Borneo Tabin Wildlife Malaysia 6 Days
A$2,840
Duration: 6 Days | 5 Nights
Dates: All year around possible
Countries to be visited: Malaysia
Departure & Return Locations: Sandakan Airport / Lahad Datu Airport
Experience the wildlife, fauna and flora in the dense, tropical Danum Valley away from the daily hustle. This opens up your horizons and helps create an appreciation for nature by getting involved in a variety of activities. Learn more about some of Southeast Asia's exotic but endangered wildlife species while enjoying the natural surroundings.
Day 01: Arrival Sandakan/ MYNature Resort
After Arrival at Sandakan airport transfer to MYNature Resort for overnight stay.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 02: Sandakan – Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre/ Sun Bear Conservation Centre – Abai Jungle Lodge
After breakfast, drive for approximately 10 minutes to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center. Proceed to the free roaming area feeding platform. 10:00 hrs feeding of Orangutans. At this center, observe man’s closest relative “the Orang Utan” being rehabilitated to become wild in their natural habitat and experience a walk in the Tropical Lowland Dipterocarp Forest of Borneo.
Proceed for a visit of the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, the centre that managed to improve the living condition of the rescued sun bear and released their natural behaviors in the 2.5ha enclosed forest. 11:15hrs, depart Sepilok Centre transfer to jetty in Sandakan for Schedule boat depart at 1200hrs, take an hour boat cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary where you will take your lunch at Abai Jungle Restaurant. This is a wonderful journey of discovery which starts from the waters of Sulu Sea of Sandakan Town through a magnificent scenery of the Mangrove Forest. Check in Abai Jungle Lodge, Late in the afternoon, you'll be experiencing a cruise to search for wildlife until the sunsets while enjoying a cup of coffee and by night falls continue the night cruise to witness the fire flies as Christmas tree. Return to the lodge for dinner. After dinner, again experience the “Jungle at night” at our nature boardwalk to search for birds, snakes, insects and other wildlife with our nature guide.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 03: Pitas Oxbow Lake – Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge/ PM Cruise
Wake up by the calls of nature. Early morning take a river trip to the Pitas oxbow lake to observe wildlife and experience the unique of Pitas oxbow lake. After breakfast, you are invited to visit the fishing village Abai.
After lunch, take a boat transfer from Abai Jungle Lodge to Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge Arrive Sukau, check in at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge. Late afternoon, take another river cruise to Menanggul River, a small tributary of the Kinabatangan. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 04: Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge – Tabin Wildlife
After breakfast at the Lodge overland transfer to Lahad Datu for approximate 2.5 hours and from Lahad Datu transfer for 1 hour on gravel road to Tabin Wildlife Reserve. Upon arrival register, unpack and rest. Lunch will be served in the Lodge.
In the afternoon visit the Lipad mud volcano located nearest to Tabin base. After trekking through the jungle for twenty minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano known to be frequented by deer, wild boars, elephants and birds. Look out for an identify footprints of animals. Dinner will be served in the Lodge followed by night activities to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Overnight in the Tabin Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 05: Tabin Wildlife Reserve
Breakfast at the Lodge. Today we trek through the lush green jungle known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad’s Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy the refreshing splash coming down from the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax. At dusk go for bird watching within the reserve. After dinner in the Lodge, night activities to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds.Overnight in the Tabin Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 06: Tabin Wildlife Reserve – Lahad Datu – Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast at the Lodge. After breakfast stroll to the nearby rock pool or river side. Choose to take a dip in the water or simply immerse yourself in the nature. After lunch depart Tabin Wildlife Reserve for airport in Lahad Datu for your flight to Kota Kinabalu
Tour Price
• Price shown is for a person based on twin share accommodation, for the travel period indicated.
• Pricing is for standard lodge accommodation; Deluxe and Premium Deluxe catagories are available
• All prices displayed are subject to availability and can be withdrawn or varied without notice.
• Prices are guaranteed once booking is confirmed by us and paid in full by the due date.
• Depending on your needs and group size (individual, couple, family, group, etc.) we will provide the final pricing for your tour. Contact us for enquiries.
The following dates are peak season and a small surcharge may apply
01.04.2023 – 01.05.2023
15.07.2023 – 16.10.2023
01.03.2024 – 01.04.2024
All Rooms quoted for Abai Jungle Lodge & Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge are with fan only. If clients would like to have rooms with air-conditioning, a small surcharge per room per night applies
Even if above package is booked on private basis, the following transfer services are on a Seat In Coach Basis:
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- Boat transfer Sandakan – Abai Jungle Lodge (Day 02)
- Boat transfer Abai Jungle Lodge – Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge (Day 03)
- Night Drive Danum Valley (Day 04)
Inclusions:
• English speaking Guide
• Entrance Fees
• Tours and transfers as stated in the itinerray
• Meals as stated
• 1 Night Accommodation MYNature Resort (Chalet)
• 1 Night Accommodation Abai Jungle Lodge (room without aircon
• 1 Night Kinabatanagan Riverside Lodge (room without aircon)
• 2 Nights Accommodation Tabin Wildlife (River or Hill Lodge)
Exclusions:
• International and Domestic flights
• Meals not mentioned
• Porterage
• Tips (at clients' discretion)
• Travel Insurance
• Anything else not specifically mentioned in the inclusions above
Please refer to our Standard Booking Conditions for booking terms and conditions.
