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Get straight into the wilds of north Borneo, exploring the pristine tropical rainforest with a private ranger guide. Jungle trekking and wildlife observation in the rainforest. Climb to the summit of Southeast Asia's highest peak, Mount Kinabalu. Pamper yourself at one of Borneo's finest beach resorts.
Itinerary
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On arrival, meet your Tour Executive who will assist and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is for your to explore the old colonial city centre of Kuching or just be at leisure. Stay two nights in Kuching.
After an early breakfast proceed to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre to view orphaned or rescued semi-wild orangutans in a natural setting. Later continue to Bengoh, the starting point of your kayak adventure. Float down a river that meanders through spectacular limestone hills clad with tropical rainforest and punctuated with Class 1 to Class 2 rapids providing a thrilling water ride. Visit a friendly Bidayuh Village, have a swim in the cool refreshing mountain water and enjoy a light picnic lunch on the sandy riverbank.
Today after an early breakfast drive to Batang Ai reservoir. Along the way stop for lunch and stroll around the shops at Lachau Bazaar. Board a local longboat and travel upriver to the Iban village. After free to explore and evening visit Nanga Sumpa longhouse. Relax on the ruai (common verandah) and spend time with the Iban people. Interact with the community; learn about their culture and enjoy some local rice wine. Stay overnight at Nanga Sumpa lodge.
Following breakfast hike, the jungle trails along the river to another community then continue upriver by longboat. On the way relax, swim, enjoy the Enseluai waterfall and rainforest surroundings. After BBQ lunch trek for 1-2 hours along a rainforest trail through the orangutan habitat and arrive at the jungle camp. After dinner spend a quiet evening or go for a night walk near the lodge and enjoy the tranquillity of the forest. Stay two nights at Lubok Kasai jungle camp.
After breakfast depart 0830-0900 hours and go trekking on one of the rainforest trails to look for orangutans and other wildlife like pig-tailed macaques, hornbills and a variety of birds. Return for the lunch at the camp, relax at the lodge or go for a swim in the river. Around 1600 hours depart on a 1-2 hour walk along a trail that follows the Lalang River and search of orang-utans.
After breakfast transfer to board flight to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay.
Transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport to board flight to Lahad Datu. On arrival transfer to Tabin Wildlife Reserve and afternoon take a short trek through the jungle to the Lipad mud volcano. After dinner, enjoy a slide presentation on Tabin’s uniqueness, followed by a Night Safari to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Stay overnight in Tabin Wildlife Resort.
After breakfast, drive to the core area for animal spotting before trekking through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animals including the Borneo pygmy elephant, wild cats amongst other elusive Borneo wildlife species. After some rest take a dip in the natural pool followed by a lunch and a short break.
In the afternoon take a short trek through the jungle to the Lipad mud volcano. Your guides will set up camp for the night at the observation tower. Stay alert during the night to observe any visits by wildlife to feed on minerals at the mud volcano. Stay overnight in the camp.
Early in the morning, break camp and return to the Tabin Wildlife Resort. After breakfast, stroll to the nearby Rock Pool or wander along the river where groups of macaques and other small mammals can sometimes be seen. Dinner followed by a night safari to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Stay overnight in Tabin Wildlife Resort.
Enjoy your leisurely breakfast in the serene environment at the Café and observe birds, small mammals and insects that are active in the vicinity. On-time transfer to Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge via Lahad Datu and Sukau to observe Borneo riverine wildlife – endemic proboscis monkeys, macaques, hornbills, crocodiles, macaques, elephants and occasionally orangutan. 1630 hours go on a river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to the Menanggul River in search of proboscis monkeys, birds, reptiles and other wildlife. Stay two nights at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge (non-air conditioned).
0630 hours take a boat trip for bird watching and wildlife viewing at the nearby Ox Bow Lake. Then return to the lodge for breakfast. Free at leisure to relax. 1630 hours venture on another river cruise down the Menanggul River in search of wildlife. Return to the lodge at dusk. Evening at leisure.
Inclusion
13 nights accommodation in a hotel
Jungle lodges and Camp
Assistance and transfers by car and boats
Meals as specified
English speaking local guide
Rainforest Kayaking and Semenggoh Orang Utan Center tour
Kinabalu National Park Botanical tour
Sightseeing as specified
Meals as specified
Entrance fees
Airfare Kuching - Kota Kinabalu - Lahad Datu in economy class
Bottled water while travelling and current collectable taxes
Exclusion
Any international or domestic airfares
Train fares other than specified in the what's included a section
Airport taxes, visa & passport fees
Extra baggage charges
Early check-in or late checkout
Meals other than specified in the what's included a section
Tips & gratuities
Travel & medical insurance
Camera & video permits
Expenses incurred due to flight/train cancellation or delay
Any expense of a personal nature, like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, postage etc
Any optional excursion or tour
Entry charges at monuments/forts etc
Any other expense not mentioned in the what's included sections
