Day 1 Lahad Datu / Kawag Nature Lodge / Trek to Riverine Trail / Night Drive Make sure to recharge for the day with a good breakfast as you make your way from Lahad Datu to Kawag Nature Lodge (previously known as Kawag Danum Rainforest Lodge) at 10:30 hrs. Once you’ve arrived at the lodge, walk to the main building via a 200m boardwalk. Refresh yourself with a welcome drink. Upon registration, Front Office Personnel will give a short briefing on the facilities. Once that’s all done, it’s time to check-in to your rooms! Pamper yourself with a good lunch and we are ready to embark on a guided trek to Riverine Trail, passing through streams and jungles. Also, get the opportunity to spot some wildlife such as birds, macaques, and elephants. Make your way back to the lodge to indulge in a delicious and filling dinner. After dinner, embark on a night drive to take you deep into the jungles in search of nocturnal wildlife, though this depends on the weather. A long day awaits you the next day so it’s time to hit the sack! Good night! Lunch / Dinner Kawag Nature Lodge
Day 2 Observation Tower / Trek to Ali Baba Waterfall / Kawag River Rise and shine! It’s time to go on a morning walk at 06:00 hrs to the Observation Tower to do some birdwatching, with the sound of early birds chirping to greet us a good morning. If you prefer, you can choose to go on a morning along the Kawag Road. Breakfast awaits you at the lodge so you can reenergise for your next activity. A guided trek to Waterfall Trail takes you through the forest and a limestone cave. Remember to get your swimming gear ready if you’re planning to take a dip in Ali Baba Waterfall! Wildlife sightings of bearded pigs, elephants, and birds are also possible, so keep your eyes open! Time to head back to the lodge to freshen up after a long and tiring trek, where lunch awaits. Once you’ve rested well, embark on a guided walk along the Kawag River. If weather permits, water tubing is also a fun activity you can do though swimming will be at your own risk. Arrive back at the main lodge. You must be tired after a long day of activities so indulge yourself in a hearty dinner. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own time before having a good night’s sleep. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Kawag Nature Lodge
Day 3 Morning Walk / Trekking / Lahad Datu It’s an early morning for you today as you will be up and ready by 05:00 hrs to go on a guided walk up to the highest View Point Trail. Marvel from the top at the incredible panoramic view of the surrounding forests. Make your way back to the lodge where a hearty breakfast is waiting for you. Choose to go trekking again or enjoy your down time as you wish. Lunch is provided. Relax and enjoy your remaining time at Kawag Danum and take in the fresh air from the virgin jungle of Danum. It’s time to say goodbye to Kawag, though we’re sure the memories you make will stay with you for a long time. Depart for Lahad Datu Airport to catch your flight or be dropped off at your respective hotels in Lahad Datu town. Until we meet again! Breakfast / Lunch End