Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Abai Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort
Bilit Rainforest Lodge
2D1N Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave
From RM1,095.00
3D2N Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave
From RM1,825.00
Selingan Turtle Island
2D1N Sandakan - Selingan Turtle Island Escape
From RM1,270.00
3D2N Selingan Turtle Island & Bilit Rainforest Lodge
From RM2,110.00
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
2D1N Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort - Kinabatangan River Cruises & Jungle Walk
From RM430.00
3D2N Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort - Kinabatangan River Cruises & Jungle Walk
From RM520.00
Sepilok Nature Lodge
Curated Sandakan Tours
Choose from a range of flexible options for Sandakan Day Tours, or elevate your experience with our unforgettable Multi-day Tours from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Maximize your stay in Sabah, Borneo with our carefully curated itineraries.
SANDAKAN & KINABATANGAN RIVER
Nestled in the heart of Sabah, Borneo, Sandakan and the Kinabatangan River form an enchanting gateway to the wonders of nature. A captivating region that seamlessly blends rich history with unparalleled biodiversity, this destination beckons travellers to embark on a journey through pristine landscapes and wildlife havens.
Sandakan: A Tapestry of History and Wildlife
Known for its intriguing historical significance, Sandakan stands as a testament to the enduring tales of the past. From its position on the northeastern coast of Borneo, facing the azure waters of the Sulu Sea, the city beckons with a charm that extends beyond its colonial roots.
Whispers of the past continue to permeate through Sandakan, with markers of its rich history evident in the surviving architecture from the time. But beyond its human history is the wild wonder of its natural world, the beating heart beneath the concrete jungle.
About 300 kilometres from Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan is the starting point to many adventures out in nature, serving as a gateway to some of Borneo's most iconic wildlife conservation centres, including the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Orang utans, sun bears, proboscis monkeys, red leaf monkeys, and various bird species can be seen in and around Sandakan itself. But venture a little further out, and you may find yourself even more deeply entrenched in nature.
Kinabatangan River: The Wildlife Symphony
The second longest river in Malaysia, with a total length of 560 kilometres, the Kinabatangan River flows gracefully through Sabah’s lush landscapes and emerges as a haven for wildlife enthusiasts.
A two-hour drive out from Sandakan, the river is a living tapestry of nature’s marvels, renowned as one of the best places in Borneo to encounter wildlife. A boat ride along the river at dusk or dawn offers the best opportunities for sightings. From the iconic proboscis monkeys swinging through the treetops to the elusive pygmy elephants ambling along its banks to the mysterious crocodiles that trail quietly by, the river unveils a spectacle of life that captivates the hearts of all who venture here.
One of the world’s richest ecosystems, Kinabatangan River is home to all sorts of wild and wonderful creatures, including all eight species of hornbills that can be found in Borneo.
The dense tropical forest that surrounds it is also one of only two spots in the world where ten species of primates can be found – look out for gibbons, macaques, langur monkeys, slow lorises, and more on your journey down the river.
Claudia
After returning home from our memorable trip to Borneo, I would like to take opportunity to thank you very much for
contributing to so many beautiful moments. This trip to Selingan Island was one of the highlights of our trip. Vendon was a true gem and this humor, positive attitude and knowledge contributed to the success of this trip. It was a super smooth flow from pick up to drop off. We had a great time with our small groupand truly enjoyed our time on the island. Please share our regards with the “Amazing Borneo Team” as well who did a fantastic job executing this trip. All the best!
Tracy Evans
We had a fantastic time - we loved the whole trip. Our guide and driver, Richard and Kiko were fabulous, they were always on time and went above and beyond to make our trip a memorable one. We were very lucky to see lots of wild life and particularly enjoyed the 2 nights at Bilit Lodge. The hotels and meals included in the trip were very good. We would definitely use Amazing Borneo again and would happily recommend you to others.
Travel Monkies
We joined tour 3D2N Selingan Turtle Island & Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Turtle Island / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave / Sandakan. This is definitely a recommended tour which you can have great experience of Borneo in short time.
We had John tour guide and Jeffrey as a driver. John is not just a guide but has lots of knowledge around nature. Also he tells us where we should be to have best view etc. Jeffrey is a professional driver who always waited us when we needed him with car cool and nice without a failure.
950ian
We used Amazing Borneo to put together a bespoke package and all went really well - we all had a great time. From KK we first visited Tamparuli, the Mount Kinabalu base camp, Poring Hot Springs etc. stayed one night in Kundasang and then drove to Sandakan. From there we visited the excellent turtle conservation project on Pulau Selingan, Gomantong Caves and Kinabatangan River. Lots of wildlife along the river (proboscis monkeys, macaques, crocodiles, hornbills, kingfishers, herons etc.). From Sandakan we flew back to KK and then on to Mulu for three nights - as excellent as ever! All the arrangements worked very well, and the drivers and guides were all very good. Highly recommended!
Gertjan
Really amazing. Amazing Borneo helped us online (from the Netherlands) to fulfill our wishes. In Borneo everything fitted, drivers perfectly on time, very nice people and good advices.
Do you want to go to Borneo book here! Look on the website for sites to visit. We visited the rainforest in Kinabatangan river and Lankayan island, a true adventure.
Kareem T.
Booked 2 trips on Sabah Travel recommended by Liz, booking was quick and easy. I enjoyed my time in Mantanani Island and then to the Kinabatangan river. The lodge was simple but I had a good experience staying there!
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