Day 1 Lahad Datu / INFAPRO / Afternoon Safari Drive / Danum Valley Field Centre / Birdwatching & Nature Observation / INFAPRO / Night Safari Drive (Note: The itinerary provided is a sample and is subject to changes based on weather, wildlife, and guest fitness. Your guide will make adjustments to ensure optimal experiences and safety throughout the tour.) Arrive in Lahad Datu by 08:15 Hrs and meet your guide for a 2.5-hour overland transfer to INFAPRO, a working reforestation site and conservation base. Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome, safety briefing, and check into the spacious, fan-cooled rooms at INFAPRO's resthouses, a comfortable upgrade from DVFC’s more basic lodgings. Enjoy a hearty lunch at the dining hall and take a short rest before departing at 15:00 Hrs for your first 4x4 safari drive to Danum Valley Field Centre (DVFC). Spot wildlife en route and explore trails around DVFC, where your guide will introduce you to the birdlife and biodiversity of the area. After dinner at INFAPRO, embark on a night drive to observe nocturnal species like civets, slow lorises, and owls (weather permitting). Lunch / Dinner INFAPRO
Day 2 Morning Safari Drive / Danum Valley Field Centre / Birdwatching & Nature Observation / Guided Night Walk Wake early and set off on a 4x4 safari drive into DVFC, arriving just in time for the magical dawn chorus – an orchestra of calls from hornbills, pittas, and broadbills. Spend the day trekking various forest trails, including riverine paths and ridgelines, searching for Borneo’s avian treasures like the Black-and-yellow Broadbill, Bornean Spiderhunter, and Great Argus. Take regular breaks at lookout points and forest shelters for photography and observation. After a fulfilling day in the field, return to INFAPRO for a restful evening. Post-dinner, join a guided night walk in search of nocturnal wildlife such as flying lemurs and nightjars. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner INFAPRO
Day 3 Morning Safari Drive / Danum Valley Field Centre / Birdwatching & Nature Observation / Guided Night Walk Depart again in the early morning for a morning safari drive and a full day of birdwatching at DVFC, visiting different sections of the trail system to increase the diversity of potential sightings. Your guide will adapt the route based on bird movements, sightings from previous days, and your preferences. The day offers another chance to experience Danum Valley’s lush rainforest and rich soundscape. Return to INFAPRO for dinner followed by another guided night walk, offering a fresh opportunity to encounter different nocturnal wildlife. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner INFAPRO
Day 4 Morning Safari Drive / Danum Valley Field Centre / Birdwatching & Nature Observation / Guided Night Walk On your last full day, continue your birdwatching journey with a morning safari drive and trail exploration at DVFC. The focus may be on revisiting favourite trails or targeting specific species not yet seen. The experience remains flexible to suit guest interest and environmental conditions. As always, the day concludes with a return to INFAPRO for dinner and a final night walk, rounding out your immersive rainforest experience. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner INFAPRO
Day 5 Bukit Atur Sunrise / INFAPRO / Lahad Datu Rise early for a pre-dawn drive to Bukit Atur viewpoint, where you’ll witness a spectacular sunrise over the mist-shrouded canopy, an unforgettable sendoff for birdwatchers and photographers alike. After returning to INFAPRO for a relaxed breakfast, you’ll have free time to unwind or reflect on your journey before checking out at 09:30 Hrs and your departure transfer at 10:30 Hrs. Depart for Lahad Datu in time for your outbound flight – your tour ends here. Breakfast