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Sabahan 5 Days/4 Nights
Once known as British North Borneo, Sabah reassumed its former name upon independence
in 1963. With a land area of 30,000 square miles, Sabah is
known for its white sandy beaches, clear water, spectacular
coral reefs, beautiful mountain parks, abundance of wildlife and the highest mountain in
Southeast Asia, Mt. Kinabalu. The Kadazandusun form the
largest indigenous group and tend to occupy the interior. Other
ethnic groups include the Bajau, Murut, Rungus, Malays, Bisayuhs,
and Chinese.
Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kota Kinabalu, known as "KK" to the locals and the capital city of the state of Sabah, Malaysia, your gateway to Borneo. Meet your guide and transfer to the wonderful Rasa Ria Resort. The resort is home to a 64-acre nature reserve and a wide selection of native animals including the Orang Utans, two species of deer, long-tailed macaques, pheasants, civets, water hens, porcupines, slow lorises, pangolins, rare Borneo orchids, pitcher plants, fruit bats and 23 species of birds. While maintaining its natural aesthetics, the careful creation of six trails within the Nature Reserve enables visitors to enjoy the dense flora and fauna of Borneo's secondary jungle.
(Overnight Kota Kinabalu - Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort - Deluxe Room)
- Day 2
Free day to enjoy the resort activities - Jungle treks, Children's Club, long beach, swimming pools, River cruise, crab-catching and more.
(Overnight Kota Kinabalu - Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort Includes: Breakfast)
- Day 3
Early morning flight to Sandakan and a visit to the world famous Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary and close contact with the remarkable "man of the forest." Afternoon boat trip across Sandakan Bay through the saltwater swamp forest into the mouth of the Kinabatangan River in search of wildlife, including the wild orangutan, macaques, red and silver leaf monkeys, dozens of beautiful birds, including egrets, several species of kingfisher, the Oriental darter and the most famous and entertaining creature of all - the bizarre proboscis monkey found only in Borneo.
(Overnight Kota Kinabalu - Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort Includes: Breakfast and Lunch)
- Day 4
After breakfast, pack your island bag with your swimwear, suntan lotion and camera. You will board a boat for a 20-minute ride across the South China Sea to beautiful Sapi Island. On this small island you can swim in the warm water, snorkel to view the colorful fish and coral life, take a short nature walk or just relax on the beach. Boat returns in late afternoon.
(Overnight Kota Kinabalu - Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort Includes: Breakfast and Lunch)
- Day 5
Transfer to airport.
(Includes Breakfast)
Highlights
- Island jungle walk
- Abai River in search of Proboscis Monkey families
- Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary
Rates (per family)
Tour Includes
- Airport transfers
- Accommodations - Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort - 4 nights
- Sightseeing/activities as described above
- Economy airfare to Sandakan
- Transportation as described
- Meals as listed in itinerary
- Guide services
Not Included
- Travel Insurance - Highly recommended
- Meals not stated
- Some resort activities
- Tips to guides and drivers

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