{"product_id":"2d1n-bilit-adventure-lodge-kinabatangan-river-cruises-sepilok-orangutan-bornean-sun-bear","title":"2D1N Bilit Adventure Lodge: Kinabatangan River Cruises, Sepilok Orangutan \u0026 Bornean Sun Bear","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover one of Sabah’s most iconic wildlife destinations on this 2D1N Kinabatangan River Cruise Safari, paired with visits to Sepilok’s renowned conservation centres and Sandakan’s heritage highlights. Stay overnight at Bilit Adventure Lodge and explore the Kinabatangan River on two guided wildlife cruises, offering opportunities to spot proboscis monkeys, hornbills, crocodiles, orangutans and seasonal Bornean pygmy elephants along the riverbanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore heading into Kinabatangan, visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre for a closer look at Borneo’s conservation efforts. After your river safari experience, continue with a short Sandakan city tour, making this package ideal for travellers who want a fuller Sandakan and Kinabatangan experience within a compact 2-day itinerary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h4 standard__heading uppercase\"\u003eTour Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExperience a 2D1N Kinabatangan River wildlife safari with an overnight stay at Bilit Adventure Lodge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnjoy two guided Kinabatangan River cruises during late afternoon and early morning, ideal times for wildlife viewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLook out for the Borneo Big Five: proboscis monkeys, hornbills, crocodiles, orangutans and seasonal Bornean pygmy elephants along Sabah's longest river\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre to learn about orangutan rehabilitation and conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscover the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, home to the world's smallest bear species\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete your journey with Sandakan city highlights, including heritage landmarks, scenic viewpoints and historical sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h4 standard__heading uppercase\"\u003eOverview Of Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKinabatangan River:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kinabatangan River is Sabah's longest river, stretching over 560 kilometres across eastern Borneo before flowing into the Sulu Sea. Recognised as one of Malaysia's premier wildlife destinations, the Lower Kinabatangan is home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Southeast Asia and is part of the Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected network of rainforest and wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its accessibility from Sandakan, the Kinabatangan River remains one of the best places in Borneo to observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Guided river cruises offer opportunities to spot the Borneo Big Five and other iconic species such as proboscis monkeys, Bornean orangutans, Bornean pygmy elephants, saltwater crocodiles, hornbills, kingfishers and a remarkable diversity of birdlife. Early morning and late afternoon are widely regarded as the best times for wildlife viewing, making these cruises the highlight of any Kinabatangan adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilit Adventure Lodge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Situated in Kampung Bilit along the banks of the Kinabatangan River, Bilit Adventure Lodge is approximately 2.5 hours from Sandakan, 2 hours from Sepilok and 30 minutes from Gomantong Cave. Its location places guests within one of Sabah's richest wildlife habitats, making it an excellent base for exploring the Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lodge offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms with attached bathrooms, open-air dining surrounded by tropical gardens, and a peaceful rainforest setting where wildlife is often seen around the property. Operated entirely by local staff from the surrounding community, Bilit Adventure Lodge embraces responsible tourism by creating employment opportunities for local families, while selected optional activities and on-site purchases contribute directly to the village economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h4\"\u003eSample Itinerary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"itinerary\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"iti-day\"\u003eDay 1 - Sandakan \/ Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre \/ Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre \/ Bilit Adventure Lodge \/ Afternoon Kinabatangan River Cruise\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"fa-ul\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e08:15 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eBegin your wildlife journey with a visit to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, one of Sabah's most iconic conservation attractions. Walk along the boardwalk through the lowland rainforest and observe orangutans at the outdoor nursery and feeding platform, where rehabilitated orangutans may be seen learning, playing and feeding in a protected forest environment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e10:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eContinue to the nearby Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, home to the world's smallest bear species. Learn more about sun bear conservation and observe these distinctive bears from the viewing platforms as they climb, forage and move through their forest enclosures.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-utensils\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e11:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnjoy lunch at Banana Café, located at Sepilok Jungle Resort, before continuing your journey towards the Kinabatangan River.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e12:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eDepart Sepilok and travel overland to Bilit, passing rural villages, palm oil landscapes and patches of greenery along the way. The journey offers a glimpse of Sabah's countryside before you arrive at one of Borneo's most important wildlife areas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e14:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eArrive at Bilit Jetty and take a short boat transfer across the river to Bilit Adventure Lodge, your rainforest base for the night.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e15:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnjoy afternoon tea with local snacks at the lodge. Take some time to settle in, relax and enjoy the peaceful riverside surroundings before your first Kinabatangan wildlife cruise.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e16:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eSet off on a guided Kinabatangan River wildlife cruise, one of the highlights of this 2D1N adventure. As the boat moves quietly along Sabah's longest river, your guide will help you search the riverbanks and forest canopy for proboscis monkeys, hornbills, kingfishers, macaques, crocodiles and, with some luck, orangutans or the elusive Bornean pygmy elephant.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-bed\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e18:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eReturn to Bilit Adventure Lodge as the rainforest settles into the evening. Freshen up and enjoy the calm atmosphere of the lodge after your river safari.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-utensils\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e19:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eDinner is served at the lodge. Spend the evening at leisure, surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. Guests may also choose to join an optional guided night walk to discover Kinabatangan's nocturnal side.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 class=\"iti-day\"\u003eDay 2 - Morning River Cruise \/ Sandakan City Tour \/ Departure\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"fa-ul\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e06:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eWake up early for your second Kinabatangan River cruise, when the river is often at its most peaceful and wildlife is beginning to stir. The morning light and cooler temperatures offer another opportunity to observe birds, monkeys, crocodiles and other wildlife along the riverbanks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-utensils\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e07:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eReturn to Bilit Adventure Lodge for breakfast before checking out.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-plane-departure\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e08:30 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eDepart Bilit and begin your journey back to Sandakan. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the way.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e13:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eContinue with a short Sandakan city tour, offering a glimpse into the town's history, culture and coastal scenery. Visit Sandakan Memorial Park, a quiet WWII memorial site dedicated to the prisoners of war who suffered during the Sandakan Death Marches.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n   \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-ellipsis-vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      Continue to Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple, known for its hilltop views overlooking Sandakan Bay, before visiting St. Michael’s and All Angels Church, one of the oldest stone churches in Sabah. The tour also includes Agnes Keith House, a heritage home linked to the American author who wrote about life in North Borneo, followed by a stop at the English Tea House for a scenic tea break. \n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"fa-li\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa-solid fa-plane-departure\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"iti-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e16:00 hrs: \u003c\/strong\u003eTransfer to Sandakan Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your Sepilok, Kinabatangan River and Sandakan wildlife adventure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sandakan Rainforest Lodge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49838021574898,"sku":"ABSK-BAL03","price":1670.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/6923\/1858\/files\/Borneo_Big_Five_3.jpg?v=1784861218","url":"https:\/\/sandakan.rainforestlodge.com\/products\/2d1n-bilit-adventure-lodge-kinabatangan-river-cruises-sepilok-orangutan-bornean-sun-bear","provider":"Sandakan Rainforest Lodge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}