| TOUR CODE: | ABSK-WA1509 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 5D4N SELINGAN TURTLE ISLAND & BILIT RAINFOREST LODGE - SEPILOK ORANGUTAN / TURTLE ISLAND / KINABATANGAN RIVER / GOMANTONG CAVE / SANDAKAN |
| REGION: | Sandakan |
| DURATION: | 5 Days 4 Nights |
| MINIMUM: | 1 Pax |
| AVAILABILITY: | Everyday |
| PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport |
| PICK UP TIME: | 09:00Hrs |
| DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport |
| DROP OFF TIME: | Depends on Your Flight Departure Time |
Meet and pick up at your hotel lobby or Sandakan airport.
You will be transferred to the Sabah Park Jetty in Sandakan where you will take a 1-hour boat ride to Selingan Turtle Island. The boat departs at 10:00 Hrs.
Located only 40 kilometres from North Sandakan, you will have the opportunity to see the main nesting areas of the Green Turtles and Hawksbill Turtles.
Upon arrival, lunch will be served for you to feast!
After lunch, you’ll be given some free leisure time to relax, go for a swim or even snorkel before dinner time.
After a jam-packed evening, dinner is served!
After dinner, a Park Ranger will inform you on the right time to encounter turtle laying their eggs along the beach. Get the chance to witness the collecting of eggs from the nestling site and into a safe hatchery and watch baby turtles scrambling out into the open sea upon their release on shore. An adorable sight not to be missed!
It’s time to hit the hay and rest up with an overnight stay at your Selingan Turtle Island Chalet.
Rise and shine! It’s time to fuel up and recharge with a hearty breakfast.
After breakfast, check out, embark on a journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre situated in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve.
Upon arrival, your guide will provide a short briefing session before entering the Centre.
You will then be brought to watch a short video documentary providing you with information on the rehabilitation of an orphaned Orang Utan.
Enjoy and explore as you get to encounter Bornean-endemic Orang Utans up close as they frolic in their natural habitat.
You will proceed to a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest where you can witness the Orang Utan feeding from a feeding platform.
After enjoying some time with the Orang Utans, you will proceed to Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
Sun Bear is the smallest bear in the world where their height of adult is around 120cm to 150cm (while standing); weight around 27kg to 65kg. You can easily spot white or yellowish crescent marking on its chests.
Then you will embark on a 2-hour journey through rustic countryside villages to the Bilit Jetty.
Upon arrival at the jetty, you will take a boat ride to Bilit Rainforest Lodge located along the lower end of the Kinabatangan River at the Bilit Village.
You will be greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival at the Bilit Rainforest Lodge as you check-in.
Lunch is served for you to refuel and recharge!
In the evening, you will be whisked away on a Kinabatangan River cruise to discover wildlife situated along the river. A few favourites include the Proboscis Monkey, rare bird species of Borneo, and maybe even Pygmy Elephants!
After your river cruise, dinner is served in the dining hall.
Next after dinner, you can go for an Complimentary night safari cruise where you can spot nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. Overnight at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
After a full day out, it’s time to have some leisure time to yourself before spending the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Begin your morning with some light refreshments before setting off on a serene river cruise to the Ox-Bow Lake. Glide along the Kinabatangan River and witness the rainforest awaken with the sights and sounds of birds and wildlife greeting the day.
After the cruise, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast to recharge for the day ahead.
Later, enjoy a leisurely 30-minute Kampung Walk around the lodge and nearby Kampung Bilit, offering a glimpse into the everyday life and culture of the local village community.
After your walk, the day is yours to relax until lunch is served at the Bilit Restaurant.
In the afternoon, gather for a refreshing tea break at 15:30 Hrs before heading out for another exciting river cruise at 16:00 Hrs. As you explore the riverbanks, keep an eye out for Proboscis Monkeys, colourful bird species, and a variety of other wildlife — and if you’re lucky, you might even spot the elusive Bornean pygmy elephant.
After the cruise, enjoy some free time before dinner at 19:30 Hrs.
Wrap up the day with a peaceful overnight stay at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
A hearty breakfast will be served to kick start the day!
It’s time for some cave exploring. You will be taken on a 30-minute drive to the famous Gomantong Caves!
Explore the Gomantong Caves – home to millions of bats and swiftlets.
If you’re lucky, you may get to witness the birds’ nest harvesting in action!
After your Gomantong Caves tour, you will be brought out for some well-deserved lunch in Local Restaurant.
After lunch, you’ll be transferred to Sabah Hotel (or similar) in Sandakan where you will have leisure time to yourself and spend the night, or join in any add-on tours.
OPTIONAL-ADD ON: SANDAKAN CITY TOUR OR RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTER (R.D.C) OR SANDAKAN WAR MEMORIAL OR AGNES KEITH HOUSE
(Additional charge of MYR 200/- per pax per tour)
Breakfast will be served in the hotel.
After breakfast, it’s time to check out and bid your 5-day trip goodbye as your as transferred to Sandakan airport or Hotel.
| Meals | 04 Breakfasts, 04 Lunches, 03 Dinners |
| Includes | Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), Return Boat Transfer, English Speaking Guide, 04 Nights Accommodation, 03 River Cruises, Turtle Island National Park Conservancy Fee |
| Accommodation | 02 Nights Bilit Rainforest Lodge (Standard Chalet) or Similar, 01 Night Turtle Island Chalet, 01 Night 4-star Sabah Hotel (or similar) |
| Excludes | Domestic Airfares (BKI>SDK>BKI), Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic & Carbonated Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Any Items Not Mentioned |
Optionals
Upgrade to Deluxe Chalets - Honeymoon or VIP Premier
Optional Add-On Tours : (SIC basis, min. of 2 persons)
(ADVANCE BOOKING IS REQUIRED)
Private River Cruise Service :
Cruising Time: