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The Kinabatangan River
The Kinabatangan river is one of the best and most easily accessible places to see wildlife in Asia! The population density of animals on this stretch of the Kinabatangan river is second to none, including so much of Sabah's most sought after wildlife: Orang-utans, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, langurs, wild cats, crocodiles, amazing birdlife and much much more! We recommend you take a 3 day 2 night Kinabatangan river trip as this will give you the best chances of seeing as much wildlife as possible.
Over the course of 3 days you will be surrounded by nature, join sunrise & sunset river cruises, trek through the jungle and also get the chance to experience the jungle at night, on night walks. Experienced, eagle-eyed nature guides will be with you throughout to help you spot the critters you may otherwise miss! With varied trip options and accommodation ranging from dorms and private A/C rooms to private villas, our Kinabatangan river trips can accommodate just about all budgets and comfort levels. |
HORNBILL LODGE
Looking for high quality accommodation at affordable prices? Join our team at Hornbill Lodge on the banks of the Kinabatangan river and experience one of Borneo's best wildlife destinations with river cruises, night walks, jungle walks and more! All packages include return transfers from Sandakan, accommodation, meals & guided activities. Stay in any of our spacious and newly renovated rooms or dorms and enjoy air-conditioning, ceiling fans, ensuite bathrooms, extra large beds and river facing balconies, all at an affordable price!
2D1N Kinabatangan River Experience (Short on Time)Short on time? This 2D1N option is quick yet still gives you an opportunity to see Sabah's unique wildlife - Dorm and Private room options.
From RM545 |
3D2N Kinabatangan River Safari (Without Sepilok) - Best for tight budgets!Our recommended minimum length of stay on the Kinabatangan and ideal for those who are trying to keep their costs low but still want to experience all of what the Kinabatangan river has to offer.
Dorm and Private room options. From RM750 |
3D2N Sepilok & Kinabatangan River SafariOur most popular option! Visit the wildlife Sanctuaries in Sepilok and spend 2 nights at the Kinabatangan river for a perfect wildlife experience - Dorm and Private room options.
From RM1250 |
4D3N Kinabatangan river Safari & Gomantong caves bat exodusStay 3 nights at Hornbill Lodge for a chance to experience the incredible variety of wildlife along the Kinabatangan river as well as the magical exodus of over 1 million bats at Gomantong caves!
From RM1390 |
4D3N Turtle Island, Sepilok & Kinabatangan RiverSpend 1 night on Selingan island to witness baby turtles taking their first steps towards the ocean, explore Sepilok sanctuaries then continue on to the Kinabatangan river for 2 nights for an ultimate wildlife experience.
From : RM2400 |
5D4N WILDLIFE SAFARIS AND BEYOND
The Kinabatangan river is ideally situated to be part of a longer wildlife adventure and a stay at Hornbill Lodge can easily be combined with visiting one or more of Sabah's other main nature & wildlife reserves such as Danum Valley Conservation Area, Tabin Wildlife Reserve and Deramakot Forest Reserve, or even an adventure to the summit of Mount Kinabalu! Browse our combo itineraries or contact us to start planning your wildlife adventure.
TUNGOG RAINFOREST ECO CAMP
Looking for an eco & budget-friendly alternative to more mainstream Kinabatangan river tours? The Tungog Rainforest Eco Camp (TREC) is designed for the adventurous traveller who doesn't mind living simply in the rainforest in order to help conserve the environment. TREC is run as part of The Batu Puteh Community Ecotourism Co-operative (KOPEL), which is an eco-tourism community based cooperative that was started in 1996. The goal of TREC is to create an alternative form of income for the local people, while at the same time rehabilitating damaged ecosystems in the area, protecting the remaining rainforest and preserving the local indigenous culture.
2D1N, 3D2N or 4D3N Kinabatangan River Eco CampNestled between the curves of the Kinabatangan River and the beautiful Tungog Oxbow-Lake, this basic eco camp offers a different and unique experience of the Kinabatangan River, including the chance discover the Supu forest reserve and Tulug ancient burial caves.
From RM360 (Excluding transport) |
SUKAU RAINFOREST LODGE
Indulge yourself with a Borneo Villa at Sukau Rainforest Lodge and enjoy travelling to the lodge by speedboat from Sandakan! Perfect for those wanting to experience the amazing wildlife and nature of the Kinabatangan River without leaving behind any of their creature comforts and enjoy the added benfit of a refreshing plunge pool to cool down between river cruises!
3D2N Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari - By BoatAfter your guided visit of Sepilok, transfer to Sukau by boat and spend 2 nights exploring the Kinabatangan river from the comfort of a Borneo Villa at Sukau Rainforest Lodge for ultimate river luxury.
From RM2790 |
4D3N Turtle Island & Sukau Rainforest LodgeCovering the highlights of the Sandakan area, Turtle Island, Sepilok Orang-utan & Sun bear sanctuaries, before heading by boat to Sukau Rainforest Lodge for your Kinabatangan Wildlife river safari.
From RM3590 |