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- Visit endangered orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, a facility that provides care for orphaned and confiscated primates and other local wildlife.
- One of the wildest places on earth, Borneo offers nature lovers a chance to spot sun bears, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, and so much more.
- Visit the mountainous village of Kampung Kiau where you’ll meet the locals, learn about a social enterprise that empowers women and enjoy a traditional lunch of regional favourites.
- Search for wildlife when you’re cruising the Kinabatangan River on a water safari and while you’re in the depths of the wilderness at your jungle lodge.
- During two days on glorious Manukan Island, there's plenty of time to soak up the relaxed beach vibe and to get close to marine life on an included snorkelling trip.
- As you travel across Borneo, you'll stay in a variety of different accommodation, from standard hotels, to jungle lodges. Some accommodation may have less amenities than a standard hotel, but the unique locations and proximity to nature make them stand out favourites.
- This trip doesn't include climbing Mt Kinabalu. If this is something that interests you, check out our Sabah Adventure (TMSC).
- This trip includes time spent travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It's all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. There are a few long days of travel, as you'll be covering a lot of ground. You will, however, make stops at interesting locations to break up the longer drives. Please read the Itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
Day 1: Kota Kinabalu
Day 2: Kundasang
Day 3: Kinabatangan River
Day 4: Kinabatangan River
Day 5: Sandakan
Day 6: Sandakan
Day 7: Manukan Island
Day 8: Manukan Island
Day 9: Kota Kinabalu
Day 10: Kota Kinabalu
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information
3. This trip includes a domestic flight. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. Excess luggage will incur additional fees payable at check in to the airline.
4. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Eastern Sabah before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. Further information can be found in our "Safety" section of the Essential Trip Information. You can find links to prominent government travel advisories our Travel Alerts page https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/travel-alerts
Itineraries
Day X
Your Plan
9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Boat, Plane, Private mini van
Lodge (3 night), Hotel (4 nights), Resort (2 nights)
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Kampung Kiau - Coffee production house tour
- Kampung Kiau - Community-based pineapple project
- Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Spotting Cruise
- Kinabatangan River - Morning wildlife spotting cruise
- Sandakan - War Memorial
- Kinabatangan - Visit to Gomantong Cave
- Sepilok - Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
- Sepilok - Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Sepilok - Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Manukan Island - Boat trip & snorkelling
- Kundasang - Kundasang War Memorial - MYR15
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (Two Days) - MYR40
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (One Day) - MYR30
- Kinabatangan River - Night Wildlife Spotting Cruise - MYR130
- Kota Kinabalu - Mari Mari Cultural Village (Entrance) - MYR130
Optional activities
- Kundasang - Kundasang War Memorial - MYR15
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (Two Days) - MYR40
- Kinabatangan River - Binocular Hire (One Day) - MYR30
- Kinabatangan River - Night Wildlife Spotting Cruise - MYR130
- Kota Kinabalu - Mari Mari Cultural Village (Entrance) - MYR130
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