TOUR CODE: | ABSK-WA1505 |
DESCRIPTION: | 3D2N BILIT RAINFOREST LODGE - SEPILOK ORANGUTAN / KINABATANGAN RIVER / GOMANTONG CAVE / SANDAKAN |
REGION: | Sandakan |
DURATION: | 3 Days 2 Nights |
MINIMUM: | 1 Pax |
AVAILABILITY: | Everyday |
PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport |
PICK UP TIME: | 08:30 Hrs - 09:15 Hrs |
DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Sandakan City / Sandakan Airport |
DROP OFF TIME: | 13:00 Hrs / 14:00 Hrs / 16:00 Hrs (Depending Tour Option Chosen) |
Meet and pick up at your hotel lobby or Sandakan airport.
Journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre at the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve.
Upon arrival, your guide will provide a short briefing session before entering the Centre and 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 be taken on a 2-hour journey to the Bilit Jetty.
Upon arrival at the jetty, you will take a boat ride to Bilit Rainforest Lodge located at the Bilit Village.
A welcome drink is served upon your arrival at the Bilit Rainforest Lodge as you check-in.
Lunch is served for you to refuel and recharge!
Hop onto a river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in the evening to discover wildlife situated along the river where you will have the chance to see the Proboscis Monkey, rare bird species of Borneo, and maybe even Pygmy Elephants!
Dinner will be ready for you in the evening after your river cruise.
After dinner, you can go for a complimentary night safari cruise where you can spot nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds, or to have some leisure time to yourself before spending the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Rise early and enjoy some morning refreshment before heading out on an exciting morning river cruise to the Ox-Bow Lake. Cruise along the Kinabatangan River and discover an array of birds and wildlife waking up with the morning sun.
After the river cruise, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast before your next activity.
Next, take a short Kampung Walk, approximately 30 minutes, around the lodge and nearby Kampung Bilit. This leisurely walk offers a glimpse into the daily life and culture of the local village community.
After the Kampung Walk, enjoy some free and easy leisure time until lunchtime. Lunch will be served at the Bilit Restaurant.
Later in the afternoon, enjoy a refreshing tea break at 15:30 Hrs, followed by another exciting river cruise at 16:00 Hrs in search of more Proboscis Monkeys, wildlife, and a variety of bird species along the Kinabatangan River.
After the river cruise, unwind at your own pace until dinner is served at 19:30 Hrs.
Spend another peaceful night 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. You may get to witness the birds’ nest harvesting in action!
After your cave exploration, you will be taken to lunch in local restaurant.
It’s been 3 days and it’s time to bid an enjoyable trip goodbye as you are transferred to your respective hotels or Sandakan airport.
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)
Meals | 02 Breakfasts, 03 Lunches, 02 Dinners |
Includes | Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), English Speaking Guide, 02 Nights Accommodation, 03 River Cruises |
Accommodation | 02 Nights Bilit Rainforest Lodge (Standard Chalet) 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: