Sepilok Nature Resort
Surrounded by thick jungle, the wooden chalets provide great access to the rehabiliation centre.
Lodge DetailsShort Borneo Safari
WILDLIFE & RELAXATION
Explore the ancient jungle in search of the swinging orangutans; this safari is perfect for families with just the right mix of wildlife and adrenaline.
Starting at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, you will have the chance to see orangutans as they are rehabilitated from the wild after poaching or deforestation.
Moving on to the Kinabatangan River, there is a host of activities available to you in this wildlife-rich area, such as boat safaris in search of proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants and a variety of diverse birdlife.
Finish your safari in the 130 million years old rainforest of Danum Valley. The ecosystem is said to have the highest concentration of wild orangutans in the world, as well as other wildlife such as gibbons, macaques, sun bears, clouded leopards and red-leaf monkeys.
WHY BOOK THIS TRIP?
- Experience the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre which provides an exciting opportunity to observe orangutans up close.
- Explore the deep forests, where orangutans, gibbons, proboscis monkeys, and leaf monkeys roam freely.
- Take a river safari along the wildlife-rich Kinabatangan River, a real paradise for nature enthusiasts.
- Search for nocturnal animals on night drives in the remote Danum Valley.
Day 1 - Arrive Sepilok
Upon arrival in Sepilok, you will be transferred by road to your accommodation. At dusk, head out to the canopy walkway at the nearby Rainforest Discovery Centre to watch the red giant flying squirrels emerge from their nests.
Day 2 - Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary & Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Visit the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in time for their morning feed. You then have a tour of the Sun Bear Conservation Centre to learn all about the project to save these adorable bears, the smallest and least known members of the species, whose population is rapidly diminishing.
Day 3 - Sepilok - Kinabatangan River
During the 80 minute boat transfer along the Kinabatangan River, you will witness small local communities at the river's edge, as well as a variety of wildlife. This is the largest gathering of fireflies in all of Malaysia! After dinner, go on a guided night walk in search of nocturnal creatures.
Day 4 - Kinabatangan River Safari
Embark on a river safari to explore a variety of fauna and flora along the banks of the Kinabatangan River. Species to be found include orangutans, proboscis monkeys, tree snakes, crocodiles, monitor lizards, macaques and herds of wild elephants.
Day 5 - Kinabatangan River - Danum Valley
An early check out this morning as you are transferred south to Lahad Datu, then on to your lodge in the renowned Danum Valley. In the afternoon, join one of the fascinating treks taking in the canopy walkway for a close up view of the rainforest.
Day 6 - Danum Valley
Spend your day with one of the naturalist guides exploring the many nature trails and waterfalls, take a dip in the natural Jacuzzi pool or floating down the Danum River on tubes. In the evening, dine at the lodge, before embarking on an exciting night drive in search of nocturnal animals.
Day 7 - Depart Danum Valley
Wake up for an early morning trek. Then depart for your journey back to Lahud Datu (approx. 2 hrs) for your onward journey.
Starting early in the day, you set out into the jungle before the mist has risen. Trudging through wet soil, peeling back the bright green vegetation as you go, you venture into the wild to search for orangutans. At this time in the morning, these incredibly human-like creatures are setting out in search of breakfast, occasionally daring to come down to the forest floor to pick fallen fruit. It takes expertise and patience to find these mesmerising animals, but your expert guide leads you in the right direction. Before you know it, you are looking straight up at one of these charismatic apes. At home in the treetops, they are comfortable sitting above you feeding on fruit, often just as curious about you as you are about them.
What to expect on a Short Borneo Safari
Why Natural World Safaris for your Borneo Safari?
Conservation Minded
We will only work with the best guides and most eco-conscious operators and will always put the protection of the rainforest and its inhabitants above commerical interests. Visit the Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, the Sun Bear Conservation Centre and the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to learn about the work done to protect these endangered species.
Wealth of Experience
To sell Borneo well, you need to know it from the ground upwards; this unique destination is forever changing. Through our years of experience designing safaris and time spent on the ground, we are experts in putting you in the right place at the right time to witness the wildlife in its natural environment, be it orangutans in the misty rainforests or sea turtles in the turquoise waters
Tailored Safaris
Share your interests with our Destination Specialists and we will match you to the in-country experts, providing you with nothing but the best access and highly experienced wildlife trackers and guides. Using first-hand knowledge, we offer Borneo safari holidays that steer clear of the mass market. Our exceptional selection of personally and privately run jungle lodges and bespoke experiences allows you to create a unique itinerary tailored to your specific needs.