Kuala Lumpur & Borneo Adventure

A two-night stay in Kuala Lumpur offers a perfect introduction to Malaysia's vibrant culture and modernity, with opportunities to explore iconic landmarks like the Petronas Twin Towers and experience the city's bustling markets and diverse culinary scene. From there, journey to Sandakan for an immersive wildlife adventure. A visit to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre allows you to witness the rehabilitation of these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, while the nearby Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the world's smallest bears. The Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary offers a unique chance to observe the endemic and fascinating proboscis monkeys up close. Conclude your trip in Kota Kinabalu, where you can relax on pristine beaches, explore local markets, and enjoy the stunning sunsets over the South China Sea, rounding off a truly unforgettable Malaysian experience

Itinerary

Day 1 Heathrow
Depart London Heathrow at 21.35 hrs 

Day 2 KLIA / Kuala Lumpur
Arrive Kuala Lumpur at 17.50 hrs
Upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport , you will be met by our representative at the arrival hall, onwards transfer to your hotel for check-in, rest & relax.
Overnight at Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur

Day 3 Kuala Lumpur (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
The day is free for you to explore the city on your own.
Overnight at Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur

Day 4 Kuala Lumpur / Sandakan / Sepilok (Breakfast & Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel
Check-out and transfer to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for departure flight to Sandakan
Depart Kuala Lumpur at 10.25 hrs arrive Sandakan at 13.25 hrs
You will be met upon arrival at Sandakan Airport, transfer to hotel for check-in, rest & relax.
By 1800hrs, be ready at “The Flying Squirrel” platform to witness these amazing creatures in action. After dinner,
proceed for Guided Night Walk at our nature board walk going up and down structure next to the Sepilok Protected
Forest Reserve.
Overnight at MY Nature Resort

Day 5 Sepilok (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel
Proceed to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center, observe man’s closest relative “the Orang Utan” being rehabilitated to become wild in their natural habitat and experience a walk in the Tropical Lowland Dipterocarp Forest of Borneo. Witness the feeding of Orang Utan at 1000hrs at the feeding platform and proceed to the OrangUtan Nursery. Later, continue to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, the Centre that managed to improve the living condition of the rescued sun bear and released their natural behaviors in the 2.5ha enclosed forest.
After lunch, proceed to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. 1600hrs, proceed to Rainforest Discovery Centre. Walk to the orchid garden & plants and to the Canopy Walkway, one of the most unique canopy walks/sky walks.,a chance to catch a glimpse of the wildlife that have made the virgin rainforest their home, 1730hrs back to resort before night fall.
Overnight at MY Nature Resort

Day 6 Sepilok / Poring Hot Spring / Kinabalu Park (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Breakfast at hotel
Check-out from hotel and depart for an approx. 4hrs overland journey to Poring Hot Springs. After lunch, a must visit is the Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed. Experience the height of 41 metres above the ground and length of 157 metres. There are a total of 2 canopy bridges specifically allotted for local visitors and tourists to experience the height of approximately 12-storey building!
Visit the next attraction, Butterfly Farm, where it features a garden, nursery and hatchery foreducation, research and preservation purposes. After which, you may just take a dip in the open air Japanese styled bathtub which the natural hot sulphuric minerals is believed to have therapeutic effects to soak away the sores and aches of your muscles. After a relaxing soak, transfer to Kinabalu Park and check into a mountain resort. You are free to explore the resort at leisure.
Overnight at Kinabalu Park Cabin ( or similar)

Day 7 Kinabalu Park / Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast & Lunch)
Wake up as early as 0600 hours to catch the sunrise. Appreciate the imposing beauty of Mount Kinabalu before your very eyes as it is slowly surrounded by the clouds. After breakfast, enjoy the refreshing and cooling air as you proceed for an educational walk along the nature trails in the Botanical Garden. Kinabalu Park boasts an estimate of 4,500 species of plants which include 1,500 species of orchids, 77 of which are endemic to Kinabalu. The park also supports 289 species of birds and 290 different types of butterflies. Visit the Mountain Garden and Exhibition Hall.
You can have the option to explore the trails around Kinabalu Park.
After lunch, take a scenic 2 hours’ drive to Kota Kinabalu passing by villages and paddy fields along mountainous roads that wind along the Crocker range.
Overnight at Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort

Day 8 Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
Days are free for you to enjoy the sun, sea & sand.
Overnight at Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort

Day 9 Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
Days are free for you to enjoy the sun, sea & sand.
Overnight at Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort

Day 10 Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
Days are free for you to enjoy the sun, sea & sand.
Overnight at Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort

Day 11 Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
Days are free for you to enjoy the sun, sea & sand.
Overnight at Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort

Day 12 Kota Kinabalu (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel
Check-out from hotel by 1200hrs, transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your departure flight home
Depart Kota Kinabalu at 17.45 hrs arrive Kuala Lumpur at 20.25 hrs
Depart Kuala Lumpur at 23.30 hrs arrive London Heathrow at 05.55 hrs (next day)