We present to you, the mystical Maliau Basin, one of the world's great reserves of biodiversity with almost unbelievable genetic richness! Stay at the Maliau Basin Study Centre (MBSC) and experience the wonders of the primary tropical forest. This is the ultimate place in Sabah to delve into the lost world of Borneo.
Take an overland journey for 5-6 hours to Sook, Nabawan, and Sapulut, leading to the Security Gate of the Maliau Basin Conservation Area. Delight in a scenic lunch en route. Upon arrival, explore the information gallery, freshen up, and prepare for an evening of adventure. Following dinner, partake in a night drive, weather permitting, to seek out nocturnal wonders such as Sambar deer, bearded pigs, Malay civets, and flying squirrels. Return for the night to the Maliau Basin Studies Centre Resthouse, ensuring a comfortable and immersive stay in this wildlife and nature haven.
Note on Camera Use at Maliau Basin Conservation Area: For any camera, video camera or other video recording equipment for personal use are chargeable at RM100.00 per unit. Mode of payment is cash only.
Take a tranquil morning walk around Maliau Basin Studies Centre, which sets the mood for an adventurous day. Following a hearty breakfast, commence a trek through the rainforest near Agathis Camp, nestled in a hill mixed dipterocarp forest. Let the symphony of the wilderness captivate you as you explore the abundant and unique flora within the dense forest of Maliau Basin. Take a moment to relax and soak in the lush surroundings, surrounded by rich vegetation. Return to the Studies Centre for a well-deserved rest. After dinner, embark on a nocturnal exploration with a guided night walk, unveiling the mysteries of the rainforest after dark.
Wake up to the sounds of the rainforest on your last day in Maliau Basin. Fuel up with a hearty breakfast before you say goodbye to “Sabah’s Lost World” and depart Maliau Basin Studies Centre for Keningau en route to Kota Kinabalu.
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