Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp (TBJC) located in Kinabatangan Borneo Malaysia. To be precise, TBJC were consider as a hidden pearl in the island of borneo itself as its located in a very isolated place in the middle of rainforest in borneo. Far from villages and also any other lodges in Kinabatangan, which will bring you to experience the authentic experience of being in the borneo rainforest and the majestic kinabatangan river itself. Was owned and run totally by the local people itself so called the river man tribe, TBJC is just a small company with big dream,passion and enthusiasm in eco tourism industry in Borneo Malaysia. By just not thinking about making profit only, TBJC take part in doing the conservation programe engaging with the local community so call the rainforest carbon of set project (tree planting) in Kinabatangan area. Some of the visitor money will be used to invest back to the conservation programme. Want to know and see more? Kindly made a booking to us.
My boyfriend and I stayed for the 2 nights 3 days trip. We had the best time here and couldn't recommend it more. From the moment we were picked up from our hotel in Sepilok we were seamlessly looked after by all the amazing staff. The journey there consisted of a private mini bus, followed by two boat trips with a short walk between them through the jungle. Our accomodation in one of the private rooms was basic, and most of our free time was spent relaxing on the hammocks or sitting on the balcony dining area watching the river and looking for wildlife. You're totally disconnected from the outside world here with no phone signal or WiFi (which is so rare!). Trips through the jungle by foot, or down the river by boat happen at day and night, and are so well thought out. The guides were so good at what they do, and it was such a luxury to have such well informed people show us around. We spotted so many different animals and learnt so much about the rainforest. It's also amazing value for money! Food was plentiful and there was unlimited tea and filtered water available. If you're after the luxury of a hot shower, electricity and AC/fans this is not for you. But I must say that I was hesitant about the basic nature of this camp before I went, but it was completely forgotten about while I was there, as it was overshadowed by the incredible experience of being at the heart of the rainforest.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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After much research I booked Tanjung Bulat Camp due to its isolation and its reviews listing wildlife sightings and its reasonable prices and I was 100% delighted with my decision. I stayed for 5 nights and will certainly be returning for 7 next year! Email communication with Afiq prior to arrival was excellent with all my questions answered rapidly and helpfully. The journey to the camp by minibus, boat, hike and boat went very smoothly and the location of the camp itself is totally idyllic on the river and jungle edge. Our room was large and the bed was comfortable. As a corner room we had a cross breeze from the windows and we appreciated the fan in the evening and made use of the power while it was on. Flushing western toilets were a real bonus and it was fun hand washing at the sinks out in the open. The bucket shower was very welcome at the end of the day. The chef managed some delicious vegetarian options for my son and myself which were really appreciated, as was the all day complimentary tea, coffee and water. Jai was our absolutely tireless and enthusiastic guide and we thoroughly enjoyed every trip that we did with him. His knowledge seemed endless and his ability to spot wildlife for us was incredible. And the wildlife……..::we were so so lucky! Or maybe it is always that good? We had a daily visit to the fruiting tree by the camp of an Orang Utan. Two visits to the camp by a gibbon. Evening visits by a group of Malay civet. Daily monitor lizards walking by. Hornbills regularly flying overhead and also roosting on the night walk. A slow loris and a colugo on the same night walk. Proboscis monkeys, silver langur with orange babies, maroon/red langur, crocodile, kingfishers, eagles, owls, heron, datter, bats, pig tail and long tail macaques, snakes, and many other birds and insects…….everything that we’d hoped for and more! And never any other boats or tourists on our side spur of the main Kinabatangan river and no other buildings either. Perfect! I would 100% recommend Tanjung Bulat Camp for wildlife enthusiasts that don’t need WiFi or 24/7 power or en suite bathrooms or hot showers, but enjoy good food and excellent service and knowledgeable guiding and the company of similar minded people!
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Our 3d2n stay at the jungle camp was truly amazing. Would definitely recommend it!
