7-Day Sabah Nature and Wildlife Tour from Kota Kinabalu
About This Tour
Visit Kinabalu Park for its rich fauna and flora, then continue to the wildlife areas of the Kinabatangan River. Look out for Borneo pygmy elephants, wild orang...
Duration: 7 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Kinabalu Park, Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Kinabatangan River · Languages: English, Malay
Know before you go: See the islands popular for snorkelling and water sports.; If you are lucky, sightings of Borneo pygmy elephants, wild orangutans, and crocodiles along the river should be easy.
About Kinabalu Park
Kinabalu Park
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What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- Tours and transfers as indicated
- Entrance fees
- Meals as indicated
- Three nights' stay at a 3-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu
- Two nights' stay at the Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
Not Included
- Flight tickets
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Kota Kinabalu
Upon arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport, meet and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at a 3-star hotel.
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2Day 02
Poring Hot Spring and Kinabalu Park
Depart early in the morning for a 3-hour drive to Poring Hot Spring. En route, stop at Nabalu village to savour local fruits and shop for local handicrafts. Depart early in the morning for a 3-hour drive to Poring Hot Spring. En route, stop at Nabalu village to savour local fruits and shop for local handicrafts. Observe wildlife on the canopy walkway, 100 feet above the forest floor, and take a dip in one of the soothing hot mineral springs set in beautifully landscaped gardens. Observe wildlife on the canopy walkway, 100 feet above the forest floor, and take a dip in one of the soothing hot mineral springs set in beautifully landscaped gardens. Stroll through the World Heritage Site of Kinabalu Park. Stroll through the World Heritage Site of Kinabalu Park. Explore the mountain gardens - home to many species of orchids, pitcher plants, birds, insects, and butterflies - with a guide before returning to Kota Kinabalu in the late afternoon. Explore the mountain gardens - home to many species of orchids, pitcher plants, birds, insects, and butterflies - with a guide before returning to Kota Kinabalu in the late afternoon. Overnight at a 3-star hotel.
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3Day 03
Mamutik or Manukan Island Day Trip
Take a 15-minute boat ride from Kota Kinabalu to reach the beautiful coral islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Offering pristine white beaches, clear water, and coral reefs, this is the perfect getaway from the town. Take a 15-minute boat ride from Kota Kinabalu to reach the beautiful coral islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Offering pristine white beaches, clear water, and coral reefs, this is the perfect getaway from the town. Ride a boat for a short while to reach one of the outlying islands for a day of relaxation and swimming. Mask and snorkel are provided. Basic washroom facilities are available on the island. Ride a boat for a short while to reach one of the outlying islands for a day of relaxation and swimming. Mask and snorkel are provided. Basic washroom facilities are available on the island. Enjoy a barbecue lunch. Enjoy a barbecue lunch. Return to Kota Kinabalu in mid-afternoon. Return to Kota Kinabalu in mid-afternoon. Overnight at a 3-star hotel.
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4Day 04
Sepilok and Kinabatangan River to Sukau
Go to the airport for an early morning flight to Sandakan. Go to the airport for an early morning flight to Sandakan. Upon arrival, meet and depart for the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, where captive orangutans are reintroduced into the wild. Observe them at their feeding stations in the rainforest and watch a video presentation on the orangutan rehabilitation program. Upon arrival, meet and depart for the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, where captive orangutans are reintroduced into the wild. Observe them at their feeding stations in the rainforest and watch a video presentation on the orangutan rehabilitation program. Proceed to the jetty in Sandakan for a boat excursion through the pristine mangrove forests along the Kinabatangan River delta in search of proboscis monkeys, birds, and reptiles. Proceed to the jetty in Sandakan for a boat excursion through the pristine mangrove forests along the Kinabatangan River delta in search of proboscis monkeys, birds, and reptiles. Have lunch at the Abai Jungle Restaurant. Have lunch at the Abai Jungle Restaurant. Boat to Sukau and, after check-in, go on a river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to the Menanggul River in search of more wildlife. Boat to Sukau and, after check-in, go on a river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to the Menanggul River in search of more wildlife. Overnight stay at the Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.
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5Day 05
Oxbow Lake and Kinabatangan Wildlife Viewing
Take a boat trip for bird watching and wildlife viewing at the nearby Ox Bow Lake. Take a boat trip for bird watching and wildlife viewing at the nearby Ox Bow Lake. Trek through the lush riverine forest along the lake, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Trek through the lush riverine forest along the lake, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Venture on another river cruise down the Menanggul River and along the Kinabatangan River. Venture on another river cruise down the Menanggul River and along the Kinabatangan River. Return to the lodge at dusk. Evening at leisure. Return to the lodge at dusk. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge.
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6Day 06
Return to Sandakan
Return to Sandakan by boat and have another chance to see wildlife along the river during the 2-hour journey. Return to Sandakan by boat and have another chance to see wildlife along the river during the 2-hour journey. Arrive at Sandakan jetty and transfer to the hotel or airport. Arrive at Sandakan jetty and transfer to the hotel or airport. The last day is optional: either take a transit flight to KUL or stay overnight in Kota Kinabalu.
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7Day 07
Departure from Kota Kinabalu
Departure.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Beg Berkunci No 134, Aras 5, Bangunan Terminal, 88740 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia · Tour start: Kota Kinabalu International Airport Beg Berkunci No 134, Aras 5, Bangunan Terminal, 88740 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.