Borneo Wildlife Danum Valley Malaysia 6 Days

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 /Night Walk (D)
After Arrival at Sandakan airport with flight TBA transfer to MYNature Resort for check-in
After dinner, join a guided night walk along the nature boardwalk. The boardwalk, approximately 1,500 feet long, features an up-and-down structure for an immersive exploration of the surrounding area. The guided night walk will conduct by the in-house guide, depending on weather conditions, either before or after dinner. Overnight: MYNature Resort

Day 02: Sandakan – Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre/ Sun Bear Conservation Centre – Abai Jungle Lodge (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive for approximately 10 minutes to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center. Proceed to the free roaming area feeding platform. 1000 hrs feeding of Orang Utans. 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.

After breakfast, drive for approximately 10 minutes to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center. Proceed to the free roaming area feeding platform. 1000 hrs feeding of Orang Utans. 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. Overnight at Abai Jungle Lodge

Day 03: Pitas Oxbow Lake – Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge/ PM Cruise (B/L/D)
Wake up by the calls of nature. Early morning takes a river trip to the Pitas oxbow lake to observe wildlife and experience the uniqueness 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 lodge for dinner and Overnight at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.

Day 04: Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge – Lahad Datu/ Danum Valley (B/L/D)
After breakfast at the Lodge overland transfer to Lahad Datu for approximately 2.5 hours and from Lahad Datu transfer for 2½ hours’ drive to Danum Valley/ Borneo Rainforest Lodge which is a 40 minutes’ drive away from the world famous Danum Valley Field Centre. After Arrival at the Lodge a welcome – drink and a orientation about the Lodge facilities and services will be given. Lunch will be served at the Main Lodge where the restaurant is located. After lunch your guide will take you for a nature trail and to the 27m in height and 107m in length canopy walkway. After spending your time observing the wildlife return to the Lodge for dinner. After dinner a slide show briefing will be given and a weather permitted go for the night drive in search for nocturnal animals will be done. After dinner a slide show briefing will be given and a weather permitted go for the night drive in search for nocturnal animals will be done.

Day 05: Borneo Rainforest Lodge/ Danum Valley (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the Lodges restaurant. After breakfast your guide will go with you for a walk to an ancient Kadazandusun burial site and viewpoint over the Danum Valley. On the way down stop by the natural Jacuzzi for a dip (Bring along your bathing attire).
Lunch will be served in the Lodge in the afternoon. After lunch depart for a guided jungle walk to the Riverside trails. Return to the Lodge for dinner. After dinner you will go for a leisurely night walk to feel and hear the sounds of the forest. Overnight in the Borneo Rainforest Lodge.

Day 06: Danum Valley/ Borneo Rainforest Lodge – Lahad Datu – Kota Kinabalu (B/L)
Early in the morning go for a walk to the Canopy walkway again for more Bird watching opportunities. After which, return to the lodge for breakfast at the lodges restaurant, after breakfast you will have the chance to go for another self-guided nature walk in the vicinity of the Main Lodge. At afternoon lunch is served at the restaurant After lunch depart from Danum Valley and transfer to Lahad Datu airport for flight MH3019 ETD: 16:05hrs. ETA: 17:00hrs. 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 categories 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
01.04.2025 – 30.04.2025
15.07.2025 – 15.10.2025
01.03.2026 – 01.04.2026

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 Flight from Lahad Datu Airport to Kota Kinabalu on the last day not included in the price but can be arranged if required for an additional charge.

Even if above package is booked on private basis, the following transfer services are on a Seat In Coach Basis:
• 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 itinerary
• 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 Danum Valley/ Borneo Rainforest Lodge

Exclusions:
• International and Domestic flights
• Flight from Lahad Datu Airport to Kota Kinabalu on the last day
• 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.