Day 1 : Gomantong Caves /Sukau
Morning at 0830 hrs, pick up from hotel and proceed by land to Gomantong Caves . Explore the biggest bird's nest caves in Sabah where the bizarre edible bird's nest are harvested as they have been for hundred of years. The caves are also home to more than a million bats. The birdlife around the cave is particularly rich with crested serpent eagles, kingfishers, Asian fairy bluebirds and leaf birds are often sighted. Continue the journey to Sukau by the Kinabatangan River.
Check in to Sukau River Lodge. Boat trip to watch the curious proboscis monkeys gather by the river bank. A good chance to see numerous species of birds and other wildlife until nightfall. After dinner and a slide show (if weather permits) night walk to search for stick insects, frogs and beetles. Stay overnight at the Sukau River Lodge. (Lunch/Dinner included)
Day 2 : Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary
Return to Sandakan. Proceed to Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary. Watch the feeding of orang utans. Guided walk. Lunch. Afternoon, proceed to the observation pavillion for a bird's eye view of Sandakan.
Drive to the Central Market before proceeding to the Chinese Temple on a hill. Visit century old St. Michael's Church before proceeding to see water village on stilt above the water. After tour, return to transfer to airport (Breakfast/Lunch included) |
