| TOUR CODE: | ABLD-DVIP07 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 5D4N DANUM VALLEY BIRDWATCHING WITH INFAPRO CONSERVATION STAY |
| REGION: | Danum Valley |
| DURATION: | 5 Days 4 Nights |
| MINIMUM: | 2 Pax |
| AVAILABILITY: | Pre-Book Needed |
| PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu / Lahad Datu Airport |
| PICK UP TIME: | 08:00 - 08:15 Hrs |
| DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu / Lahad Datu Airport |
| DROP OFF TIME: | 13:30 - 13:45 Hrs |
(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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Meals | 04 Breakfast, 04 Lunch, 04 Dinner |
| Accommodation | 04-Night Stay at INFAPRO |
| Includes | 04 Nights Accommodation, Meals as Stated, Scheduled Return Land Transfer (09:30 Hrs LDU-DVFC on arrival day & 09:30 Hrs/11:30 Hrs DVFC-LDU on departure day), Conservation Fees, Entrance Fees, English-Speaking Specialised Bird Guide, Guided Jungle Trekking, 01 Night Safari Drive, 03 Guided Night Walks, 01 Sunrise Drive, Access to INFAPRO Project Area, Travel Pack (Linen Bag, Leech Socks, 750ml Reusable Water Bottle) |
| Excludes | Optional Activities, Domestic Airfares, Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tourism Tax (TTx), Any Items / Activities Not Mentioned |
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIME
Check-in Time: 10:30 Hrs
Check-out Time: 09:30 Hrs
ROOMS
Agathis Standard Resthouse
Gagil Deluxe Resthouse
DINING
Meals are served buffet-style at the nearby dining hall. Special dietary requests can be accommodated with advance notice.
(Note: 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.)