7D6N Wildlife Explorer & Magellan Sutera Resort Stay
7D6N Wildlife Explorer & Magellan Sutera Resort Stay
| Price From: | RM3,980.00 / per person |
| Tour Code: | ABK-LS02 |
| Region: | Kota Kinabalu & Sandakan |
| Duration: | 7 Days 6 Nights |
| Minimum: | 2 Pax |
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| Pick Up Time: | Depends on Your Flight Arrival Time |
| Drop Off Point: | |
| Drop Off Time: | Depends on Your Flight Departure Time |
| * All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure. | |
Travel Period: 01 January 2024 till 31 December 2024
EXCLUSIVE PROMOTION!
Complete your vacation by adding on the North Borneo Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise / KK City Waterfront Night Cruise at SPECIAL RATES!
Option 1: (5.30pm - 7.30pm) North Borneo Cruises - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Option 2: (8.00pm - 9.30pm) North Borneo Cruises - KK City Waterfront Night Cruise
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| Categories | Price Per Person | |
| Adult Traveller Twin-Sharing / Triple-Sharing I have a group of 2 adults or more |
MYR 3,980 |
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| Child Traveller With Bed I am accompanying and sharing room with 1 paying adults |
MYR 3,390 |
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| Child Traveller Without Bed I am accompanying and sharing room & bed with 2 paying adults |
MYR 2,790 |
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- All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
- All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian (Payable at hotel).
- Package rates are subject to change during peak season. High season surcharge will be imposed during peak seasons.
- If you wish to stay more than 6 nights or looking for another room type, please consult our tour consultant by email to info@rainforestlodge.com
- Please note the above rates is not applicable to Korean Market.
PRIVATE TOUR SERVICE
- Request for Private Tour at a reasonable fee (private guide & vehicle).
CHILD POLICY
- Maximum of 2 children below 12 years old stay free sharing room with parent using existing bed.
- Infant 0 - 2 years old will be charged MYR 40 per pax per tour.
- Below terms is only applicable for Sutera Harbour Resort - The Magellan Sutera Resort
- Children aged 5 years old and under enjoy complimentary buffet meals at Five Sails and Cafe Boleh when dining with parents (maximum 2 children).
- Children over 4 years, enjoy complimentary entry to KIDS CLUB during the operation hours.
- Infant under 2 years may utilise a cot free of charge. Cots must be requested upon check-in and are subject to availability.
- The maximum number of extra beds/children's cots permitted in a room is 1.
- Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
PEAK SEASON
- High Season Dates - MYR 300 per person will be imposed if your tour dates fall within the following period (both dates inclusive).
- 01 July - 31 Aug 2024
- Malaysia public holiday
7D6N Wildlife Explorer & Magellan Sutera Resort Stay
Luxury at its finest with a tinge of rustic Borneo and the best of Kota Kinabalu & Sandakan to complete your visit to Sabah, Malaysian Borneo.
Explore the buzzing city of Kota Kinabalu with nearby attractions and watch the world-renowned sunset along the Waterfront before heading off to Sandakan to make a visit to the intricate cave system of Gomantong Cave, get up close to our furry brethren at the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, and tour the historic Sandakan city!
The Magellan Sutera Resort presents Borneo from its core with an ethnic-themed design design and longhouse-styled lobby playing homage to the Rungus natives of Sabah. Equipped with 456 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, it overlooks magnificent views of perfectly manicured gardens, the soothing cobalt blue South ChinaSea at day, and a technicolour-painted sky at dusk. Facilitated with its very own spa centre, the Mandara Spa will enchant you into pure bliss and relaxation with a Balinese massage.
Enjoy the rustic side of Borneo in pristine wilderness without compromising comfort and luxury at Bilit Rainforest Lodge. With beautifully designed lodges, it blends perfectly into nature giving a unique local native ambience in the midst of a tropical rainforest. This Lodge offers comfort and peaceful relaxation as well as a base for exploration of the incredible plant, mammal, and bird life along the Kinabatangan River.
The rich biodiversity of the Kinabatangan River attracts and sustains a variety of Bornean-endemic wildlife such as the Bornean Pygmy Elephant, Proboscis Monkeys, Gibbons, Macaques, Orang Utans, Sumatran Rhinos, Estuarine Crocodiles, Wild Boars, and birdlife such as eight species of Hornbills, Kingfishers, Egrets, Darters, Owls, Kites, Eagles, Storm Storks, Herons, Hawks, Falcons, and many others, which you’ll have the opportunity to see along a river cruise or jungle trek.
