Transfer from Lahad Datu to Tabin Wildlife Reserve on gravel road. Journey takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, register, unpack and rest. In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano located nearest to Tabin base. After trekking through the jungle for 20 minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano known to be frequented by deer, wild boars, elephants and birds. Look out for and identify footprints of animals. Those adventurous can experiment the effect of the volcanic mud said to be responsible for fine complexion. After dinner, there will be a night activities to look out for noctural wildlife and birds. Today, we will take a scenic walk to explore part of the route that leads to Tabin’s core area. Along the way, there will be opportunity to view wildlife and birds. Along the way make a descend and jungle-trek to visit Lipad’s waterfall. Choose to explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax. Return to base in the afternoon. Rest, at dusk, go for bird watching within the reserve. After dinner, night activities to look out for noctural wildlife and birds on different route.
After breakfast, stroll to the nearby rock pool or river side. Choose to take a dip in the water or simply immerse yourself in nature. After lunch, depart Tabin Wildlife Reserve.
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