Explore the natural wonders of Sabah with a journey through its most iconic wildlife and conservation sites. Visit Sabah National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to diverse flora, fauna, and stunning landscapes. Experience a heartwarming encounter at the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where rescued orangutans are rehabilitated and prepared for life in the wild. Continue to Labuk Bay, a sanctuary for the unique proboscis monkeys, offering an up-close look at these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. This adventure promises an unforgettable blend of conservation, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery.
What is included in the tour
- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guiding services / assistance. Other languages are on request and are subject to availability
- Accommodation at chalet (Rooms at Selingan are strictly based on twin share) and MY Nature
- Return boat trip to/from Turtle Island or boat to / from Sukau / Abai are based on sharing basis
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated; All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the program
- All meals as indicated in the program (food only).
What is NOT included in the tour
- TCS
- GST
- 50% midnight surcharge for transfer pick between 2300hrs to 0700hrs
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement
- Air fare
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers
- Voluntary carbon emission compensation: USD 1.50 per person per day
- Any items not shown above
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Sabah National Park
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Orangutan Rehabilitation
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Labuk Bay
Day 1Sandakan – Selingan
Selingan+
Sandakan – Selingan
Forge unforgettable memories as we head to Turtle Island to see incredible green and hawksbill turtles in their natural habitat. At 9 am, we meet at the hotel lobby or Sandakan Airport and head to the jetty to board a boat for a one-hour cruise to the island which departs at 10.15 am, which is also known as Pulau Selingan. Forming part of the Sabah National Park, Selingan is dedicated to green and hawksbill turtle conservation. Upon arrival, we register at the park’s headquarters and check-in to our chalet, ahead of a leisurely lunch. We then have the afternoon at leisure. After dinner we set off on a night-time adventure accompanying rangers turtle watching.
Please note: Before dinner, ensure you have what you need for the evening, such as cameras and jackets. No lights or flashes are allowed. The chalets are 500 metres from the beach and there are no porters so we have to carry our luggage from the boat to our chalet. There are luggage rooms at the jetty for your convenience.
Overnight at Selingan Island Chalet
Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2Selingan - Sepilok
Sepilok+
Selingan - Sepilok
Marvel at Borneo’s most famed resident, the orangutan before meeting the indigenous proboscis monkey. At 7 am, we cruise to Sandakan jetty, where we enjoy breakfast before hitting the road for the world’s largest orangutan rehabilitation sanctuary in Sepilok.Here, we can watch the incredible creatures being fed before continuing to a sun bear conservation centre to learn about their plight. We then head to MY Nature Resort for check-in and lunch
before visiting Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, the perfect place to spot this indigenous primate. We will arrive ahead of their 2.30 pm feeding time before returning to the resort. At 6 pm, we head to the flying squirrel platform to watch these graceful animals glide through the treetops. We then return to the resort for dinner, with the rest of the evening at leisure.
Overnight at MY Nature Resort
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3Sepilok - Sandakan
Sandakan+
Sepilok - Sandakan
Make the most of your last morning and rise ahead of dawn to watch the world spring to life. We then enjoy a hearty breakfast surrounded by nature before we have to bid a fond farewell to our hospitable hosts and trade in the wild for civilisation. From the resort, we hit the road for Sandakan Airport to catch our onward flight. This ends our three-day walk on the wild that has seen us spend the night on Turtle Island and see incredible green and hawksbill turtles in their natural habitat; watch orangutans in their natural habitat; spot an array of wildlife during river cruises; enjoy a hike through Borneo’s pristine rain forest in search of its residents; and watch graceful flying squirrels in action.
Please note: From Sandakan Airport, it is preferable to catch flight MH2043 with an estimated departure time of 8.30 am.
Meal plan: Breakfast
