Description

Sandakan: 3D2N Wildlife Cruise and Live Like a Local

Tour code:

#T65779

4.8

average rating is 4.8 out of 5

( 16 reviews)

3 days 2 nights

Malaysia

Start from:

Sandakan, Airport, Sepilok Area

End at:

Sandakan, Airport, Sepilok Area

Type tour:

Group, Package

Age range:

0 - 99 years old

Languages:

English

Payments:

Pay Advance

Highlight

A three-day, two-night stay at a unique homestay with a local family
Opportunity to witness all of the iconic big five along the river, along with the wild species
Experience guided jungle walks and wildlife river cruises with a local family host
Engage in experiences that nurture cultural heritage and bolster the local economy
Immerse yourself in a riverside retreat along one of Borneo's longest rivers

About tour

Discover in a local homestay, savour home-cooked meals, and gain insight into village life through perhaps a warm interactions with your hosts. Your visit directly benefits local residents, preserves village customs for your hosts and makes protecting wildlife worth more than cutting down trees. This journey is about discover the wild side of Borneo, chasing the real, and having an authentic, raw, and wild experience. Glide through Kinabatangan River on guided jungle hikes and boat trips that showcase the rainforest's marvels at dawn and dusk. Glide through lush jungles in quest of opportunities to spot proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and who knows, maybe even the Borneo Big 5!

Itinerary

Day 1 : The Journey Unfolds

Get in the vehicle and leave Sandakan as the road twists through oil palm fields, wooden kampungs, and verdant scenery. Drive 2.5 hours to the riverbank where the Kinabatangan shimmers like a brown serpent. Warm Bornean hosts welcome you into their house, where you'll find comfort in simple but private rooms. Prepare for first 2-hour sunset wildlife river cruise where guide will lead along the meandering canals in search of wild animals, proboscis monkeys, stunning hornbills, and, if lucky, the Borneo Big 5. Near twilight, stop the boat in a tranquil river bend. Gibbons tell a gripping tale when the air cools. Return to delightfully dancing lights and a dinner of family recipes proven to last. Then drift off to the enchanting sounds of a rainforest orchestra in private room.

Day 2 : Into the Wild

Awaken with the dawn for a breathtaking river journey, where the soft glow of dawn sets the perfect stage for observing wildlife and capturing stunning photos. Your chances of seeing all kinds of birds, including the legendary rhinoceros Hornbill, will increase with a guide definitely boost chances of seeing these wildlife than wandering around aimlessly will lead to a bush rather than a bird. After breakfast at the homestay, embark on a short jungle trek over natural boardwalks over the river. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch and relax by the riverfront, embrace the chance to unwind by the riverside at your own time. Another third river safari lets you dive into the lively world of wildlife as animals congregate along the riverbanks to sip and search for food before the day fades away. Dinner is served at the homestay, or you may take a guided boardwalk through the jungle at night for an extra charge. Then drift off to the enchanting sounds of a rainforest orchestra in private room.

Day 3 : The River's Last Gift

The fog rolling over the river at dawn sets a magical scene in the morning, enjoy a breakfast then pack up and hit the road back to Sandakan carrying those unforgettable stories with you! Be whisked away to your Sandakan hotel or the airport for your next adventure!

Included

Tour already included

Pickup and drop off from sandakan city, airport or sepilok
2 night stay in local homestay
4 sessions of river cruise at sunrise and sunset
1 night jungle walk
2 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 2 dinner
Free-flowing drinking water, tea and coffee (none alcohol or juice)
Local guide
Sukau and kinabatangan national park fees
Boat, life jackets, and transfer fees
All permit fees and local tax

Tour not included

Optional extra activities

Your receipt will be sent instantly as a PDF after full payment and can be saved on your device. It also serves as your booking confirmation.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
Tickets are valid only for the selected activity date, and changes are not permitted.
Prices are listed in USD and can be paid using major cards, Apple Pay, bank transfer, or Wise (foreign currencies accepted).
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Rain is totally normal in the rainforest, but don't worry because the wildlife actually gets more active in wet weather and our boats have reliable roofs to keep you dry.
The tour does not include any additional activities not listed.
In a wildlife area, animals can wander freely, so you can't always count on seeing them and hence it is not guaranteed but our guide will do their best to locate them.