Day 1 Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre / Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre / Sukau Rainforest Lodge (By Land / By Boat) On arrival at Sandakan Airport, transfer to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. We proceed to watch a video show about the plight of the Orang Utans and the rehabilitation efforts ongoing at the Centre. Walk ten minutes through the rainforest on wooden boardwalks to witness the feeding of the orang utans at 1000hrs, and then we continue to the newly completed enclosed nursery area for young orang utans. Thereafter visit the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre to learn about conservation of the world’s smallest bear. Depart for an estimated 2 hours overland journey to the multi awards winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Take an afternoon river cruise in search of wildlife and birds using a boat with hybrid system of outboard and Page19 electric motor (depending on river current). Enjoy candle light dinner overlooking the riverbank followed by slide presentation and interpretation by naturalist guide. Stay overnight at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Superior Room/Borneo Villa. Remark: Scheduled Overland Transfer from Sandakan to Sukau: 1330 HRS Note: Unscheduled Transfer will incur an additional surcharge. Note on Camera Use at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre: For any camera with zoom lens from 100 to 400mm, video camera or other video recording equipment for personal use are chargeable at RM10.00 per unit. For any camera (fixed-lens - 400mm and above) or any filmmaking equipment are chargeable at RM1,000.00 per unit. Mode of payment is cash only. Important Notes For the comfort and convenience of our guests, it is recommended to travel light by preparing an overnight bag, per person before arriving in Sukau Rainforest Lodge. A complimentary storage is provided for any extra luggage. (For guests departing & returning to Sandakan only) Every boat for the river cruises are equipped with outboard engines and electric motor. With its clean and quiet operation, the electric motor will be turned on to maneuver the boat only during wildlife viewing (if location and river current permits). This way, you’ll be able to truly enjoy the wildlife experience without disturbing the peace and quiet of the natural surroundings. Lunch / Dinner Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 2 Kinabatangan River / Hornbill Boardwalk / Orang Utan Talk / River Cruise (By Land / By Boat) Take a 0600hrs morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap oxbow lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, proceed for an educational tour along the lodge’s Hornbill Boardwalk with our in-house naturalist. After lunch, join our in-house Orang Utan Talk activity. In the afternoon, we proceed for another river cruise for more wildlife. Stay overnight at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Superior Room/Borneo Villa. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Day 3 Return to Sandakan / Rainforest Discovery Centre (For those with evening flight) / (By Land / By Boat) After breakfast, return to Sandakan by boat/overland journey. After lunch we will proceed to airport for the 1430hrs flight to Kota Kinabalu. For those taking the evening flight, we will have a chance to visit Rainforest Discovery Centre. Take a bird view of the centre from the canopy walk and hanging bridge, explore the botanical garden, home to various species of flora. Afterwards, head over to the airport for your flight. Remark: Scheduled Overland Transfer from Sukau - Sandakan: 0900HRS Scheduled Boat Transfer from Sukau - Sandakan SYC Jetty: 0900HRS Note: Unscheduled Transfer will incur an additional surcharge (Overland) / Any departure EARLIER THAN 1400HRS will strictly be overland basis with a surcharge. However this is still subject to your onwards destination (Boat) Breakfast / Lunch End