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Home > Destinations > Kinabatangan River > 3D2N Sepilok & Kinabatangan River Safari

3D2N Full Kinabatangan River Safari
(Semporna to Sandakan)


Join us for a nature filled adventure through the mighty Kinabatangan river and to the wildlife sanctuaries in Sepilok. Leave from Semporna for 2 nights at a riverside lodge and cruise in search of pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, wild orangutans, gibbons, hornbills, crocodiles and more! On the last day, continue on to Sepilok to discover the world's smallest bears then head over to Sepilok orangutan sanctuary to explore both the main feeding platform and nursery at Sepilok orangutan sanctuary. There are both private AC chalet and dormitory options available and tours depart daily based on min 2 people.

Itinerary

 Day 1 
Have a late breakfast before pick up from your hotel or dive centre in Semporna between 10.30 - 11.30am and begin the 4-hour journey to the Kinabatangan River Wildlife Sanctuary. Upon arrival in Kampung Bilit, afternoon tea with local snacks will be available before the first boat cruise at 4pm. In the late afternoon, you will proceed for the river cruise around 4:00 pm in search of wildlife along the river banks returning for a buffet dinner. After dinner, you have the option to join a night walk around the lodge grounds in search of roosting birds, insects and nocturnal creatures. (D)
Please note that guests arriving on Scuba Junkie's transfer boat from Mabul at 11.30am will need to depart directly from the boat to the lodge and will not have time for lunch along the way, please ensure you bring plenty of snacks for the journey.
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Day 2
As day dawns, join the early morning boat cruise in search of pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, hornbills, orang-utans and more before returning to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast join a trek along the river banks looking for wildlife before returning to the lodge for lunch and the chance to relax surrounded by nature. Once the afternoon sun cools down, join the cruise boat for more wildlife spotting opportunities. After a buffet dinner there will be another chance for a night walk looking for tarsiers, frogs, insects, flying squirrels and other nocturnal wildlife. (B, L, D) Optional add-on: Night cruise RM80 per person
Day 3
Wake-up to the calls of gibbons and hornbills and join our 6 am morning River Cruise for your final chance to spot pygmy elephants, orang utans, proboscis monkeys, hornbills and all types of other birds & monkeys on the river. Return to the lodge for breakfast and then transfer to Sepilok to visit the canopy walk at Sepilok Rainforest Discovery Centre. You will then have lunch in a local restaurant while waiting for the orang-utan sanctuary to re-open. Around 2 pm head in for a short walk to the orang-utan nursery where you can watch orphaned orangutans getting cared for and playing. After watching these lively young orang-utans, continue to the main feeding platform for the 3pm feeding. Around 4 pm leave Sepilok and transfer to Sandakan airport or town, ETA by 4.30pm. (Guests wishing to fly same day may book a flight leaving SDK airport at 6.30pm or later) (B, L)
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Accommodation

Hornbill Lodge

Ideally situated in a tranquil spot between Bilit and Sukau, Hornbill Lodge offers guests the chance to explore one of Sabah’s best-loved bio-diversity hot spots without compromising on comfort.

​Our newly renovated river chalets and 4-bed dormitories are some of the best and largest on the river and will comfortably accommodate solo travellers, couples, families and friends! All rooms, including dormitories, have river facing balconies, air-conditioning and ensuite bathrooms with hot-water showers.

Pricing

3D2N Full Kinabatangan river safari (Semporna - Sandakan): 
Dorm: RM1500 per person
River Chalet: RM1700 per person

Tours depart based on minimum 2 pax per booking, solo travellers are welcome to join our existing departure dates or contact us for alternative tour options.

* A peak period surcharge of RM140 per person  is applicable from 1st April until 30th Sept 2024
*25% discount for children aged 4 - 12 year old  sharing a room with 2 adults
*Single supplement of RM300 applies for single occupancy in chalet (minimum 2 pax per departure)
Prices valid until 31st Dec 2024

Additional info

Inclusive of
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Return road transfer Semporna > Kinabatangan river > Sepilok > Sandakan
- Meals: 2 breakfast, 2 lunch & 2 dinner, coffee, tea & water refills.
- Accommodation: dorm or ensuite chalet
- 2 morning & 2 afternoon river cruises, 2 guided night activities, guided trekking
- Guided visit to Sepilok Rainforest Discovery Centre & Orang-utan rehabilitation centre​

Package excludes- ​Tourism tax (private rooms only- RM10/room per night), flights, camera fees at Sepilok and tips (optional)

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(+60) 01112658581

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Wisma Sabah,  
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.                                     
Phone (+60) 0111 2658581

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  • Home
  • Explore Borneo
    • Wildlife Destinations >
      • Kinabatangan River
      • Danum Valley
      • Tabin Wildlife Reserve
      • Deramakot Forest Reserve
      • Turtle Island
    • Mount Kinabalu >
      • Mount Kinabalu climbing packages
      • Planning your climb
      • Mount Kinabalu Trail
      • Packing for Mount Kinabalu
      • Mount Kinabalu accommodation
      • Mount Kinabalu FAQs
      • Mount Kinabalu - History & Biodiversity
      • West to East Shuttle
    • Mulu National Park
    • Off the beaten track >
      • Maliau Basin
      • Mount Trus Madi
      • Orou Sapulot
      • Kiau Homestay (Mt Kinabalu foothills)
      • Batang Ai
    • Day trips from Kota Kinabalu >
      • Kinabalu Geopark Trekking
      • Kiulu river rafting
      • Proboscis Monkey River Cruise
      • Snorkeling KK Marine park
      • Scuba diving in KK Marine park
  • Combo itineraries
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