Sandakan 3D2N Kinabatangan Wild Forest Lodge - Far from Crowds

Day 1: Where the Wild Awakens

1. 2h · Admission ticket included
   When make your way up to the headquarters, check in and snag a tasty local lunch while soak up the lowdown on the eco-camp and its conservation goals.
2. 2h · Admission ticket included
   Jump on a boat for a laid-back journey down the Kinabatangan River to the TREC jungle lodge, which is tucked away in a between an oxbow lake and the river. The only way to get there is by boat, encircled by vibrant greenery. Settle into a cool elevated hut or homestay that promotes eco-friendliness and harmonises with the floodplain forest vibes.
3. Kinabatangan District
   1h 30m
   Embark first wildlife river cruise as the day starts to cool down. Now's a great chance to seek out Borneo's 'Big Five'! You might just see pygmy elephants, orangutans, proboscis monkeys, hornbills or even crocodiles. The riverbanks are alive with energy as various primate species settle in for the night.
4. Pass by
   Make your way back to camp to freshen up before dinner, and enjoy a tasty meal prepared from fresh local food in the camp's dining area, all while relaxing in the nighttime sounds of the jungle. After dinner, free and easy. Overnight at the forest hut or homestay.

Day 2: Step into the Realm

1. Kinabatangan River
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Rise and shine for a sunrise river cruise! The foggy river at dawn creates a dreamy vibe, perfect for capturing glimpses of birds and other little critters waking up along its banks. Return back for some lunch and leisurely time, unwind or lie down in a hammock while the jungle serenades you, and continue to start a jungle trekking through lake trails to soak in the forest scenery.
2. Kinabatangan Jungle Camp
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Grab a local lunch in the afternoon and unwind for a bit, or roll up your sleeves and plant a tree to leave as a little gift for the future (at an extra cost). As the sun dips down, hop on a sunset cruise around the Kinabatangan. if we’re lucky, we could catch a glimpse of hornbills and other wildlife soaring through the gentle light, along with proboscis monkeys just chilling in the treetops.
3. Kinabatangan River
   6h · Admission ticket included
   A dinner is on the way. freshly made, as the night starts to come alive around us. stroll under the stars and explore the jungle, taking in the rainforest's nighttime vibes with a guide and see the forest come alive. If you prefer quiet, simply relax at the lodge, letting the nocturnal chorus sing you into the night. Drift off to the soft sounds of the jungle, with the lake hanging out just past the trees. Overnight

Day 3: A Parting Glance of Paradise

1. Sukau
   1h 30m
   Rise and shine for a sunrise river cruise! The fog rolling over the river at dawn sets a magical scene, and a great opportunity to spot birds and other little creatures starting their day along the banks.
2. Kinabatangan District
   4h
   Head back to camp for a delicious breakfast, relaxed, or wander around a bit. After that, check out and hop on a boat to cruise back to the base where the meeting point start.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A raw, immersive forest experience, not a luxury resort, it is a down-to-earth adventure, these shelters come with bucket showers and floor sleeping mats under the trees or homestay.
• The itinerary could change due to some rough weather or animal safety concerns.
• The eco-camp uses solar power and natural ventilation without electricity.
• In a wildlife area, animals have the freedom to roam, so spotting them isn't a guaranted thing.
• If there's a spot available, your reservation will be good to go! If that’s not the case, it’ll just get cancelled automatically, and you’ll see your refund immediately within 24 hour of reservation time.
• The Tugog jungle hut stay offers bucket showers and floor sleeping mats, while the homestay provides basic beds, it is all income support the local community and toward the locals here.
• The tour does not include any additional activities not listed, such as tree planting and conservation program
• To reach here: Just catch a bus from Sandakan to Semporna, Lahad Datu, or Tawau, and tell the driver to drop you off at the road. It's super convenient, and you'll spot the meeting point just across the street from our office. If prefer a more direct route, we can arrange up a taxi for you! It’ll be about 450 ringgit for a car that fits 4 people, or 600 ringgit for a van that accommodates 7, charged separately. Easy peasy!