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Selamat Datang in Malaysia.

After your arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), your private chauffeur will meet and take you to your hotel. The Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection welcomes you in downtown Kuala Lumpur, right in the middle of the bustling city center, surrounded by specialty bars and shopping centers. Within a few minutes’ walk, you have the opportunity to try a huge variety of local and international culinary street food specialties

Accommodation: Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection, Superior Room, Kuala Lumpur, including breakfast

After your breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby for your private Kuala Lumpur City Tour.

The tour will first take you to the confluence of the Klang & Gombak Rivers, the site of Kuala Lumpur’s humble beginning. Continue to see the splendor of the Royal Palace, followed by the National Monument at the Lake Gardens, a sprawling 91.6-hectare expanse of immaculate lawns, undulating hills and meticulously manicured gardens, a scene of harmony, beauty and tranquility, both natural and man-made. Continue to the beautiful National Mosque. Pass the train station and stop at Independence Square before the tour continues on a fascinating drive through Chinatown.

The first part of your private tour ends with a fantastic panoramic view from the Petronas Tower Bridge.

Then the second part of your private tour to the Batu Caves & Suburbs of Kuala Lumpur begins. The tour begins with a trip to the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur city, passing by the embassy streets, Istana Sharif Ali and some Malay settlements. Highlights include a visit to the Royal Selangor Pewter, which has the most modern and largest pewter factory in the world, internationally renowned for its high quality and craftsmanship. You will be given a tour of the factory to see how pewter is made. The last stop is at the limestone hills of Batu Caves, an outcrop that houses a Hindu temple. One has to climb 272 steps to reach the top and the temple. Batu Cave is a famous pilgrimage site for the Hindus during the “Thaipusam” festival (usually either in January or February every year according to the Hindu religion calendar).  Then return to the hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure.

Accommodation: Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection, Superior Room, Kuala Lumpur, breakfast included

Today, after breakfast and check-out, you will be driven to the airport for your onward flight to Kuching. Once there, you will be met and taken to your hotel.

Welcome to Borneo!

The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Accommodation: Grand Margherita Hotel, Superior Room, including breakfast

Early breakfast at the hotel.

You will be picked up from the hotel lobby at around 8:00 am.

Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is located 24 kilometres from central Kuching and offers an excellent opportunity to observe semi-wild orangutans in a natural environment. This orangutan rehabilitation centre receives orphaned or rescued orangutans and trains them to survive in the wild. Over 20 orangutans live in the forest within the conservation area and often return to the centre for additional feeding. The feeding area is located in a natural amphitheatre where it is possible to observe the orangutans coming down from the surrounding forest for the food provided. The rangers will provide information on the purpose of the centre and the conservation goals.

The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Accommodation: Grand Margherita Hotel, Superior Room, Kuching, breakfast included

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free time in the morning.

At around 4pm, you will be picked up from your hotel in Kuching and transferred to the Santubong Boat Club (30 minutes) where you will board a boat and begin your cruise along the rivers, streams and mangroves of the Santubong Peninsula. The cruise will first head to the mouth of the Santubong River where Irrawaddy dolphins are regularly spotted. From there, you will continue along the mangrove-lined rivers and estuaries in search of wildlife, including proboscis monkeys. Groups of these endemic Borneo monkeys are often seen among the mangroves at the water’s edge.

As the light fades, your boatman will search for fireflies and crocodiles. Crocodiles are sometimes spotted on the muddy river banks by the reflection of their eyes reflected by a torch shining across the water. Fireflies congregate along certain areas of the river. Watch the fireflies light up the branches of the mangrove trees before returning to the boat club and then returning to Kuching.

Accommodation: Grand Margherita Hotel, Superior Room, Kuching, breakfast included

Breakfast at the hotel.

Around 08:00am, pick up from your hotel in Kuching and drive to the small town of Lundu, arriving at the park headquarters around 10:00am.  Start the tour with a visit to the park’s interpretation centre to learn about the ecology of the Rafflesia flower.

When a flower is in bloom, hike along one of the park’s trails (10-30 minutes) to see the amazing Rafflesia. Along the way, your guide will point out the host vines and the cabbage-like Rafflesia buds littering the forest floor. After seeing the Rafflesia, return to the park headquarters or hike to Waterfall. Leave the park around 1pm and have lunch at a local cafe in Lundu (included). Then head to Siar Beach for a swim.

