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Highlights
Multi-Day Trip
See native wildlife in their natural environment
Ideal choice for families
Overview
Sabah's largest protected lowland rainforest, the Danum Valley Conservation Area has 43,800 hectares of pristine and undisturbed tropical flora and fauna. This vibrant rainforest is also home to more than 340 species of birds, 124 species of mammals, 72 species of reptiles, 56 species of amphibians and a staggering 200 species of plants per hectare. The Danum Valley Conservation Area is also flagged as an Important Birds Area (IBA); IBAs are sites of international importance for conserving birds and other biodiversity. All wildlife and plants are protected within this area. Here, visitors also get the chance to visit an ancient Kadazandusun burial site, complete with belian coffins and ceramic spirit jars. Three burial sites have been discovered in Danum Valley—two near the field center and one below the cliff, overlooking Borneo Rainforest Lodge. Day 01 (L, D) Meet and Greet at Lahad Datu Airport upon arrival and proceed to for registration and briefing. Thereafter, depart at approximately 9:30am for a 2.5 hour overland journey on gravel road to Danum Valley Borneo Rain forest Lodge. This is the largest protected area of the rain forest in Sabah. Check in at the Lodge upon arrival. After lunch, you will watch an introduction slideshow of the rain forest at the Conference Room. Your first adventure will be an afternoon trek – introduction to the forest through “Nature Trails” and tree top “Canopy Walkway” 300m in length and 26m at the highest point for a close-up observation of the rain forest. Dinner at the Lodge. After dinner, enjoy a night drive in an open-top vehicle in search of nocturnal animals. Return to jungle lodge and overnight. Day 02 (B, L, D) After breakfast, we will proceed for a morning jungle trek to the Kadazandusun burial site known as the “Coffin Cliffs” before proceeding to the View Point for a bird’s eye view of the area. Descend to the jacuzzi pool and if the weather permits, you could take a refreshing dip in the cold, unpolluted rain forest stream. Return to lodge for lunch. This will be followed by afternoon jungle trek or go for a relaxing session of ‘tubing’ down the Danum River. After dinner, proceed for night walk in search for more nocturnal animals. Return to the jungle lodge and overnight. Day 03 (B, L) Breakfast at the Lodge. Morning at own leisure. After lunch, check out and depart for Lahad Datu Airport for your onward flight.
Information
Includes:
2 nights accommodations at Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Danum Valley
Shared, guided tours and activities
English-speaking services
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Round-trip shared transfer
Excludes:
Food and drinks, unless specified
Optional tours
Supplement for any unscheduled transfers
Flight tickets/airport taxes
Gratuities
Malaysia Tourism Tax (collected and payable directly to hotel)
Additional Info:
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
All services on sharing basis (SIC tours)
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Child sharing room with parents will be provided with an extra roll away bed
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Activities are subject to weather conditions, and may be re-organized to best meet the operational situation
Sighting of wildlife is not guaranteed
Maximum occupancy per room is 3 people (3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child aged 11 years or below)
Please note: For the Triple Share Option, children must be booked as an adult
Meeting Point
Lahad Datu Airport
Departure Time:
9:30 AM
Departure Comments:
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.