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What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to Borneo with Malaysia Airlines (via Kuala Lumpur) ✔ Where you’ll stay Sandakan, 4 H Sabah Hotel Sandakan Sukau, Bilit Rainforest Lodge Kota Kinabalu, 4 H Horizon Hotel ✔ 15 meals ✔ 11 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate What you’ll see Meet the residents of Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre View Puu Jih Shih Temple Spot exotic wildlife while cruising the Kinabatangan River Enjoy a nature walk through scenic Kinabalu National Park Cruise along the Menanggul River Day 1: UK to Sandakan Depart the UK on your scheduled, overnight flight. Day 2: Sandakan On arrival, you will be met at the airport before travelling to the serene Memorial Park. Continue to the house of author Agnes Keith, now a quaint museum, followed by high tea at the neighbouring English Tea House. Day 3: Sandakan B/L This morning meet Borneo’s most famous residents at the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where these endangered creatures are rescued and returned to the ancient lowland forest. Wander wooden walkways to observe these cerebral primates glide between trees. Situated adjacent is the Sun Bear Conservation Centre, whose charming native residents benefit from vast enclosures built to imitate their natural habitat. Renowned as the smallest bears in Southeast Asia, observe these delightful animals roaming their luxuriant territory before reaching the Rainforest Discovery Centre. Exhibiting native flora and fauna, its highlight is undoubtedly a spectacular 80ft canopy walkway, allowing a unique perspective of Borneo’s diverse avian inhabitants. Day 4: Sandakan to Sukau B/L/D Begin the day with a visit the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. After visiting the sanctuary begin your journey to remote village of Sukau. After lunch, embark upon a relaxing late afternoon motorboat cruise to witness the drooped-nose proboscis monkeys leaping from great heights into the main river. After dinner, join a night cruise to see the nocturnal wildlife of the river. Day 5: Sukau B/L/D Today enjoy a motorboat journey along Malaysia’s second longest river and centrepiece for Bornean wildlife, the Kinabatangan. Spot prehistoric monitor lizards, wandering pygmy elephants and leopard-like civet cats before reaching the tranquil Kelenanap river bend. Here, explore the jungle by foot in search of enchanting wildlife under the watch of macaque colonies. Exuding blissful serenity and nestled within a remote region of dense forestland, spend the afternoon at leisure in Sukau before heading back out onto the river. Day 6: Sukau to Kota Kinabalu B/L Today, travel back to Sandakan and visit the spectacular Puu Jih Shih Temple. Following a tasty lunch, fly to Kota Kinabalu. Day 7: Kota Kinabalu B/L Journey to Kinabalu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Mount Kinabalu. Enjoy a guided nature trek of Borneo’s dynamic bio- diversity including the unusual Nepenthes Rajah, a carnivorous plant that attracts birds and small mammals into its deadly urn shaped trap. Continue to the nearby Poring Hot Springs to relax in the warm baths before traversing a 134ft Menggaris tree canopy walkway, which provides a breathtaking view across one of the oldest rainforests in the world. Day 8: Kota Kinabalu B/L This morning, discover the home of five tribes at the Mari Mari Cultural Village to gain a fascinating insight into Borneo’s indigenous people. Witness the sculpting of blowpipes, learn traditional bamboo cooking, sample the curiously shaped Jala ‘net’ cake and encounter the Murut people who were the last tribe to renounce headhunting! Following lunch explore Kota Kinabalu at leisure then travel back to your hotel for your final evening in Borneo. Day 9: Kota Kinabalu to the UK B Depart for your return flight, or continue on to your chosen extension. On this nine day adventure, meet the hospitable Bornean Orangutans, sail alongside majestic pygmy elephants and immerse yourself within the enchanting forest that surrounds the dramatic spectacle of Borneo’s highest mountain. Proboscis monkey Borneo’s Jungles and Orangutans THIS TOUR EXPLORE Departures & from prices Jun 24 £2,199 Apr 25 £2,299 Jul 24 £2,599 May 25 £2,099 Aug 24 £2,599 Jun 25 £2,199 Sep 24 £2,299 Jul 25 £2,599 Oct 24 £2,399 Aug 25 £2,599 Nov 24 £2,399 Sep 25 £2,499 Feb 25 £2,499 Oct 25 £2,499 Mar 25 £2,499 Nov 25 £2,499 • Lead-in price based on 14 May 25 • A single supplement starts from just £379 • Tipping paid locally $35 pp per tour Extend your tour Kuala Lumpur city stay, 3 nights, 4 H B&B from £299 Kota Kinabalu beach stay, 3 nights, 5 H B&B from £419 Includes: Private vehicle & driver/guide or driver and local guides; return flights; accommodation, meals & excursions as per Group Tour PRIVATE TOURING FROM ONLY AN EXTRA £299 PP • AVAILABLE DAILY • Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details East Asia & Oceania 61
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