Tour Highlights
- Stay at the luxurious Magellan Sutera Resort & Bilit Rainforest Lodge
- Explore the elusive Gomantong Cave
- Kinabatangan River Cruise adventure to spot Bornean-endemic wildlife & visit the serene Oxbow Lake
- Jungle trek in the pristine environment of Sukau
- Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre Visit (+ Optional visit to Sun Bear Conservation Centre)
- Complimentary Night Cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of nocturnal animals
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive In Kota Kinabalu / Check in to The Magellan Sutera Resort / Free & Easy
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Touch down at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Your Sabah adventure begins here!
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Transfer to Kota Kinabalu where you will check in to your room at the Magellan Sutera Resort.
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After checking in to the resort, feel free to explore the sights and sounds of the buzzing Kota Kinabalu city and nightlife.
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It’s time for a good night’s rest at the The Magellan Sutera Resort to re-energise for more adventures tomorrow!
Day 2 - Free & Easy at The Magellan Sutera Resort
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Rise & shine for breakfast.
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After breakfast, opt to book a Fun Boat Snorkeling & Island Visit tour (you may book in advance with our Sales Representative) or have yourself some peace and relaxation at Magellan Sutera Resort's own spa centre, the Mandara Spa.
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After a full day of activity, it's time to catch on some shut eye with an overnight stay at the The Magellan Sutera Resort.
Day 3 - Check Out from The Sutera Harbour Resort / Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan / Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre / Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre / Bilit Rainforest Lodge / Kinabatangan River Cruise
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Another day, another time for exploring. This time in Sandakan!
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Have yourself some breakfast & proceed to check out of your room.
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Transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport where you will catch your flight to Sandakan.
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Warm greetings and pick up at Sandakan Airport.
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Journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre.
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Upon arrival, your guide will provide a short briefing session. Watch a documentary providing you with information of the centre & the rehabilitation of an orphaned Orang Utan before entering.
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Enjoy as you get to encounter Orang Utans up close as they frolic in their natural habitat & proceed to the boardwalk where you can witness the Orang Utan feeding time from a feeding platform.
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After enjoying some time with the Orang Utans, you will proceed to Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
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Sun Bear is the smallest bear in the world where their height of adult is around 120cm to 150cm (while standing); weight around 27kg to 65kg. You can easily spot white or yellowish crescent marking on its chests.
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Then you will be taken on a 2-hour journey to the Bilit Jetty where you will take a boat ride to Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
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A welcome drink is served upon your arrival & check in at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
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Lunch is served for you to refuel and recharge!
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Hop onto your Kinabatangan River Cruise in the evening to discover wildlife situated along the river such as Proboscis Monkeys, rare bird species, and maybe chance upon a herd of Pygmy Elephants!
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Dinner will be ready after your river cruise.
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After dinner, you can opt for a complimentary night safari cruise for the opportunity to spot nocturnal animals, or have some leisure time to yourself before spending the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Day 4 - Morning Cruise or Jungle Trek
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Good Morning, sunshine!
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It's time to take in the crisp morning air by either going for an early morning river cruise along the Kinabatangan River or going for a jungle trek at Oxbow Lake.
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After a morning of wildlife encounters, it’s time to refuel and recharge with a full-spread breakfast.
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Free and easy leisure time to yourself until lunch time in the afternoon. Spend your time relaxing by the river or explore the surroundings of the lodge.!
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It’s time to prepare and head out for another river cruise!
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Dinner is served in the dining hall after your river cruise session
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amper yourself with some leisure time before spending your last night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Day 5 - Check out of Bilit Rainforest Lodge / Gomantong Cave / Sandakan Airport / Kota Kinabalu / Check in to The Magellan Sutera Resort
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A hearty breakfast will be served to kick start another day!
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Check out of Bilit Rainforest Lodge & take a 30-minute journey to Gomantong Cave.
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Explore the intricate cave system of Gomantong Caves where it is home to millions of bats and swiflets. If you’re lucky, you may get to witness the birds’ nest harvesting in action!
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After some time spent at Gomantong, it’s time to feed those rumbling tummies with lunch at a local restaurant.
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Bid Sandakan farewell & make your way to Sandakan Airport for your flight back to Kota Kinabalu city.
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Upon arrival at Kota Kinabalu International Airport, you’ll be transferred to The Magellan Sutera Resort where you will spend the remainder of your time in Sabah recuperating from your Sandakan adventures.
OPTIONAL-ADD ON: SANDAKAN CITY TOUR OR RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTER (R.D.C) OR SANDAKAN WAR MEMORIAL OR AGNES KEITH HOUSE
(Additional charge of MYR 70/- per person)
- Continue the tour to the additional add on tours of your choice. Tour ends between 1400hrs (if you choose any 1 optional-add on tour) or 1600hrs (if you choose any 2 optional-add on tours)
Note: Kindly purchase the latest flight ticket of the day if you choose this add-on tour. Consult us for more info!
