This morning, catch the speedboat transfer back to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival, meet and transfer you to the airport for your onward flights.

Orangutan Sanctuary and Boat Trip on Kinabatangan River
Orangutan Sanctuary and Boat Trip on Kinabatangan River
8-day tour with serene views
On this 8 days tour, see the delights of Borneo’s wildlife, from orangutan feeding to river cruises for animal watching. Explore Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu before closing with a visit to the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Gomantong Cave. Enjoy 3 days leisure at beautiful Gaya Island.
YOUR TOUR ITINERARY
Orangutan Sanctuary and Boat Trip on Kinabatangan River
8 day Tour Itinerary
An overview of your trip
DAY 1 Borneo
Witness the spectacular orangutan feeding and hear about conservation initiatives. The Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre is a must-see. After lunch, take a picturesque boat ride down the Kinabatangan River to Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Enjoy a wildlife-spotting river cruise, followed by a candlelight supper and informative presentations.
DAY 2 Kelenap Ox-Bow Lake
Begin your day with a river excursion to Kelenap Ox-Bow Lake, which is teaming with birds and fauna. A naturalist guide will take you on a tour of the Hornbill Boardwalk. Set off on another spectacular river trip in the afternoon.
DAY 3 Menaggol River
Begin the day with a tranquil electric motor-powered river boat on the Menanggol River to view animals. After lunch, visit Gomantong Cave to see the amazing evacuation of over two million bats and raptors.
DAY 4 Sandakan
Return to Sandakan in preparation for a trip to Kota
Kinabalu. Explore the Rainforest Discovery Centre with its canopy walk, swinging bridge, and botanical garden. pay a visit to Sandakan Memorial Park.
DAY 5 Kota Kinabalu
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. On arrival in Kota Kinabalu, you’ll be met and transferred to the dock to catch a 25-minute shared speedboat to the tropical Gaya Island.
DAY 6 Gaya Island
Day at leisure.
DAY 7 Gaya Island
Day at leisure.
DAY 8 Transfer to Airport
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences
There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, or treat yourself to an excursion. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.
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China
China: Tai Chi Lesson
Practise this ancient martial art with a Tai Chi lesson
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China
China: Calligraphy Lesson
Create your own piece with a class in Chinese caligraphy
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China
China: Tea Tasting
Appreciate the varying blends of Chinese tea at a tasting
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- Accommodation based on twin share at 4★ and 5★ hotels
- Main deck cabin on cruise
- Transportation
- Transfers
- Tours
- Meals as stated
- International flights
- Malaysia visa and fees
- Tips
- Personal Spending
- Travel Insurance
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