Tour guide、Tour & land transfers (Ex-SDK)、Meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners、1-night stay at Sepilok Jungle Resort based on twin sharing basis、1-night stay at Selingan Island Chalet based on twin sharing basis、2-nights stay at Bilit Adventure Lodge、Park entrance fees where applicable only

Tips、Snorkeling equipment、Airfare、Camera fee、Beverage、Tourism Tax (TTx) @ RM 10.00 p/room/night

Cancellations 26 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；Cancellation is not allowed between 0–25 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.；Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Photographing of turtles only with camera of unaided flash.；Snorkelling gears are available to hire (Please refer to the Island).

[Fullboard Package] 5D4N The Ultimate Sandakan Experience Tour | Sabah

Name: [Fullboard Package] 5D4N The Ultimate Sandakan Experience Tour | Sabah
SKU: 139001

Malaysia-Sabah , Sandakan

Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)

Duration:5 day(s)

Guided language: English

Free cancellation 26 day(s) prior to experience date

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Uncover the natural beauty, culture, and rich heritage of Sabah's second largest city in this not-be-missed in-depth exploration of Sandakan!

Discover the diverse ecosystem of Sandakan and see wildlife such as orangutans, sun bears, and turtles in their natural habitat
Cruise along the Kinabatangan River, the second longest river in Malaysia, and spot various flora and fauna
Visit Sandakan's famous historical sites to learn more about its fascinating past
Spend your nights on a serene island and in tropical rainforests, meals included!

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Sightseeing Tours

Transportation method	Transfer from meeting point
Tour types	Guided tour
Meal arrangement	Breakfast included, Lunch included, With dinner
Accommodation type	Resort, Cabin
Room type	Double room
Sightseeing type	Natural sights, Forest bathing, Eco-tourism, Islands tour
Transport	Sightseeing cruise, Walking
Cruise type	Sightseeing boat

Product Info

— What You Can Expect —

The second largest city in Sabah and situated on the gulf of the Sulu Sea, Sandakan is considered the gateway to Sabah's well-known ecotourism region. But beyond ecotourism, Sandakan is also an important historical site.

In this tour, you get to experience the natural wonders and wildlife of Sandakan up close, from observing turtles and their behavior at one of the oldest hatcheries in the world at Selingan Turtle Island, to encounters with orangutans at the famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, which serves as a haven for rescued orphaned baby orangutans. Just next door lies the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation, the only of its kind in the world where researchers and keepers work tirelessly to protect and raise awareness about the smallest bear species.

Discover more of Sandakan's wildlife in their natural habitat as you cruise along the second longest in Malaysia, the Kinabatangan River, and stroll through the Rainforest Discovery Centre, an education centre forest reserve that is also home to mouse deers, flying squirrels, civets and pygmy elephants.

Once known as "Little Hong Kong" due to its strong presence of Chinese immigrants, you can remnants of this period through Sandakan's architecture and cityscape. Immerse yourself deeper into its rich history and culture as you tour about iconic spots such as Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Central Market. With a combination a rich heritage and an abundance of nature, it's not hard to see why Sandakan is one of Sabah's most famous tourist destinations!

What You Can Expect

Duration: 5 day(s)

1 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Dinner , Lunch

07:20
Pick up from Sandakan Airport-1st Arrival
08:30
Pick up from Sepilok Jungle Resort
09:15
Pick up from City Hotels in Sandakan
Transfer to Sepilok Jungle Resort (SJR). Then, take a 5 mins. leisure walk to the nearby Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre.
Watching one of the nature’s most endangered animal species, the ‘Orang Utan’, in local language swing from branches to branches towards to the feeding station in the forest.
Watch the scheduled video show programme (25mins), visit to the Exhibition Hall.
Continue your tour to discover the world's smallest bear species at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Lunch en route at SJR.
Make your second visit to the orangutan sanctuary to observe and even participate in the afternoon feeding
Have an educational and fun time at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, which is part of the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. The Centre is lined with steel walkways that allow visitors to go up in the trees and spot of any of the 250 types of birds and other wildlife such as the flying squirrel and civet that call this place home
Take a walk on the suspension bridge and the long Canopy Walkway, which provides a birds-eye-view of the surrounding rainforest
Have a pleasant dinner at SJR then fall asleep to the lull of the jungle in your cozy room

