Journey Into The Wilderness Of Sabah

Program 1 – 3 days/2 nights Abai & Sukau

1. Day 01 – Abai (Lunch/Dinner) Overnight at Abai Jungle Lodge
   Meet at Sandakan Airport (preferably on MH2042 ETA0810hrs). The first stop is at the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center. Proceed to the free roaming area feeding platform. At this center, observe man’s closest relative “the Orang Utan” being rehabilitated to become wild in their natural habitat, experience a walk in the Tropical Lowland Dipterocarp Forest of Borneo. Depart thereafter to the jetty in Sandakan and take an hour boat cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary where you’ll discover magnificent scenery from the waters of the Sulu Sea. Lunch will be served at the Abai Jungle Restaurant. Relax at the natural board walk before cruising again in search of other wildlife. Later after dinner, the night river cruise will lead you to witness fireflies lighting up trees like Christmas tree.
   
   

   Sepilok Orang Utan		Abai River Lodge
   Boardwalk at Abai		Photos of bird
   fireflies at Night River cruise

   
   
   
2. Day 02 – Abai/Sukau (Fullboard) Overnight at Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
   Wake to the calls of nature. Early morning, take a river trip to Pitas Lake to observe wildlife and experience the uniqueness of this lake. After breakfast, an option to join the tree planting project with the locals and lunch with them at Abai Village. This project is done in conjunction project to help the locals. After lunch, cruise up river to Sukau village in search of primates especially the endemic Proboscis Monkeys, birds and other wildlife. Arrive Sukau, check in at the Lodge. Late afternoon, an option to take another river cruise to Menanggul River, a small tributary of the Kinabatangan. Return back to the Lodge for dinner.
   
   

   Pitas Lake		Abai Village
   Tree planting at Abai
   River Cruise to Menanggul River
   Kinabatang River Lodge

   
   

1. Day 01 (Lunch/Dinner) Overnight at Tabin Wildlife Resort
   Transfer from Lahad Datu to Tabin Wildlife Reserve on gravel road. Journey to this largest wildlife reserve in Malaysia takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, register and check into the charming Borneon timber bungalow of Tabin Wildlife Resort which comes complete with private balcony, air-condition and hot water shower, a real luxury within the jungle. Enjoy the splendour of mother- nature and explore the vicinity of the resort. Built alongside the Lipad river and nestled within the rainforest, a variety of birds, insects and even small mammals can be sighted quite easily within the resort.
   
   In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano which serves as a mineral salt lick for wildlife. After trekking through the jungle for twenty minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano known to be frequented by deers, bearded pigs, elephants and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. Those adventurous can experiment the effect of the volcanic mud said to be responsible for fine complexion. Walk up the observation tower and admire the contrasting landscape of the bare mud volcano area and its surrounding thick forest where birds are commonly sighted. After dinner, enjoy a slide presentation on Tabin’s uniqueness, followed by a trip to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Remember to look up at the clear, dark sky of Tabin, identify the constellations above you, and make a wish or two.
   
   

   Pitas Lake		Milipede
   Tabin Wildlife Resort
   Mud Volcanic at Tabin		“face mask anyone?”

   
   
2. Day 02 (Fullboard)
   You may opt to join the early morning bird walk (not included in package) as Tabin has a rich collection of about 300 bird species. After breakfast, trek through the lush green jungle known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad’s Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy the refreshing splash coming down from the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax.
   
   

   Morning bird walk		Bird species
   Plants species		Lipad waterfall for a dip
   Lipad waterfall

   
   
3. Day 03 (Breakfast)
   After breakfast, stroll to the nearby rock pool or river side where groups of mmacaques and other small mammals can sometimes be seen. Choose to take a dip in the river or simply listen to the sound of nature before saying good bye to Tabin.
   
   * Recommended gears to bring for the above trips: Insect repellent, long sleeve shirts and long pants, short pants, raincoat, sun hat, swim wear, comfortable trekking shoes, ,slippers, binocular, torch light, water bottle & personal toiletries.

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