Afiq has incredible wildlife knowledge and spotting skills. The camp facilities were spotless and the bucket shower is an energetic experience you don't want to miss out on ;)
The tasty meals are cooked with local ingredients. Also, the camp supports the local economy and reduces their impact on the environment wherever possible.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We took the 3 day-2 night tour at Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp and had an amazing time! The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and catered to all of our needs, and had a great eye for catching animals hiding in the jungle. This camp is remote, so there were animals everywhere, and our guides were more than willing to stop the boats or walks for as long as we wanted if we saw something that we wanted to watch for a bit longer. The pace of the tour was also well planned, with the perfect balance of rest and activity touring the area, as well as well timed meals. Thank you to Afiq, Jai, Mr. Mongee, and the rest of the team who made our experience so memorable!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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We have today finished our wonderful stay here and I couldn't wait to log on and leave a review. Everything was utterly seamless and easy, from being picked up up until we were dropped off. Our every need was catered for. The chef noticed my son not drinking tea and coffee so provided hot chocolate for him. The meals were absolutely delicious. Jai, our guide, along with the boat driver were incredible at spotting the animals and we were delighted with how many we saw, including orangutans and crocodiles. The rooms were comfortable, the toilets the best I've seen in Borneo. I have stayed in hotels which were not as clean as the camp. The whole team worked incredibly hard to look after us, and the three of us had a fantastic time!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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We had a fantastic three-day stay. Location is magnificent, far from everything. The place is actually quite comfortable for a jungle camp, with individual rooms, 4 hours of electricity in the evening, western bathroom and closed (bucket) showers. You can sense a real effort is always made for a comfortable stay. Very nice food, welcoming team. Afiq is also a knowledgeable and generous guide, with a keen eye for fauna you'd otherwise surely miss! We have seen countless monkeys, birds; crocodiles... and an orangutan!
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Date of stay: December 2022
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This should not be missed. If you are hoping to see wild life in their natural habitat and want to hear the stories from genuine people then this is for you. We only had time for the 2D1N option, we would have stayed for longer, but we still had a great adventure. Collected by minibus from your hotel and delivered to the jungle camp by speedboat, including lunch in Kinabatangan, it is very efficient. The camp has everything you need for a night in the jungle, just accept that this is real life, that said the flushing toilets were a bonus. Knowledgeable guides who can not do enough for you and take time to explain and enrich stories about the wildlife you see. From the lodge on the river we had a great view of proboscis monkeys across the river, saw a crocodile and had a visit from a monitor lizard. The bird life was amazing, we saw several types of primate and were lucky enough to spot an orangutan just before we left! The night walk included a tarantula spotting and a baby python, what more could you want.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is my second visit to the TJBC and it will not be my last. The place is just as described basic accommodation surrounded with excellent wildlife. There are large monitor lizards walking around, a civet cat is there most nights and the river is teaming with wildlife. In a short stay you will see proboscis monkeys, macaques both long tailed and pig tailed, bats and a huge variety of birds. You will probably see orangutans and crocodiles. If they are in the area you might see elephants. The food is good and plentiful and includes unlimited water, coffee and tea. Afiq is an excellent host, guide and spotter. He goes out of his way to ensure that you enjoy your time. The rest of the team follow his lead and all of them are extremely helpful and friendly. I will try and add some of my photos of the big 5 and more taken during my stay.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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My boyfriend and I did a 4D3N trip at Tanjung Bulat Jungle camp over a year ago and still talk frequently about it to this day. We are very passionate about wildlife, especially in their natural habitat, and this is the absolute perfect place to do so. We felt the guides, especially our main guide Jai, shared our same passion for the animals and environmentalism. We were lucky enough to spot two orangutan mothers with their babies within 50 yards of each other, as well as a pregnant orangutan building her nest on another night. Jai and the other guides were jumping around the boat with excitement with us, which made the trip feel even more special. Jai was extremely valuable as a guide, and was able to spot, identify, and share facts about many animals throughout our stay. We were lucky enough to see langurs, hornbills, Proboscis monkeys, kingfishers, orangutans, crocodiles, civets, macaques, flying foxes, frogs, and more. We found ourselves staying up late and chatting with him on several occasions, and had many conversations about animals, his time working at the camp, and life in general.
There was truly no one else there but this group, it feels very secluded and real. We did not see any other boats full of tourists or anything similar.
The accommodations are exactly as they appear in the photos- basic but comfortable and exactly what was needed. There is several hours of electricity provided to charge phones, cameras, etc. The food was delicious, and a great look into Malay cuisine and culture. The only thing I would advise it to bring nets and mosquito spray for hikes/walks- you will need it!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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This is an experience I’ll remember forever. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the team could not have been more helpful.
Very comfortable rooms (you’re in the jungle!), tasty and plentiful food, knowledgeable and passionate guides, a good balance of activities and downtime, all set in an incredible location.
The wildlife has to be seen to be believed. We saw crocodiles and gibbons (but they were too quick for me!) plus an abundance of birds and primates.
I went with some trepidation and was hooked from the moment we stepped on the boat to get to camp.
It was well worth carrying my big lens all the way but a tip for future, take your camera for the night cruise, the close-up with the birds was amazing (but I didn’t take my camera!)
Thanks to Afiq and Jay and the whole team!
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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