Borneo Experience

  Malaysia

Borneo

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: ** 2010 dates: 09 Jan, 05 Feb, 05 Mar, 02 Apr, 29 Apr, 03 Jun, 01 Jul, 29 Jul, 03 Sep, 01 Oct, 29 Oct ** 2011 dates: 07 Jan, 03 Feb, 03 Mar, 31 Mar, 28 Apr, 03 Jun, 01 Jul, 29 Jul, 02 Sep, 30 Sep, 27 Oct

Description: Explore jungle, beach and mountains on this exotic tropical island. Assist local communities in their day-to-day life, while being enriched by their culture and traditions that are unique to this island. There are options to experience many exciting adventure activities throughout this journey including: diving, mountain climbing, jungle trekking and white water rafting.

Highlights:
- Involvement with ongoing community projects which include teaching, sports and construction
- Participating in environmental project work in the lower Kinabatangan region of Sabah
- A visit to the Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary
- A chance to scuba dive and mountain/ jungle trek
- PADI open water course included on the 8 and 12 week programmes
- 2 days in Kuala Lumpur on the 12 week programme
- Accommodation in Sabah locations including community camp, jungle camp and home stay

Qualifications:
- Minimum 18 years, maximum 24 years
- You will need to have a basic level of health and fitness due to the nature of the community work you will be involved in. Some of the work tends to be very physically demanding in the heat, however you wont be expected to work beyond your personal capabilities.

Cost in US$: GBP1,699 - GBP3,149

* For information on what is not included please visit our website.

Experience Required: no

Age Range: Minimum 18 years, maximum 24 years

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Malaysia Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement:

Real Gap offer over 350 projects and travel options in over 35 countries over 6 continents. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap.

Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we are pretty keen on making sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisors have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded: 2005