Itinerary - Raw Wildlife Encounters

TABIN WILDLIFE TOUR
9D8N
DAY 01: Arrival in Sandakan
DAY 02: S andakan Research & Development
Centre / Sepilok
DAY 03: Sandakan / Selingan Island
DAY 04: Selingan Island / Sukau
DAY 05: Sukau
DAY 06: Sukau
DAY 07: Sukau / Tabin Wildlife Resort
DAY 08: Tabin Wildlife Resort
DAY 09: Tabin / lahad Datu Airport
LEGEND
Transport
Tickets
Guide
Accomodation
Meals
ARRIVAL IN SANDAKAN
SANDAKAN RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT CENTRE /
SEPILOK ORANG UTAN CENTRE
Upon arrival at Sandakan Airport, we will meet you and transfer you to
accommodation at Sepilok Nature Resort.
Today, we visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Watch a
short video documentary of the rehabilitation activities before taking a
boardwalk through the lowland rainforest to witness the feeding of the
Orang Utan at 1000hrs. We will then visit the Sun Bear Conservation
Centre before we proceed to Rainforest Discovery Centre. Take a bird
view of the centre from the canopy walk and hanging bridge before
exploring the botanical garden, home to various species of flora. Return
to Sepilok Nature Resort.
INCLUDES:
• Transfer from Sandakan Airport to Sepilok Nature Resort
• Accommodation at Sepilok Nature Resort
INCLUDES:
• Entrance fees
• English speaking guide
• Accommodation at Sepilok Nature Resort
MEALS:
Breakfast & Lunch
SANDAKAN / SELINGAN ISLAND
SELINGAN ISLAND / SUKAU
You will be pick up from Sepilok Nature Resort for one hour boat
journey to Selingan Island. Check-in into chalet and spend the day
at leisure, swimming or snorkelling. After dinner, you will be divided
into small groups while waiting for the signal from the park ranger for
the appropriate time to see the green turtle lay eggs on the beach. You
will also have the opportunity to witness the eggs being transferred to
hatchery from the nesting site and the release of the baby turtles onto
the shore. Overnight at the island chalet.
Depart to Sandakan after breakfast. Take another 21/2 hour overland
journey through the interior villages and small towns at the East Coast of
Sabah. Lunch will be served at Borneo Nature Lodge. Stop at Kampung
Sukau Jetty for a short boat transfer to Borneo Nature Lodge. In the
afternoon, we take our first wildlife excursion along the Menanggol
River in search of wildlife such as the proboscis Monkeys, Orang Utan,
Langgurs and the Borneo Pygmy Elephant. Return to Borneo Nature
Lodge for overnight.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited from 6pm onwards.
INCLUDES:
INCLUDES:
• Boat transfer to Selingan Island
• Entrance fees
• English speaking guide
• Chalet accommodation at Selingan Island
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MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overland transfer to Sukau
Entrance fees
English speaking guide
Accommodation at Borneo Nature Lodge
MEALS:
SUKAU
SUKAU
Wake up at 0600hrs for a morning cruise up the Kinabatangan River
and to Kelenapan Ox-Bow Lake to spot more wildlife and birds. Explore
the floodplain forest through a short jungle walk with your guide before
returning to the lodge for breakfast. Proceed for another river cruise in
the afternoon for more wildlife. Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge.
During this extension stay, you will have another morning cruise along the OxBow lake and an evening river cruise in search for more wildlife. Overnight at
Borneo Nature Lodge.
INCLUDES:
• English speaking guide
• Accommodation at Borneo Nature Lodge
• English speaking guide
• Accommodation at Borneo Nature Lodge
MEALS:
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
INCLUDES:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
SUKAU / TABIN WILDLIFE RESORT
TABIN WILDLIFE RESORT
After breakfast, we will leave Borneo Nature Lodge for an overland transfer to Lahad Datu.
Visit Gomantong cave for a short trek inside the cave to witness the unique ecology of
many fauna species such as swiftlets and bats. The cave also contributes significant role to
the local economy.
After lunch, you will be transferred for approximately 11/2 hour overland journey to Tabin
Wildlife Resort. Check into an attractive timber lodge at Tabin Wildlife Resort, which
comes complete with private balcony, air conditioner, ceiling fan and hot water shower, a
welcome luxury in the forest.
In the afternoon, visit the active Lipad mud volcano which provides a mineral salt lick for
wildlife. Trek for approximately 20 minutes through the rainforest to the elevated bare
area of the mud volcano which is frequented by wildlife and birds. Witness the contrasting
landscape of the bare mud volcano and the thick bornean rainforest surrounding it.
After dinner, enjoy a CD/slideshow presentation on Tabin’s natural wonder followed by a
night safari.
INCLUDES:
• Overland transfer to Lahad Datu and Tabin
• Entrance fees
• English speaking guide
• Accommodation at Tabin Wildlife Resort.
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, a drive to the core area in search for more wildlife before
trekking through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of
plants and animal species to visit Lipad Waterfall. Take a dip into the
natural pool and enjoy its refreshing cold water. Alternatively explore
the surrounding vegetation or just relax. At dusk, proceed for a drive
within the reserve as well as a night walk after dinner.
INCLUDES:
• Guided jungle activities
• English speaking guide
• Accommodation at Tabin Wildlife Resort.
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
TABIN / KOTA KINABALU
Depart Tabin and return to Lahad Datu to catch the late afternoon flight
MH3019@1600hrs (RECOMMENDED FLIGHT) to Kota Kinabalu.
INCLUDES:
• Overland transfer to Lahad Datu Airport
MEALS:
Breakfast & Lunch
ITEMS TO BRING:
Binoculars
Telescope
Insect repellent
Long sleeve shirts & long pants
Raincoat, sun hat, swim wear
Comfortable trekking shoes
Torch light
Water bottle
Personal toiletries
Leech socks
***EXCLUDES: Air tickets, Camera fee & items not mentioned
Note: Rustic Borneo reserves the right to cancel this tour in the event of unfavourable weather
conditions or in any unsafe circumstances that is beyond our control. Clients will not be
entitled to any refund should cancellation of this tour occurs.
CONTACT
www.rawildlife.com.au | info@rawildlife.com.au
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