Get away from it all and spend three days at your leisure on Borneo’s idyllic Gaya Island
Opt to enjoy the spa services of Bunga Raya Island Resort and Spa
Snorkel in the azure waters of your resort’s private beach
Be transferred from Kota Kinabalu and back for maximum convenience
Welcome to Gaya Island, an unforgettable beach destination surrounded by the turquoise waters of Malaysian Borneo. Here, all your troubles will melt away with the swaying of the palms and the sound of the waves. On this tropical island getaway, you’ll make a private beach your home for three days as you relax, swim and explore the island.
Malaysia From Kota Kinabalu, you’ll be transferred by private car to the jetty where a 20-minute boat ride will bring you to the private, white-sand beaches of Bunga Raya Island Resort and Spa. After checking in to your hotel, you’re free to spend your time exactly as you wish—some options are to take walks in the lush jungle, snorkel in clear waters, or relax the days away on the beach. You set the pace and tone of your bespoke Gaya Island escape.
What our Travel Specialists think about this tour:
Tam
“Malaysia is home to a lot of islands, but Gaya Island makes the list among the top five most enjoyable.”
Day 1: Kota Kinabalu to Pulau Gaya
There’s no better place to relax in Malaysian Borneo than Gaya Island, known to locals as Pulau Gaya. At 12:30pm, you’ll be picked up from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu and transferred to Jesselton Pier for a 20-minute boat ride to Palau Gaya. From here, it’s a 20-minute boat ride across turquoise waters to Pulau Gaya. (Please note: Boats depart at 13:30 and 15:30.)
When you arrive on the white-sand shores private Beach, head to resort for check-in. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure. If you’re feeling adventurous, go on an excursion down a jungle path or head out for an afternoon of snorkeling in azure waters. If you’re feeling mellow, sip a cocktail in the shade or go for a long walk down the crescent beach.
Enjoy dinner at your leisure.
Overnight : Bunga Raya Island Resort and Spa
Day 2: Pulau Gaya
Today, the entire day is free to explore Gaya Island or to relax as you wish.
Overnight : at Bunga Raya Island Resort and Spa
Meals :
Breakfast
Day 3: Pulau Gaya – Kota Kinabalu
We hope you enjoyed your little escape to Gaya Island. This morning after breakfast, check out of the resort and catch the 09:00 or 11:00 boat transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.
Meals :
Breakfast
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Included
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles
Service of English speaking guides in every location
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Not Included
Domestic and international flights
Departure taxes if applicable
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
Tips for guides and drivers
Personal travel insurance
Visa fees (contact us for further information)
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