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There are four exciting day trips for you to choose from.
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If you're an adrenalin junkie, try our
river rafting
excursion. You'll raft for 9km down the
thrilling Padas river.
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We also offer a scuba diving discovery trip, which is the perfect opportunity for
beginners to learn the basics of scuba diving in spectacular
surroundings whilst observing some amazing marine life.
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Also you can learn about
the culture of Borneo first hand, with an exciting excursion to the
fascinating Rungus
Longhouse community.
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Or visit forest reserves, explore caves, or
cruise along the spectacular Kinabatangan River.
If you can't decide, why not do all four?!
GOMANTONG CAVES, BATU TULUG & SUKAU RIVER CRUISE -
1 DAY
LEVEL: Gentle
LOCATION: Depart from Sepilok (only suitable for volunteers on
the Orang-utan Conversation project at Sepilok)
DURATION: Full day
DESCRIPTION: Experience the spectacular scenery and abundant
wildlife of the Sandakan area.
PRICE: £115
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US $175*
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You’ll depart from Sepilok Resthouse
at 9am, taking a scenic drive to Batau Tulug**, a 39 metre limestone
cliff that forms part of the 200-250 million year old Labang limestone
formation. Inside the caves is an ancient burial site, containing more
than 100 carved wooden coffins , resembling animals associated with the
beliefs of the Chinese who once settled there.
After stopping at a local restaurant for lunch, you’ll drive to
Gomantong Caves, in the heart of the Gomantong Rainforest Reserve.
Famous since the 13th century for its edible birds’ nests, collectors
still climb the precarious rattan ladders to heights of up to 100 metres
to collect this prized delicacy. Resident creatures include Swifts and
Bats; but you can also see Serpent Eagles, Bat Hawks and Kingfishers in
the surrounding area.
Later in the afternoon, you’ll cruise along the spectacular Kinabatangan
River in small motor boats, viewing the abundant wildlife in its virgin
mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitat. This is one of the only places
in the world where 10 primate species can be found, including Macaques,
Proboscis Monkeys, Orang-utans and Borneon Gibbons. Sukau is also home
to Pygmy Elephants, Crocodiles, Monitor Lizards, Civet Cats, Hawks,
Eagles and Hornbills.
The package includes tour guide, transportation, permit /entrance fees
to all sites and the river cruise. It excludes food, drinks and
video/camera fees.
*Please note:
Price does not include entrance fees for Batu Tulug (RM15) and
Gomantong Cave (RM30)
**Please note: Weather conditions or restoration work may occasionally
result in Batau Tulug being closed to the public.
PADAS RIVER RAFTING (Grade 3-4) - 1 DAY
LEVEL: Moderate. No
experience needed.
LOCATION: Depart from Kota Kinabalu. Located on the Padas River -
near to Tenom, Sabah
DURATION: Full Day
DESCRIPTION: Spectacular scenery and thrilling rafting
experience.
PRICE: £75 / US $115 (Based on a minimum of 2 people)
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ITINERARY
The Padas River is situated in the interior of the
south-western part of Kota Kinabalu. You’ll journey by bus for
approximately 3½ hours through the countryside to Tenom Town, where you’ll
have lunch in a local restaurant. The rafting start point is only
accessible by train, so included in the price is a unique journey in an
antique train on the North Borneo Railway. You'll journey through the
heart of Borneo to the start of your rafting adventure - a brilliant
chance to see the spectacular, untouched scenery of this beautiful country
and glimpse the Murut tribes who live there. Upon arrival, you’ll receive
a full safety briefing before starting your 9km rafting adventure.
The river holds eight thrilling rapids to negotiate - you’ll work as a
team and will have an experienced guide with you. The journey will
undoubtedly be an awesome adrenalin rush, as you experience the ultimate
white water class III and IV rapids. The route takes about 1.5 hours to
complete. You’ll then have the chance to change out of your wet clothes
and enjoy some light refreshment at the station, ready for your return
train journey to Tenom Town and bus trip back to Kota Kinabalu.
This excursion includes transfers to and from your accommodation in Kota
Kinabalu, full safety briefing and equipment. Please note, this is a full
day’s excursion and you won’t return to your hotel until at least 7.30pm.
Excluded: Drinks/extra meals and anything not included above.
DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING AT TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK - 5 HOURS
LEVEL: Beginner. No
experience needed.
LOCATION: Depart from Kota Kinabalu - 20 minutes by boat.
DURATION: 5 Hours
DESCRIPTION: A chance to scuba dive and observe the beautiful
coral life.
PRICE: £85 / US $130 (Based on a minimum of 2 people)
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The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a stunning marine park, that
comprises of a cluster of islands including Pulau Gaya, Pulau Sapi,
Pulau Manukan, Pulau Mamutik and Pulau Sulug. All of the islands have
gorgeous white sandy beaches, shallow waters and fantastic coral gardens
- and they are all only a 10 - 20 minute boat ride from the city of Kota
Kinabalu!
This trip offers a perfect package for those who have never dived before
but are eager to experience beautiful coral reefs and colourful marine
life. You'll be given a step-by-step guide to scuba diving, from
learning how to suit up, to how to use your diving equipment properly.
The package includes 1 beach dive and 1 boat dive, however it does not
include the Park Dive Permit which is RM50 (approximately £10 at time of
writing.)
TIP OF BORNEO & BAVANGGAZO CULTURAL VILLAGE – 1 DAY
LEVEL: Gentle
LOCATION: Depart from Kota Kinabalu - 3 hours journey to northern
Sabah.
DURATION: Full Day
DESCRIPTION: An opportunity to experience the fantastic culture
of rural Malaysia.
PRICE: £95 / US $145 (Based on a minimum of 2 people)
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You'll journey through scenic countryside to the north of Kudat.
You'll pass some spectacular scenery including paddy fields, traditional
villages, plantations and local stalls selling handicraft and food
items. On arrival at Bavanggazo village (where the Rungus community
live) you'll have a traditional lunch, before visiting the community and
their cottage industries - Seeing the Rungus Tribe still living in their
longhouses is a fantastic once in a lifetime experience! The community
is very enterprising - the main economic activities include producing
honey and making gongs.
Before returning to Kota Kinabalu, you'll visit Simpang Mengayau, the
northern most tip of Borneo, where the Sulu and South China Seas meet.
On a clear day, you'll be able to see the outlying islands of the
Philippines from this point! Spectacular!
If you take this tour on a Sunday, you'll get the chance to visit the Tamu Besar (a bustling open air market in Kota Belud)
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Enhance your Programme with some exciting activities:
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Scuba
Diving Malaysia,
Malaysia Turtles & Primates Excursion,
Internships in Malaysia,
Teach English Malaysia,
Gap
Malaysia,
Malaysian
Disabled Children,
Animal
Care Malaysia,
Scuba
Internship Malaysia ,
Orangutan Sepilok,
Disabled
Children Malaysia,
Teach in Malaysia,
Turtle Island Park Malaysia,
Work in
Malaysia,
Work With Children
Malaysia,
Mount Kinabalu,
Borneo
Tours
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