2 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner

08:15
Depart SJR and transfer to the CQ Jetty for Selingan Turtle Island. This journey by motorised boat will take about 1 hour.
After lunch, grab your mask, fins and snorkel and head to the beach where you can find lots of juvenile marine life.
Or, you can choose to relax or sun bathing by the beach.
Before dinner, treat yourself to a slide show featuring information of the turtle park and turtles.
After dinner, standby at the Cafeteria. Wait for Park Ranger’s signal before proceed in a small group to the egg-laying site to witness the mother turtle laying eggs, transferring of eggs to the hatchery and releasing of hatchlings to the sea.
After an eventful day, fall asleep to the sounds of the ocean in your charming room at Selingan Island Chalet

3 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner

07:00
After a delicious breakfast surrounded by crystal-clear ocean waters, depart Selingan Turtle Island to return to the mainland and start your tour of Sandakan City
Visit Sandakan Memorial Park, a memorial site dedicated to WWII prisoners of war
Marvel at the Buddhist statues and magnificent views of Sandakan Bay at Puu Jih Shih Temple
Continue your tour to St Michael's & All Angels Church, the oldest stone church in Sabah
Discover Central Market, which offers a range of local produce, seafood, and some of the tastiest dishes in Sandakan
Stop by the Agnes Keith House museum, a British colonial house that was once home to renowned author Agnes Keith, who wrote about her daily life in British North Borneo
Visit the nearby English Tea House & Restaurant, a colonial style villa with pretty gardens and stunning bay vistas
Enjoy lunch en route to your next destination
After lunch, we will continue overland to Bilit Adventure Lodge. Upon arrival, check in.
15:30
Have an afternoon tea with some local bites.
16:00
After a short briefing by the nature guide, take an afternoon cruise along the Kinabatangan River, where you can observe wildlife on the boat itself.
Call it day with a wonderful dinner at the Lodge then enjoy the comforts of your spacious guest room

4 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner

05:30
Wake up and get ready.
06:00
Hop on a boat for an early morning cruise along the mighty Kinabatangan River, spotting wildlife such as gibbons and crocodiles along the way
After the boat ride, return to Bilit Adventure Lodge for a hearty breakfast
Late morning, depart for a guided nature jungle walk to experience the riverine forest.
Trek back to the lodge to rest, freshen up, and have your lunch
Enjoy afternoon tea break. Afternoon, depart for second afternoon river cruise.
After dinner, we proceed for a guided night walk in search of nocturnal wildlife.
Return to Bilit Adventure Lodge for a good night's rest

5 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast

08:30
Enjoy a spot of breakfast before saying goodbye to Bilit to return to Sandakan City
Transfer back to respective hotel or drop off at Sandakan Airport for your onwards flights.

Purchase Notice

What to bring (recommendations):
- Raincoat or umbrella (wet season: Nov–Feb)
- Cap/hat/clothing to protect against the sun
- Sunglasses
- A good pair of walking shoes and/or sandals
- Comfortable clothing that is tropical-weather friendly
- Swimwear
- Insect repellent, sunscreen, and sun protection
- Torch light
- Binoculars and cameras
- Personal toiletries and medication
Snorkeling gears are available to hire (Please refer to the Island).

Includes/Excludes

Tour guide
Tour & land transfers (Ex-SDK)
Meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
1-night stay at Sepilok Jungle Resort based on twin sharing basis
1-night stay at Selingan Island Chalet based on twin sharing basis
2-nights stay at Bilit Adventure Lodge
Park entrance fees where applicable only

Tips
Snorkeling equipment
Airfare
Camera fee
Beverage
Tourism Tax (TTx) @ RM 10.00 p/room/night

Surcharge(s)

Tree planting

Pay locally @ RM10 nett p/tree

Night walk

Pay locally @ RM 10.00 p/person/hour

Tourism Tax (TTX)

A Tourism Tax of RM10 per room per night for all foreign tourists staying at a registered hotel will be re-imposed effective from 1st January 2023

Reminders

Photographing of turtles only with camera of unaided flash.
Snorkelling gears are available to hire (Please refer to the Island).

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Voucher Redemption Period

The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 26 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
Cancellation is not allowed between 0–25 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.

NOTE

Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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