Borneo – East Sabah Adventure - 8 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female62%
- Male38%
Average age
Start / End
- Kota Kinabalu
- Kota Kinabalu
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 15Meals included
15Highlights
- Embark on a river safari
- Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys and other wildlife
- Visit a turtle hatchery on Libaran Island
- Gather fresh local ingredients for a cooking demonstration
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Summary
Between its intriguing wildlife, skyscraper-height jungle canopies, and gorgeous coastlines teeming with tropical fish, this magical stretch of Borneo is positively bursting with stuff to see and do. This eight-day adventure promises to keep you busy; time spent marvelling at nature’s glory on Libaran Island, close encounters with orangutans at a rehabilitation centre, prowling the streets of Kota Kinabalu by night, and otherworldly wonders in the jungle. Borneo has it all, and in east Sabah, it’s all close at hand.
Itinerary
Day 1
Kota Kinabalu
Arrive at any time.
Day 2
Kota Kinabalu to Kota Belud
From Kota Kinabalu, travel to Tambatuon village and meet the local community. Walk to a nearby river, exploring the landscape surrounding the village along the way. Visit a local farm and gather fresh ingredients for an included dinner. Learn how to cook some local recipes with the host.
Day 3
Kota Belud to Sungai Kinabatangan
Travel towards Sandakan and continue to the immersive jungle lodge on Kinabatangan River, Sabah's longest. After settling in, head out on a river cruise to experience the serenity of evening river life (keep your eyes peeled for birds and monkeys and crocodiles, oh my!). Enjoy dinner then opt for a guided night walk through the jungle.
Day 4
Sungai Kinabatangan
Begin the day with a river safari to witness the morning wildlife activity. After breakfast, visit the nearby oxbow lake with a professional guide and seek out proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, macaques, and gibbons. Enjoy another river cruise for a second chance to spot more wildlife (you never know what you may see) before returning to the lodge for dinner.
Day 5
Sungai Kinabatangan/Sepilok
Depart in the morning and travel to Sepilok - a wildlife haven. Enjoy a visit to the orangutan rehabilitation centre and the adjacent sun bear conservation centre.
Day 6
Sepilok/Pulau Libaran
Transfer to Sandakan and continue by boat to Libaran Island, also known as Turtle Island because thousands of sea turtles return to nest each year. Take a guided tour of the island's turtle hatchery and learn about the turtle conservation program. Later, visit the local village and experience what life is like on the island. Opt to go snorkelling or kayaking with some free time.
Day 7
Pulau Libaran/Kota Kinabalu
After breakfast, depart Libaran Island and travel back to the Sandakan jetty. From the jetty, transfer to Sandakan airport for a flight to Kota Kinabalu. On arrival, enjoy a free afternoon to walk and shop at Jesselton Point, a waterfront district lined with shops and street food. Opt to visit the famous Filipino market.
Day 8
Kota Kinabalu
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (2 nts), homestay (1 nt, multi-share), jungle lodge (3 nts, twin-share), permanent tented camp (1 nt, twinshare).
Meals
Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 4, Dinners: 4
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
The wildlife experiences were incredible, the biodiversity in Borneo is just amazing. The food was also excellent everywhere we went. Some of the accommodations are a little rustic but you have to embrace the adventure! And it's worth camping with no AC to see baby turtles ?? The wildlife experiences were amazing! But the accommodations are a little rustic and would not be a great for for everyone.
Erica Oct, 2024 VerifiedExcellent. Alister was great. Knew his stuff. Kept us safe and on time. Wildlife was amazing. Excellent choice of guided tour at a reasonable price.
David Oct, 2024 Verified
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