Tabin Wildlife Reserve
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Tabin wildlife reserve is Sabah’s largest nature reserve and is a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts! Comfortable river & hillside chalets, mud volcanoes that attract larger mammals, great bird watching opportunities and an excellent variety of treks and night safaris make this a number one choice amongst visitors to Sabah. Not only have all 8 species of Borneo’s hornbills been recorded here but lucky visitors will usually also be able to wake up to the sounds of gibbons and spot Borneo pygmy elephants just across the river from the lodge!
The entry point to Tabin wildlife reserve is Lahad Datu, a small town on the east coast of Sabah which can be reached by bus/private transport from Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Semporna as well as by plane from Kota Kinabalu. The Tabin Wildlife Resort is the only accommodation in Tabin Wildlife Reserve and offers a total of 20 comfortable Hill & River Chalets with air conditioning, hot showers & private balconies. Packages at the Tabin Wildlife Resort start from 3D/2N and include return transfers from Lahad Datu to the lodge as well as accommodation, meals & guided trekking / safari activities. |
Itinerary
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Day 01
Meet your guide at in Lahad Datu at 08.00 or 12.00 for 1.30hr transfer into Tabin wildlife reserve. Upon arrival check into your Tabin Wildlife Resort Chalet and take a walk to explore the local Lipad River area, home to a surprising variety of birds, insects and small mammals. Discover the rich variety of jungle herbs, some endemic, used for generations by local folks for the treatment of various ailments. In the afternoon, trek with your guide from the Elephant trail to the active Lipad mud volcano which provides a mineral salt lick for wildlife, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano which is frequented by wildlife and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. The adventurous can try the effects of the volcanic mud, said to be responsible for a fine complexion. Trek from the mud volcano back to the main road. After dinner join the 4X4 night safari drive looking for nocturnal animals (L,D) Day 02 Start with an optional early morning bird walk to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species. After breakfast, trek through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or simply relax. In the afternoon you may wish to try out the Tabin Rainforest Foot Soak made with a natural blend of herbs, to relax tired muscles after long jungle treks. As the sun sets, go on a dusk drive to look for nocturnal wildlife coming before returning to the lodge for dinner and an after dinner night walk on the nature trail nearby the resort (B,L,D) Day 03 After breakfast, free and easy until check out. You may opt to take up a dawn drive or jungle walk to look out for wildlife that is active at this time of the day. (Optional activity not included in package: Dawn Drive and Jungle Walk). Transfer out is at 1.30pm after lunch. You will be back in Lahad Datu by 3pm - 3.30pm for your onward journey. (B,L) |
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Day 01
Meet your guide at in Lahad Datu at 08.00 or 12.00 for 1.30hr transfer into Tabin wildlife reserve. Upon arrival check into your Tabin Wildlife Resort Chalet and take a walk to explore the local Lipad River area, home to a surprising variety of birds, insects and small mammals. Discover the rich variety of jungle herbs, some endemic, used for generations by local folks for the treatment of various ailments. In the afternoon, trek with your guide from the Elephant trail to the active Lipad mud volcano which provides a mineral salt lick for wildlife, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano which is frequented by wildlife and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. The adventurous can try the effects of the volcanic mud, said to be responsible for a fine complexion. Trek from the mud volcano back to the main road. After dinner join the 4X4 night safari drive looking for nocturnal animals (L,D) Day 02 Start with an optional early morning bird walk to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species. After breakfast, drive to the core area with a stop to climb the bird watching tower and learn more about the orangutan release centre. Trek through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad Waterfall, take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or simply relax. In the afternoon you may wish to try out the Tabin Rainforest Foot Soak made with a natural blend of herbs, to relax tired muscles after long jungle treks. As the sun sets, go on a dusk drive to look for nocturnal wildlife coming before returning to the lodge for dinner and an after dinner night walk on the nature trail nearby the resort (B,L,D) Day 03 Join morning and afternoon jungle walks along with your nature guide or simply to choose to relax and soak up the sounds of the jungle from your balcony. After dinner jump onto one of our vehicles for the night safari in search of nocturnal wildlife. (B, L, D) Day 04 After breakfast, join the early the morning bird walk and then free and easy until check out. Transfer out is at 1.30pm after lunch. You will be back in Lahad Datu by 3pm - 3.30pm for your onward journey. (B,L) |
Pricing
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3D2N Tabin Wildlife Safari
RM2550 per person Based on 2pax sharing room Hill lodge or River lodge room. 4D3N Tabin Wildlife Safari RM3130 per person Based on 2pax sharing room Hill lodge or River lodge room. * Single supplement 50% *Malaysian tourism tax (RM10/night) Optional activities on departure day (Not included in package): RM120.00 per person (Dawn Drive) RM60.00 per person (Jungle walk) |
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Additional info
Package includes: Scheduled return transfer Lahad Datu/Tabin/Lahad Datu, accommodation, meals as stated, guided tours and activities.
What to bring: Binoculars, Insect repellent, long sleeve shirts & long pants, raincoat, sun hat, swim wear, comfortable trekking shoes, torch light, water bottle & personal toiletries. Leech socks are available for sale at the resort’s shop.
What to bring: Binoculars, Insect repellent, long sleeve shirts & long pants, raincoat, sun hat, swim wear, comfortable trekking shoes, torch light, water bottle & personal toiletries. Leech socks are available for sale at the resort’s shop.
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