Day 01 Arrival at Tawau town
Arrived Tawau Airport, transfer to Marco Polo Hotel for check In.
Day 2 Transfer to Lahad Datu / Tabin Wildlife Resort
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Early in the morning transfer to Lahad Datu (2-3hours) by minivan and proceed to Tabin Wildlife Reserve, one of the largest wildlife reserve in Malaysia, on gravel road about 1 hour. Upon arrival, register, unpack and rest. In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano located nearest to Tabin base. After trekking through the jungle for twenty minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano that is known to be frequented by deer, wild boars,
elephants and birds. Look out for and identify footprints of animals. Those adventurous can experiment the effect of the volcanic mud said to be responsible for fine complexion. After dinner, there will be night activities to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds.
(You'll need to catch the earliest transfer to Lahad Datu and get them to send you directly to to Tabin Wildlife Office, located at Fajar. As you need to follow their schedule transfer to Tabin, otherwise if you miss the schedule transfer, you need to pay for the unscheduled transfer by paying RM 80.00 per person and you might miss out some tour as well.)
Kinabatangan Safari Adventure
Day 3 Depart for Sandakan
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Begin with Tabin tour in the morning. After lunch depart to Sandakan jetty (3 hours) for boat journey to Sukau along Sabah's longest river, Kinabatangan with opportunity to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats. Late afternoon
take a river cruise using electric motor in search of some of the 10 primate species including Proboscis monkeys as they settle down on treetops along the Kinabatangan River. Overnight in Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.
Day 4 Kinabatangan River Safari & Gomantong Caves
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Pick up for 0600hrs morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to view more birds and wildlife. Proceed to the Kelenanap ox-bow lake for a short jungle walk (if weather permits). Experience the wilderness of Borneo.
In the afternoon, Proceed 27 km overland to Gomantong Caves. Trek 20 minutes through the rainforest to the cave entrance. Your guide will brief you on the cave faunas including bats, swiftlets and crabs among others and their
contribution to maintaining a balanced ecology and significance to the local economy. When in season, witness the collecting of birds' nests by the local people using bamboo ladders and poles. After dinner an optional night safari
cruise (at a surcharge) spotting nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. Overnight at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.
Package Includes:
* 02 night accommodation at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
* 01 night accommodation at Tabin Wildlife Resort
* English Speaking Guide
* Meals as specified, entrance fee where applicable
* Return land and boat transfers based on sharing basis.
This Package Excludes:
* Camera/Video camera fees
* Beverages(alcoholic/carbornate/juice) * Flights |
Day 5 Depart to Sandakan town/Sepilok Orangutan Rehab Centre/ Transfer to Semporna
(Breakfast/Lunch)
Return to Sandakan by Boat, Transfer to Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre for video show. Trek ten minutes through the rainforest on wooden plankwalks to witness the feeding of the orang utans at 1000hrs. After breakfast, return
to Sandakan by boat journey. Have lunch before we proceed for a short tour of Sandakan town including the Sandakan War Memorial. Transfer by minivan from Sandakan to Semporna. Check in at Seafest Hotel
Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort
Day 6 Transfer to Kapalai Resort
(Breakfast /Dinner)
Staff from Sipadan Kapalai Resort will escort you to the Jetty. Proceed to PSR Jetty at 0830hrs for speedboat transfer to Sipadan Kapalai Resort.
Day 7 Sipadan Kapalai Resort
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Sipadan Kapalai Resort
Day 8 Sipadan Kapalai Resort
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Sipadan Kapalai Resort
Day 9 Sipadan Kapalai Resort
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Sipadan Kapalai Resort
Day 10 Sipadan Kapalai Resort
(Breakfast/Lunch)
Depart Resort at 1330hrs by speedboat. Arrived Semporna at 1430hrs, transfer to Tawau Airport for flight home.
Package Includes:
* Meet and land transfer from Tawau Airport to our private jetty at Semporna (85 mins) & return transfer
* Boat transfer to Kapalai & return
* Accommodation on a twin sharing basis on the resort
* Provide diving around Sipadan, Kapalai & Mabul * Fresh food cooked by chef buffet style
* Afternoon snacks served after 3rd dive, tea/coffee, cold water and cordial served through out the day |
Flight Schedule
TBA
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Please Note:
* 100% charge for request of a Private Tour/Transport
* English speaking driver /guide provided
* Rates quoted are nett, inclusive of 5% government tax and 10% service charge
* 3.5% of bank charge will apply if payment by credit card * TT charges are to be borne by customer
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TourDescription
Destination Borneo ~ Sabah ~ Tawau ~ Lahad Datu ~ Tabin Wildlife Reserve ~ Kinabatangan River ~ Gomantong Caves ~ Sandakan ~ Sepilok OrangUtan Rehabilitation Centre ~ Semporna ~ Mabul/Kapalai/Sipadan Islands 
