Overview

Enjoy our Best-Selling 6 days 5 nights Borneo Big 5 wildlife tour package, combining our TOP selling Sukau Rainforest Lodge with the exquisite Borneo Rainforest Lodge in Danum Valley at a promo price for a limited time. You'll maximize your chances of seeing wildlife on this tour especially Borneo's Big 5, the Pygmy Elephant, Orang Utan, Proboscis Monkey, Crocodiles and the stunning Rhinoceros Hornbill. This combination won Sabah Tourism's Best Tour Package Award.

Stay at the award-winning lodge:

  • Sukau Rainforest Lodge(3 nights)
  • Borneo Rainforest Lodge (2 nights)

Tour Highlights

  • Observe Orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
  • Travel to SRL by speedboat.
  • 03 afternoon river cruises and 02 early morning river cruise in search of Borneo's wildlife and birdlife
  • Nature walk along Hornbill Boardwalk and Attenborough Boardwalk to learn about the flora in the area and maybe even sight some wildlife and bird life.

  • Optional Tours:
  • Night Cruise: Enjoy a night safari river cruise through Kinabatangan River to spot nocturnal wildlife.
  • Rasig Wildlife Trek: After breakfast in Sukau Rainforest Lodge, explore the elephant migration path on a 2-hour hike.

Includes

Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals as specified, and English speaking guide.

Excludes

Our adventure begins as we pick you up from the Sandakan Airport or your hotel in Sandakan, then we’ll head straight to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. There, you'll get to learn about the rehabilitation effort done at the centre through a short video screening. Make your way to the feeding platform to witness the feeding of orangutans and other monkeys around. You can also spend time observing the cheeky little younglings in an enclosed nursery area.

After lunch, embark on a 2.5 hour journey by speedboat up the Kinabatangan River to Sukau Rainforest Lodge.

Right after checking-in, go on board for a late afternoon cruise in search of Borneo's wildlife and birds. Return to the lodge to savor a scrumptious dinner at Melapi restaurant, followed by a slide presentation and interpretation by a naturalist guide

Meals : Lunch and Dinner

Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge

Rise and shine for the morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to Kelenanap oxbow lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, join in the nature walk along the lodge's Hornbill Boardwalk with the in-house naturalist. It will be free at leisure after lunch. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise to check off your wildlife sightings.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge

We take an early morning river cruise along the Menanggol River by silent electric motor in search of wildlife, waking to the cacophony of the rainforest before returning for a full breakfast. We have time to relax or enjoy one of our optional activities. In the afternoon, proceed for another river cruise for more wildlife.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight at Sukau Rainforest Lodge

Rise early and prepare for your trip to Danum Valley. After breakfast, we journey 2 hours overland to Lahad Datu before our onward journey to the award-winning nature lodge, Borneo Rainforest Lodge. Enjoy lunch upon arrival and check-in. In the evening a slide show and explore nature trail leading to canopy walkway. If weather permits we go spotlighting to view some of the nocturnal animals.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight at Borneo Rainforest Lodge

Spend the whole day exploring the forest for birds and mammals, leading up to an escarpment with ancient burial coffins. Trek to waterfall for a refreshing dip in rock pools. Return to lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, explore more trails.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight at Borneo Rainforest Lodge

Free at leisure until check-out. Depart back to Lahad Datu. Take the late afternoon flight back to Kota Kinabalu.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Rates

Rooms Rates Per Person Single Supplement
Sukau Rainforest Lodge: Superior
Borneo Rainforest Lodge: Jungle Chalet
MYR 9,235.00 MYR 1,220.00
Sukau Rainforest Lodge: Borneo Villa
Borneo Rainforest Lodge: Deluxe Chalet
MYR 10,350.00 MYR 1,700.00

Notes

Validity Rates are valid for travel by 31 March 2024

Availability This tour runs everyday. Prior booking required.

High Season Surcharge : MYR 106.00 at Borneo Rainforest Lodge (Mar, Apr, 15 July - 15 Oct)

High Season Surcharge : MYR 300.00 at Sukau Rainforest Lodge (July - August)

Children Discount This is a kid friendly tour, discount is applicable to children based on their birth year and following room sharing policy in certain property. Contact our consultant to know more.

Transfer Inclusion This tour package rates include pick-up and drop-off from Sandakan Airport or hotels in Sandakan Town. Additional charge per person applies for pick-up and drop-off outside this area and pick up time may vary.

Additional Notes

Transfer

Schedule Transfer Time
09:30 Hrs : Depart LDU-BRL for Flight MH3012 (ETA 08:00 hrs) / Flight MH3014 (ETA 09:00 hrs)
12:30 Hrs : Depart BRL-LDU for Flight MH3019 (ETD 16:20 hrs)
Unscheduled Transfer/Private Transfer Charges
RM 90 per pax - unscheduled transfer between 0800hrs - 1800hrs (Per Way)
RM 110 per pax - unscheduled transfer between 1800hrs - 0600hrs (Per Way)
Private Transfer LDU-BRL – 1 to 3 persons per 4WD vehicle - RM 600 Per Way
Private Transfer LDU-BRL – 4 to 6 persons per van - RM 750 Per Way
Outstation Transfer Sukau/Semporna to LDU – 1 to 3 persons per 4WD vehicle - RM 950 Per Way
Outstation Transfer Sukau/Semporna to LDU – 4 to 6 persons per van RM 980.00 - RM 1,050 Per Way

Camera Fee at SOURC

Note on Camera Use at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre: For any camera with zoom lens from 100 to 400mm, video camera or other video recording equipment for personal use are chargeable at RM10.00 per unit. For any camera (fixed-lens - 400mm and above ) or any film-making equipment are chargeable at RM1,000.00 per unit. Mode of payment is cash only.

Travel light to Sukau Rainforest Lodge

For the comfort and convenience of our guests, it is recommended to travel light by preparing an overnight bag for your stay in Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Complimentary storage in Sandakan will be provided for any extra luggage. (For guests departing & returning to Sandakan Only).

Night Cruise

Optional River Night Cruise tour at Sukau Rainforest Lodge is highly recommended to all our guests (available with a small fee)

Things to Bring

Please bring along swim wear, towels, sun block lotion, personal toiletries, drinking water bottle, insect repellent, torchlight, hat, binoculars, leech socks, walking shoes & raincoat.

Bring Your Own Bottle

Borneo Eco Tours is moving towards a single-use plastic free environment! So, please join our movement by bringing your own refillable water bottle during your time with us. Our vans and coaches are prepared with water containers so that you can refill your bottle anytime throughout the tour.

Double or Twin Bed

Double or twin bed cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check in.

About Sukau Rainforest Lodge

Established since 1995, Sukau Rainforest Lodge (SRL) is an award-winning ecolodge and the only National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World in Malaysia. The lodge is located in Sukau, along the snaking Kinabatangan River, which is an area that is lush in biodiversity.

SRL provides a luxurious stay in the midst of the jungle that is paired with an exceptional wildlife and nature experience for its guests. Some of the highlights of your stay includes river safari cruises, wildlife sightings such as Proboscis monkeys, macaques, various birds, and even chances of spotting the rare Bornean pygmy elephants and orangutans.

SRL also stays true to its ecolodge ethos through its sustainable practices and operations.