Orangutan Tour

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Arrive at Sandakan Airport (recommended flights to arrive are those with ETA before noon) 

Meet the escort and transfer to Kinabatangan (a 2.5-hour drive).

Arrival at the resort, check-in.

The manager will brief you about the program, the way to go about your stay and food, and other options that they may offer. 

If time permits, you may go for a boat ride on the mighty Kinabatangan river with a guide and start your wildlife adventure.
 

Note: This ride is optional and may be paid for directly at the lodge. The boat ride will last about 2 hours.

Dinner and overnight stay in comfortable rooms.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort 

Get ready for an amazing day in nature, where you'll meet incredible animals and explore the wild rainforest by boat.

You'll start early in the morning after breakfast.

Meet your friendly guide at the riverbank. He'll tell us about the exciting things we might see and help us get on our comfy boat.

As we sail down the river, we'll keep our eyes open for many animals. Imagine seeing monkeys swinging in the trees and colorful birds flying overhead! Our guides will point them out to us, so we won't miss a thing.

We'll take breaks at special spots where animals like to hang out. Maybe we'll spot elephants or even a sneaky crocodile!

Return to the resort for lunch.

And in the evening, you'll go on a sunset boat adventure to see animals getting ready for nighttime. It's like being in a jungle movie!

When it gets dark, you'll head back to the resort for dinner around the campfire. You may share stories with the people around.

It'll be a day you'll never forget, full of fun and amazing animals.

Overnight stay.

Expected Species: Storm's Stork, Hornbills (various species, including Rhinoceros Hornbill and Oriental Pied Hornbill), Raptors such as the Wallace’s Hawk-Eagle, Jerdon’s Baza, and Bat Hawk, Blue-eared Kingfisher, Oriental Darter, Hooded Pitta, White-crowned Shama, Silvered Langur, Orangutan, Colugo, Pygmy Elephant, Proboscis Monkey, Estuarine Crocodile, Leopard Cat, Red Langur

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Welcome back for another incredible day on the Kinabatangan River!

After a hearty breakfast, you'll meet your guide at the riverbank to kick off another adventure-packed day.

As we set sail once again, the anticipation builds for the wonders we'll encounter along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for the playful antics of the orangutans, proboscis monkeys and the vibrant plumage of the birds that call this rainforest home.

Our first stop will be at a secluded spot where wildlife tends to gather. Here, we might glimpse the majestic hornbills or the graceful movements of the river otters as they go about their daily activities.

After a morning of exploration, we'll return to the resort for a delicious lunch, giving us a chance to refuel and recharge for the afternoon ahead.

In the golden light of the evening, we'll embark on another sunset boat adventure. As the sun dips below the horizon, the jungle comes alive with activity, offering us a glimpse into the secret lives of its inhabitants.

As darkness falls, we'll make our way back to the resort, where a sumptuous dinner awaits us. Here, you can swap stories with fellow travelers, sharing the highlights of the day's adventures and marveling at the wonders of the natural world.

With the sounds of the jungle lulling you to sleep, rest assured that tomorrow holds even more excitement and discovery of the caves. Get ready for another unforgettable day in paradise!

Overnight stay.

Expected Species: Lesser Adjutant Stork, Hornbills (various species, including Black Hornbill and Wrinkled Hornbill), Raptors such as the Brahminy Kite, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Lesser Fish Eagle, Stork-billed Kingfishers, Black-and-red Broadbill, Dollarbird, Swamp Babbler, Malaysian Blue Flycatcher, Buffy Fish Owl, Pig-tailed and Long-tailed Macaques, Plantain and Prevost's Squirrel, Island Palm Civet, Giant Red Flying Squirrel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort

Today, your journey begins with a departure from Kinabatangan, heading to Sepilok.
 

Your guide will take you to the Gomantong Caves, famed for their impressive limestone formations and as a harvest site for edible birds' nests. Exploring the caves, you'll experience the unique ecosystem, perhaps spotting the swiftlets that create the nests or the resident bats. 

After the caves, you'll continue to Sepilok. Check-in and rest awhile.

After lunch, the afternoon will be filled with natural wonders and educational insights as you walk on the Rainforest Canopy Walkway for a deep dive into Borneo's wildlife and conservation experiences.

Go for a night walk with a guide to look for nocturnal animals, and roosting birds (optional).

Return to the lodge for dinner.

Overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort

Your morning will begin with meeting your tour leader, who will facilitate your transfer to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

Upon arrival, you'll engage with an informative video presentation detailing the challenges faced by orangutans and the rehabilitation efforts that the center undertakes.

Following the video, you will take a scenic ten-minute walk through lush rainforest on wooden boardwalks, leading to a viewing platform where you can observe a scheduled feeding session for the orangutans, offering a closer look at these incredible animals as they continue their journey back to the wild.

Return to the lodge for lunch.

Enjoy some leisure time strolling through the lush, tranquil settings of the Rainforest Discovery Centre, gaining insights into the diverse flora and fauna of the region. This experience provides a deeper appreciation of Borneo's unique ecological biodiversity.

Return to the lodge for dinner. 

Overnight stay.

Expected Species: Bornean Black Magpie, Bornean Bristlehead, Brown Barbet, Java Myna, Common Hill Myna, Greater Coucal, Rufous Piculet, Grey-and-buff Woodpecker, Banded Woodpecker, Orange-backed Woodpecker, White-bellied Woodpecker, Red-bearded Bee-eater, Blue-throated Bee-eater, Colugo.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None

After breakfast, drive to Sandakan (a 1/2-hour journey). You will proceed to the airport for the flight to Kota Kinabalu or Kuala Lumpur.