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Enjoy a picturesque river cruise to Pamaguan Island for an evening of natural beauty and local culture. Watch a spectacular sunset from a breathtaking location and then relax on a cruise with a simple hi-tea of local baked pastries. Engage with the community through a village stroll, experience traditional crab traps if any, and spot diverse wildlife along the riverbank. As darkness dawns, watch the enchanting fireflies light up the sky while returning to jetty with dinner inclusive. - Scenic river cruise to Pamaguan Island with sunset viewpoint - Traditional crab trap demonstration and local village exploration - Enjoy a relaxing hi-tea with local cakes during the cruise - Experience a magical firefly and blue tear cruise after dinner
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Sandakan Mangrove Fireflies Dinners Tastings and Cruise
4 hours 40 minutes
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Embark into the heart of Borneo's breathtaking wilderness with a captivating 4-day tour. Begin at the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre, learning about conservation efforts while enjoying the natural beauty of the forest, visit orangutan and sunbeams. Ascend the Rainforest Discovery Centre's suspension bridges for stunning views and birdwatching opportunities, including rare species, go guided into the bornean trees. Discover the marvels of the Gomantong Caves, set sail on scenic river cruises during the enchanting golden hour, search out the magnificent big 5 of Borneo, and go deeper into the complex ecosystem alongside a naturalist guide. Enclose your journey with a final sunrise cruise, soaking in the vivid sights and sounds of Borneo’s abundant wildlife.
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Sandakan: 4D3N Kinabatangan, Forest, Sepilok and Cave
4 days
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Experience the wildlife and history of Sabah, Malaysia, on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, honor POWs at Sandakan Memorial Park, catch spectacular views at Puu Jih Shih temple, pick up some seafood and produce at Central Market, explore Sabah history at Agnes Keith Museum, and enjoy a drink at English Tea House.
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Sepilok Orang Utan, Sun Bear & Sandakan City Tour with Lunch
8 hours
Free Cancellation
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Explore the vibrant city of Sandakan on this immersive day tour. Start with the serene Puu Jih Shih Temple, soaking in panoramic views before delving into the rich history at St. Michael's Church. Experience local life at Sandakan Central Market, savoring authentic dishes under your guide's expertise. Wander through the unique Sim-Sim Water Village and visit the Agnes Keith House for a touch of colonial history. Cap off your day with a scenic mangrove cruise, followed by an enchanting firefly experience that illuminates the night sky. - Visit Puu Jih Shih Temple for stunning views of Sandakan Bay - Enjoy lunch at the bustling Sandakan Central Market with local dishes - Explore Sim-Sim Water Village, a unique stilt village experience - End the day with a magical firefly cruise and sunset views
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Sandakan: Local Stories, City, Spice, Cruise, Fireflies Tour
8 hours 40 minutes
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See orangutans in their natural habitat and get a chance to visit many of the top attractions in Sepilok Sandakan with this day tour. After visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and watching a feeding, you'll head out to explore town, with stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Highlights include time in Central Market, the Sim-Sim Water Village, and the Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple.
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Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)
7 to 8 hours
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Pick up from your respective hotel. Drive to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. After Sepilok, take a leisure walk to the nearby Sun Bear Conservation Centre. After tours, we depart to SJR for lunch. After lunch, visit to Sepilok Orang Utan Center for the second feeding. Late afternoon, we transfer to a fisherman village. Upon arrival at the village, have a simple tea break. Houses are built on stilts and it is very interesting to walk around the village. Very often, kids will be having their play time at this hour and please feel free to join them in some of the interesting village games. After that, proceed to a boat cruise to learn more about the mangrove forests and a chance to plant trees in the area. As it gets darker, we will be able to see the fire flies lighting up the trees around us. The program will end with a dinner. After dinner, transfer back to your hotel. End of services.
