Wildlife holidays When it comes to wildlife experiences in Asia, it’s impossible not to think of Borneo.There are more plants and animals in Borneo than in Europe and North America put together, making it one of the best places in the world to immerse yourself in the mind-boggling diversity of nature. But it’s not the only wildlife hotspot in Asia. In fact, the region is home to nearly 15 percent of the world's tropical forests, so there are plenty of amazing nature-based experiences to be discovered here. We've collected some of our favourites below. These span bonding with elephants in Thailand, checking camera traps and salt licks in the rainforests of Laos, and joining in with conservation efforts in the threatened wilderness of Cambodia’s Botum Sakor National Park. What they all have in common is a strong focus on environmental conservation, community-based tourism and animal welfare, so you can be certain that your visit will make a positive impact on the places, people and animals you visit. Our top itineraries for wildlife loversA selection of itineraries focussing on wildlife and conservation Thailand Fully customisable Wild Thailand Family AdventureThis family trip has it all: tropical beaches, jungle adventure, hands-on culture and (best of all) elephants. Borneo Fully customisable Sabah SojournIf Sarawak is Malaysian Borneo’s cultural heart, Sabah is its wild side – with deep, dark swathes of rainforest unmarred by development, and rich reserves of wildlife waiting to be discovered. Borneo Fully customisable Borneo UncoveredIf you’re going to Borneo, you might as well dive in at the deep end. That’s the philosophy behind this trip, which passes up Borneo’s better-known destinations in favour of the truly wild and remote. Multi-country Fully customisable Borneo & Malaysia DiscoveryRainforests, skyscrapers, mountains and heritage towns. Add wildlife encounters, food tours and street art for an all-encompassing trip to Malaysia and Borneo. Borneo Fully customisable Best of BorneoSabah contains geological wonders, wildlife sanctuaries, and rainforests yet to be explored by man; Sarawak adds indigneous longhouse stays, street-food culture, and eccentric colonial history. Laos Fully customisable Treetops, Mountains & ElephantsLaos is a living, breathing adventure playground waiting to be discovered – a land of rivers, jungles and hidden caves. We can’t think of anywhere better for a family holiday with a difference. Thailand Fully customisable Trails of Northern ThailandChallenging but oh-so-rewarding, this one’s all about spectacular nature, minority culture, and getting out on the trail. Cambodia Fully customisable Wild CambodiaTake a walk on Cambodia’s wild side in this journey to remote wildlife sanctuaries and vital conservation projects. Top destinations for nature buffsOur favourite places to appreciate Asia’s spectacular wildlife Borneo SepilokSepilok isn’t just the best place in North Borneo to see orangutans – it's one of the island’s premier conservation destinations, with exemplary projects doing fantastic work. Borneo Kinabatangan RiverStay in an eco-lodge on the banks of Sabah’s longest river, where elephants, macaques and gibbons forage in the dense riverside foliage, and frogmouths, nightjars and hornbills wheel overhead. Laos Nam Et-Phou Louey National Protected AreaA visit to Laos is all about the wild and untamed beauty of the mountains – and it doesn’t get much wilder and more untamed than this. Covering nearly 6,000 square kilometres, Nam Et-Phou Louey provides a haven for endangered animals. Cambodia Kulen Promtep Wildlife SanctuaryCovering most of Preah Vihear Province in the remote northern plains, Kulen Promtep is a haven for rare birds, and one of the few remaining places to see the endangered giant ibis — Cambodia’s national bird. Cambodia MondulkiriA visit to Mondulkiri is about feeling as far away from civilisation as it’s possible to be, sleeping in rainforest huts surrounded by the hoots of yellow-cheeked crested gibbons and trekking through jungle to meet rescued elephants. Borneo Danum ValleyDanum Valley is one of the few places in the world that has never been settled, logged, hunted or otherwise interfered with by humans. Hidden in its untouched forests, wildlife thrives – from the world’s tallest tropical tree to the highest concentration of orangutans anywhere in the world. Borneo Tabin Wildlife ReserveCovering an area twice the size of Singapore, come to Tabin for mud volcanoes, jungle trekking, an orangutan release centre, and the chance to spot over 300 types of exotic bird – from the bronzed drongo to the blue-crowned hanging parrot. Cambodia Phnom Tnout Wildlife SanctuaryForget jostling with sharp-elbowed crowds to get that perfect sunrise snap of Angkor Wat. What if you could explore 800-year-old cave temples with only silver langur, barking deer and pileated gibbons for company? Laos SayabouryHome to the largest elephant population in Laos – as well as a stellar conservation project working to ensure their survival – remote Sayaboury is one of our favourite places to get up close and personal with these gentle giants. Cambodia KratieA tatty yet alluring colonial town on the Mekong River, not far from the Laos border, Kratie is one of a handful of places left in the world to spot the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphin. Malaysia Taman Negara National ParkHome to sun bears, elephants, Malayan tigers and clouded leopards, Taman Negara is amongst the oldest primary rainforest in the world. Explore its tangled depths on a treetop-skimming canopy walk, whitewater raft, or challenging mountain hike. Wildlife-themed experiencesOur best guided tours and excursions for experiencing Asia’s wildlife Nam Et-Phou Louey National Protected Area • Laos Nam Et-Phou Louey trekIf you want a real adventure (and we’re talking the old-fashioned kind, complete with creepy crawlies, strenuous exercise, and lots of sweat) this one’s for you. Taman Negara National Park • Malaysia Discover the rainforests of Taman NegaraThis two-night tour barely scratches the surface of this 4,000 sq km, 130 million-year-old rainforest – but it’s an excellent place to start. Mondulkiri • Cambodia Walking with elephants in MondulkiriGargantuan and yet surprisingly sensitive, an elephant can crack a peanut shell without breaking the seed and react to the touch of a feather on their leathery hides. Jaipur • India Elephant poo paper makingLearn how to recycle elephant poo into eco-friendly paper. Banding Island • Malaysia Belum Rainforest explorationYou can’t just pitch up at a rainforest and head off on your own. That’d be silly. You need a really fantastic tour with an expert nature guide – and that’s exactly what this is. Kuching • Borneo Semenggoh Orangutan SanctuaryJust south of Kuching, the Semenggoh Wildlife Reserve has provided a sanctuary for rescued orangutans since 1975. Gaya Island • Borneo Gaya Island marine sportsBorneo is a firm contender for top marine destination on the planet, and there are few natural environments more magical than the coral reefs around Gaya Island. Tabin Wildlife Reserve • Borneo Trekking in Tabin Wildlife ReserveMalaysia’s largest wildlife reserve covers well over 1,000 sq km in the far east of Borneo yet is home to just one wildlife resort. Nam Et-Phou Louey National Protected Area • Laos Nam Nern night safariBy night, the jungle comes alive with the hoots, squawks, screeches and chirps of a whole new cast of characters. Sepilok • Borneo Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Insider visit with Dr WongNamed after the crescent-shaped patch of fur on its chest, the sun bear is the world‘s smallest bear. Sepilok • Borneo Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation CentreEstablished in 1964, this sanctuary (the first of its kind in Borneo) rescues baby orangutans orphaned by logging or the illegal pet trade and rehabilitates them so that they can be released back into the wild. Wayanad • India Muddy Boots activitiesThrow yourself into the lush scenery of Wayanad on an adventure tour. 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