House of travel Singapore, Malaysia & Borneo Brochure 2017 | Page 34

Borneo Tours
Turtle Island and Sepilok Orang Utans Danum Valley Rainforest
2 days/1 night 3 days/2 nights
Head to Selingan Turtle Island on this overnight tour and witness
the turtles laying their eggs on the beach before heading back to
the mainland for a visit to the Sepilok Orang Utan Centre where the
orphaned orang utans are fed. Immerse yourself in this lowland tropical rainforest, home to many
birds and mammals. It is the only place where the enigmatic Spectacled
Flowerpecker has been recorded. Orang utans, gibbons, and other
primates may be seen.
Day 1: Sandakan – Selingan Turtle Island
Located 40 kilometres north of Sandakan, the island is an important
turtle breeding area. A safe haven for endangered green and hawksbill
turtles, this marine park is visited almost every night by turtles
coming ashore to lay their eggs. Transfer by boat to Selingan to enjoy
an afternoon swim or stroll around the island. After dinner, visit the
Exhibition Centre while the park ranger locates turtles coming ashore.
If you are lucky, you may get the opportunity to release little turtle
hatchlings from the hatchery to the sea. Day 1: Lahad Datu – Danum Valley Conservation Area
Transfer overland to Danum Valley Conservation area, Sabah’s largest
protected area of lowland dipterocarp forest, preserved for conservation
and research. Trek through trails for an opportunity to observe species
of mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds living in this fascinating
world of tropical rainforest. Search for nocturnal animals in an open air
Jeep, weather permitting.
Day 2: Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary
Depart for Sandakan to visit one of the world’s largest orang utan
sanctuaries. Known as Pongo Pymaeus, this ape shares up to 96.4%
of the human genetic makeup. Take a short walk through the lowland
dipterocarp forest to the observation platform to watch the orang utans
being fed by the rangers. Your arrangements end back at your hotel or
the airport.
Day 2: Rainforest
Walk across a 300 metre canopy walkway for amazing rainforest views.
Trek up Coffin Cliff to visit the ancient burial site, where coffins are
wedged along the cliff side. Proceed to the ‘View Point’ for a bird’s eye
view of the area. Descend to ‘Jacuzzi Pool’ for a refreshing dip. Enjoy a
night walk.
Day 3: Lahad Datu
Relax or join more jungle activities until check-out. Your arrangements
end at Lahad Datu Airport.
Departures: Daily Departures: Daily
Inclusions: 1 nights basic accommodation, 1 breakfast, lunch and dinner,
English speaking guide, air conditioned vehicles & boat transfer to the
island. Inclusions: 2 nights at Borneo Rainforest Lodge in a standard chalet,
2 breakfasts, lunch and dinner, English speaking guide and air
conditioned vehicles.
Price Guide From: $699 Price Guide From: $1615
© Jollence Lee
30
The price guide shown is per adult twin share, based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date.