Day 1 Lahad Datu / Danum Valley Field Centre / Night Drive Depart from Lahad Datu Hotels / Airport by 08:00 Hrs and proceed 2 ½ hours overland journey to Danum Valley Conservation Area. Enjoy the changing landscapes of the regenerating forests to the pristine 130-million-year-old tropical rainforest of Borneo! Upon arrival, register at DVCA Reception & Information Building and check-in after briefing by DVFC staff. Enjoy your lunch provided at the dining hall. After lunch, have a chat with your nature guide to plan your days at DVFC. Relax or take your power nap before going on a mid-afternoon walk around the centre as an introduction to the tropical rainforest. The area surrounding the center is teeming with wildlife and it is not uncommon for you to spot resident orang utan, red leaf monkey, sambar deer, wild boar, hornbills, and other species. At 19:00 Hrs, return to the centre before sundown and enjoy your dinner. After dinner, venture into the forest on a 4x4 night drive to spot nocturnal wildlife (if weather permits). Overnight at Danum Valley Field Centre, Danum Valley. Lunch / Dinner Danum Valley Field Center (DVFC)
Day 2 Nature & Wildlife Observation / Night Jungle Walk Wake up early for morning nature and wildlife observation with your nature guide at 06:00 Hrs to experience the pristine ambience of the rainforest as it has been for millions of years. Return to the centre for your hearty breakfast, and afterwards, embark on a trail in the area if you wish. Spend late morning unwinding before lunch. After lunch, head off for another trek – there are various trails available near the centre, as well as longer, more challenging trails. Your nature guide will have to determine your fitness level before engaging you on a long hike. Return to the centre in late evening, just in time to watch the sky change colour as the daylight fades. After dinner, embark on a night walk with your nature guide in search of nocturnal wildlife (if weather permits). Overnight at Danum Valley Field Centre, Danum Valley. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Danum Valley Field Center (DVFC)
Day 3 Hike To Bukit Atur / Danum Valley / Overland to Lahad Datu Wake up as early as 04:30 Hrs for a 4x4 drive to Bukit Atur and be among the first to greet the first ray of the sun as it touches the valley (if weather permits) or rise at 06:00 Hrs for another morning walk with your nature guide. Return to the center for your hearty breakfast, and afterwards, rest or embark on a trail nearby the centre. Pack your belongings and check out before departing DVFC for your onward journey to Lahad Datu. Breakfast