3D2N Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave
3D2N Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave
Price From: | RM1,825.00 / per person |
Tour Code: | ABSK-WA1505 |
Region: | Sandakan |
Duration: | 3 Days 2 Nights |
Minimum: | 1 Pax |
Pick Up Point: | |
Pick Up Time: | To Be Arranged |
Drop Off Point: | |
Drop Off Time: | 13:00 Hrs / 14:00 Hrs / 16:00 Hrs (Depending Tour Option Chosen) |
* 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
Gomantong Caves is temporarily unavailable until further notice, it will be replaced with Rainforest Discovery Centre.
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Categories | Price Per Person | |
Adult Traveller Twin / Triple - Sharing I have a Group of 2 & Above |
MYR 1,825 |
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Child Traveller With Bed I am accompanying and sharing room with 1 paying adult |
MYR 1,460 |
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Child Traveller Without Bed I am accompanying and sharing room with 2 paying adults |
MYR 1,095 |
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Adult Traveller Single Supplement |
MYR 2,370 |
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Adult Traveller Single Occupancy I am travelling alone |
MYR 3,910 |
- Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour Basis (shared guide & vehicle).
- All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
- All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- For big group discounts of 10 pax & above, please email info@rainforestlodge.com directly.
CHILD POLICY
- Infant Below 3 Years Old : FOC
- Child rate applies for children between 3 - 11 years old
- Child above 11 years old are considered as adult
OPTIONAL ADD-ON TOURS (1 or 2 Tours)
- SANDAKAN CITY TOUR OR RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTER (R.D.C) OR SANDAKAN WAR MEMORIAL OR AGNES KEITH HOUSE @ MYR 70 per pax per tour.
PRIVATE TOUR SERVICE
- Request for Private Tour at a reasonable fee (private guide & vehicle).
3D2N Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Sepilok Orangutan / Kinabatangan River / Gomantong Cave
The best bits of Sandakan jam packed into one fantastic itinerary. Wildlife wonders along the Kinabatangan river, intricate cave system of Gomantong Caves, monkey business in Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and a tour of the historic Sandakan City!
Tour Highlights
- Gomantong Cave
- Kinabatangan River Cruise
- Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
- Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Sandakan City Tour (optional add-on)
- Bilit Rainforest Lodge
- COMPLIMENTARY 01 Night River Cruise
Overview of Location
Second largest city in Sabah and born along the north-eastern seaboard of Sabah, Sandakan is the gate-way for eco-adventures as it offers unrivaled beauty in all its natural glory. Though it lacks the cosmopolitan pulse of Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan throbs with plenty of wild wonders.
Blessed with a naturally endowed hinterland, the Kinabatangan flows from its headwaters in southwest Sabah to the Sulu Sea east of Sandakan. The river flows through a remarkably varied terrain within Sandakan that includes limestone caves, dry-land dipterocarp forest, riverine forest, freshwater swamp forest, oxbow lakes and saltwater mangrove swamp which makes for a long list of things to see and do on your Borneo holiday.
About Gomantong Caves : Concealed within an enormous limestone hill, The Gomantong Cave is Sabah’s most extensive cave systems, well-renowned for bats, swiflets and scattered with prized swiflets’ nest. There are two cave complexes - Simud Hitam (Black Cave) soaring up to 90 meters high and the more accessible of the two, and Simud Putih (White Cave), where the more valuable nests are found. Simud Hitam is a five- minute walk from the registration Centre. A well-maintained boardwalk gives you easy access to do some exploring or watch the skilled harvesters at work.
About Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre : Sun bears are amongst the smallest and rarest bears in the world and can only be found in the Southeast Asia region. They are called sun bears due to the white or golden patches on their chest, which is said to represent the sun. They can be easily identified due to their glossy, black coat, which also protects them from overheating and the elements that come with tropical weather. With threats of deforestation and illegal hunting, sun bears are becoming increasingly vulnerable in their own habitats. Efforts to help them have come from both international and local conservation organisations, with the hopes of saving them from the brink of extinction.
About Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Situated on the river bank of Lower Kinabatangan River, approximately 2 hours drive from Sandakan Town, the lodge is built on stilts from local hardwood materials and are beautifully designed to blend into nature giving a unique local native ambience in the midst of the tropical rainforest. A boardwalk connects the jetty, restaurant and all the chalets. It offers comfort and peaceful relaxation as well as a base for exploration of the incredible diversity of plant, mammal and bird life at the Kinabatangan region.
Birdlife is especially rich here including eight species of hornbills, kingfishers, egrets, darters, owls, kites, eagles, broadbills, doves, storm storks, herons, hawks, ospreys, falcon, pheasants, parakeets, bee eaters, woodpeckers, pittas, bulbuls, forktails, babblers, warblers, flycatchers, orioles, flowerpeckers, spiderhunters, among others.