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Sepilok Orangutan A.M & P.M + SunBear+ Fireflies Tour in Sandakan
12 hours
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Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center on this educational full day tour. Learn about the orangutan rescue via a short documentary, then walk through the rainforest to view these intelligent mammals on a feeding platform. Then it’s on to the sun bear rescue center to learn more about the plight of the world’s smallest species of bear.
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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre & Sepilok Orang Utan Rehab Centre Tour
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- Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre: Observe playful orangutans during their feeding sessions. Learn about the rehabilitation efforts for these remarkable creatures. - Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary: Get a close-up look at the unique proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat. Experience the sights and sounds of these fascinating primates. - Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre: Discover the world's smallest bear in a conservation setting. Learn about efforts to protect and preserve this vulnerable species. - Rainforest Discovery Centre: Walk on the canopy walkway to experience the rainforest from above. Explore the rich biodiversity and unique flora and fauna of the rainforest.
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Discover Sandakan RDC with Shared Transportation and Guide
7 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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Imbak Canyon offers a rare opportunity to journey into the past and experience the Earth in its original form. Located in the active region of borneo, this untouched haven is frequently referred to as the "Lost World" due to its ancient rainforest, which has stayed largely unspoiled for millions of years, resulting in a stunning display of rich biodiversity. This isolated valley spans 30,000 hectares, a lush refuge surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs that have safeguarded this unique ecosystem for millions of years. As journey through the lush jungle, be surrounded by the sound of nature, hornbills, mammals, and majestic dipterocarp trees that create a green cathedral overhead. The beautiful Imbak Waterfall, a multi-tiered waterfall that drops into a clean pool, offers a moment of untouched beauty that no camera can capture. Visit helps save this important wildlife corridor for orangutans, pygmy elephants, and clouded leopards.
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Sandakan: 4D3N Imbak Canyon Tour Wild Expeditions
4 days
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Explore the remarkable biodiversity of the Kinabatangan River on this immersive adventure. Stay at a lodge with a selection of dormitory options, offering flexibility and comfort for different travel styles. Begin with a scenic golden hour river cruise that introduces to the rich wildlife, followed by dinner. The next day brings a serene sunrise cruise, where may spot proboscis monkeys, elephants birds in this opportunity to see a big 5 adventure in a budget dormitory. - Discover the abundant wildlife of Kinabatangan River on multiple cruises - Enjoy a dinner and a thrilling cruise experience - Spot unique wildlife like proboscis monkeys, elephants and bornean creatures - Optional golden cruise hour available for this adventure
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Sandakan 3 Day Borneo's Wild Frontier Dormitory Lodge
3 days
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Explore the lush landscapes of Borneo on this immersive 5-day wildlife adventure. Begin your journey spotting proboscis monkeys and enjoying a sunset river cruise amidst fireflies. Discover the Sepilok rainforest with guided walks into its depths, visit a local market, and uncover wartime history. Marvel at the Gomantong Caves, home to swiftlets and bats, before settling into an eco-lodge, homestay or resort subject availability. Experience the calls of gibbons and search for pygmy elephants on evening cruises. This tour combines wildlife encounters, cultural insights, and stunning natural beauty for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. - 5-day tour showcasing Borneo's unique wildlife and landscapes - Includes river cruises, cave exploration, and rainforest hikes - Engage with local markets and learn about Borneo's history - Accommodations inclusive and local flavors at every meal
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Sandakan 5 Day River City Culture Caves Wildlife Tour
5 days
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Wildlife lovers won’t want to miss three Borneo signatures: orangutans, sunbears, and proboscis monkeys. See them all in just a day on this small-group guided tour from Sandakan with lunch. Watch orangutans feeding at the Sandakan Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre; pop next door to the Bornean Sunbear Conservation Center; finish at the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. You arrange internal flights from Kota Kinabalu; your guide looks after the rest.
