Malaysia - inc Borneo — Far East — Kuoni Travel Worldwide 2009 online holiday brochure

malaysia º experiences 219 Borneo Adventures Borneo boasts long unspoilt beaches but is most famous for its orang utans and towering Mount Kinabalu. Climbing this mountain is an inspirational and exciting addition to any holiday and visiting the adorable apes in their protected environment at Sepilok Orang Utan rehabilitation centre or elegant turtles at the Turtle Island Conservation Area are definite highlights. Any of our Borneo Adventure itineraries can be combined with a stay on Borneos north-west coast (p228-229). borneo wildlife adventure your itinerary º º sepilok orang utan adventure your itinerary º mount kinabalu climb your itinerary º Turtle Island: 1 night Sukau: 1 night Full day tour National Park: 2 nights 1 Mount Kinabalu awaits you . . . 2 A playful Orang Utan Borneos verdant jungles and crystalline waters provide a home for rare and exotic creatures. Our wildlife adventure offers the opportunity to view orang utans and turtles in their natural environment. DAY 1 ² Depart early for your 40 minute flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan with Malaysian Airlines. On arrival transfer to the jetty, for a 75 minute speedboat to Selingan Island (75 minutes). Part of the Turtle Island Conservation Area, this picturesque island is set in the Sulu Sea and offers a safe haven for the green and hawksbill turtles. Relax, swim and snorkel and you may see the native turtles as they come ashore at night to lay their eggs or when hatchlings are released back into the wild (although sightings are not guaranteed, it is rare for visitors to leave disappointed). Overnight is in the islands simple lodge style accommodation with shared facilities. DAY 2 ² Return to Sandakan and continue to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, where you can observe these fascinating creatures. Proceed to Sukau, and take a river cruise amid the jungle watching out for the long nosed proboscis monkey and a great variety of birdlife. Stay overnight in simple chalets with private facilities. DAY 3 ² Return to Sandakan before your flight with Malaysian Airlines back to Kota Kinabalu. Marvel at the apes as they roam through their jungle learning survival techniques before they are released into the wild. DAY 1 ² Depart early in the morning An energetic and inspirational climb, offering spectacular views over verdant Borneo. DAY 1 ² Depart early this morning from your Kota Kinabalu hotel, driving up the Croker Range. Stop at a native market en route to the National Park. Lunch and dinner are provided. Overnight at either Kinabalu Pine Resort or Pakasa Mount Kinabalu (dependent on availability). DAY 2 ² After breakfast transfer to 1 for your 40 minute Malaysia Airlines flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan, in the east of Borneo. A 20 minute drive from Sandakan lies the world famous Orang Utan rehabilitation centre of Sepilok. A raised wooden walkway takes you to the observation deck where you may get a close sighting from this viewing platform particularly at feeding time (bananas and milk) 10am. The rehabilitation centre offers orphaned or captive orang utans the opportunity to learn survival skills before being released into the wild. Your guide will escort you to a local restaurant in Sandakan for lunch before a short guided tour of the town and its thriving port. This afternoon fly back to Kota Kinabalu and transfer to your choice of hotel on the beach in Borneo. Cost per person in twin: £132 the starting point and trek for five to six hours today with lunch en route and dinner to nourish you at the end and stay overnight at a simple Mountain Hut (Laban Rata Rest House or Gunting Lagadan Rest House). No mountaineering skills are required but a reasonable level of physical fitness is of course needed. DAY 3 ² Rise very early to complete the 2½ hour to 3½ hour trek to the summit before descending to the hut for breakfast and then on down to the foothills for lunch before the transfer back to Kota Kinabalu and your hotel. Cost per person in twin: £220 (minimum 2) Single supplement: £129 2 Cost per person in twin: £299 departures 2009 Daily on request with flights as per detailed itineraries need to know MEAL PLAN º Lunch and dinner are escorted The Mountain Climb is escorted by an experienced mountain escort to help you to the summit. The Orang Utan Adventure and Wildlife Adventure are escorted by an English speaking guide from arrival in Sandakan, to departure flight back to Kota Kinabalu. provided on Day 1 of the Mount Kinabalu Climb; breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided on Day 2 and breakfast on Day 3 of the climb; lunch is provided at a local restaurant during the day on the Sepilok Orang Utan Adventure. Lunch and dinner are provide on Day 1 of Wildlife Adventure; breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided on Day 2 and breakfast and lunch on Day 3. INCLUSIONS º Mount Kinabalu Climb: Private transfers, entrance fees, park permits and a certificate are included. Sepilok Orang Utan Adventure/Wildlife Adventure: Private transfers in Kota Kinabalu, return flights to Sandakan, group transfers in Sandakan and entrance fees to the Rehabilitation Centre are included. ACCOMMODATION º Is simple on both overnight tours but the experience is worth it. GROUP SIZE º Numbers vary on all tours but Kuoni prices are based on private transfers in Kota Kinabalu and group transfers eleswhere. GRATUITIES º Tipping is at your discretion. TRAVEL TIPS º For the Mount Kinabalu Climb we suggest packing a change of clothes packed in a waterproof bag, warm sweater, sturdy walking shoes, raincoat, gloves, sunblock and torch. NB º Those above 55 years of age will be required to sign an Indemnity Form before departure of the Mount Kinabalu Climb. You are advised not to wear bright clothing when visiting the Orang Utans Rehabilitation Centre. The Sepilok Orang Utan Adventure may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. Borneo Wildlife Adventure: Please note the itinerary may be operated in reverse. tailormade & upgrades These packages are ideal to add into any Borneo holiday at the start, middle or end of your beach relaxation.

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