Taiga wildlife safari

Kota Kinabalu

DESTINATION: Malaysia
Wildlife sanctuary: Kota Kinabalu
SEASON: Dec–Apr

 Day 01: Arrive in Kota Kinabalu at any time.

Day 02: Travel from Kota Kinabalu to Tambatuon village. Meet the local community, explore the village and nearby river. Visit a local farm to gather ingredients for a dinner included in the experience. Learn to cook local recipes with the host.

Day 03: Travel to Sandakan, then proceed to an immersive jungle lodge on Kinabatangan River. Settle in and embark on a river cruise to experience evening river life. Look out for birds, monkeys, and crocodiles. Enjoy dinner and consider a guided night walk through the jungle.

Day 04: Travel to Sandakan, then to a jungle lodge on Kinabatangan River. Settle in, take a river cruise to witness evening river life. Keep an eye out for birds, monkeys, and crocodiles. Enjoy dinner and maybe join a guided night walk through the jungle.

Day 05: Depart in the morning for Sepilok, a wildlife haven. Visit the orangutan rehabilitation center and the nearby sun bear conservation center.

Day 06: Transfer to Sandakan, then by boat to Libaran Island, known as Turtle Island. Join a guided tour of the turtle hatchery, learn about the conservation program, and visit the local village. Enjoy free time for snorkeling or kayaking.

Day 07: After breakfast, leave Libaran Island and return to the Sandakan jetty. Transfer to Sandakan airport for a flight to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival, enjoy a free afternoon for leisure activities, walking, and shopping at Jesselton Point waterfront. Optionally, explore the Filipino market or visit Signal Hill observatory for a panoramic sunset view of Kota Kinabalu.

Day 08: Depart from Kota Kinabalu at any time.

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