- Hotel / Airport Pick UpEstimated pick up time: 8am
Pick up from your hotel lobby in Sandakan city or Sandakan airport. - Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
Embark on a journey to the famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre situated in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. Upon arrival, your guide will provide a short briefing session before entering the Centre. - Introduction
Watch a short video documentary providing you with information on the rehabilitation of an orphaned Orang Utan. - Nature Walk
Enjoy and explore as you get to encounter Bornean-endemic Orang Utans up close as they frolic in their natural habitat. You will proceed to a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest where you can witness the Orang Utan feeding from a feeding platform. - Lunch
After a monkeyin’ around in Sepilok, you will be brought to Sandakan’s local restaurant to have your lunch - Return TransferBid a fun day goodbye as you are dropped off at your respective hotels or Sandakan airport.Estimated drop off time: 1pm
- Option B: Sandakan City Tour (Add-Ons)Continue the tour to explore the wonders of Sandakan city from the city’s central market to the famous temple Puh Jih Shih.
Estimated drop off time: 2pm - End of Tour
Departure time is approximate and varies from different operators. Your actual pick-up time will be sent to you upon booking confirmation.
Sandakan – Sepilok Orang Utan Centre & City Tour
5
Hours
Overview
Situated near Kinabatangan River, Sandakan is home to many Borneo’s wildlife, such as, Proboscis Monkey and Orang Utan. Tourists are invited to visit Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre where orphaned Orang Utans are being raised and protected. Take a tour into the iconic destination of “The Little Hongkong”, Sandakan City, such as, Puh Jih Shih Temple which boasts grandeur architecture overlooking scenic view of Sandakan Bay, Sandakan Central Market where the locals meet and get their fresh produce, and Sim Sim Water Village where locals stay in houses built on stilts along the sea coast.
Trip Highlights
- Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
- Puh Jih Shih Buddhist Temple
- Sandakan Central Market
- Sim Sim Water Village
Tour Itinerary
Costs
The Cost Includes
- Land Transportation (Shared)
- Lunch
- Entrance Fee
- English/Chinese-Speaking Guide
- Entrance Fee
The Cost Excludes
- Any Item(s) / Activities Not Mentioned, Personal Travel Insurance
- Camera & Video Fee
Map
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What to Wear
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Cooling T shirt
- Long/Short Pants
What to Bring
- Light raincoat
- Insect repellent
- Sun block and hat
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Leech socks
Important Notes
- This tour package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transportation. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
- We do not guarantee wildlife sightings.
- Departure time is approximate and may vary due to traffic condition and hotel distance. Kindly check with the operator as stated on the voucher should you need further assistance.
- We reserve the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
Additional Information
- Please make sure you are holding an air ticket to Sandakan.
- If you are arriving at Sandakan Airport on the day of your tour, the guide will greet and pick you up from the airport with your name on a placard.
- You will need to stay overnight in Sandakan after the tour has ended as there will be no flights flying out from Sandakan after 9pm. Thus, we suggest you to book your departure flight the day after the tour, if you are returning to Kota Kinabalu.
- Before booking your flight ticket(s), always check with the airline schedules for the correct flight timings that are most suited to your needs.
- Though it is never expected, tipping is always appreciated.
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