Borneo Family Adventure

It is generally hot and humid and casual clothes are recommended, particularly in the towns and cities. Women should dress conservatively in Malaysia so as not to offend Muslim sensibilities - they are a very frienly and relaced people but vests and tight fitting clothes are not recommended. Whilst in the forest and national parks, T-shirts and shorts are best, especially for the walks. There are limited laundry facilities, so you will need to bring clothes that wash and dry easily. A swimming costume will also be well used!

Insect repellent can stop you getting bitten by any bugs along the way. You can choose between natural and chemical, depending on poersonal preference. Some ear plugs are useful for any nights in the jungle as it can get very noisy!. If you have some decent binoculars, they are great for spotting wildlife high in the trees. Also, take some flip-flops, as it is customary to remove your shoes when entering traditional buildings.

Leeches are more of an annoyance than a real threat, and leech socks can be bought locally from your leader for about £3 at the start of the trip.

Joanna Zubr - Borneo Operations

Unfortunately we are not qualified to answer all your questions in regards to travel health, so we strongly recommend you contact your GP or a Travel Health Clinic at least 8 weeks prior to departure for up-to-date information.
Nomad Travel Clinics are experts in preparing people for travel, providing advice on vaccinations, anti-malarial and staying healthy whilst overseas. We have arranged a special 10% discount for Exodus passengers on any vaccinations that you may require! Take along your Nomad discount card, sent with your confirmation pack, or call Exodus for your special discount code.
Visit www.nomadtravel.co.uk/exodus for further information.

For additional information please visit: www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Charlotte Taylor - Customer Operations

The night in the village longhouses is basic with communal washing facilities, and more than likely no hot water. There are ceiling fans. However, basic as it may be, it provides a great insight into rural life. All bedding and towels are provided.

Joanna Zubr - Borneo Operations

Malaysia is renowned for its culinary excellence and Borneo is blessed with a rich variety of traditional food created by its many tribes and indigenous groups. They are able to turn wild plants, herbs and fruits into culinary masterpieces that will tantalise your senses! In addition, its sweeping coastlines and many large rivers provide an abundance of seafood and freshwater fish for the dinner table. Rice is a staple but in the far north, corn and tapioca are popular.

Vegetarians are well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests. Please note that in Borneo the availability of certain products is minimal or non-existent, for example wheat or dairy-free, please be prepared for this and you may need to bring these from home.

Joanna Zubr - Borneo Operations

Mosquito nets are provided at all the accommodation on the trip but some bug spray for ankles and arms in the morning and evening is recommended.

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

Please visit the Exodus Travel Guide to Malaysia where you can find out what plugs they use, as well as more detailed Country information in the menu on the left of the page.

To book on a Family Adventure Holiday at least one member of the family must be under the age of 18. For individual trips a minimum age will also be specified - see the Essential Information tab for the particular trip you are interested in. Please note there may also be a minimum age for certain activities on your chosen holiday.

If you are the sort of family that enjoys meeting other families and have a passion for discovering new places and trying new activities, then you’ll love going on a Family Adventure. With a Tour Leader to take care of daily arrangements, you can relax and get on with the serious business of spending time with your family and enjoying your holiday. And it’s not just parents who take their children away; we’ve had a number of children travelling with just their grandparents too!

Itineraries are carefully planned to provide a good balance of activity and relaxation time. You can opt to stay with the group all the time or go off and do your own thing every now and then. Your leader will be on hand to help you find your way and organise optional activities. And if the local food isn’t pleasing everyone in the party, it’s usually possible to sneak off to the occasional pizza parlour or similar, to get something a little more familiar.

Our holidays are designed to take you to unusual or remote places, give you exciting experiences and allow you to make the most of your precious holiday time. As with all adventure holidays, there is inevitably an element of risk that you might not find on a resort-based package. However, safety is taken very seriously and our professional leaders will take all necessary precautions to run the trip safely. You will get to see wonderful sights, have the opportunity to interact with local people and create memories that will stay with you forever. Come with us and let us share our passion for travel with you!

All the staff at Exodus share a passion for adventure travel, and are always happy to answer any questions you may have. You can find an expert for the area you are interested in here and can contact them to get further information. If you don't see your specific country listed, please email customerops@exodus.co.uk and they will get the answers you need!