Eid Al Fitr celebration with the whole village which made the day even more magical! Thanks again to the entire Jenoba outdoor team”

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13.Marvellous Creature Orangutan : Sarawak Semenggoh Wildlife Centre Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $65

Review of the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre tour from Kuching, with orangutan sightings, hotel pickup, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.

“David was the ideal guide and driver - very knowledgeable about orangutans, natural history of Borneo, and much else, and very friendly and personable to boot. The conservation project and its rangers are super, and the orangutans are superstars!”

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14.Terengganu Wildlife Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $60

Paddle Sungai Berang in a small guided group, spotting monkeys, buffalo, otters, hornbills, and kingfishers on a quiet Malaysian river.

“Wir können diesen Trip zu 100% weiterempfehlen. Wunderschöne Natur, kein Massentourismus und tolle Menschen. Wir haben bei der ca. 3,5 h Kanutour superviel gesehen(Wasserbüffel,Otter, verschiedene Affenarten, Nashornvögel) und gaRead more”

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15.3-Day Kinabatangan River Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 3 days · from $692

Review the 3-day Kinabatangan River adventure from Sandakan, with wildlife cruises, rainforest walks, lodge stays, meals, and practical tips.

“Loved the river boat trips to view wildlife. Our guide was excellent with great communication.”

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