Tuesday, January 06, 2009











SABAH ECO WEST TO EAST TRAIL

Day 1    KOTA KINABALU-KINABALU PARK (L/D)
This sojourn into the heart of Sabah begins with a mountainous drive to Kinabalu Park, where a treat awaits nature enthusiasts with a guided jungle trek, visit to the mountain garden and slide show at the Park. Spend the night at the Park.

Day 2    KINABALU PARK-PORING HOT SPRINGS-SUKAU (B/L/D)
Depart for Sandakan, one of Sabah's oldest settlements, on the East Coast of Borneo. Enroute, enjoy a stopover at Poring Hot Springs for a dip in its hot sulphur baths and the thrill of a lifetime, the 41m canopy walk. Arrive at Sukau in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay at a riverine lodge.

Day 3    SUKAU (B/L/D)
Rise early for a cruise to the Ox-bow Lake and venture upon a short jungle trek to appreciate Borneo's fascinating wildlife. Take an evening cruise along the Kinabatangan river to view the playful Proboscis monkeys and other wildlife. Spent one more night with Mother Nature at the riverine lodge.

Day 4    SUKAU-GOMANTONG-SANDAKAN (B/L/D)
Return to Sandakan town, enroute at Gomantong Caves to glimpse amazing swiftlets and bats. Gomantong is renowned for its birds' nests harvest. Enjoy lunch before a tour of the historic town and an overnight stay at Sandakan.

Day 5    SANDAKAN-TURTLE ISLAND (B/L/D)
Swim up to nature, in this next adventure, on arrival at Selingan Island or as it is more popularly known, Turtle Island. Watch huge turtles come ashore to lay their eggs and help rangers release day-old hatchlings into the sea. Overnight at island.

Day 6    TURTLE ISLAND-SANDAKAN-AIRPORT (B/L)
Return to Sandakan once more and proceed to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for the morning feeding and a trek into pristine, protected jungles. Lunch prior to a return flight to Kota Kinabalu or onward flight.

Include: Land and sea arrangements, meals as specified, accommodation (twin-sharing), entrance fees.

9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS SABAH HERITAGE TRAIL

Featuring: Kota Kinabalu City, Tenom Orchid & Agricultural Park, Murut Cultural Village, Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Springs, Sabah Tea House, Lower Kinabatangan River, Gomantong Caves, Sepilok Orang Utan, Sandakan Town and Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

Day 1    KOTA KINABALU-CITY (D)
On arrival in Kota Kinabalu you will be met at the airport and transferred to your Hotel. 1400 hrs. Time to explore this picturesque capital city in a 3 hours tour. Visit the State Museum and Heritage Village with photo stops at the Sabah State Mosque, Sabah Foundation Building, bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill and a brief stop at a handicraft market. Dinner at floating restaurant with a cultural performance. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2    BEAUFORT-TENOM-ORCHID & AGRICULTURAL PARK (B/L/D)
Enjoy a scenic 2 hours drive through rice fields and rubber plantations to Beaufort. From Beaufort catch the local train for an amazing journey running parallel along the Padas Gorge to the town of Tenom. You will be able to see up close the Crocker Range on both sides with the mighty Padas River roaring down the valleys. Upon arrival at Tenom, proceed to Lagud Sebrang, an Agriculture Research Centre famous for its Wild Orchid collections, numerous tropical plantations from fruits to vegetables to more commercial crops like tobacco, coffee, etc. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3    COFFEE FACTORY-MURUT CULTURAL VILLAGE-KINABALU PARK (B/L/D)
The day starts with a visit to the famous Yit Foh Coffee Power Factory which produces a perfect blend of the finest roasted Robusta and see how coffee is produced the traditional way. Time to depart from Tenom and cross over to Kinabalu Park using the Ranau by-pass. Enroute stop a Murut Cultural Village. Discover the legacy of the unique Murut culture. Overnight at Kinabalu Park - Cabin or similar

Day 4    KINABALU PARK-PORING HOT SPRINGS-AGRO NURSERY (B/L/D)
Visit the Kundasang Vegetable markets and catch the best sight of Mt. Kinabalu, Malaysia's highest mountain. Visit the Mt. Garden to learn more about the flora and fauna and Agro Nursery. Proceed to Poring Hot Springs where visitors have the opportunity to dip into an invigorating hot sulphur open tubs and take the 41m high canopy walk which offers a spectacular view of the Borneo Rainforest. Overnight at Kinabalu Park - Cabin or similar.

Day 5    SABAH TEA-SUKAU VILLAGE-LOWER KINABATANGAN RIVER (B/LD)
Our day begins with a visit to the Sabah Tea Plantation and see how green tea is processed. This is the first organic tea in South East Asia certified by the Tea World Association. After lunch, travel for 4 hours drive through the rubber and oil palm plantations to Sukau Village. Upon arrival, time to relax with coffee / tea and light refreshment. Embark on a evening cruise for 2 hours slow river cruise in search of the Proboscis Monkeys and other wildlife. Overnight at River Cabin.

Day 6    GOMANTONG CAVE-SANDAKAN-AGNES KEITH TEA HOUSE (B/L/D)
Visit the Gomantong caves famed for its edible bird's nest. Proceed to Sandakan Town. Lunch followed by a short city tour of Sandakan covering the Sandakan Market, Water village, Chinese Temple and Agnes Keith Tea House. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7    SEPILOK ORANG UTAN-KOTA KINABALU (B/L/D)
Visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary where you can witness the feeding of the young Orang Utans before transferring to Sandakan Airport for your flight back to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival at Kota Kinabalu, transfer to your hotel. Free for the day. Dinner on your own arrangement. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8    TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN MARINE PARK (B/L)
The day is yours to enjoy at leisure and just relax and unwind on a sun drenched white sandy beach on one of the five Islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Swim in warm, azure waters and snorkel amidst a myriad of tropical fishes or explore the rich coral reefs on the island's fringes. A sumptuous barbecue lunch is offered. Dinner on your own arrangement. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9    KOTA KINABALU-AIRPORT (B)
This morning you are free to relax until your departure. "Selamat Jalan" as you transfer to the Kota Kinabalu International Airport at the end of this unique and memorable tour.

Includes: Transfers, Guided Tour, Meals and Accommodation as specified above.