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Sandakan
3 Days Kinabatangan Hilltop Lodge and Wildlife Cruise
- Duration72 hours
- Max Travelers12 people
- CategoryAdditional fees, Adventure Tours
Overview
This thrilling 3-day, 2-night adventure offers guests a unique experience in the heart of the Kinabatangan sanctuary. After a rewarding 600-step climb, enjoy exclusive access to the only resort nestled atop the hill, where breathtaking views await. Engage in river cruises to spot proboscis monkeys and crocodiles, complemented by guided jungle walks that promise intimate encounters with nature. At night, unwind on your private balcony, immersed in the soothing sounds of the rainforest.
– 3-day, 2-night stay at the only hilltop resort in Kinabatangan sanctuary
– Enjoy guided jungle walks and two river cruises for wildlife spotting
– Private balconies for serene evenings surrounded by nature
– Unique opportunity to explore a wildlife-rich travel destination in Asia
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What's included
English-speaking guide, boat, life jackets, and transfer fees
2 wildlife cruise with wildlife exploration with two hour duration each
1 jungle hike with two hour duration (subject weather and animal risk)
Pickup and dropoff at Sandakan Teahouse, Airport, and Sepilok area.
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Sukau and kinabatangan national park fees
What's Not included
Government tourism tax per rooms
Itinerary
Begin the approx two-hour ride or more from the Sandakan Teahouse, the airport, or Sepilok area, then finish the hike to 600-step ascent or 100 meter to the summit. arrived and enjoy a welcome drink while taking in the panoramic views with lunch. The golden hour of the jungle beckons at 4 pm approx then proceed for 2-hour cruise, It's the perfect time to seek out any proboscis monkeys, elephants, macaques, and birds, then head back for another dinner and chill. Overnight at the resort.
After sunrise, have breakfast with a wonderful view of the river, then take a two-hour jungle walk over our quiet hill crest with stunning views of the Kinabatangan to find animals and other ecosystems. Return. After lunch and time to explore your balcony or scan the treetops, your guide will search for crocodiles, birds, orang-utans, silver leaf monkeys, long-tail and pig-tail macaques, proboscis monkeys, and more, but wildlife sightings aren't guaranteed. Return for dinner and self leisure. Overnight at the resort.
Last day another breakfast before farewell then began packing things. Check-out time is estimated at 8 a.m daily. Return back to sandakan either airport, sepilok or sandakan town.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Please note that the resort is located a 100-meter hill and requires walking access via a 600-step stairway. however, we prepared a locked lockers in our storage area below the stairs. Therefore, recommend packing separately or carrying only the basics to the top during your stay.
Please remember to bring raincoats or ponchos, repellant.
Due to the location in the there is no internet access. However, travellers can purchase an inexpensive local SIM card to stay connected. Only MYR 35 gets you unlimited data, via Celcom Xpax; the rest might not due to isolated regions.
Since all wildlife is free to roam, sightings of any particular species are not guaranteed.
Vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.