A chance to get close with the wildlife of Borneo here including the endemic Borneon pygmy elephant, endemic proboscis monkeys, gibbons, macaques, orang utans, Sumatran rhinos, estuarine crocodiles, wild boars, sun bears and many others.
Lodge Facilities
- 12 semi-detached and 12 detached chalets.
- All rooms come with two queen size beds while 6 detached chalets come with a king sized bed.
- All rooms equipped with air-conditioning, private attached bathroom with hot and cold shower facilities, towels and toiletries.
- The restaurant comes with a bar by the riverside provides an ideal setting for dining and relaxation.
- Internet facilities and WIFI facilities are available at the restaurant.
- The lodge provides a family lounge, gift shop, an enclosed garden and river jetty.
- Hair Dryer
- Laundry Services
- Amenities
Daily Activities
- Guided jungle trekking
- Jetty fishing
- River cruises along the Kinabatangan River. River tours are conducted by boats powered by electric motors and four stoke outboard engines.
- Lodge programs
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 -Sandakan / Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre / Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre / Bilit Rainforest Lodge / Kinabatangan River Cruise
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Meet and pick up at your hotel lobby or Sandakan airport.
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Journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre at the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve.
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Upon arrival, your guide will brief you before entering the Centre. You will then watch a short video documentary with information on the rehabilitation of an orphaned Orang Utan. Enjoy and explore as you get to encounter Bornean-endemic Orang Utans up close as they frolic in their natural habitat. You will proceed to a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest where you can witness the Orang Utan feeding 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. 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.
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Upon arrival at the jetty, you will take a boat ride to Bilit Rainforest Lodge located at Bilit Village.
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A welcome drink is served upon your arrival at the Bilit Rainforest Lodge as you check-in.
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Lunch is served for you to refuel and recharge!
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Hop onto a river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in the evening to discover wildlife situated along the river where you will have the chance to see the Proboscis Monkey, rare bird species of Borneo, and maybe even Pygmy Elephants!
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Dinner will be ready for you in the evening after your river cruise.
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After dinner, you can go for a complimentary night safari cruise where you can spot nocturnal animals, crocodiles and birds, or to have some leisure time to yourself before spending the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Day 2 - Morning River Cruise or Jungle Trek
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Rise and shine! Opt to either go for an early morning river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of more Bornean-endemic wildlife or to go for a jungle trek at the Oxbow Lake to encounter an array of bird species.
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After a morning of encountering wildlife, it’s time to refuel and recharge with at breakfast. Have so free and easy leisure time to yourself until it’s time for lunch in the afternoon. You can opt to add on a jungle walk (guided tour) at a reasonable fee.
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It’s time to head out on another river cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of a variety of wildlife.
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After your river cruise, dinner is served in the dining hall.
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Have some leisure time to yourself and spend the night at Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
Day 3 - Gomantong Cave / Sandakan Airport or Hotel
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A hearty breakfast will be served to kick start the day! After breakfast, check out of Bilit Rainforest Lodge.
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It’s time for some cave exploring. You will be taken on a 30-minute drive to the famous Gomantong Caves!
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Explore the Gomantong Caves – home to millions of bats and swiftlets. You may get to witness the harvesting of birds’ nests!
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After your cave exploration, you will be taken to lunch in local restaurant.
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It’s been 3 days and it’s time to bid an enjoyable trip goodbye as you are transferred to your respective hotels or Sandakan airport.
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 pax per tour)
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)
Tour Inclusions
Meals | 02 Breakfasts, 03 Lunches, 02 Dinners |
Accommodation | 02 Nights Bilit Rainforest Lodge (Standard Chalet) or Similar |
Includes | Meals as Stated, Entrance Fee, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), English Speaking Guide, 02 Nights Accommodation, 03 River Cruises |
Exclude | Domestic Airfares (BKI>SDK>BKI), Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic & Carbonated Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Any Items Not Mentioned |
Optionals
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
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.
Recommended Attire
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Cooling T shirt
- Long/Short Pants
- Easy & Relaxed
Things to Bring
- Good walking shoes
- Light raincoat
- Insect repellent
- Sun block
- Sun hat
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Leech socks
- Please ensure you are holding air ticket to Sandakan.
- If you are arriving at Sandakan Airport on the day of your tour, our friendly guide will greet and pick you up from the airport with a placard bearing your good name.
- Day 2 lunch location may vary depending on your flight time.
- Standard check-in and check-out times for most hotels & resorts are 1400 Hrs & 1200 Hrs. However, check-in & check-out times may vary depending on each accommodation. So kindly check with us to get accurate check-in & check-out times of your accommodation.
- 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.
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- 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.
- 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.
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