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12 Days 11 Nights - Sabah Unveiled Package
Tour Validity: From Now to 31st March 2013
Come and experience what Sabah has to offer, allow your senses to be pleasantly surprised with a whole new culture. Open your ears to hear the fascinating asian folklore and tales told by Sabah's tribal people or be enchanted by the numerous animals that resides in the bountiful rainforest. See yourself the colorful underwater world, speak to the marine creatures, greet the turtles and dance amongst the lively corals. Conquer the Mount Kinabalu and challenge your body and mind to newer heights. You will find that time passes by too quickly when you are in this eco-wonderland and you find yourself planning a return trip to discover even more.
Tour Highlights
Danum Valley
Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Turtle Island
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
Kinabatangan River Cruise
Oxbow Lake
Gomantong Cave
Kota Kinabalu & Sandakan City Tour
Sukau Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring
Padas White Water Rafting
Cultural Village
Beautiful Twin Islands Hopping
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DAY 01 SHANGRI-LA TANJUNG ARU RESORT & SPA
Arrive at Kota Kinabalu where you will be greeted and transferred to Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
DAY 02 KOTA KINABALU CITY TOUR / MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE
Half day city tour followed by cultural visit to Mari Mari Cultural Village to know more of the tribes in Sabah and the different types of home each tribe is staying. Have fun and enjoy the cultural shows performed by the tribes before proceeding for a delectable traditional lunch.
Overnight: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 03 PADAS WHITE WATER RAFTING
Depart for Padas White Water Rafting. Journey will take approximately 2 hours passing through the countryside offering views of paddy fields and villages. After lunch, take a century old train ride that traverse the Padas Gorge offering views of the Murut tribe villages and the Padas River. Arrive at starting point and enjoy the exhilarating ride down the rapids.
Overnight: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 04 KINABALU PARK & PORING HOT SPRING TOUR / SEAFOOD DINNER
Kinabalu Park is Malaysia first World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO for its outstanding universal values and the role as one of the most important biological site in the world. Located on the west coast of Sabah; it covers an area of 754 square kilometers surrounding Mount Kinabalu, which at 4095.2 meters, is the highest mountain between the Himalaya and New Guinea. The park is one of the most popular tourists spot in Sabah as well as in Malaysia.
Overnight: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Meal: Full Board
DAY 05 BEAUTIFUL ISLAND HOPPING (TARP)
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park (TARP) consists of a cluster of islands comprising Pulau Gaya, Pulau Sapi, Pulau Manukan, Pulau Mamutik and Pulau Sulug. The five islands of the Marine Park are characterized by shallow waters, sumptuous coral gardens and all boast splendid white sandy beaches. The islands of Sapi, Manukan and Mamutik lure in and tempt tourists from all over the continents, thanks to its colorful coral reefs and diverse marine life. Immerse yourself in crystal clear water or bask in the sun with a book in your hand while enjoying the island life.
Overnight: Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Meal: Breakfast, BBQ Lunch
DAY 06 DANUM VALLEY / BORNEO RAINFOREST LODGE
On a sprawling 438 square kilometer undisturbed lowland dipterocarp forest,lies nature's jewel called the Danum Valley Conservation Area. This area boasts one of the richest conservation areas in the world with over 200 species of tree per hectare thriving in it.
Take a flight to Lahad Datu and transfer by land to Danum Valley Conservation Area. Check into Borneo Rainforest Lodge and take a "Night Drive" in an open-air jeep in search of nocturnal animals.
Overnight: Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Meal: Full Board
DAY 07 JUNGLE TREKKING / KADAZANDUSUN BURIAL SITE
Visit the ancient Kadazandusun burial site, complete with belian coffins and ceramic spirit jars. You may also take a dip in the jacuzzi pool that is leech-free and safe for swimming. Later in the evening, go for trekking searching for wildlife. The lowland rainforest is home to many birds and mammals. Orange Utans, gibbons, and other primates, including the tarsier, as well as deer, wild cats and the rare Borneon Pygmy Elephant may be seen. Other notable species that inhabit the area are the Sun Bear and Sumatran Rhino.
Overnight: Borneo Rainforest Lodge
Meal: Full Board
DAY 08 LAHAD DATU / SANDAKAN / GOMANTONG CAVES / BILIT RAINFOREST LODGE
After breakfast, depart at 7:00hrs back to Lahad Datu. Proceed to Gomantong Caves located in the heartland of the Gomantong Forest Reserve. Explore the biggest bird’s nest cave in Sabah and the best-managed edible bird’s nest in the world. Continue to Kinabatangan River known as one of the world's richest ecosystems and the largest concentration of wildlife in South East Asian region until arrive to Kampung Bilit Jetty.
Take a boat transfer to Bilit Rainforest Lodge. Welcome drink, short briefing and check-in. Lunch at Bilit Restaurant. At 1600hrs join a river cruise in search of Proboscis monkeys, birds and other wildlife along the river bank.
Overnight: Bilit Rainforest Lodge, Sukau
Meal: Full Board
DAY 09 KINABATANGAN RIVER CRUISE / OX-BOW LAKE / JUNGLE WALK
Early morning, wake up to the calls of gibbons, hornbills and witness the morning rising of the sun. Join a morning cruise for bird watching. Jungle walk along the trail then cruise back. Return to lodge for late breakfast. Free at leisure. Lunch at Bilit Restaurant. At 1600hrs join a river cruise in search of more species primates and wildlife along the Kinabatangan River bank.
