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SOUTH EAST ASIA
Dramatic Mount Kinabalu at dawn/Ashley Toft
BORNEO
Bako National Park
All Borneo Discovery
TREKKING GRADE B/C
Ref WBN
JFMAMJJASOND JFMA
20 DAYS HOTELS/CHALET/LONGHOUSE/HOSTEL/LODGE HIGHLIGHTS OF BORNEO
Borneo evokes images of primeval forest, jungle rivers and headhunters. Travelling by plane, bus, longtail boat and on foot, we explore this fascinating and varied land. We journey through both Sarawak and Sabah the provinces that make up Malaysian Borneo.
Iban Longhouse & National Parks From the bustle of Sarawak's capital Kuching, we head by bus and boat into Bako National Park the habitat of unusual wildlife, including proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards and many rare plants. Travelling along the Lemanak River, we have the chance to stay in a traditional Iban longhouse and learn about the lifestyles of these welcoming people. Spectacular Mulu Caves A highlight of this tour is the time spent in the famous Gunung Mulu National Park. We have Iban man
wonderful views of the hill and swamp forest that covers this area and the wide muddy rivers that meander through it. We take plank walks through the rainforest and visit some of the beautiful caves that make up one of the world's most extensive underground systems including Deer Cave which is one of the largest caves in southern Asia. Mountains & Orang Utans Next, we journey to the Kinabalu National Park, in Sabah, then climb through the rainforest to our mountain hostel on Kinabalu South East Asia's highest peak. There's time for an ascent to the summit to see the sunrise, before descending and continuing to Sepilok. We stay in a jungle lodge, and at the nearby sanctuary see orang utans living wild. We also explore the Kinabatangan river around Sukau, where proboscis monkeys nest in the treetops in the late afternoon. Returning to the west coast we travel by boat to the idyllic island of Manukan for some relaxation, swimming and snorkelling in the clear blue waters.
All Borneo Discovery Ref WBN Sabah Naturewatch Ref BN
SOUTH CHINA SEA
Swimming & snorkelling
MANUKAN ISLAND MIRI
Wildlife walk
Optional ascent S U L U Mt Kinabalu 4101m S E A
KINABALU/ LABAN RATA NP
Poring Hot spring
BRUNEI
KOTA KINABALU
Sandakan
SABAH SEPILOK
BAKO NP KUCHING LEMANAK RIVER
Stay in longhouse
MAL AYSIA
SARAWAK
MULU NP
Longtail boat to caves Bats at sunset INDONESIA
Orang Utan Sanctuary
SUKAU
Oxbow lakes & river cruise
SULAWESI SEA
km 0 300
BORNEO (KALIMANTAN)
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Kuching. 2 Arrive Kuching. 3 City sightseeing; bus and boat to Bako National Park. 4 In Bako National Park; wildlife walks and optional boat trip around peninsula. 5 Boat and drive to Lemanak longhouse. 6 At the longhouse; jungle walks. 7 Fly to Miri. 8 Fly to Mulu NP. 9 & 10 Exploring Mulu NP and caves. 11 Fly Kota Kinabalu (Sabah). 12 Bus to Kinabalu NP; visit Poring Hot Springs (550m). 13 In Kinabalu NP; walk to Laban Rata. 14 Optional ascent of Mt Kinabalu (4101m); drive to Sepilok. 15 Visit Orang Utan Sanctuary; drive to Sukau. 16 In Sukau; visit oxbow lake. 17 Drive to Sandakan; fly Kota Kinabalu, boat to Manukan Island. 18 On Manukan Island. 19 Boat and drive Kota Kinabalu. 20 Fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 5nts hotel, 9nts chalet, 1nt lodge, 1nt hostel, 2nts longhouse; 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus/On foot/Riverboat/Longtail boat/Ferry/Flight. Comment: An all encompassing journey, where we uncover hidden wonders as well as the more wellknown aspects of this fascinating land. It is possible to opt out of all walks. For operational reasons the Sabah section sometimes runs in reverse. You will be informed by your tour leader at the start of the tour. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus drivers, boatmen and trek guide on Kinabalu. Group Size: Approx. 12 to 16.
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