Sabah Nature Safari
- MYR 4,703.00
per person twin share
- MYR 4,494.00
per person twin share
Overview
Explore Sabah’s fantastic beauty on a 7 day journey with us, capturing the best parts including the nearby Tunku Abdul Rahman marine park islands, the Mount Kinabalu world heritage areas, turtle watching at Selingan island and round the trip off with 2 nights at the multi-award winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge to experience the wildlife of Borneo.
Featuring stay at:
- 03 nights stay in Kota Kinabalu
- 01 night stay at Selingan Island
- 02 nights stay at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Tour Highlights
- A brief city tour on your first day
- Relax in cyrstal clear water at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
- Explore Kinabalu Park, a world heritage site and its surrounding area
- Watch turtles laying eggs onshore at Selingan Island
- 02 late afternoon river cruises and 01 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 – Kota Kinabalu – Night Market
Arrive in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to your hotel. We will pick you up in the evening for a city tour. Catch the sunset at Signal Hill overlooking the city centre and the offshore islands. Then, visit the night market to check out the wide array of local spices, souvenirs, fruits and vegetables. Proceed to a restaurant for dinner before we return to your hotel.
- Dinner
- Overnight at The Luma, Kota Kinabalu
Day 2 – Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Transfer to jetty for a 20-minutes boat ride to one of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park islands for a day of relaxation. Immerse yourself by snorkeling in a crystal clear water among coral reefs and rainbow-coloured fishes. Enjoy your packed lunch by the beach before venturing for a swim or simply laze away. A great way to dispel the jet lag as you’ll almost certainly be well relaxed and rested after this.
- Breakfast and Packed Lunch
- Overnight at The Luma, Kota Kinabalu
Day 3 – Kota Kinabalu – Kinabalu Park – Kota Kinabalu
Drive 2 hours overland journey to the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu at 1500m above sea level. Have a short stop at Pekan Nabalu market to savour local fruits in season. Visit the Education Centre and Botanical Garden in Kinabalu Park Headquarters. If weather permits, take a guided walk on one of the trails in the cool surrounding to explore the montane forest. Return to Kota Kinabalu for a good night’s rest.
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Overnight at The Luma, Kota Kinabalu
Day 4 – Kota Kinabalu – Sandakan – Selingan Island
Transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport for 40 minute morning flight to Sandakan and arrive before 0800 hours. On arrival, transfer to jetty for 1-hour boat ride to Selingan Island. Enjoy leisure to explore island, swim and snorkel. After dinner, wait for signal from the Park Ranger before proceeding to watch Green Turtle lay eggs on the beach, transplanting of eggs to hatchery and release of baby turtles to the sea.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight at Selingan Island
Day 5 – Selingan Island – Sepilok – Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Return to Sandakan and head to Sepilok Orang Utan 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 boat journey 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.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 6 – 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 7 – Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Sandakan – Transfer out (by boat)
Have breakfast before leaving for Sandakan by speedboat. Once we reach Sandakan we’ll stop by for lunch.
For flights in the afternoon, we’ll proceed to the airport for the 1430hrs flight to Kota Kinabalu.
For those taking the evening flight, you’ll have a chance to visit Rainforest Discovery Centre. Take a bird view of the centre from the canopy walk and hanging bridge, explore the botanical garden, home to various species of flora. Stop by Sandakan Memorial Park for a short visit if time permits before leaving for the airport.
- Breakfast and Lunch
Rates
| Rates Per Person | Single Supplement |
|---|---|
| MYR 4,703.00 | MYR 970.00 |
Notes
- Validity
- Rates are valid for bookings made from 23rd March – 29th Feb 2024. Travel within the year of 2024. Not applicable during high season (July – August).
- Availability
- This tour runs everyday. Prior booking required.
- High Season Surcharge
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MYR 200.00 at Sukau Rainforest Lodge (July – August)
MYR 50.00 at The Luma (15th July 2023 – 31st Aug 2023 , 21st Dec 2023 – 1st Jan 2024, 9th Feb 2024 – 15th Feb 2024)
- Children Discount
- 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
- 7D6N
TOUR CODE
- BB10A
PHYSICAL
- Soft
MIN. TO BOOK
- 2
- MYR 2,941.00 per person
- MYR 6,649.00 per person