Borneo Apes & Beach

Kinabalu National Park

Sabah occupies the Northern part of Borneo; your trip begins right here. Popular for the tall Mount Kinabalu, Sabah is a prime tourist spot in Borneo. Kota Kinabalu, the coastal capital of Sabah, is located at the foot of Mount Kinabalu and known for its never-ending hustle and bustle. Markets, boardwalks, and beaches are always close by so you can easily visit them to explore the city. You'll find that Kota Kinabalu's cuisine and culture reflect western influences. The entire city is a melting pot of flavors and aesthetics from different lands. You'll be taken to a comfortable accommodation on your arrival, and your ten-day tour will officially be afoot! The first stop in your 'holidays in Borneo with orangutans', is the Kinabalu National Park, which you'll visit the very next day. A guide will help you navigate the canopy walks high above the forest floor; you'll discover local wildlife, flora, and foliage that call this Park home. It sounds like a great start, doesn't it?

Sepilok

Explore the best of the holidays in Borneo with orangutans! The Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is the best place to learn about these hairy creatures in-depth. You'll set out as part of a small group in the morning, and visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre with a guide who'll explain everything to you. During feeding time, you'll be close to the orangutans so that you can observe them in great detail, yet far enough for protection measures. After having a fun-filled experience visiting the energetic orangutans, you'll make a stop at Sunbear Sanctuary. Sun-bears are smaller than the average bear, have black fur, and are very adorable to watch. Sadly, they have become an endangered species today. After a visit to Sepilok, another exciting adventure awaits. You'll be spending two nights on a boat, in a wooden lodge, on the riverbank, deep within the jungle. You'll have the best view for all the different animals that inhabit this region, including, but not limited to monkeys, crocodiles, monitor lizards, sun bears, hundreds of species of tropical birds, and even pygmy elephants! Imagine your days filled with the sounds of the jungle and boat rides in the morning and evening. Your guide will answer all your queries and help you spot as many of the wild inhabitants as possible. After a three-day-long unforgettable exile, you'll head towards Sandakan. You'll reach your accommodation somewhere around lunch-time; relax for the rest of the day. Get ready for the next part of your holidays in Borneo with Orangutans.

Lankayan Island

Our next, and arguably your favorite spot is Lankayan Island. Situated just north of Sandakan, you'll have the time of your life in this secluded paradise down by the Sulu Sea. You'll have the time of the world just lazing around, exploring the island, swimming in the clear water, sun-bathing on the sandy white beaches, and so much more! Many projects and alternatives exist for you to dive or snorkel in the Sea; the world beneath the Sea is mysterious and breath-taking. If you're super lucky, you might even catch a volunteer group releasing baby turtles into the Sulu Sea for their first swim. Enjoy delicious meals and beautiful sunsets at Lankayan Island. On your last day, you'll be checking out of your accommodation early in the morning to leave for Sandakan.

Departure

Departure from Sandakan to the nearest airport for your flight home.