| TOUR CODE: | ABLD-BRL12 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 4D3N BORNEO RAINFOREST LODGE & BLUE RINGS REEF – DANUM VALLEY DISCOVERY |
| REGION: | Danum Valley |
| DURATION: | 4 Days 3 Nights |
| MINIMUM: | 2 Pax |
| PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu City / Lahad Datu Airport |
| PICK UP TIME: | 08:30 Hrs |
| DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu City / Lahad Datu Airport |
| DROP OFF TIME: | 15:00 Hrs - 16:00 Hrs |
08:30 Hrs: Begin your journey with a warm welcome and pick-up from Lahad Datu Airport or your hotel. After a quick registration and briefing at the tour office, you’ll be ready to set off on your coastal-to-rainforest adventure.
09:00 Hrs: Fuel up with a hearty local breakfast at a lively Lahad Datu restaurant, where the bustling morning scene gives you a taste of daily life in Sabah.
10:20 Hrs: Travel 40 minutes to the Silam Coast Conservation Area (SCCA), a marine sanctuary managed by Sabah Parks. Climb the 30-metre Menara Kayangan, or “Tower of Heaven,” for panoramic views over the emerald coastline and the Sulu Sea.
11:00 Hrs: Continue to Tumunong Hallu Jetty and board a boat bound for Blue Rings Reef, where clear waters reveal thriving coral gardens and an abundance of marine life. Slip into the water with mask and fins to snorkel among schools of colourful reef fish and, if lucky, turtles gliding gracefully by.
12:00 Hrs: Set sail for Pulau Tabun, a small uninhabited island that serves as a nesting site for the rare Philippine Megapode, locally known as the Tambun bird.
12:30 Hrs: Journey on to Pulau Baik, home to the Japanese shipwreck Maiden Oasis. Over time, the wreck has become an artificial reef, now alive with corals and marine species that make it a fascinating snorkelling spot.
13:00 Hrs: Recharge with lunch at Payang Beach Restaurant, where you’ll be treated to Sabah’s flavours, from freshly caught seafood to local favourites infused with sour, sweet, and spicy notes.
14:30 Hrs: Spend a relaxed afternoon at Tumunong Hallu Beach, a pristine coastal hideaway where golden sands and turquoise waters invite you to unwind. Enjoy hi-tea by the shore, with shower and changing facilities available before you leave.
16:00 Hrs: Transfer inland for a 2.5-hour drive to Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL) in the heart of Danum Valley.
19:00 Hrs: Dinner at the lodge upon arrival, followed by check-in to your eco-luxury accommodation.
20:30 Hrs: Venture out on a guided night drive in an open-top vehicle. Keep watch for nocturnal creatures such as civets, flying squirrels, and perhaps even a leopard cat. (Weather permitting.)
07:00 Hrs: Begin the day with breakfast at the lodge, often accompanied by sightings of hornbills or the morning calls of gibbons.
09:00 Hrs: Embark on a guided trek through ancient rainforest to the Kadazandusun Burial Site (Coffin Cliff), an archaeological site steeped in cultural history. Continue to the View Point for breathtaking panoramas across the Danum Valley. Descend to the natural Jacuzzi Pool, where cool, clear waters provide a refreshing reward after the trek.
12:30 Hrs: Lunch at the lodge.
15:00 Hrs: Choose between another guided trek to uncover more of the valley’s flora and fauna or opt for a gentler adventure: tubing down the Danum River, drifting peacefully through the rainforest.
19:00 Hrs: Dinner at the lodge.
20:30 Hrs: After dinner, take a guided night walk on the lodge’s forest trails. With the beam of your flashlight, discover insects, frogs, and possibly a slow loris or tarantula hiding in the foliage.
07:00 Hrs: Breakfast at the lodge.
09:00 Hrs: Join your guide for a trek to Fairy Falls and Serpent Falls, two of Danum Valley’s scenic natural wonders. Experience the sights and sounds of the rainforest as you pass towering trees, vines, and streams along the way.
12:00 Hrs: Lunch at the lodge.
15:00 Hrs: Spend the afternoon on another guided trek in search of wildlife. Danum Valley is home to some of Borneo’s most iconic species, and with luck, you may spot orangutans, red leaf monkeys, hornbills, or even pygmy elephants.
19:00 Hrs: Dinner at the lodge.
20:30 Hrs: Optional night activity: either another night walk or a night drive in search of the valley’s nocturnal residents.
08:00 Hrs: Breakfast at the lodge. Enjoy a slow morning, taking in the sights and sounds of the rainforest one last time.
11:30 Hrs: Check out and enjoy lunch before departing for Lahad Datu. The 2.5-hour drive back brings your reef-and-rainforest adventure to a close.
| Meals | 04 Breakfasts, 04 Lunches, 01 Hi-Tea, and 03 Dinners |
| Includes | 03 Nights Accommodation, Meals as Stated, Entry Permit & Taxes to Conservation Area, Overland Transfers, Boat Transfers, Guided Snorkelling, Guided Jungle Walks, Safari Drives, English-Speaking Guide & Support Team |
| Accommodation | 03-Night Stay at Borneo Rainforest Lodge |
| Excludes |
Domestic Airfares (BKI>LDU>BKI), Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tourism Tax (TTx), Any Items Not Mentioned |
GENERAL INFORMATION
CHALETS
Tucked away in the heart of the jungle, the luxurious chalets of Borneo Rainforest Lodge provide the perfect rainforest retreat, seamlessly blending with the natural surroundings. These award-winning chalets are designed with excellent wall and roof insulation and a natural air ventilation system, ensuring a comfortable and eco-friendly stay. Guests can choose from various chalet options: Jungle, Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, and Premium Villas, all offering exceptional comfort in the midst of pristine rainforest.
Before departing from Lahad Datu, you may ask your driver to bring you to a local shop to buy "adidas kampung" (rubber trekking shoes) – the recommended shoes for trekking through Borneo tropical rainforest.