4D3N Deramakot Wildlife Safari - Bird Watching and Rare Mammal Sighting (Print Version)

TOUR CODE:	ABSK-DFR02
DESCRIPTION:	4D3N DERAMAKOT WILDLIFE SAFARI - BIRD WATCHING AND RARE MAMMAL SIGHTING
REGION:	Telupid
DURATION:	4 Days 3 Night
MINIMUM:	1 Pax
AVAILABILITY:	Daily
PICK UP POINT:	Sandakan Airport / Sandakan City Hotel
PICK UP TIME:	09:00 Hrs - 10:00 Hrs
DROP OFF POINT:	Sandakan Airport / Sandakan City Hotel
DROP OFF TIME:	14:00 Hrs

* All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure.

An immersive 4-night stay at Deramakot Forest Reserve where you can find 75% of Borneo’s mammal species
Encounter diverse wildlife, including Bornean cats, hornbills, and orangutans
Expert-guided 4x4 safaris through the pristine tropical forest, including dawn and dusk drives to witness the rainforest's stunning landscapes and nocturnal creatures
Unforgettable wildlife encounters and captivating natural wonders

Day 1 - Sandakan / Overland Telupid / Deramakot Forest Reserve

09:30 Hrs - 10:00 Hrs: Begin your adventure with a pickup from Sandakan Airport or your hotel lobby.

Enjoy a scenic 2½ hour transfer to Telupid town with a lunch stop along the way.

Brace yourself for a thrilling 2-hour drive along rugged gravel roads deep into the heart of Deramakot Forest Reserve.

Encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including Bornean cats, hornbills, orangutans, and pygmy elephants.

Receive an informative briefing from your specialist guide upon arrival and check-in at the park’s chalet.

Unwind until dinner and then embark on a 2-hour 4x4 night safari to explore the forest's nocturnal wonders.

Return to your chalet for a restful overnight stay filled with lasting memories of Deramakot's captivating biodiversity.

Meals : Lunch / Dinner Accommodation : Deramakot Forest Reserve

Immerse yourself in the captivating ambience of the rainforest with three thrilling 4x4 safaris spanning seven hours in total.

Wake up early for a 4x4 dawn drive, navigating through the wilderness to discover wildlife amidst the stunning morning rainforest.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the dining hall before spending the morning at leisure.

Head out on a late afternoon 4x4 drive to increase your chances of encountering more wildlife.

After dinner, depart for another 4x4 night drive to search for nocturnal creatures before retiring to your chalet for the night.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation : Deramakot Forest Reserve

Delve deeper into the rich biodiversity of Deramakot with morning and late afternoon 4x4 safari drives.

Witness captivating natural wonders during an early morning wildlife safari.

Enjoy leisure time at the dining hall before embarking on a late afternoon 4x4 drive to the Balat outpost.

Conclude your day with a delightful dinner and retreat to your chalet for a restful overnight stay.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation : Deramakot Forest Reserve

Take a final morning stroll to spot wildlife in the Borneo rainforest before indulging in breakfast at the dining hall.

08:30 Hrs: Check out and bid farewell to Deramakot as you depart for Sandakan.

14:00 Hrs: Drop-off at Sandakan Airport or nearby hotels, marking the end of your unforgettable Borneo adventure!

Meals : Breakfast

Meals	03 Breakfasts, 03 Lunches, and 03 Dinners
Includes	Scheduled Transfers (09:30 Hrs – 10:00 Hrs: Depart Sandakan for Deramakot, 08:30 Hrs: Depart Deramakot for Sandakan), Meals as Stated, Entrance Permit, English Speaking Guide, 03 Nights Accommodation, Guided Jungle Walks, 4x4 Safari Drives
Accommodation	3-Night Stay at Deramakot Forest Reserve (Park’s Chalet)
Excludes	Domestic Airfares, Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tourism Tax (TTx), Any Items Not Mentioned

Comfortable cotton T-shirts paired with outdoor pants (breathable, quick-dry material in earthy tones)
Raincoat
Cap/Hat
Insect Repellent
Good Trekking Shoes
Leech Socks
Head Torch or Torch Light
Selection of Dry Bags (to keep trek bag content dry)
Swimwear
Binoculars
Personal First Aid Kit, Toiletries, and Medications

Please ensure you are holding an air ticket to Sandakan.
Standard check-in and check-out times for most hotels and resorts are 14:00 Hrs and 12:00 Hrs. However, check-in and check-out times may vary depending on each accommodation. So kindly check with us to get accurate check-in and check-out times for your accommodation.
Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia will be implementing a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTx). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of accommodation star level. The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and are required to present valid identification upon check-in for the exemption
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This package is based on a join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. A private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
Activities are subject to weather conditions and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.
Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings.
Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
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