Lahad Datu: Danum Valley 3-Day Jungle Adventure with Guide

Duration3 days

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesMalay, English

Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Danum Valley shines through its breathtaking beauty as one of the last untouched lowland forests on Earth, Class 1 (Protection) Forest Reserve, making it a priceless relic of a world before humans. With its wonderful variety of plants and animals and scientific research center, hence basic infrastructures, it is a whispers of ancient worlds and wild things, this sanctuary in the heart of Borneo feels like stepping into a living, breathing story that started over 130 million years ago, an adventure into the planet's deepest memories. All you can see is a vast, green sea of trees that goes on and on, with no roads or settlements in sight. This amazing quality creates a setting for a wildlife show that's truly one-of-a-kind. It’s one of those special spots where hope really comes to life. Every trek is like a delightful treasure hunt, where the rewards are those amazing, heart-stopping moments spent with creatures that seem to leap right out of a storybook.

Options

Superior Deluxe

Superior Deluxe: A private room for twin sharing with at least 2 participants in Danum Valley
Duration: 3 days: 3D2N with accommodation, transfer, full meals, drinks, guided jungle trek, 4WD, Non-DSLR camera fee & national park fee.
Full-meal: Full-meal unless written
4WD + Car/Van
Pickup included

Deluxe Resthouse

Deluxe Resthouse: A private room for twin sharing with at least 2 participants in Danum Valley
Duration: 3 days: 3D2N with accommodation, transfer, full meals, drinks, guided jungle trek, 4WD, Non-DSLR camera fee & national park fee.
Full-meal: Full-meal unless written
4WD + Car/Van
Pickup included

Standard Resthouse

Standard Resthouse: A private room for twin sharing with at least 2 participants in Danum Valley
Duration: 3 days: 3D2N with accommodation, transfer, full meals, drinks, guided jungle trek, 4WD, Non-DSLR camera fee & national park fee.
Full-meal: Full-meal unless written
4WD + Car/Van
Pickup included

Hostel Dormitory Style

Hostel Dormitory Style: A hostel dormitory style with sharing room with participants in Danum Valley
Duration: 3 days: 3D2N with accommodation, transfer, full meals, drinks, guided jungle trek, 4WD, Non-DSLR camera fee & national park fee.
Full-meal: Full-meal unless written
4WD + Car/Van
Pickup included

Camping Ground

Camping Ground: A camping ground with tent in Danum Valley
Duration: 3 days: 3D2N with accommodation, transfer, full meals, drinks, guided jungle trek, 4WD, Non-DSLR camera fee & national park fee.
Full-meal: Full-meal unless written
4WD + Car/Van
Pickup included

What's included

Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Forest ranger and guide with VHF radio
Round trip transfer pickup and drop-off
Accommodation x 2 night
All national park admission fees
Coffee, tea, and drinking water

For Mount Batuk Sunrise, it's free if group has at least three pax join in.
Personal expense and itinerary
DSLR camera user must fill out the photography registration form

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival at frontier

Lahad Datu
Pass by

Your adventure kicks off with a bumpy, fun ride from Lahad Datu with You'll find the registration and check-in for the Danum Valley Field Centre (DVSC/DVFC) at the reception office right next to Lahad Datu Airport at Fajar Centre. The trip is really enjoyable, taking you through stunning scenery on a gravel road for around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Danum Valley Conservation Area
7h

Just arrived at DVSC and got a lovely welcome during the briefing at the reception counter! Before know it, arrived at your jungle home! After a lovely lunch on your own cost if required, your guide will lead you on your first easy walks. A charming glimpse into a secret world where we can enjoy wildlife for 1 hour and 30 minutes nearby, and then we can return for a leisurely tea break at our own pace
Danum Valley Conservation Area
12h · Admission ticket included

As the sun sets, the real magic begins—let's start our evening with dinner! Heading on a night safari, depending on the weather conditions. This is when the forest's shyest stars come out to play imagine the adorable wide-eyed slow lorises, curious civets, and a sparkling variety of frogs and insects! It’s just like being in a live-action nature documentary, and get to enjoy it from the coziest spot around! Then head back to the Danum Valley Studies Field for the night, with lights out at 11 PM.

Day 2: Where the Wild Things Are

Danum Valley Conservation Area
8h

Start your day with the most delightful wake-up call—the amazing symphony of hundreds of jungle birds! After a delicious breakfast, set off on the main event—a guided trek lasting about 4 hours. The hike is truly an adventure, and the reward is absolutely worth it: a stunning view over endless green treetops that stretches on forever. The adventure keeps going with exploring nature and enjoying wildlife sightings! The afternoon includes a return with lunch and some time for self-activities.
Danum Valley Conservation Area
4h · Admission ticket included

At 3 pm, head out for another evening trek that will last about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Enjoy a relaxed coffee or tea break at the dining hall later in the evening!
Danum Valley Conservation Area
11h

Dinner will be served at the dining hall, and as night falls, another wonderful chance to explore the fascinating darkness with your knowledgeable guide, uncovering the secrets of the nocturnal wildlife in the area for one hour. After that, make our way back to the Danum Valley Studies Field for the night, and turn off the lights at 11 PM.

Day 3: Savoring Last Moments

Danum Valley Conservation Area
6h · Admission ticket included

Your final morning is a lovely one! You're welcome to experience a beautiful sunrise at Mount Batuk! Just a friendly reminder that we need at least 3 people to join, and there will be a small additional fee if less than 3 pax on your group (or extra 80 ringgit to be paid depending on the weather conditions). Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, perhaps spot one last monkey from the deck, and take in a nice deep breath of that wonderfully fresh jungle air. Enjoy a final little walk around the area to say goodbye to the forest before making your way back to Lahad Datu, with camera full of memories and heart overflowing with happiness. This isn't just a tour; it's a uniquely special jungle fairy tale. It's the delight of seeing first wild experience, the thrill of hearing an wild trumpet in the distance, and the peace of drifting off to the gentle sounds of the jungle. then, head back to Lahad Datu around 12 PM, finishing up our journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We kindly ask that you arrive on time for your reservation. If the location is a bit far, it might be a good idea to start your journey early since the transfer pick-up is shared. Thank you!

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The maximum number of participants in this tour is 8 people per group.
Just a friendly reminder that Danum Valley is a research centre and conservation area, serving as an important base for scientists and researchers, so accommodations are quite basic.
The management of the Danum Valley may adjust or change the route if it determines needed.
It is recommended that you bring your own binoculars to maximise your visual experience.
It's important to bring cash in Malaysian ringgit if you need to buy anything along the way, card is not accepted.
The ticket is valid for the activity date specified in your reservation, and changes to the date are not permitted.
Please be aware that weather, traffic, local regulations or current condition may cause delays in the tour's start and end times.
This package excludes any insurance coverage. We strongly encourage guests to purchase their own travel insurance.
For the Mount Batuk sunrise, night drive or walk will be subject to the weather condition, and may be re-organised to best meet the operational situations
Cell phone coverage is available. However, it can sometimes be disrupted due to rain downpour and satellite malfunction.
Electricity is available from 7 am to 11 pm.
Looking for a longer stay or a better rate, feel free to reach out to the tour provider directly.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.