As sensual and exotic as the hibiscus flower that bears its name, Bunga Raya Island Resort is a luxurious jewel set on a coral reef island just off the coast of Borneo. Snorkel, kayak, or spend an afternoon sailing on the emerald waters surrounding Gaya Island. Sunbathe on the beach, next to the infinity pool, or on your private deck. Take a guided hike into the Bornean rainforest or earn your PADI Dive certification - at Bunga Raya each day is a new adventure!
Buga Raya Island tours can be arranged to suit any trip length. Please contact us for more details.
Highlights
Sleep in your own secluded island hideaway tucked into the Bornean jungle
Snorkel, kayak, sail, or dive in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Earn your PADI Dive certification in the emerald waters of Borneo
Sunbathe on your private deck with a view of the South China Sea
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Transfer by boat from the capital city of Kota Kinabalu to Gaya Island. Settle into your private villa at the Bunga Raya Island Resort. A secluded island hideaway of 48 timbered villas, the resort is tucked away on a tranquil and hidden bay framed by crescent-shaped white sand beach on one side and centuries-old virgin jungle on the other. Private balconies offer jaw dropping vistas of the beach below and the South China Sea beyond. Villas range from simple timbered dwellings just steps from the beach to opulent 3-bedroom, multi-level units with wrap-around decks and indulgent private plunge pools. A dedicated hilltop spa, with exotic private spa pavilions, blends the very finest of Traditional Asian and Western treatments that capture restorative powers of indigenous plants and oils.
Enjoy a few days or a full week immersed in the sand, sun, and jungles of Borneo. Take a closer look at the island's plant and animal inhabitants with a guided jungle trek, explore the island waters and coral reefs with an adventure through Bunga Raya's water sports activities, and relax at Bunga Raya's trademark Solace Spa. Sleep soundly in your private villa tucked into the rainforest, waking each morning with the sunrise over the South China Sea. For lunch and dinner, choose from one of the resort's three restaurants, or indulge in a fine meal in the comfort of your own villa.
Day 4: Return to Kota Kinabalu
1 Breakfast
Board the speedboat back to the mainland this morning. Continue on to climb Mount Kinabalu, explore deeper into the Bornean jungle, or transfer to the airport for your international flight home.
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Rates based on Superior Villa.
Rates vary by season, please contact us for additional details.
Initial deposit is 400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
TrustScore 4.8 | 182 reviews
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3 hours ago
Easiest trip to plan ever. We received quick answers and Mary was very knowledgeable about different areas of the world that we had questions about.
We have book 2 trips, FABULOUS trip to Antartica which we have already taken and just booked for a future trip to Africa.
Michelle
8 hours ago
Planning service is personal. people actually listening to you and using that information constructively to help you plan a great trip. They have extensive travel knowledge and experience in the area they cover. The planning is detailed and comprehensive in meeting your needs. It makes a difference!
Allison Wynn
18 hours ago
The pre-planning and execution of the plan was excellent. They were even able to help get glasses returned when a member or our party left them in a hotel.
Roger
1 day ago
What made our Costa Rica experience great was the wonderful places we stayed and transportation to get to our different areas to visit was excellent! The white water rafting and the snorkeling & dolphin watching were really fun!
Michell Murphy
2 days ago
I received a quick and friendly response from my contact, Christina Mayo, both in email and phone calls. My request for information was provided in less than a day. She took a few minutes to chat about family and events. Dealing with her has always been a pleasure!