If a flower is not in bloom, leave the information center and walk for about 30 minutes to Waterfall No. 1. This waterfall is located 600m from the park headquarters and is accessible via the park’s main trekking trail that leads to the peak of Gunung Gading. Waterfall No. 1 consists of a small waterfall and a series of rock pools where you can take a dip in the cool water amidst the rainforest. After enjoying the rainforest scenery, walk back along the main trail for 10 minutes until you reach the Rafflesia Trail plankwalk. This goes through a hilly rainforest area where Rafflesia flowers can often be seen.  The Rafflesia relies on a host vine – the Tetrastigma. These vines and the brown Rafflesia buds can be seen along the plankwalk. Return to the park headquarters and leave Gunung Gading at around 1pm. Lunch at a local cafe in Lundu (included). After lunch, drive (15 minutes) to Siar Beach. Time to relax at Basaga Holiday Resort and swim in the sea or the resort pool. Depart Siar Beach at 3:30pm and return to Kuching, arriving at approximately 5pm.

Accommodation: Grand Margherita Hotel, Superior Room, Kuching, breakfast included

Departure from the hotel around 07:50-08:10.

Bako National Park is located on a peninsula on the coast and the starting point for trips into the park is Bako Village, 35 minutes drive from Kuching. From the village, you will travel by boat for about 25 minutes to the park headquarters.

Along the way, you will have the chance to see crocodiles, sea eagles and other coastal birds. Arrive at the park headquarters and explore the hiking trails and search for wildlife with your guide. Have lunch at the canteen and continue exploring Bako. After dinner at the park restaurant, take a night walk by torchlight.

Overnight at the park accommodation.

Accommodation: Bako Forest Lodge, Bako National Park, including full board

After breakfast, hike one of the trails to spot rare migratory birds, reptiles, langurs and look for the rare and elusive proboscis monkey, a primate found only in Borneo. We have lunch in the park before returning to Kuching in the afternoon.

Note: Exact schedule is subject to tide and sea conditions.

Accommodation: Grand Margherita Hotel, Superior Room, Kuching, breakfast included

After your breakfast at the hotel and check-out, you will be driven to the airport for your onward flight to Mulu.

Upon arrival in Mulu, transfer to Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa for check-in.

Around 2:00pm – Pick up from the resort by van to the park headquarters. At around 2:15pm, depart the park headquarters and take a scenic 3km trek through the primary rainforest to the entrance of Deer Cave. Deer Cave is the largest cave passage in the world. Its size is fantastic and you have no doubt how big it is when you arrive at the cave entrance. The entrance of the cave is 150m wide and 120m high. Nowhere in this massive cave is the roof less than 90m high. The cave has a moon-like landscape and from a vantage point a perfect profile of President Lincoln can be observed. Next to Deer Cave is Langs Cave. The stalactites and stalagmites in this cave are representative of the best limestone formations in the park. After touring the two caves, head to the Bat Observatory outside Deer Cave. Most evenings at sunset, a spectacular exodus of around 2 million bats can be seen as they leave the cave in search of food. Then hike back to the park headquarters by torchlight and return to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Mulu Marriot Resort & Spa, Superior Room, Mulu NP, breakfast included

Around 08:30am – Pick up from the resort and take a longboat upriver to the Wind Cave with its impressive “King’s Chamber”. Here you will find stalactites and stalagmites with delicate lace-like patterns. A short walk along the limestone cliff followed by a climb of about 250 concrete steps and you will reach the entrance to Clearwater Cave. Like most caves in Mulu, Clearwater Cave provides a habitat for unique plant species. One of these, the single-leaf plant, is only found at Mulu. Photosensitive algae grow on certain rocks and form needle-like formations that point towards the light source. There is a beautiful swimming area near Clearwater Cave shaded by huge rainforest trees. Enjoy a simple picnic or packed lunch, swim or relax before returning to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Mulu Marriot Resort & Spa, Superior Room, Mulu NP, breakfast included

After breakfast, you will go to the airport for your domestic flight to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Upon arrival, you will be driven to your hotel and check in.

Then you have the rest of the day at your leisure.