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Day Trip Sepilok Orang Utan & Proboscis Monkey (Flight Excluded)
10 hours
Free Cancellation
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Deramakot is one of the forest reserved in Sabah Borneo. Known for its virgin forest plus with systematic Reduce Impact Logging practices. Deramakot forest also is one of the forest in the island of borneo of which the chances to see the elusive and most endangered cat in Borneo the Clouderd leopard is slightly better compare to any other places, although its not promises, in terms of distributions, past records and sightings, Deramakot forest is better. Beside that, if we lucky enough there are so many other mammals we might be able to see, such as wild borneon sun bear, wild orang utan, wild pigmy elephant, wild flying squirrel, samba deer, mouse deer, other cats species, birds and many more. Finger cross, the mother nature might be on our side! :) I Afiq, your licenced and profesional Tour guide, ready and happy to bring you to explore and enjoy the Deramakot forest safari tour
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Deramakot Forest Safari Tour 3D2N
3 days
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Turtle Island is a secret gems within the National Park, a well known marine sanctuary that was established in 1977 sponsored by government Their efforts are essential as sea turtles encounter a variety of challenges, from human activities such as fishing and pollution to the dangers posed by natural predators. It is expected that merely 1 in 1,000 hatchlings will thrive into adulthood. The island serves as a living laboratory collaborating with marine biologists conduct ongoing research, eg, monitoring how sand temperature affects the sex of hatchlings—a key factor in ensuring healthy future turtle population . Exclusively accommodate limited guests each night, keeping it under 50 pax, ensuring intimate experience while preserving the natural environment; the tourism fees contribute directly to conservation initiatives and park management, which help local community. Plus, you can make the tour even more special with an extra visit to the enchanting Sepilok and Sunbear Rainforest!
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Sandakan: 2D1N Turtle Island Tour
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Discover the beauty of Kinabatangan River with a unique 3-day, 2-safari at a community-run eco camp either jungle lodge or homestay. Connect with the locals and lend a hand to their eco-friendly projects while soaking up the beauty of nature all around you. Participate in guided jungle walks, river cruises, and cultural insights that preserve the heritage of the orang sungai. Your visit directly contributes to community projects and essential conservation work, making this an impactful and meaningful adventure. Life here has its own vibe, straightforward and totally unfiltered, this jungle initiative isn’t about luxury. everyone pitches in and genuinely cares about keeping the rainforest safe. - Stay overnight at a community-run eco camp in a protected forest reserve - Enjoy guided jungle walks and wildlife river cruises with local guides - Participate in cultural preservation activities - Support sustainable tourism and community-led conservation efforts
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Sandakan 3D2N Kinabatangan Wild Forest Lodge - Far from Crowds
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Experience Borneo’s wild nature on this 2-day tour of Sandakan. In the company of a guide, travel from the airport to Sepilok, where you can admire orangutans in their natural habitat. After a hearty lunch, head to the countryside and take a cruise on Kinabatangan River. Spend a night at a rustic lodge.
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2D1N Sandakan Private Tour with Kinabatangan River Cruise
2 days
Free Cancellation
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You won’t find another tour as packed with activities & attractions as this one from CharlieTheTraveler. Offering it all “FIRST CLASS” for a relatively low price, thousands of travelers take this specific tour every year—because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some highlights of what you will see, do, and have on this tour: ►Cooking Class with Locals ►Wildlife: Long-Nose Monkeys (Proboscis) & Reddish Apes (Orangutans) ►River Cruise Alongside Elephants ►Firefly Mangrove Cruise ►Night Markets ►Rooftop Bars ►Ascending the World’s Tallest Twin Skyscrapers ►Urban Sightseeing & Grand Landmarks ►European, Chinese & Muslim Architecture ►White-Sand Beaches on an Exotic Island ►Lush Rainforests ►Well-Groomed Botanical Gardens ►Rich Culture ►Delicious Food ►And Much, Much More…
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Malaysia See and Experience It All in 9 Days First Class Tour
9 days
Free Cancellation
