Package Details

Day 1: Sandakan/ Selingan Island (Turtle Island)
• Pick-up: From your hotel in Sandakan or Sepilok Jungle Resort.
• Selingan Island: A one-hour boat ride transports you to this idyllic island, renowned for its turtle conservation efforts. Enjoy the clear, turquoise waters and the opportunity to snorkel with juvenile marine life, or simply unwind on the pristine beach.
• Turtle Conservation Experience: Before dinner, enjoy an informative slideshow about the turtles of Selingan Island. Later, witness the incredible sight of mother turtles laying eggs on the shore, transferring them to the hatchery, and the release of hatchlings back into the sea.
• Overnight: Selingan Island Chalet (Standard Air-Conditioned Room with Attached Bathroom).
• Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Selingan Island/ Sepilok Orang Utan & Sun Bear/ Kinabatangan River
• Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre: After breakfast, travel to Sepilok to observe the young orangutans in the Outdoor Nursery. A boardwalk through the rainforest will lead you to the Feeding Platform, where you can watch these gentle creatures being fed.
• Sun Bear Conservation Centre: Continue to the Sun Bear Conservation Centre, where you'll encounter the world’s smallest bear, the sun bear, in its natural habitat.
• Journey to Bilit: After lunch, drive to Bilit, nestled along the Kinabatangan River.
• Kinabatangan River Cruise: In the afternoon, embark on a river cruise to explore the river’s rich wildlife, including proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, and a variety of bird species.
• Overnight: Bilit Adventure Lodge (Superior Air-Conditioned Room with Attached Bathroom).
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Optional Add-ons
• Night Walk (RM 20/pax/hr)
• Tree Planting (RM 20/tree)
• Batik Painting (RM 25/pc)
• Boots Rental (RM 10/pair)
• Leech Socks Rental (RM 5/pair)

Day 3: Kinabatangan River/ Jungle Walk/ Kinabatangan River
• Morning Wildlife Cruise: Begin your day with an early morning boat ride to witness more wildlife along the Kinabatangan River, followed by breakfast at the lodge.
• Jungle Trek: A guided jungle walk provides an in-depth look at the riverine forest’s unique vegetation and wildlife.
• Afternoon Wildlife Cruise: After lunch, set off on a second boat cruise to spot even more fascinating animals along the river.
• Overnight: Bilit Adventure Lodge (Superior Air-Conditioned Room with Attached Bathroom).
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Kinabatangan River/ Sandakan City Tour/ Sandakan Airport
• Departure: After breakfast, check out of Bilit Lodge and head back to Sandakan for lunch.
• Sandakan City Tour: Explore Sandakan’s historical and cultural highlights, including:
o Sandakan Memorial Park: A poignant tribute to those who suffered during WWII.
o Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple: An iconic temple with stunning views of the city.
o St. Michael’s Church: A century-old church that showcases Sandakan’s colonial heritage.
o Central Market: Witness the bustling marketplace where fresh seafood and local produce are sold.
o Agnes Keith Museum: Learn about the life of Agnes & Harry Keith during the British colonial era.
o English Tea House: End the tour with a refreshing beverage and a panoramic view of Sandakan Nature City.
• Transfer: After the tour, you’ll be transferred to your hotel or Sandakan Airport.
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Package Inclusions:
• English-speaking guide
• Tours & transfers (Ex-Sandakan)
• Park entrance fees where applicable
• Meals: 3 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 3 Dinner
• 1 night accommodation at Selingan Island and 2 night at Bilit Adventure Lodge (BAL)

Terms and conditions:
Min pax: Based on minimum of 2 paying adults on SIC basis. Child rates can be applied after 2 paying adults.
Child rates: 1-3 y.o. charge 30% of adults' rates, 4-10 y.o. charge 55% of adults rates, 11 y.o. and above considered as adult (based on year of birth).
Single Supp: RM185 nett per person per night for islands. RM135 nett per person per night for Bilit Adventure Lodge and Sepilok Jungle Resort.
Private: Refers to private guide and land transfer only. All sea/river activities are on sharing basis.
Room Upgrade: RM165 nett per person to upgrade to Deluxe room in BAL
Peak Season: An additional of RM90 nett per person per night for BAL (1 July to 31 Aug) and Selingan Island (1 June to 30 Sept).

Package Exclusions:
• Airfares
• Camera fees
• Beverages
• Tipping
• Hiring the snorkelling gears
• Tourism Tax (TTx) at RM 10.00 per room/nigh

What to Bring:
• Raincoat
• Torchlight
• Cap/hat
• Camera
• Sun cream
• Binoculars
• Insect repellent
• Personal toiletries
• Personal medications
• Good walking shoes
• Socks (leech socks available for hire/sale)
• Comfortable cotton T-shirts with long or short pant

Embark on a truly unforgettable adventure, where you’ll explore Borneo’s stunning natural beauty, from the magical turtle nesting on Selingan Island, to the wild wonders of the Kinabatangan River and the tranquil charm of Sandakan’s cultural sites. Let us guide you through this breathtaking experience!

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NOTES:
1.The above timing is provided as a guideline only and is subject to change based on the actual tour schedule on the day, as determined by the tour guide
2.We, Sepilok Tropical Wildlife Adventure Sdn Bhd, reserve the right to change or alter the itinerary or route in the event of specific reasons, such as room availability, timing, or weather conditions.

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