Birding in Borneo - East Coast

Be amazed by the richest and most exotic of birdlife of Borneo as you explore the East Coast of Sabah with our in-house Birding specialist guides.
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Overview
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Overview
Be amazed by the richest and most exotic of birdlife of Borneo as you explore the East Coast of Sabah with our in-house Birding specialist guides. Over 8 wonderful days, we'll cover the Sepilok Nature Reserve, the Kinabatangan River and the Tabin Wildlife reserve where there are more than 316 different birds, 20 of them endemic to Borneo. Stay at the award winning ecolodge Sukau Rainforest Lodge.
Key Highlights
Comfort in the Wilderness

Stay in comfortable accommodations throughout your birding tour, such as at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge and Borneo Rainforest Lodge.

Birding with a Specialist Guide

Discover the various bird species that can be found in the East Coast of Sabah, Malaysian, Borneo with our Specialist Guide.

Array of Bird Species

Borneo is home to 688 resident and migratory species of birds for you to discover, 59 of them endemic to Borneo.

Birding in Kinabatangan

Experience a unique birding escapade while you're on a river cruise along the Lower Kinabatangan.

Includes
  • Tours and transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Meals as specified
  • Private river cruise in Sukau
  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guide.
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Kota Kinabalu Airport or hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
Excludes
  • Domestic airfare (Kota Kinabalu(BKI) - Sandakan(SDK) - Kota Kinabalu(BKI))
  • Camera fee
  • Tourism Tax (TTx) flat rate of RM10 per room per night
  • Items not mentioned
Day 1: Sandakan - Sepilok
Touch down at Sandakan Airport and be greeted by your guide and captain. Transfer to Sepilok Nature Resort. Take your time to relax and unwind. Overnight at Sepilok area.
Dinner
Sepilok
Day 2: Rainforest Discovery Centre
Get ready for a full-day of birdwatching in Rainforest Discovery Centre and explore the wonders of Borneo's flora, wildlife and birdlife. Overnight at Sepilok area.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sepilok
Day 3: Sepilok - Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Another exciting day of birdwatching awaits in Sepilok with a chance of spotting Borneo's ginger apes, the Orangutans during feeding time. Depart to Sukau around noon on a 2.5hr boat journey through Sabah's longest river, Kinabatangan. Along the way, you'll get a chance to see some birdlife and wildlife. Check in at Sukau Rainforest Lodge and join in the afternoon river cruise for birdwatching. Enjoy a scrumptious dinner overlooking the riverbank followed by a slide presentation and interpretation by a naturalist guide.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 4: Sukau Rainforest Lodge - Kinabatangan River
Delight in a morning and late afternoon river cruise for more birdwatching. We would highly recommend our optional night cruise as it offers an opportunity to get up close with sleeping birds nesting on the lower branches of trees and opportunity for great photographs.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 5: Sukau Rainforest Lodge - Kinabatangan River
Another day with morning river cruise for bird watching. In the late afternoon, proceed 27 km overland journey to Gomantong Caves for birdwatching. Witness the exodus of over two million bats as well as raptors just outside of the Gomantong office.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 6: Sukau Rainforest Lodge - Lahad Datu - Utan Rainforest Lodge
After breakfast, proceed 2 hours overland to Lahad Datu before travelling another 2.5 hours on gravel road to Utan Rainforest Lodge another haven for bird watching enthusiasts.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Utan Rainforest Lodge
Day 7: Utan Rainforest Lodge
Another exciting full day of bird watching in Sungai Kapur Forest Reserve. Overnight at Utan Rainforest Lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Utan Rainforest Lodge
Day 8: Utan Rainforest Lodge - Transfer Out
After breakfast, it will be free and easy until check out. Transfer to Lahad Datu Airport for late afternoon flight to your next destination.
Breakfast
Remarks
  • Validity
    Rates are valid for travel by 31 March 2024
  • Availability
    This tour runs everyday. Prior booking required.
  • High Season Surcharge
    • MYR 300.00 per person at Sukau Rainforest Lodge (July - August)
    • MYR 100.00 per person at Utan Rainforest Lodge (July - August)
  • Transfer Inclusion
    This tour package rates include pick-up and drop-off from Kota Kinabalu Airport or hotels in Kota Kinabalu. Additional charge per person applies for pick-up and drop-off outside this area and pick up time may vary.

 

Additional Notes
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.

duration
8d7n
tour code
bb9b
physical
Soft
min. to book
2
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Sukau Rainforest Lodge is an award-winning ecolodge situated along the Kinabatangan River in Malaysian, Borneo offering the best of wildlife and nature experience. Sister company of Borneo Eco Tours.

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Lot 1, Pusat Perindustrian, Kolombong Jaya, Mile 5.5, Jalan Kolombong, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (60) 088-438300
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