SANDAKAN
Situated by a beautiful, natural deepwater bay, Sandakan was formerly the administrative capital of British North Borneo.  At one time, timber was the major export but this is now supplanted by the oil palm industry.  With world famous Sepilok, the first Orang Utan Sanctuary, Sandakan plays host to nature lovers who can also visit Selingan, one of the Turtle Islands minutes away from the town as well as Sukau, in the upper reaches of the Kinabatangan River where primates, especially the proboscis monkeys (endemic only found in Borneo) are easily sighted.
(EX-SANDAKAN)

EAST COAST’S WILDLIFES TOURS

Sepilok Orang Utan Encounter  (Full Day)  (Lunch)
ex-Sandakan (exclude airfares)
The first stop for the day is a visit to Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary where captive “orang utan” are reintroduced into the wild.  Observe its natural habitat during the feeding time and walk along the plankwalks in the realms of the Tropical lowland jungle.   Depart centre to have the panoramic view of Sandakan at Puh Jih Syh Chinese Buddhist temple, drive pass by sim sim water village before lunch.  After lunch, transfer to airport for late afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu.  Drop off airport or city Hotel.  (Lunch)

Turtle + Orang Utan Encounter  (2days 1night)  (Lunch to Lunch)
ex-Sandakan (exclude airfares)
Day 1  Meet at Sandakan Airport by morning flight (preferably on MH 2042), transfer to  jetty for a boat ride to Selingan Turtle Islands Park approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes journey.  Upon arrival, registration at the Park HQ and check into chalet.  After lunch, you are free at leisure to swim or snorkel.  After dinner, wait for signal from the Park Ranger before we proceed in small groups to watch Green Turtle lay eggs on the beach, transplanting of eggs to hatchery and release of baby turtles to the sea.  This island is a park conservation area since 1977 and turtles have been nesting here every night throughout the year.  Overnight at chalet.  (Lunch, Dinner)
Photographing turtles are strictly prohibited between 6pm – 6am.
Day 2  After breakfast, we return to the mainland and proceed to Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary where captive orang utan are reintroduced into the wild.  Observe its natural habitat during the feeding time and walk along the plankwalks in the realms of the Tropical lowland jungle.   Depart centre to have the panoramic view of Sandakan at Puh Jih Syh Chinese Buddhist temple, drive pass by sim sim water village before lunch.  After lunch, transfer to airport for late afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu (preferably on MH 2709 ETD1415hrs).  (Breakfast, Lunch)
Recommended:  Please bring along swim wear, sun block lotion, hat, personal toiletries, insect repellent, walking shoes, raincoat & torchlight. 
Camera Fee is not included. Snorkeling gear available for hire at a surcharge.

Sandakan Safari 1  (2days 1night)  (Lunch to Lunch)
ex-Sandakan 
Day 1  Meet at Sandakan Airport by morning flight (preferably on MH 2042), transfer to Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary, where captive orang utan are reintroduced into the wild.  Observe its natural habitat during the feeding time and walk along the plankwalks in the realms of the Tropical lowland jungle.   Continue to Sandakan jetty for boat cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary, Sabah’s longest river, with opportunity to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats.  Late afternoon take a river cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species including Proboscis monkeys as they settle down on treetops along the Kinabatangan River.  Return lodge for dinner and overnight at lodge.  (Lunch/Dinner)
Day 2  After breakfast, river cruise down by boat back to Sandakan.   Another opportunity for wildlife sightseeing with this approximately two and half hours journey.  Upon arrival at jetty, proceed for short tour of Sandakan town including Puh Jih Syh Chinese Buddhist temple, drive pass by sim sim water village before lunch.  After lunch, transfer to airport for late afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu (preferably on MH 2709 ETD1415hrs).  (Breakfast, Lunch)
Recommended:  Please bring along sun block lotion, personal toiletries, torch light, insect repellent, walking shoes, binoculars, hat & raincoat.