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Experience the captivating wildlife of the Kinabatangan River on a 2-day safari from Sandakan. Journey into the Bornean rainforest for a jungle walk at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, where you'll traverse elevated walkways and observe unique flora and fauna. Enjoy boat cruises along the river, spotting fascinating wildlife such as orangutans, hornbills, and proboscis monkeys. As night falls, embark on an enchanting night cruise to discover the secrets of nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat. This adventure includes an overnight stay in Sandakan in high end hotel or resort for a truly immersive experience in Borneo's wilderness. - Discover the diverse wildlife of Borneo on a guided safari - Walk the canopy at the Rainforest Discovery Centre for stunning views - Spot unique wildlife on river cruises, including orangutans and pygmy elephants - Overnight stay in Sandakan included for a complete wilderness experience
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Sandakan 2 Days Wildlife Safari, Night Cruise and Jungle Walk
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Explore the wild heart of Borneo on a thrilling 2-day wildlife tour along the Kinabatangan River. Begin your adventure with a sunset river cruise, searching for the elusive wildlife such as orangutans, pygmy elephants, and proboscis monkeys. Experience the jungle's nocturnal wonders on a guided night walk, then rise early for a magical sunrise safari. Your stay at the comfortable Bilit Adventure Lodge offers a serene retreat, complete with local dining and breathtaking river views. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts seeking an immersive experience in one of the world's most biodiverse regions. - Set out on a late afternoon sunset river cruise to search for Borneo’s "Big 5" wildlife - Explore the nocturnal world of the rainforest on a guided night walk - Glide along the river on an early morning sunrise safari - Enjoy local riverfront dining and scenic views across the Kinabatangan waters.
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Sandakan 2D1N Bilit Lodge River Cruise and Wildlife Tour
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● Lunch at Sepilok Jungle Resort: Begin the day with a delicious lunch amidst the lush surroundings of Sepilok Jungle Resort. ● Scenic Drive to Bilit: Travel overland to Bilit, a wildlife-rich area home to various primates like proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and macaques, as well as hornbills, kingfishers, crocodiles, and wild elephants. ● Arrival and Welcome Refreshments: Upon arrival in Bilit, enjoy afternoon tea with local snacks and a warm welcome. ● Nature Guide Briefing: Receive an informative briefing from a nature guide, introducing you to the area’s unique wildlife and habitats. ● Afternoon Kinabatangan River Cruise: Embark on a boat cruise along Sabah’s longest river, the Kinabatangan, and spot incredible wildlife, from vibrant bird species to playful primates, all from the comfort of the boat.
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From Sandakan to Kinabatangan River Safari Boat Cruise Day Tour
9 hours 30 minutes
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This tour offers a one of a kind experience at Borneo Nature Lodge 2 combined with guided wildlife exploration along the Sukau (Kinabatangan) River, one of Sabah's most biodiverse areas. Travelers can enjoy guided river cruises led by knowledgeable local guides, spotting proboscis, hornbills, orangutans and other native wildlife in their natural habitat. Guests also have the freedom to explore the lodge surroundings on their own through nature walks or relax by the river, making the experience both immersive and flexible. This tour provides memorable encounters with Borneo's unique ecosystem, insider knowledge from local experts and a peaceful rainforest retreat away from crowds.
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2D1N Package Borneo Nature Lodge 2
2 days
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Experience the wonder of Orangutans in their natural habitat and enjoy visiting some of the top attractions in Sepilok Sandakan with this delightful day tour. After visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and watching a feeding and care center through the lush green trees, heading to bornean sunbear under government protection, continue to Rainforest Discovery Centre and walk from above treetops, known as birdwatcher's paradise especially pittas and hornbill or simply appreciate the incredible biodiversity with opportunity for short jungle trekking at the forest at own. After head out to explore sandakan town, with stop at a local restaurant for lunch or rest at own expense. Some of the great additional experiences include visiting local Market, exploring the Sim-Sim Water Village, and checking out the Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple, along with the church, Sandakan War Memorial among other, all with your friendly local guide then return back to sandakan at the end.
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Sandakan Private City Tour, Orangutan, Sun Bears and Rainforest
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