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Borneo Orang-utans & Turtles
Borneo
Orang-utans & Turtles
Group Trip 14 Days
* Magical wildlife, scenery and beaches * Visit the enchanted Turtle Island Park where turtles
nest year round * Visit Sepilok Orang-utan Centre * Relax on a tropical island beach
iscover Borneo's enchanting combination of unique wildlife, mysterious jungles and white beaches. Visit the oldest rainforests in the world, with their rich diversity of wildlife including the orang-utan, Asian elephant and proboscis monkey. From ancient rainforests to tropical islands, we'll see turtles in their natural environment, bathe in mud volcanoes and snorkel coral reefs in warm waters. We will also visit Gomantong Caves, where thousands of bats live, and spend time whitewater rafting and playing on a high ropes course. There will also be an opportunity to experience the local culture with a visit to a rural market and an evening of tribal dancing. Experience the pure magic of sunset on the South China Sea; nobody can be bored in Borneo.
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Trip Profile
Flights via Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Airlines. Accommodation 5 nights beach resort/lodge, 2 nights river lodge, 2 nights longhouse, 2 nights hotel. Swimming opportunities on the beach or in the pool at Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Islands. Transport private mini/midi bus and 1 internal flight. Group min 6, max 20 plus leaders and appropriate local staff. Food 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 5 dinners included. Reality Check long international flights and some long days travelling. Weather can be hot and humid. Some malarial areas visited. Min. Age 6 years.
The Itinerary
Day 1 Depart London on overnight flight via Kuala Lumpur. 2 Arrive Kota Kinabalu. Rest and recuperate by the pool/beach. 3 Free day, with optional visit to nearby adventure park with gokarting, ropes course and climbing wall. 4 Morning fly to Sandakan and transfer by boat to Turtle Island, where we hope to see turtles nesting. 5 Return to mainland and visit Sepilok Orang-utan Centre. Afternoon river cruise to wildlife lodge. Optional night safari today or tomorrow. 6 Morning visit Gomantong Caves, home to over a million swiftlets. Afternoon wildlife cruise. 7 Return to Sandakan by boat and drive to tea plantation for 2 nights in a traditional longhouse. 8 A fun day of jungle walks, informative talks, and an evening of tribal dancing. 9 Back to Kota Kinabalu. Afternoon white-water rafting/ tubing. 10 Morning transfer to a tropical island. Free day to relax and explore the beautiful beaches. 11/12 Two full days to unwind on the beach, and enjoy optional excursions such as snorkelling and kayaking. 13 Morning return to Kota Kinabalu. Afternoon free for last minute shopping or relaxing. Evening depart for London via Kuala Lumpur. 14 Arrive London.
Climate: Kota Kinabalu
Temp ºC Rainy Days
Group Dates & Prices
Trip Code * FIB Sun to Sat NO LOCAL PAYMENT Start End Adult Child# 2008 23 Mar 05 Apr £1849 £1649 06 Apr 19 Apr £1849 £1649 27 Jul 09 Aug £2049 £1799 10 Aug 23 Aug £2049 £1799 21 Dec 03 Jan £2299 £2099 2009 05 Apr 18 Apr £1999 £1749 01 Aug 14 Aug £2149 £1899 15 Aug 28 Aug £2149 £1899 Optional single supplement £165 (6 nights only) #Child must be aged 6 to 11 at time of dep. Recommended teenage departure Insurance: please see page 68
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TRIP TRIVIA
Orang-utans are one of our closest relatives. "Orang Hutan" literally means "People of the Forest". In times past, people would not hunt them because they felt the orang-utan was simply a person hiding in the trees, trying to avoid having to go to work or become a slave.
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