| PACKAGE INCLUDES |
Hotel
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Meal
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Tour Guide
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Entrance Pass
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Return Airport Transfer
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
| Explore Borneo’s most important waterways, the Kinabatangan River in search for Proboscis Monkey, Orang Utan, The Estuarine Crocodile and the Borneo Pygmy Elephant. Stay in comfort & luxury at the only lodge in Kinabatangan rated 2 Star by the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia while exploring Borneo's Rainforest. |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Immerse yourself in comfort & luxury exploring Borneo's Rainforest
✔ Explore Sabah's most Splendid Natural Treasure, known as “A Haven for Nature Lovers”
✔ Said to be one the Best places in Southeast Asia to Observe Wildlife
✔ Search for Proboscis Monkey, Orang Utan, The Estuarine Crocodile and the Borneo Pygmy Elephant
✔ Go on Multiple River Safaris in search for Wildlife, Birdwatching & Borneo’s Flora & Fauna
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| BRIEF ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: MEET UPON ARRIVAL – SEPILOK ORANG UTAN– SUKAU - BORNEO NATURE LODGE – RIVER SAFARI (L, D)
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Meet and greet at the airport |
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Visit Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre |
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Witness the feeding of orphaned and injured Orang-Utans |
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Depart to Borneo Nature Lodge (2.5hours drive and a short boat ride) |
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Evening boat cruise on the Kinabatangan River: spot the wildlife |
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Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge |
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| DAY 02: MORNING CRUISE FOR BIRD WATCHING AND SEARCH FOR WILDLIFE – JUNGLE WALK – EVENING CRUISE FLORA & FAUNA (B, L, D)
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6:00 AM Kelenanap Ox-Bow Lake: bird watching and wildlife spotting |
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Brief jungle walk (if weather permits) |
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Return to the lodge for breakfast |
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4:00 PM boat cruise along the river |
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Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge |
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| DAY 03: SUKAU - SANDAKAN CITY TOUR AND DEPART (B)
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Return to Sandakan |
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Explore Central Market: fresh seafood and agricultural products |
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Visit Sim-Sim Water Village: houses built over the water |
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Tour Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple |
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Airport transfer |
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| HOTEL OPTIONS |
| 2★ | Sukau | Borneo Nature Lodge or similar | RM1788 Per Person | |
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: MEET UPON ARRIVAL – SEPILOK ORANG UTAN– SUKAU - BORNEO NATURE LODGE – RIVER SAFARI (L, D)
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Meet and greet at the airport and drive for 30mins to Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre where orphaned and injured Orang-Utan are brought to here to be rehabilitated and returned to fend for themselves back to the wilderness. |
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Sepilok is a primary lowland forest; a Fine Showcase of Borneo’s Remaining Rainforest. Witness the Feeding of Orang-Utan in the forest and later watch a video documentary show. |
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Thereafter drive for about 2.5hrs through the rustic countryside studded with villages and then take a short boat ride to reachBorneo Nature Lodge. |
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Nestled along the riverbank of Kinabatangan River lies this eco-friendly resort, offering the comfort without compromising the green. A natural Haven for the Outdoor Enthusiast, Borneo Nature Lodge is your ideal lodging as you explore the melting pot of wildlife found in Sukau. This is the only lodge in Kinabatangan rated 2 Star by the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia. |
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The Kinabatangan River is the second longest river in Malaysia, winding 560 kilometres from the mountains in southwest Sabah, flowing out into the Sulu Sea. The lower Kinabatangan River is one of Sabah's most Splendid Natural Treasure. It is a protected area, featuring oxbow lakes and mangrove swamps which are rich with many rare and endangered animals from the fascinating proboscis monkey, Orang Utan, the estuarine crocodile, and a spectacular assembly of birdlife and if you are lucky, you might even come across the Borneo Pygmy Elephant. |
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A river cruise is the best way to spot these 'local residents'. The Kinabatangan River is also rich in history and culture. For centuries, the floodplain contributed to economic progress in which it is believed that the river was an important link between Chinese and Bornean traders which dates back to earliest recorded Chinese voyage to Borneo in 631 AD. |
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Once you arrive at the resort you will proceed for a short orientation, have lunch and then check in. |
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Relax by the river and at 1600hrs proceed on a Boat Cruise along Sabah's Longest River, The Kinabatangan, with an opportunity to view wildlife and birds in its virgin rainforest habitat. Search for some of the primates species including the endemic Proboscis Monkeys as they settle down on treetops. Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary is said to be One the Best places in Southeast Asia to Observe Wildlife. |
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Overnight stay in Borneo Nature Lodge. |
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| DAY 02: MORNING CRUISE FOR BIRD WATCHING AND SEARCH FOR WILDLIFE – JUNGLE WALK – EVENING CRUISE FLORA & FAUNA (B, L, D)
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Wake up to the calls of birds, insects and animals. At 0600hrs take a Morning River Cruise heading onto Kelenanap Ox-Bow Lake for Bird Watching and in search of other Wildlife’s. |
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Thereafter take a short Jungle Walk (if weather permits) and experience the wilderness of Borneo in the morning before returning to the lodge for breakfast. |
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Free at leisure to explore the surrounding areas or nearby village. |
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In the late afternoon at 1600hrs, proceed on a boat cruise along the river to see The Many Species of Flora and Fauna found in Borneo’s Rainforest. |
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Overnight stay in Borneo Nature Lodge. |
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| DAY 03: SUKAU - SANDAKAN CITY TOUR AND DEPART (B)
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After breakfast return to Sandakan, proceed for a Sandakan Discovery Tour. Explore the various landmarks of Sandakan which may include Central Market, the most amazing variety of fresh seafood and agricultural products, Sim-Sim Water Village where houses are all built close to the water surface while observing the fascinating view of the sea, visit Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple which offers a panoramic view of Sandakan Bay situated on the hilltop of Tanah Merah. |
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Thereafter transferred to airport for your evening flight back to Kota Kinabalu/Kuala Lumpur. |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| Borneo Wildlife...
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| WHY BOOK NOW? |
- Update Sabah Online Health Declaration Form
- Malaysians who are fully vaccinated allowed entry
- No Test or Quarantine required for Malaysians who are fully vaccinated
- Children under 12 to be accompanied by parents/guardians who are fully vaccinated
- Passengers who are unvaccinated due to health reasons are required to submit a medical report that has been certified by a registered medical practitioner
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| INCLUSION |
- All meals inclusive as specified
- All entrances inclusive as specified
- Choice of hotel accommodation as specified
- All transfers inclusive as specified
- English speaking driver cum guide
- Land/boat transfers based on joining basis
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| EXCLUSION |
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- Compulsory Tour Tips
(RM 29)
- Optional MSIG Travel Insurance (Plan 1)(1-5D)
(RM 26)
- High Season Surcharge
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusions'
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