On the bank of Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan River, Bilit Rainforest Lodge is situated strategically in the heart of numerous intriguing wildlife and fascinating habitats such as oxbow lakes, limestone caves, mangrove swamps and various types of tropical forests.
I am accompanying and sharing room with 1 paying adult
MYR 2,555 1,715
Child Traveller Without Bed
I am accompanying and sharing room with 2 paying adults
MYR 1,999 1,285
Adult Traveller Single Supplement
I am travelling with 2 or more Paying guests (Adults)
MYR 3,566 2,870
Adult Traveller Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 5,550 4,600
Note:
All rates are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR). All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
This package is inclusive of COMPLIMENTARY 01 Night River Cruise per person (subject to weather conditions).
Tour Itinerary
Day1
Rise and shine! Meet and pick up at your hotel lobby or Sandakan airport. Embark on a journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre situated in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. Upon arrival, your guide will provide a short briefing session before entering the Centre. You will then be brought to watch a short video documentary providing you with information on the rehabilitation of an orphaned Orang Utan. Enjoy and explore as you get to encounter Bornean-endemic Orang Utans up close as they frolic in their natural habitat. You will proceed to a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest where you can witness the Orang Utan feeding from a feeding platform. After enjoying some time with the Orang Utans, you will proceed to Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Sun Bear is the smallest bear in the world where their height of adult is around 120cm to 150cm (while standing); weight around 27kg to 65kg. You can easily spot white or yellowish crescent marking on its chests. You will embark on a 2-hour journey through rustic countryside villages to the Bilit Jetty. Upon arrival at the jetty, you will take a boat ride to Bilit Rainforest Lodge located along the lower end of the Kinabatangan River at the Bilit Village. You will be greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival at the Bilit Rainforest Lodge as you check-in. Lunch is served for you to refuel and recharge! In the evening, you will be whisked away on a Kinabatangan River cruise to discover wildlife situated along the river. A few favourites include the Proboscis Monkey, rare bird species of Borneo, and maybe even Pygmy Elephants! At 1900hrs, dinner at the lodge restaurant. After dinner, you can go for a complimentarynight safari cruise where you can spot nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds. After a full day out, it’s time to have some leisure time to yourself before spending the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day2
For the beginning of Day 2, you’ll have the option of either going for an early morning river cruise along the Kinabatangan Riverin search of more Bornean-endemic wildlife (or) to go for a jungle trek to the Oxbow Lake where you’ll get to see several bird species. After a full morning of wildlife, it’s time to grab yourself a hearty breakfast. Free and easy leisure time to yourself until it’s time for lunch in the afternoon. It’s time to head out on another river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of a variety of Bornean-endemic wildlife along the Sukau Kinabatangan River. You may be lucky enough to encounter a herd of Pygmy Elephants! After your river cruise, dinner is served in the dining hall. Overnight at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day3
Rise and shine! A hearty breakfast will be served to kick start the day! It’s time for some cave exploring. You will be taken on a 30-minute drive to the famous Gomantong Caves! Explore the Gomantong Caves – home to millions of bats and swiftlets. If you’re lucky, you may get to witness the birds’ nest harvesting in action! After your Gomantong Caves tour, you will be brought out for some well-deserved lunch in Local Restaurant. You’ll be transferred to Sheraton by Four Points in Sandakan where you will have leisure time to yourself and spend the night in Sheraton Four Points Hotel (4 Star Hotel or similar), or join any add-on tours.
OPTIONAL-ADD ON: SANDAKAN CITY TOUR OR RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTER (R.D.C) OR SANDAKAN WAR MEMORIAL OR AGNES KEITH HOUSE
(Additional charge of MYR 70/- per person)
Continue the tour to the additional add on tours of your choice. Tour ends between 1600hrs to 1630hrs (Timing varies depending on tour option chosen)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day4
Breakfast will be served in the hotel. After breakfast, it’s time to check out and bid your 4-day trip goodbye as you are transferred to your respective hotels or Sandakan airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Package includes: Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), English Speaking Guide, 03 Nights Accommodation, 03 River Cruises
Accommodation: 02 Nights Sukau Bilit Rainforest Lodge (Standard Chalet) or Similar,01 Night 4 stars Sheraton Four Points Hotel or Similar
Package excludes: Domestic Airfares (BKI>SDK>BKI), Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Personal Travel Insurance, Alcoholic & Carbonated Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned
Minimum: 2 persons, SIC basis
What to bring: Good walking shoes, light raincoat, insect repellent hat, sun block and binoculars
Things you should know:
Please ensure you are holding air ticket to Sandakan.
If you are arriving at Sandakan Airport on the day of your tour, our friendly guide will greet and pick you up from the airport with a placard bearing your good name.
Standard check-in and check-out times for most hotels & resorts are 1400 Hrs & 1200 Hrs. However, check-in & check-out times may vary depending on each accommodation. So kindly check with us to get accurate check-in & check-out times of your accommodation.
Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia will be implementing a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTX). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of accommodation star level.The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and is required to present a valid identification upon check-in for the exemption.
Recommended flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan: Air Asia AK6492 (ETD 0635hrs / ETA 0720hrs); Recommended flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu: Air Asia AK6499 (ETD 1820hrs / ETA 1910hrs) The above flight timings are suggestions and subject to changes. Before you book your flight ticket(s), please always check with the airline schedules for the correct flight timings that are most suited to your needs.
Important Things To Note:
This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
Activities are subject to weather conditions, and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.
We do not guarantee wildlife sightings.
Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
We reserve the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
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