Overnight: Bilit Rainforest Lodge, Sukau
Meal: Full Board
DAY 10 SELINGAN TURTLE ISLAND
After breakfast, return to Sandakan and transfer to the Sandakan seafront jetty.Speed boat departs for Selingan Island, the main nesting area for green andhawksbill turtle, which lies 40km north of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea off Sabah'seast coast. Boat journey is approximately 1 hour. Check into simple accommodation facility and relax by the beach or take up snorkel at the nearbyreefs.
After dinner, Park Ranger will signal the appropriate time to view huge Green and Hawksbill turtles coming ashore to lay eggs. Witness the eggs being transferred to hatchery from the nesting site. Offer help to release baby turtles onto the shore and be overwhelmed by the emotion of seeing the turtles scrambling to the open sea by some natural instinct. Since the introduction of a conservative program in Selingan Island in 1967, a large number of turtles are now returning to lay their eggs and the chance to see the sea creature is almost certain every night. Overnight at the Island Chalet.
Overnight: Selingan Turtle Island Chalet
Meal: Full Board
DAY 11 SEPILOK ORANG UTAN REHABILITATION CENTRE / SANDAKAN CITY TOUR
After breakfast depart at 0700hrs, return to Sandakan. Proceed to the world famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre situated in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. Watch the video show documentary rehabilitation at orphaned Orang Utan before taking a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest to view the feeding platform. Witness the feeding of Orang Utan at 1000hrs. Lunch and continue to Sandakan City Tour. Visit Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple which offers a panoramic view of Sandakan Bay situated on the hilltop Tanah Merah. Sandakan Central Market, the most amazing variety of fresh seafood, and agricultural products. The Sim-Sim Water Village where houses are all built close to the water surface while observing the fascinating view of the sea. After tour transfer to Sabah Hotel for check-in. Free at leisure.
Overnight: Sabah Hotel (4 star)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 12 SANDAKAN AIRPORT
After breakfast, transfer to Sandakan Airport for flight back to Kota Kinabalu.
Meal: Breakfast
~ END OF TOUR ~
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| Meals |
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11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 06 Dinners |
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Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), Return Boat Transfer, English Speaking Guide, 11 Nights Accommodation. |
| Accommodation |
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02 Nights Sukau Bilit Rainforest Lodge or Similar, 01 Night Sabah Hotel, 05 Nights Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa (Mountain View), 01 Selingan Island Chalet, 02 Nights Borneo Rainforest Lodge (Standard Chalet). |
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Airfares, Camera and Video Fees, Alcoholic Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned |
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Note:
* High Season Dates (both dates inclusive) for Shangri-la Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Surcharge of RM 165.00 nett per room per night on:
05 Apr 2012 - 11 Apr 2012 (Easter Holidays)
15 Jul 2012 - 31 Aug 2012 (Summer Holidays)
21 Dec 2012- 04 Jan 2012 (Christmas / New Year)
07 Feb 2012 - 13 Feb 2012 (Chinese New Year)
28 Mar 2013 - 03 Apr 2013 (Easter Holidays)
*Upgrade to Kinabalu Seaview Rooms for Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Additional RM 100.00 nett per room per night
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Things You Should Bring:
- Good walking shoes
- Light raincoat
- Personal Toiletries
- Insect repellent
- Sun block
- Sun hat
- Binoculars
- Torchlight
- Camera
- Leech socks
Things You Should Know:
- Departure time varies from different hotels, please reconfirm with our staffs.
- Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings. Prices quoted are not inclusive of peak season surcharge.
- Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
Things To Note:
Recommended Flight
- Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu: Malaysia Airlines MH3010 (ETD 0700hrs - ETA 0755hrs).
- Flight from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu: Malaysia Airlines MH3092 (ETD 1110hrs - ETA 1200hrs).
About Sukau Bilit Rainforest Lodge:
Situated on the river bank of Lower Kinabatangan River, approximately 2 hours drive from Sandakan Town, the lodge is built on stilts from local hardwood materials and are beautifully designed to blend into nature giving a unique local native ambience in the midst of the tropical rainforest. A boardwalk connects the jetty, restaurant and all the chalets. It offers comfort and peaceful relaxation as well as a base for exploration of the incredible diversity of plant, mammal and bird life at the Kinabatangan region.
Birdlife is especially rich here including eight species of hornbills, kingfishers, egrets, darters, owls, kites, eagles, broadbills, doves, storm storks, herons, hawks, ospreys, falcon, pheasants, parakeets, bee eaters, woodpeckers, pittas, bulbuls, forktails, babblers, warblers, flycatchers, orioles, flowerpeckers, spiderhunters, among others.
A chance to get close with the wildlife of Borneo here including the endemic Borneon pygmy elephant, endemic proboscis monkeys, gibbons, macaques, orang utans, Sumatran rhinos, estuarine crocodiles, wild boars, sun bears and many others.
Lodge Facilities
> 12 semi-detached and 12 detached chalets.
> All rooms come with two queen size beds while 6 detached chalets come with a king sized bed.
> All rooms equipped with air-conditioning, private attached bathroom with hot and cold shower facilities, towels and toiletries.
> The restaurant comes with a bar by the riverside provides an ideal setting for dining and relaxation.
> Internet facilities and WIFI facilities are available at the restaurant.
> The lodge provides a family lounge, gift shop, an enclosed garden and river jetty.
> Hair Dryer
> Laundry Services
> Amenities
Daily Activities
> Guided jungle trekking
> Jetty fishing
> River cruises along the Kinabatangan River. River tours are conducted by boats powered by electric motors and four stoke outboard engines.
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