Sandakan Safari Extravaganza (3days 2nights)  (Lunch to Lunch)   
ex-Sandakan
Day 1  On arrival at Sandakan Airport (preferably on MH 2042), transfer to the jetty for a boat ride to Selingan Island, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes journey.    Upon arrival, registration at the Park HQ and check into chalet.  After lunch, you are free at leisure to swim or snorkel.  After dinner, wait for signal from the Park Ranger before we proceed in small groups to watch Green Turtle lay eggs on the beach, transplanting of eggs to hatchery and release of baby turtles to the sea.  This island is a park conservation area since 1977 and turtles have been nesting here every night throughout the year.  Overnight at chalet.  (Lunch, Dinner)
Photographing turtles are strictly prohibited between 6pm – 6am.
Day 2  Depart from island to Sandakan.  Proceed by overland for approximately 30 minutes to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center.  Experience a close encounter with the “Wildman of Borneo” and tamed Orang Utan feeding by the rangers.  Walk along the plankwalks in the realms of the tropical lowland jungle.  Then return to Sandakan and proceed with an hour boat cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary, Sabah’s longest river, with opportunity to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats.  Late afternoon take a river cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species including Proboscis monkeys as they settle down on treetops along the Kinabatangan River.  Return lodge for dinner and overnight at lodge.  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3  After breakfast, river cruise down by boat back to Sandakan.   Another opportunity for wildlife sightseeing with this approximately two and half hours journey.  Upon arrival at jetty, proceed for short tour of Sandakan town including Puh Jih Syh Chinese Buddhist temple, drive pass by sim sim water village before lunch.  After lunch, transfer to airport for late afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu (preferably on MH 2709 ETD1415hrs).  (Breakfast, Lunch)Excludes domestic airfare, camera fee and items not mentioned. Please bring along sun block lotion, personal toiletries, torch light, insect repellent, walking shoes, binoculars, hat & raincoat.                  Note:         Please take note that Sabah Parks allow only camera of unaided flash to take photographs of the Turtles.  The Sabah Parks also forbid visitor from going around the island on their own from 6:00pm – 6:00am

Sandakan Safari Adventure (4days 3nights)   
ex-Sandakan
Day 1  On arrival at Sandakan Airport (preferably on MH 2042), transfer to the jetty for a boat ride to Selingan Island, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes journey.    Upon arrival, registration at the Park HQ and check into chalet.  After lunch, you are free at leisure to swim or snorkel.  After dinner, wait for signal from the Park Ranger before we proceed in small groups to watch Green Turtle lay eggs on the beach, transplanting of eggs to hatchery and release of baby turtles to the sea.  This island is a park conservation area since 1977 and turtles have been nesting here every night throughout the year.  Overnight at chalet.  (Lunch, Dinner)
Day 2  Depart from island to Sandakan.  Proceed by overland for approximately 30 minutes to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center.  Experience a close encounter with the “Wildman of Borneo” and tamed Orang Utan feeding by the rangers.  Walk along the plankwalks in the realms of the tropical lowland jungle.  Then return to Sandakan and proceed with an hour boat cruise up to the Lower Kinabatangan River Sanctuary, Sabah’s longest river, with opportunity to view birds and wildlife in virgin mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitats.  Late afternoon take a river cruise in search of some of the 10 primate species including Proboscis monkeys as they settle down on treetops along the Kinabatangan River.  Return lodge for dinner and overnight at lodge.  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3  Wake up by the calls of gibbons and hornbills.  Early morning, proceed to the Ox Bow Lake to observe wildlife and experience the early morning river ambiance of the longest river of Sabah. Return to Lodge for breakfast and the free at own leisure. After lunch, late afternoon, another river cruise to search for more wildlife. Dinner and overnight at lodge. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4  After breakfast, river cruise down by boat back to Sandakan.   Another opportunity for wildlife sightseeing with this approximately two and half hours journey.  Upon arrival at jetty, proceed for short tour of Sandakan town including Puh Jih Syh Chinese Buddhist temple, drive pass by sim sim water village before lunch.  After lunch, transfer to airport for late afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu (preferably on MH 2709 ETD1415hrs).  (Breakfast, Lunch)
Camera Fee is not included. Snorkeling gear available for hire at a surcharge. Excludes domestic airfare, camera fee and items not mentioned. Recommended: Please bring along swim wear, towel, binocular, sun block lotion, personal toiletries, insect repellent, torchlight, hat, leech sock, walking shoes & raincoat.