Bangalore Adventure & Climbing Meetup Group

##### Borneo Adventure : Aug 23rd to 30th' 2025

OVERVIEW
Travel to Borneo and leave urban life behind. Head into Borneo’s lush jungles to embark on a magical journey to explore the natural wonders of tropical Sabah. Travel down scenic rivers, into thick jungles and through the vibrant villages of beautiful Borneo making friends with local villagers and trying delicious cuisine. Swim among colorful fish and spot unique wildlife in Borneo’s steamy jungles, found only in this part of the world like the Borneo Pygmy Elephants, Proboscis Monkeys and Orangutans among other animals and birds, see the iconic Mount Kinabalu and walk through the trails in the Kinabalu National Park. Last but not the least, explore the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of multi-cultural and vibrant Kota Kinabalu. There’s no doubt that this adventure in Borneo will find its way into your heart and leave you with unforgettable memories.

ESSENTIAL INFO
Cost: Rs 62500/-
Country: Malaysia
Start: Kota Kinabalu
End: Sandakan
Start Date: 23rd Aug’ 2025
End Date: 30th Oct’ 2025
Duration: 8 Days
Group Size : Min 5 / Max 10
Theme: Culture, Adventure, Wildlife, Experience

Highlights
– Explore the markets and food scene in multi cultural Kota Kinabalu.
– Visit Kinabalu National park and stay at a mountain lodge.
– Go cruising on the Kinabatangan River searching for Borneo Pygmy Elephants, Proboscis Monkeys and Orangutans among other animals
and birds.
– Visit Manukan and Sapi islands and go snorkeling to see the beautiful marine life.
– Stay at a homestay in Kinabatangan and experience the life of the locals.
– See the lifestyle of the different tribes of Borneo at the Cultural village.

Uzbekistan Discovery Trails : Sept 20th to 27th

Famous for its incredible historical cities; delightful Uzbekistan is the land of the great Khanates and Sultanates – the kingdoms that controlled the Silk Road of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand.
Once home of the mighty warlord Timur, Samarkand’s highlight is the great Registan Square, surrounded with grand madrassah. Bukhara perfectly captures the atmosphere of Central Asia before the Russian domination, and has many spectacular buildings such as the Kalon Mosque and the Ark Fortress. We will also be visiting Tashkent, the countries capital and the most modern Uzbeki city. The elaborately decorated metro stations of Tashkent are a sight to be seen.
And outside of the cities, Uzbekistan is just as full of surprises – like the traditional villages of the Nuratau Mountains, where we will be staying for a night to experience the lifestyle and customs of the Uzbeki and Tajiki people. This is an experiential journey of Uzbekistan, in all its charming glory.

Essential Info
Cost: Rs 69500/- per person
Country: Uzbekistan
Start: Tashkent
End: Tashkent
Start Date: 20th Sept’ 2025
End Date: 27th April’ 2025
Duration: 8 Days
Group Size : Min 5 / Max 10
Theme: Culture, Adventure

Highlights
– Explore the best of the ancient silk road towns of Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent.
– Experience a high speed train journey through the Uzbekistan landscape.
– Spend a day in a traditional Tajiki village in the beautiful Nuratau Mountains.
– Explore the much-photographed Registan in Samarkand, one of the true pinnacles of Islamic architecture.
– See the Soviet and Central Asian influence in Tashkent
– Spend time in World Heritage-listed Bukharas ancient silk road cities drenched in history and culture.
– Explore the Central Asian markets and taste some mouth-watering local cuisines.