3D2N Sepilok Forest Edge Resort & Kinabatangan River Safari (Print Version)

TOUR INFORMATION

TOUR CODE:	ABSK-SFER02
DESCRIPTION:	3D2N SEPILOK FOREST EDGE RESORT & KINABATANGAN RIVER SAFARI
REGION:	Sandakan
DURATION:	3 Days 2 Nights
MINIMUM:	2 Pax
PICK UP POINT:	Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport
PICK UP TIME:	08:00 Hrs (Sandakan Area)
DROP OFF POINT:	Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport
DROP OFF TIME:	14:00 Hrs

* All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure.

Tour highlights

Stay at the charming Sepilok Forest Edge Resort, surrounded by lush tropical greenery and just minutes from top wildlife attractions in Sepilok
Witness orangutans in their natural habitat at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre during scheduled feeding sessions
Visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre and learn about conservation efforts to protect the world’s smallest bear species
Walk among treetops and explore botanical gardens at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers
Discover Gomantong Cave, known for its limestone formations, nesting swiftlets, and thousands of bats
Enjoy a river cruise along the Kinabatangan River to spot proboscis monkeys, hornbills, crocodiles, and the rare Bornean pygmy elephant
Visit Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary to see Borneo’s unique long-nosed primates up close in their natural mangrove habitat
A perfect mix of eco-adventure, close-up wildlife encounters, and a rainforest retreat in the heart of Borneo

Sample itinerary

Day 1 - Sandakan / Sepilok Forest Edge Resort / Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre / Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre / Rainforest Discovery Centre / Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Arrive at Sandakan Airport and begin your Borneo adventure.

Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre – stroll along a scenic wooden boardwalk through lush rainforest to the feeding platform, where semi-wild orangutans appear during the 10:00 Hrs feeding session.

Learn about orangutan rescue and rehabilitation at the Nature Education Centre through an engaging conservation video.

Continue to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre – observe the world’s smallest bear species from an elevated viewing deck and discover their behaviours, diet, and conservation challenges.

Enjoy a local lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Explore the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) – walk the towering canopy walkway for panoramic forest views, visit the botanical gardens, and enjoy birdwatching for hornbills, kingfishers, and other exotic species.

Savour a seafood dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight at Sepilok Forest Edge Resort, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the rainforest.

Meals : Lunch / Dinner Accommodation : Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Day 2 - Sepilok Forest Edge Resort / Gomantong Cave / Kinabatangan River Cruise

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Sepilok Forest Edge Resort.

At 09:00 Hrs, depart for Gomantong Cave, famous for its dramatic limestone formations and thriving swiftlet bird nest industry.

Join a guided cave exploration to learn about its unique ecosystem, the role of swiftlets in the local economy, and the cave’s ecological significance.

Continue your journey to Bilit, a charming village along the Kinabatangan River.

Savour a delicious lunch upon arrival, followed by some leisure time to soak in the riverside atmosphere.

Embark on an afternoon Kinabatangan River cruise, gliding past mangrove and riverine forests while spotting proboscis monkeys, hornbills, crocodiles, and, if lucky, the elusive pygmy elephant.

Witness the beauty of the Borneo rainforest as the sun sets over the river.

Enjoy a satisfying dinner in Bilit before returning to Sepilok Forest Edge Resort for another peaceful overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation : Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Day 3 - Sepilok Forest Edge Resort / Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary / Sandakan Airport

Enjoy your final breakfast at Sepilok Forest Edge Resort.

Depart for the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, set within a protected mangrove forest.

Watch the proboscis monkeys during their feeding sessions and observe their unique long noses, playful antics, and social interactions. Discover the sanctuary’s role in protecting these endemic primates and preserving their delicate mangrove habitat.

Savour a local lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Transfer to Sandakan Airport for your onward journey, bringing home unforgettable memories of Sabah’s wildlife and rainforest adventures.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Meals	02 Breakfast, 03 Lunch & 02 Dinner
Accommodation	02 Nights Accommodation in Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
Include	02 Nights Accommodation, Return Land Transfer (Seat-in Coach), Meals as Stated, Entrance Fees, English-Speaking Guide and English Speaking Support Team
Exclude	Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Personal Expenses, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tipping (Optional), Any Items / Activities Not Mentioned

ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

Check-in Time: 14:00 Hrs
Check-out Time: 11:00 Hrs

ACCOMMODATION

Chalets

Air-conditioned bedroom (queen and/or twin bed)
En-suite bathroom
Balcony
Refrigerator, fan, electric kettle, wardrobe
Basic amenities provided

Labuk B&B (Longhouse)

Bunk beds
Divided into Female, Male and Mixed Dorms
Each bunk bed includes a reading light and a locker with a built-in power outlet
Basic amenities provided

MEAL TIMES & DINING

Nest Dining Restaurant

Breakfast: 07:00 Hrs - 10:00 Hrs
All-day dining: 07:00 Hrs - 22:00 Hrs (Last order 21:30 Hrs)

Bar

Opening hours: 10:00 Hrs - 22:00 Hrs

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC): Approx. 10-minute walk
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre: Approx. 20–25-minute walk
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre: Approx. 20–25-minute walk
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary: Approx. 30-minute drive

THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING

Insect repellent
Raincoat
Water bottle
Sun hat
Good walking boots
Comfortable clothing (preferably not bright colours)
Camera
Binoculars
Sun block
Personal medication
Leech socks

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

Please ensure you are holding an air ticket to Sandakan.
Recommended flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan: Malaysia Airlines MH2042 (ETD 0705Hrs / ETA 0745Hrs)
Recommended flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu: Air Asia AK6499 (ETD 1820hrs / ETA 1910hrs)
The above flight timings are suggestions and subject to changes. Please always check with the airline schedules for the correct flight timings that are most suited to your needs.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE

This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
Activities are subject to weather conditions, and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.
Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings.
Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staff. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia has implemented a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTx). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of accommodation star level. The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and is required to present a valid identification upon check-in for the exemption.
Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.