Borneo Gap Year

The Malaysian side of Borneo is made up of Sabah and Sarawak famed for the  mighty Mt Kinabalu, the Sipadan reef, the riverine forest around Sungai Kinabatangan and not forgetting the orang-utans at Sepilok.

A Gap Year to Borneo with The Leap will take you to Sabah to experience most of the above plus more whilst living amoungst  fascinating indigenous tribes tucked away in remote parts of the steamy jungle. 

Think long houses, hammocks, think Bear Grills - Borneo as a Gap Year destination offers everything for a physical and mental challenge!

Gap Year Borneo Project Locations

Kipouvo Village, Northern Sabah
Your first phase will be spent in the traditional long house community of Kipouvo, to immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of the Rungus community.

Batu Puteh, Eastern Sabah
The second phase will spent at the village of Batu Puteh in a jungle camp on the mighty Kinabatangan River where you can see up to 8 species of primate including the elusive orangutan swinging by.

Mantanani Island,  South China Sea 
The third phase is at a camp on Mantanani Island, a 2-hour boat ride out into the South China Sea.  includes a week PADI Open Water diving qualification.

Crocker Range National Park
Your final week will be spent trekking in the Crocker Range National Park, home to pristine jungle and exotic wildlife.

Borneo Gap Year Trips