Deep in the heart of Borneo’s rainforest is Danum Valley. It is here where nature is at its most pristine. Danum Valley sits miles away from human habitats. The rainforest is home to the rare Sumatran rhino, monkeys, orangutan, elephants, and over 275 species of birds.

General Travel Information for Borneo

Borneo is a tropical paradise, a land of exotic pleasures, an ecosystem filled with natural treasures, and a surprisingly diverse culture. The climate is sunny and tropical with temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees daily. The rainy season runs from November to February, but visitors should expect rain at any time. Luckily, the tropical showers do not last very long when they do come.

Visiting Danum Valley

The Danum Valley is the only place in the world where one can see orangutan and proboscis monkey in the wild. It is also the home for endangered or extremely rare species of animals, including the Benteng elephant, the clouded leopard, the bornean gibbon, and the leaf monkey.

A favorite destination for tourists visiting the Danum Valley is the Borneo Rainforest Lodge. The lodge and resort was designed by naturalists. The lodge sits on stilts using traditional timber materials. The lodge provides all the comforts of a three-star hotel, but is small, with a limit of only sixty guests. This ensures that each guest has a unique and individualized stay in the jungle. Visitors to the Borneo Rainforest Lodge will experience a primeval rainforest surviving in a modern conservationist society. The lodge offers activities such as jungle walks, bird watching, canopy walkways, that allow visitors to view the rainforest from the treetops, and night safaris.

Tourists to the Danum Valley will want to take advantage of one of the many guided tours available. Tours are usually three to four days long. They include all types of activities, including safari treks, jungle walks, visits to ancient burial grounds, bird watching, and hikes along the waterfalls and streams. Some tours are particularly geared for “night spotting,” where many of the activities take place at night, giving the tourists an opportunity to see the nocturnal wildlife in action.