Accommodation: Grandis Hotel, Superior Room, Kota Kinabalu, including breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel before transfer to the airport for departure to Sandakan.

After arriving in Sandakan, take a 20-minute transfer to Sepilok Nature Resort.

Check in and have the rest of the day at leisure.

In the evening, enjoy your welcome dinner at the resort restaurant.

Accommodation: Sepilok Nature Resort, Lodge, Standard Room, Sepilok, Sandakan, including full board

Today you can look forward to a full day of exploring the Sepilok-Kabili Forest Reserve.

Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre for a morning feeding, followed by a visit to the Sunbear Centre next door. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, head back to the lodge in Sepilok for a little rest and relaxation before heading back to the Rainforest Discovery Centre in the afternoon. Explore some of the hiking trails here and visit the excellent Canopy Walkway for animal and bird watching. Transfer back to the resort at sunset.

Accommodation: Sepilok Nature Resort, Lodge, Standard Room, Sepilok, Sandakan, including full board

At around 11:00am, you will be transferred to Sandakan Yacht Club Jetty for the boat ride to the lodge in Abai, Kinabatangan at 12:00pm.

The 1.5 hour boat ride will take you across Sandakan Bay, passing the historic Berhala Island and fishing villages.

At around 2:30pm, you will arrive at the lodge, check in and have lunch while being briefed on the accommodation and activities.

At around 4:30pm, enjoy a cup of coffee and local banana fritters before boarding a smaller boat for a cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of wildlife and admire the stunning river scenery as the sun sets. Continue to watch the fireflies shimmer as evening falls before we head back to the resort for dinner.

After dinner, take a stroll along the boardwalks with your headlamps or flashlights and look for nocturnal wildlife.

Accommodation: Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort, Standard Room, Kinabatangan, including full board

Today you will depart at around 06:30am and head out for a morning river cruise to Pitas Oxbow Lake.

Enjoy a packed breakfast before visiting Abai village to get a glimpse of village life on the river. Afterwards, you will head back to the lodge where you can enjoy your late morning on the nature boardwalk.

At 16:00, you will take another afternoon cruise along the Kinabatangan River in search of wildlife and admire the stunning river scenery as the sun sets. Return to the lodge for dinner.

Accommodation: Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort, Standard Room, Kinabatangan, including full board

Today, enjoy another full day of river cruising in Kinabatangan with your guide.

Accommodation: Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort, Standard Room, Kinabatangan, including full board

Today, after breakfast, you will be taken to the Sukau jetty for your boat trip (takes about 1 1/2 hours).

From the jetty, you will be transferred by land to Lahad Datu, where you will register at reception and find out about the activities and facilities in the Danum Valley.

Departure at 9:30 a.m. for the scheduled transfer to the Borneo Rainforest Lodge. Arrival at the lodge around 12:00 p.m. and check-in. After lunch, you will set off on a guided hike along a nature trail (400 m promenade) and the 300 m long treetop path. In the evening, you will have dinner at the lodge. If the weather permits, you will go on a night drive in search of nocturnal animals.

Accommodation: Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Standard Room, Lahad Datu, including full board

After breakfast, take a hike along the “Coffin Trail” which leads to an ancient Kadazan Dusun burial site. It is a 3 km return journey with a 40 minutes climb to a magnificent viewpoint. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, take another jungle hike in search of wildlife or opt for a relaxing tubing ride on the Danum River. After dinner, set off for a night walk in search of nocturnal creatures.

Accommodation: Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Standard Room, Lahad Datu, including full board

In the morning, start your hike to a beautiful waterfall, looking for wildlife along the way. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, take another walk on one of your favorite trails in search of more wildlife. Return to the lodge. After dinner, you have the option of a night walk or night drive (but dependent on the availability of seats in the vehicles).

Accommodation: Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Standard Room, Lahad Datu, including full board

Today it’s time to say goodbye to the jungle. Your chauffeur will drive you to the airport in time for your onward flight to Kuala Lumpur.

Accommodation: Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection, Superior Room, Kuala Lumpur, breakfast included

Today, unfortunately, it’s time to say goodbye to your unforgettable time in paradise.
After your check-out, your chauffeur will take you to the international airport on time for your flight home.

We will be happy to adapt our travel example to your individual wishes and ideas.