A Wildlife Adventure - A Small Group Safari from £1,450 per person sharing - June 2008

10^th June

Arrive and transfer to Rasa Ria [5 star]. They have orangs 'in-house' which provides a different view of "captive Orangutans". Meals etc are not included as there are a number of local restaurants that you may wish to try out!
O/N Rasa Ria

11^th June

In search of Orang Utans in and around Rasa Ria under your own steam. Imagine a private paradise cradled between forested hills and a long sweep of a 3 km long, untouched, pristine beach,  washed by the South China Sea. Find your very own Shangri-La here at the Rasa Ria Resort, set on Pantai Dalit beach and surrounded by 400 acres of lush tropical vegetation including a unique nature reserve. Here you will meet Sabah's icon, the orangutan, amidst a remarkable array of indigenous flora and fauna. Surprising encounters with hornbills gliding right overhead, peacocks displaying during breakfast, a bear cat greeting you from a tree or the occasional iguana crossing your path are all part of the magic of this remarkable resort.
O/N Rasa Ria (B)

12^th June

Today you have a chance to visit the Poring Hot Springs; these are thermal springs that were constructed for the Japanese soldiers during the war. At Poring you can also enjoy the canopy walkway, explore the caves and the myriad of pathways that lead off into the jungle…

O/N Celyn Hotel – a comfortable hotel with views over Mt Kinabalu…on a clear day! (B/L/D)

13^th June

Overland transfer to Sepilok Nature Resort. Upon arrival here have a rest and then depending on how energetic you're feeling either go on a cultural visit to the Water Village & Chinese Temple or trek 10 minutes on wooden plank walks to witness the feeding of the Orangutans in the sanctuary. This is a great experience as previously captive Orangutans (through deforestation, poaching, etc) are being re-habituated to their natural surroundings for release when they are once again capable of supporting themselves. In the evening you have the chance to join a night  walk to see what nocturnal jungle fauna and flora you can spot!
O/N Sepilok Nature Resort (B/L/D)

14^th June

Early start for a morning jungle walk as you watch the jungle come to life. Return to the lodge for breakfast and then witness the morning and afternoon feeding of the Orangutans. A visit to the Sanctuary will allow you to come in close contact with the remarkable "man of the forest". It is interesting and exciting to watch as these large red apes are astonishingly gentle, highly intelligent and will gaze at you with almost disconcerting frankness. In the evening set off into the jungle in search of the nocturnal jungle wildlife.
O/N Sepilok Nature Resort (B/L/D)

15^th June

This morning you have a transfer to BILIT at Ulu Kinabatangan. BILIT offers you one of the best opportunities to see Orangutans in the wild! Similar to Sukau but not quite as developed BILIT rests on the banks of the Kinabatangan river and has the second highest density of wild Orangutans in Borneo. Today and tomorrow are spent exploring this area of mangrove and rainforest either on foot or by boat. The river safari visits a variety of fauna and flora along the banks of the Kinabatangan River including orangutans and proboscis monkeys! Guide, accommodation and meals are all included.
O/N BILIT - rustic but comfortable accommodation with ensuite bathrooms (B/L/D)

16^th June

Today you can opt for the river safari which visits a variety of fauna and flora along the banks of the Kinabatangan River including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, tree snakes, crocodiles,  civets, monitor lizards macaques and much much more! Sumatran Rhinos have been spotted here (although fairly rare) and herds of wild elephant often pass through the park...
O/N BILIT (B/L/D)

17^th June

Today you depart to Tabin via Gomantong Caves. These caves are home to a variety of birds and during certain times of the year their eggs are harvested as a delicacy. AN enthralling tour of the caves as you learn about the local techniques for harvesting. A chance to relax upon arrival at Tabin before the adventures of the next few days.

O/N Tabin Wildlife Reserve – comfortable wood chalets with views over the river and into the forest (B/L/D)

18^th June

A full day to enjoy the wonders of Tabin Wildlife Reserve. Tabin is home to a variety of fauna and flora including pygmy elephants, hornbills, orangutans, a variety of birdlife and if you are very lucky the Sumatran rhinoceros…

O/N Tabin Wildlife Reserve (B/L/D)

19^th June

An early departure for your transfer to Danum Valley. On arrival at your rainforest lodge you will have time to sit back and relax and enjoy the surroundings. Danum Valley is one of the best remaining examples of how Borneo's forests used to be, with a thick tropical canopy and a variety of wildlife.
O/N Borneo Rainforest Lodge - locally crafted bungalows connected by a walkway and perched along the bank of the river with views into the rainforest (B/L/D)

20^th June

Set up to protect the area from logging, Danum Valley encompasses 43 kilometres squared of pristine rainforest. Aside from this the conservation area has a variety of wildlife including, orang-utans, a variety of birdlife, clouded leopard, elephant and if one is very lucky the Sumatran rhino. With both a canopy walkway and a viewpoint which looks out over the jungle canopy and the dramatic mountains this conservation area is definitely worth dropping in on.
O/N Borneo Rainforest Lodge - locally crafted bungalows connected by a walkway and perched along the bank of the river with views into the rainforest (B/L/D)

21^st June

An early morning forest walk before departing to the airport for your return flight to Kota Kinabalu. A chance to relax and recount the adventures of the last 10 days before catching your international flight in the morning.

O/N Magellan Seaview – a comfortable western style hotel (B/L)

22^nd June

Today you transfer to the airport in time for your international flight back home (B)

N.B. Cost based on 8 people travelling; please note there may be a surcharge if less than 8 people travel