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4 Day itinerary in Malaysia, Asia

Sandakan Orangutan Experience 4D/3N

Discover an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Sandakan with close encounters at the renowned Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This eco-friendly tour includes jungle treks through Borneo’s lush rainforest, visits to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, and a cruise on the Kinabatangan ... Read More

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Sepilok Tropical Wildlife Adventure

By Sepilok Tropical Wildlife Adventure

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Sandakan

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Safari

Nature & Widlife

Wildlife

Adventure

Nature & Wildlife

Explorer Trips

Start/End

Night

Highlights

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Cruise the Kinabatangan River to spot rare wildlife

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Walk the thrilling canopy bridge in lush Borneo rainforest

3

Observe wild orangutans in their natural habitat at Sepilok

4

Explore vibrant mangrove swamps filled with unique species

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: Sandakan, Malaysia

Sandakan - Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre - Rainforest Discovery Centre (L/D)

Arrive at Sandakan airport and take a transfer to Sepilok Jungle Resort, enclosed within a tropical virgin rainforest and just 5 minutes walk from the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Watch one of the nature's most endangered animal species - the "orangutan" or "man of the jungle" in local language - which swings from branches to branches towards the feeding station. Then visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre to see the smallest bear in the world.

After lunch, go to the Rainforest Discovery Centre located within the famous Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. The Exhibition Centre and the Plant Discovery Centre will bring you a lot of information about the nature in the area. Then you will walk on a suspension bridge and end with the only Canopy Walk in Sandakan. Standing on 28m above the forest floor is truly amazing.

Have dinner and overnight.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

place Day 2: Sandakan - Bilit (Kinabatangan River), Malaysia

Sepilok - Bilit, Kinabatangan River (B/L/D)
After breakfast, depart Sepilok and head overland to Bilit for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a cruise along the Kinabatangan River to observe a variety of wildlife. The river is home to numerous species, including 10 species of primates, 8 species of hornbills, mangrove snakes, vipers, estuarine crocodiles, Asian elephants, and many other fascinating creatures.

Optional Activities:

- Night walk

- Tree planting

- Batik painting

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

place Day 3: Bilit (Kinabatangan River), Malaysia

Bilit, Kinabatangan River - Jungle Trekking - Bilit (B/L/D)

Wake up to the calls of gibbons and birds. Go on a river cruise before joining a guided walk in the jungle to see tons of lush flora and local fauna! Relax and train your ears to the many fascinating sights and sounds of the jungle wildlife. Trek back to your accommodation for lunch and go on another cruise. After dinner, you can go on a night walk (not included)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

place Day 4: Bilit (Kinabatangan River) - Sandakan, Malaysia

Bilit - Sandakan (B/L)

After breakfast, return to Sandakan. Have lunch enroute before going on a sightseeing tour of the city. Visit the Sandakan War Memorial Park, a Buddhist Temple, St. Michael’s Church, and the Central Market. Later, you will be transfered to the airport for your onward journey. End of the tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

What’s Included

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  • Lunch (4)
  • Dinner (3)
  • Breakfast (3)

Transport expand_less

  • All land & boat transfers
  • Sandakan airport transfers
  • Airport Transfers, Van & Boat

Activities expand_less

  • Active adventures
  • Gomantung Cave
  • Sandakan Sightseeing tour
  • Sepilok Centre and The Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
  • Kinabatangan River cruises
  • Jungle Trekking

Extras expand_less

  • Payments
  • Malaysian tourism accommodation tax
  • Entrance fees to Sepilok Centre & Gomantung Cave

Not Included expand_less

  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Other meals & drinks
  • Tips for guides
  • Malaysian Tourism Accommodation Tax
  • Camera fees for Sepilok Centre & Gomantung Cave
  • Optional activities

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