Day 2

0600hrs

Wake up at dawn and take the opportunity to watch the sunrise. Pack up your and breakfast await at the restaurant. Embark for departure from the turtle island.

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0830hrs

Arrived at Sandakan jetty and proceed for Sandakan City Tour. First stop at Puh Jih Shih Buddhist Temple which situated on a hilltop that offer a panoramic views of Sandakan Bay. Stop by at St Michael and All Angels Church which was the first stone building erected in Sandakan, and remains one of the very few stone buildings in whole Sabah.

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1000hrs

Proceed to Agnes Keith House. This is the house where the book Land Below the Wind and White Man Returns were written. After that, continue to War Memorial Park, a site of notorious WWII prisoner of war camp which thousands of Australian and British lost their live during the time.

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1230hrs

Transfer to Sepilok and enjoy your lunch at Mango Garden Restaurant, Sepilok

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1300hrs

Check in to room at Tanini Sepilok (Twin or Double Bed)

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‍1400hrs

Proceed for visit at Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), it is a centre for environmental education which is the gateway to getting know the uniqueness and importance of Borneo rainforest. Take a bird view of the center from the canopy walk and hanging bridge. After that explore the botanical garden, home to various species of

flora.

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1600hrs

Back to Tanini Sepilok.

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1900hrs

Dinner in Mango Garden Restaurant, Sepilok. We also offered variety of drinks from soft drink, fresh fruit juices, smoothies, and hot & cold drinks. Canned beers and wines are also offered. Have a good rest, overnight.

(B/L/D)

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Day 3

0600hrs

Wake up and get ready for an exciting day ahead.

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0800hrs

Check-out. Breakfast is served at Mango Garden Restaurant. You guide will meet you at the restaurant.

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0900hrs

Proceed to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center, to have the opportunity to watch the Orang Utan up close in their natural habitat. It is a rehabilitation project dedicated to orphaned Orang Utan that were rescued and injured. Walk along the boardwalk to the feeding platform and witness as the Orang Utans being fed by wildlife ranger. The feeding time is at 1000hrs. Later watch a short video documentary show that will aware you what goes on within the center.

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1100hrs

Then to world first Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre to learn about this very unique species of bears, called Sun Bear. The bear is the smallest bear in the world and can only be found in Southeast Asia. Keep close eye on the trees, they are very good climber!

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1200hrs

Lunch at Mango Garden Restaurant.

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1230hrs

Depart Sepilok on a country road with secondary forest, plantations, small villages and occasional local shops on either side of the road. Your driver will make a stop at Medan Selera Kota Kinabatangan to pick-up more guest(s). Toilet is available at this stop for a fee. You are now more than half way through the journey and this is your last toilet stop before we reached Bilit village, Kinabatangan which is about one hour journey on road

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1500hrs

Drive through the narrows winding road of Bilit village and arrived at Bilit jetty. Get off the bus/van and make sure all your belongings are with you. Our friendly boat captain will arrange your bags in the boat, assist you with your safety jacket and transfer you across the River where you will begin your wildlife adventure starting at Tanini Kinabatangan. The Lodge is located across the Kinabatangan river, opposite the Bilit jetty.Feel welcome by a refreshing drink at the reception area and our friendly staff with conduct an orientation. You will be briefed on our Lodge, safety procedures and activities during your stay. Collect your room keys and settle in to your room. The adventurous boat cruise will start at 1600hrs and be ready at the jetty 10 minutes before the river cruise.

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‍1600hrs

Embark on an evening boat cruise in search of wildlife and birdlife along the mighty Kinabatangan River. The River is the longest in Sabah (560km) and is known for its remarkable wildlife and fascinating habitat. Proboscis monkeys, Macaques, Silver Langurs, various species of hornbills, Kingfisher birds, Oriental Darters and snakes are commonly spotted along Kinabatangan River. The area is also known for the sighting of the endemic Borneo Pygmy Elephants (the smallest elephant in the world) and Orang Utan (The Wild Men of Borneo). As with nature, sighting of all the mentioned wildlife is not guaranteed as they are roaming about the place.

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1800hrs

Return to the Lodge to freshen up. Enjoy your dinner at Café Haji Awang, named after the village head who first suggested us to operate a tourism Lodge in Bilit village. This is so that the locals at the village can enjoy the economy benefits of tourism activities. Buffet style dinner.

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1930hrs

Meet at our AV room for a wildlife presentation by one of our nature guides. The presentation will provide you with the information of Kinabatangan wildlife and birdlife. You also have the opportunities to ask our guide questions on the wildlife and birdlife in Kinabatangan. After that, proceed to join a night walk at the back of the Lodge in search of nocturnal creatures. Your walk will lead you to a large insect screen. The light, set-up directly onto the screen attracts night-flying insects such as beetles, moths and others. Learn more about the insects from our nature guide.

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2045hrs

Return to the Lodge to rest. Overnight. (BF,L,D)

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Day 4

0530hrs

Wake up to the calls of birds. Morning river cruise to see the exciting wildlife as they just awake from a night sleep before check out.

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0730hrs

Back to the Lodge for breakfast and then returning to your room to pack.

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0830hrs

Bid your farewell to NLK staff. Continue your journey back to Sandakan and drop-off at either your accommodation or Sandakan airport (Recommended flight departure at 1400hrs onwards) (BF)

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