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Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies - Amazing Borneo Tours

Travel Period: 01 January 2023 till 31 December 2023

ALL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
Adult Traveller
I have a group of 2- 3 Pax
MYR 430
235
Adult Traveller
I have a group of 4- 9 Pax
MYR 410
225
Adult Traveller
I have a group of 10 - 19 Pax
MYR 385
220
Adult Traveller
I have a group pf 20 Pax & Above
Please Enquire for Group Price
Child Traveller
I am accompanying a group of Adults
MYR 335
165
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour Basis (shared guide & vehicle).
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

CHILD POLICY

  • Child rate applies for children between 3 - 11 years old.
  • Infant below 2 years old is FOC. 

OUTSKIRT HOTELS PICK-UP & DROP OFF SURCHARGES

  • Additional charges of MYR 80 per pax are applicable for outskirt hotels pick-ups. OutSkirt Charges are applicable for Hotels in One Borneo, Putatan, and within 20km radius of Kota Kinabalu City Centre.

PRIVATE TOUR SERVICE

  • Request for Private Transport for your tour (Min 2 pax to go) at the following rate:
    • RM 450 per Van
    • RM 760 per Luxury MPV

Tour highlights

  • Visit Klias River
  • Search for Proboscis Monkeys
  • Fireflies Sightings
  • Hi-Tea & Dinner
  • Hotel Pickup / Drop Off

Overview of Tour

Journey 112km from Kota Kinabalu City to the pristine Klias wetlands. Cruise your way down Klias River in an open boat in search of the endemic proboscis monkeys, long tailed macaques, the rare silver languor, and other wildlife along the river bank.

Get your cameras and binoculars on stand-by and keep your eyes peeled for the shy creatures chilling on the branches.

As dusk settles in with a sunset, enjoy the sights and sounds in a natural setting as you have a sumptuous village style dinner.  The show’s not over yet though, as there is one more trip through the mangrove swamp.  This time, it is graced by the secret rhythm of fireflies and their flickering lights.

Do remember though, while we are entering a natural habitat where wildlife sightings are common, it is NOT GUARANTEED.

About The Location

Located on the Klias Peninsula is the Klias Wetland, a Mangrove Forest Reserve. With the bizarre-looking proboscis monkey gaining as much popularity with the tourists as the orang utan, the Klias Wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah.

Did You Know

Proboscis Monkeys

Proboscis monkeys (Nasalis larvatus), nicknamed “Monyet Belanda” or “Dutchman”, are endangered mammals that are endemic to Borneo. Their key characteristics are the huge pendulous noses used to attract mates, big bellies, their striking colours fur coats for adults, and a permanently erect bright red penis seen in mature males. They live in organized harem groups consisting of a dominant male and up to 24 females with their offspring. They have webbed feet and hands to help them outpace the crocodiles, one of their main predators. Proboscis monkeys survive mainly on a diet of leaves, seeds, and unripe fruits but will occasionally consume insects as well. The only fruit they will eat are unripe fruits, as the sugars in ripe fruits can ferment in their stomachs and cause fatal bloating. 

Reviews

  • Lalitendu T 04/05/2023 Singapore

    It was well organised. Lunch was good. They took us deep into the forest to show us the monkeys and fireflies.

  • Yoko N 03/02/2023

    Joined the Klias river cruise with my two sons and it was one of the best tours ever. Richard, the tour guide, was so nice and kind to my kids, made this day very special for them. Although the bus ride was a bit long for nearly two hours one way, sheets were wide and comfy. Seeing many monkeys and fireflies, having delicious Malay foods were wonderful memories for us. The booking operators were so helpful that we also attended the two islands hopping tour, which was amazing too.

  • Genya Tsukada 27/6/2022 Japanese

    We watched a lot of proboscis monkeys and fireflies.This experience was completely beyond our expectation.
    In addition, Amazing Borneo provide really nice guide who had wide and deep knowledge and gave necessary infomation in appropriate timing.
    Thank you so much for your great tour!!!

Sample Itinerary

Day 1

Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Firefly

  • You will be picked up from the hotel lobby.
  • Commence journey to Kota Klias Peninsula (approximately 112km from Kota Kinabalu city), situated between Beaufort and Kuala Penyu. It will be a scenic 2 hours ride, passing local villages, fruit stalls, and small towns.
  • Some local hi-tea favourites awaits upon arrival at the jetty, before you get those binoculars on stand-by and ready for your safari river cruise.
  • Mosey down the Klias river in an open boat. Your tour guide will be there to point out any exciting wildlife sightings and share interesting facts. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive long-nosed proboscis monkey, long-tailed macaques, and birds such as Kingfishers, darters, and eagles. You will be able to differentiate the female and male proboscis monkeys by their behaviour.
  • After the exciting river cruise, enjoy a sumptuous dinner by the river lodge, typically consisting of meats marinated in different styles, rice, potatoes, and vegetables.
  • As darkness sets in, board the boat again to witness and be amazed by nature's Christmas lighting, the fireflies! Depending on weather conditions, you might even spot nocturnal animals like the flying fox and night bats.
  • Depart to Kota Kinabalu and transfer to your respective hotel.

Dinner

End
Meals 01 High Tea, 01 Dinner
Include Hotel Pickup & Drop off, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), Boat Ride, Meals as Stated and English Speaking Guide
Exclude Personal Travel Insurance, Alcoholic Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned

 

  • Long Trousers
  • T shirt
  • Cap
  • Shoes/Sandals
  • Raincoat or umbrella
  • Binoculars
  • Sunblock lotion
  • Sun hat
  • Insect repellent
  • Baby Car Seats (for infant aged 0-2) and Child Booster Seats (for children aged 3-11) are available for rental. Please check with your tour consultant for availability.
  • Binoculars can be rented with MYR 10 per set but subject to availability. You are advised to bring your own binoculars in order to visually enhance your experience of viewing Borneo's endemic wildlife in their natural habitat.
  • This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle.  Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee.  Please inform us when making the bookings.
  • Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings.  Do also note that sometimes the wildlife may be on distant trees rather than the river edge.  Thus, binoculars are provided for aid in 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.
  • Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.

Why Travel With Amazing Borneo

TAILORED LOCAL EXPERIENCES

For once, travel to get out and get real! Be wowed by our unexpected surprises along the way as we design experiences around you. Tell us and we will do it your way.

THE AMAZING TEAM

We are your friend in need! We make your adventures unique and unforgettable, alongside our fun-loving guides, sharing insights into the authentic local culture.

VALUE PRICE GUARANTEE

What are you actually paying for? We guarantee the unrivalled prices and services, allowing you to pay LESS and travel more, for that desired quality and satisfaction.

EAT LIKE A LOCAL

Particular about food? So are we! We handpick restaurants, including quaint eateries around the corner of the alleys to give you that immensely local dining experiences.

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