Overview
Enjoy our Best-Selling 6 days 5 nights Borneo Big 5 wildlife tour package, combining our TOP selling Sukau Rainforest Lodge with the exquisite Borneo Rainforest Lodge in Danum Valley at a promo price for a limited time. You’ll maximize your chances of seeing wildlife on this tour especially Borneo’s Big 5, the Pygmy Elephant, Orangutan, Proboscis Monkey, Crocodiles and the stunning Rhinoceros Hornbill. This combination won Sabah Tourism’s Best Tour Package Award.
Stay at the award-winning lodge:
- 03 nights stay at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
- 02 nights stay at Borneo Rainforest Lodge
* Borneo Rainforest Lodge will be closed to undergo essential repair and maintenance work from 1 – 20 December 2024.
Tour Highlights
- Observe the endangered orangutans at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
- Travel by speedboat
- 03 late afternoon river cruises and 02 early morning river cruise in search of Borneo’s wildlife and birdlife
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Nature walk along Hornbill Boardwalk and Attenborough Boardwalk to learn about the flora in the area and maybe even sight some wildlife and bird life.
Optional Tours:
- Night Cruise: Enjoy a night safari river cruise through Kinabatangan River to spot nocturnal wildlife
- Rasig Wildlife Trek: After breakfast in Sukau Rainforest Lodge, explore the elephant migration path on a 2-hour hike.
Includes
- Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, and English speaking guide.
Excludes
- Domestic airfare, camera fee and items not mentioned, Tourism Tax (TTx) flat rate of RM10 per room per night.
Day 1 – Sandakan – Sepilok – Sukau Rainforest Lodge (by boat)
Our adventure begins as we pick you up from the Sandakan Airport or your hotel in Sandakan, then we’ll head straight to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. There, you’ll get to learn about the rehabilitation effort done at the centre through a short video screening. Make your way to the feeding platform to witness the feeding of orangutans and other monkeys around. You can also spend time observing the cheeky little younglings in an enclosed nursery area.
After lunch, embark on a 2.5 hour journey by speedboat up the Kinabatangan River to Sukau Rainforest Lodge.
Right after checking-in, go on board for a late afternoon cruise in search of Borneo’s wildlife and birds. Return to the lodge to savor a scrumptious dinner at Melapi restaurant, followed by a slide presentation and interpretation by a naturalist guide
Note : Make sure your flight arrival in Sandakan is latest by 0800hrs. Or if this is not possible, recommended to fly in and stay one night in Sandakan or Sepilok before the tour commence.
- Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight stay at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 2 – Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Rise and shine for the morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap oxbow lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, join in the nature walk along the lodge’s Hornbill Boardwalk with the in-house naturalist. It will be free at leisure after lunch. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise to check off your wildlife sightings.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 3 – Sukau Rainforest Lodge
We take an early morning river cruise along the Menanggol River by silent electric motor in search of wildlife, waking to the cacophony of the rainforest before returning for a full breakfast. We have time to relax or enjoy one of our optional activities. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise for more wildlife.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 4 – Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Lahad Datu – Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Rise early and prepare for your trip to Danum Valley. After breakfast, take 2 hours overland journey to Lahad Datu before our onward journey to the award winning nature lodge, Borneo Rainforest Lodge. Enjoy lunch upon arrival and check-in. In the evening a slide show and explore nature trail leading to canopy walkway. If weather permits we go spotlighting to view some of the nocturnal animals.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Day 5 – Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Spend the whole day exploring the forest for birds and mammals, leading up to an escarpment with ancient burial coffins. Trek to waterfall for a refreshing dip in rock pools. Return to lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, explore more trails.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Day 6 – Borneo Rainforest Lodge – Transfer Out
Free at leisure until check-out. Depart back to Lahad Datu. Take the late afternoon flight back to Kota Kinabalu.
- Breakfast and Lunch
Rates
Rooms | Rates Per Person | Single Supplement |
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Sukau Rainforest Lodge: Deluxe Borneo Rainforest Lodge: Jungle Chalet | MYR 9,289.00 | MYR 1,422.00 |
Sukau Rainforest Lodge: Borneo Villa Borneo Rainforest Lodge: Deluxe Chalet | MYR 10,311.00 | MYR 1,902.00 |
Notes
- Validity
- Rates are valid for travel by 31 March 2024.
- Availability
- This tour runs everyday. Prior booking required.
- High Season Surcharge
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MYR 450.00 at Sukau Rainforest Lodge (July – August)
MYR 130.00 at Borneo Rainforest Lodge (Mar, Apr, 15 July – 15 Oct 2022, March 2023)
- Children Discount
- 3 years old and below:
- FREE STAY
- 4 – 11 years old:
- 25% OFF when sharing a room with ONE adult/parent.
- 50% OFF when sharing a room with with TWO adults/parents.
- This is a kid friendly tour, discount is applicable to children based on their birth year and following room sharing policy in certain property. Contact our consultant to know more.
- Single supplement
- Premium charge in order for a solo traveler to have a room all to his or herself.
- Transfer Inclusion
- This tour package rates include pick-up and drop-off from Sandakan Airport or city hotel in Sandakan. Additional charge per person applies for pick-up and drop-off outside this area and pick up time may vary.
Additional Notes
- Camera Fee at SOURC
- Note on Camera Use at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre: For any camera with zoom lens from 100 to 400mm, video camera or other video recording equipment for personal use are chargeable at RM10.00 per unit. For any camera (fixed-lens – 400mm and above ) or any film-making equipment are chargeable at RM1,000.00 per unit. Mode of payment is cash only.
- Travel light to Sukau Rainforest Lodge
- For the comfort and convenience of our guests, it is recommended to travel light by preparing an overnight bag for your stay in Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Complimentary storage in Sandakan will be provided for any extra luggage. (For guests departing & returning to Sandakan Only).
- Night Cruise
- Optional River Night Cruise tour at Sukau Rainforest Lodge is highly recommended to all our guests (available with a small fee)
- Things to Bring
- Bring along sun block lotion, personal toiletries, torch light, insect repellent, drinking water bottle, walking shoes, binoculars, camera, hat & raincoat.
- Bring Your Own Bottle
- Borneo Eco Tours is moving towards a single-use plastic free environment! So, please join our movement by bringing your own refillable water bottle during your time with us. Our vans and coaches are prepared with water containers so that you can refill your bottle anytime throughout the tour.
- Double or Twin Bed
- Double or twin bed cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check in.
- Travel Insurance
- Customers are encouraged to purchase their own travel insurance before travelling to Borneo. We recommend you to select a travel insurance policy that covers not only your medical expenses (including emergency repatriation) but also personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage. Doing so can prevent major disruptions and additional costs.
- Giving back
- Every international adult guest who stays at SRL contributes MYR 20.00 for Conservation Contribution (CC).
DURATION
- 6D5N
TOUR CODE
- BB10C
PHYSICAL
- Medium
MIN. TO BOOK
- 2
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