Day 6 - Free & Easy at The Magellan Sutera Resort
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After exciting times in Sandakan, have yourself some free and easy time at your own pace to recuperate.
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You may op to have stay more special with an evening rendezvous on board North Borneo Cruises for the best view of Sabah's stunning sunset and Kota Kinabalu Waterfront!
Day 7 - Check out from Magellan Sutera Resort / Depart from Kota Kinabalu
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After breakfast, check out of your room and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your flight home or onwards to your next destination!
Tour Inclusions
| Meals | 06 Breakfasts, 03 Lunches, 02 Dinners |
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| Includes | Domestic Airfare (BKI>SDK>BKI), Airport Pick Up & Drop off, Accommodation as Stated, Meals as Stated, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees, River Cruises. |
| Excludes | Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Tipping (Optional), Alcoholic Beverages, and Any Items Not Mentioned. |
Optional Accommodation Upgrade & Tour Add-Ons for Day-3 to Day-5 Bilit Rainforest Lodge Stays.
Upgrade to Deluxe Chalets - Honeymoon or VIP Premier
- Additional of MYR 150 per pax per night.
Optional Add-On Tours : (SIC basis, min. of 2 persons)
- Night Cruise @ MYR 120 per pax
- Jungle Trek @ MYR 60 per pax
- Night Walk @ MYR 80 per pax
(ADVANCE BOOKING IS REQUIRED)
Private River Cruise Service :
- Additional of MYR 190 per boat per river cruise for private cruises
(ADVANCE BOOKING IS REQUIRED)
Cruising Time :
- Evening Cruise will start at 1600hrs, any early or late departure will be considered as PRIVATE CRUISE. Private River Cruise surcharge of MYR 190 will be imposed.
Things to Bring
- Good walking shoes
- Light raincoat
- Insect repellent
- Sun block lotion
- Binoculars
- Personal toiletries
- Hat / Cap
- Towel (if you book Fun Boat Snorkelling Tour in Day 2)
Useful Travel Tips
- Your belongings may get wet during boat rides. You can bring along waterproof bags such as dry bags or plastic bags to keep your belongings nice and dry!
- Before going out for some fun in the sun, you may bring along some SPF50 sunscreen and an umbrella to protect your skin.
- For any Island tour, if there is any extra water sports you opt to add on to your tour (ie banana boat, seawalking, parasailing, etc), be sure to bring along a little bit of extra cash as these activities are not included in our tour package.
- Baby Car Seats (for infant aged 0-2) and Child Booster Seats (for children aged 3-11) are available for rental. Please check with your tour consultant for availability.
- For your stay in Sandakan (Day 3 to Day 5):
- Please ensure you are holding air tickets to Sandakan (round trip).
- Please ensure you are holding air tickets to Sandakan (round trip).
- Day 5 lunch location may vary depending on your flight time.
- Recommended flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan: Malaysia Airlines MH2042 (ETD 0705Hrs / ETA 0745Hrs).
Recommended flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu: Air Asia AK6499 (ETD 1820hrs / ETA 1910hrs) - The above flight timings are suggestions and subject to changes. Please always check with the airline schedules for the correct flight timings that are most suited to your needs.
- If you purchase any Island Tours & North Borneo Cruises package with us:
- Latest Update as of 23 Sep 2020: We are not accepting passengers who are arriving from Lahad Datu / Tawau / Semporna / Kunak within the last 14 days until further notice. You are also required to declare if you have visited any of the aforementioned places. Please arrange with our sales representative for alternative arrangement.
- Boat journey to the Island may not be suitable for individuals who have any of the following conditions but not limited to: heart or lung conditions, recent surgery, back or spinal surgery, back problems/injury/fracture, arthritis, osteoporosis or other similar spinal/pelvic diseases. Pregnant women are also not recommended as the boat ride may be bumpy depending on the sea condition. If you are having similar issues as above, kindly consult your physician before you enrol in this activity.
- While the jellyfish season varies, it usually occurs during mid of the year or/and end of the year. Do be extra careful and inform our guides should you be stung. Rest assured that our guides are first aid trained.
- Jelly bugs are common in the waters but they are usually harmless and their stings will just cause some slight itch.
- There are no lockers on the island. Please take good care of your own belongings and do not bring valuables.
- For full terms & conditions of North Borneo Cruises, Check Here
- Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia will be implementing a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTX). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of accommodation star level. The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and is required to present a valid identification upon check-in for the exemption.
- This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
- Activities are subject to weather conditions, and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.
- Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings.
- Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
- Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
- Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.