New experiences and properties from Audley Travel

Tailor-made travel company Audley Travel has expanded its 2024 programme with the addition of a ‘new’ area of Australia’s Victoria territory and an alternative, beyond-Africa safari in Borneo.

More to explore in Victoria

New for Audley’s clients travelling to Australia is Metung Hot Springs, overlooking East Gippsland Lakes, Victoria, with clients enjoying glamping accommodation nestled in the natural surrounds of the hot springs. Clients stay in luxury safari-style tents with an ensuite bathroom, king-size four poster bed, and private bathing barrel on a personal deck overlooking the lagoon. 

The addition of the property to the portfolio opens up the East Gippsland region, with clients now able to explore its lakes, 90-mile beach, untouched islands, rivers, wetland wilderness, beautiful Buchan Caves and native flora and fauna. 

Alternative safari 

Tabin Rainforest Lodge in Borneo presents an opportunity to head into the remote wilderness that is home to some of Borneo’s rarest and endangered wildlife. The lodge, with 12 ensuite rooms and a strong eco-tourism ethos, is situated in the Virgin Jungle Reserve of Sungai Kapur, in the northeast corner beyond Tabin’s wildlife reserve. The lodge is a luxurious oasis from which to safari ancient primary mangrove forests and uncharted jungles, teeming with Bornean birds that are a must-see for birdwatchers. 

The conservation area is home to endemic species including the proboscis monkey, Bornean orangutan, sun bear, Bornean ground cuckoo, and the elusive helmeted hornbill. 

Audley’s clients enjoy a three-day, two-night stay at the lodge with river cruises, a night walk and safari drive as well as hikes, with an option to add an additional night. The itinerary takes guests to the lodge’s mammal hide as well as its ground cuckoo hide, to photograph the bird. River cruises give the chance to see flying foxes, eagles and the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, and night walks are rewarded with potential sightings of civets, leopard cats, mouse deer, and moonrats. 

Agents can call 0808 239 1960 for more information.

(Image-Tabin Rainforest Lodge)