| TOUR CODE: | ABLD-DVFC03 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 5D4N DANUM VALLEY FIELD CENTRE – NATURE LOVER EXPERIENCE (BUDGET) |
| REGION: | Danum Valley |
| DURATION: | 5 Days 4 Nights |
| MINIMUM: | 2 Pax |
| AVAILABILITY: | Pre-Book Needed |
| PICK UP POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu / Lahad Datu Airport |
| PICK UP TIME: | 08:00 - 08:15 Hrs |
| DROP OFF POINT: | Your Hotel in Lahad Datu / Lahad Datu Airport |
| DROP OFF TIME: | 13:30 - 13:45 Hrs |
Discover the ancient allure of Borneo's rainforests with a visit to the Danum Valley Conservation Area, one of the world's most biodiverse environments set in a 130-million-year-old tropical rainforest. Based at the Danum Valley Field Centre (DVFC), renowned for its pivotal research and conservation efforts, you'll have the unique opportunity to tailor your daily activities with the guidance of experienced naturalists, making each day's exploration a personalized adventure.
Your days at Danum Valley will be filled with guided treks through lush rainforest paths where you might spot rare wildlife such as orangutans, clouded leopards, pygmy elephants, and vibrant birdlife. Birdwatching enthusiasts will be thrilled by the chance to see the 7 hornbill species of Borneo, making it a perfect destination for birding and bird photography. Educational night safaris reveal the forest's nocturnal inhabitants, offering a unique perspective on the area's biodiversity.
For those seeking a tranquil dawn experience, early morning drives to Bukit Atur provide breathtaking sunrise views over the dense rainforest canopies. This tour promises nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and wildlife photographers an enriching escape into nature’s untouched beauty, providing ample opportunities to connect with the primal elements of one of the planet's most diverse ecosystems.
INFORMATION
Check-in Time: 1130hrs
Check-out Time: 1030hrs
ACCOMMODATION
SUPERIOR DELUXE
DELUXE RESTHOUSE
STANDARD RESTHOUSE
DORMITORY
MEALS SUPPLY
Malaysian home-style Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Buffets are served at the dining hall. Vegetarian options are provided upon request.
Complimentary coffee and tea are available all day at the dining hall.
GENERATOR SUPPLY (ELECTRICITY)
09:30 Hrs: Start your adventure with a convenient pick-up from your hotel lobby or Lahad Datu Airport for a 2½ hour journey to Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA), passing by diverse and ancient forest landscapes.
Register and check in at the DVCA Reception & Information Building, followed by a quick briefing from your guide.
Enjoy lunch at the dining hall while you discuss with your guide on your activities for the next few days.
Please take note that this itinerary only serves as a sample. You are encouraged to consult with your guide on tailoring your itinerary according to your interests.
Relax or take a power nap before embarking on a mid-afternoon walk around the centre where you may have the opportunity to spot wildlife like orangutan, red leaf monkeys, sambar deer, hornbills, and more.
19:00 Hrs: Dinner at the Dining Hall.
After dinner, head out for a 4x4 night safari drive as the nocturnal world comes alive in the dark. Here, you can sit back and relax while your guide scans the dark for flickering eyes.
06:00 Hrs: Early morning nature and wildlife observation walk to experience the rainforest’s ancient ecosystem.
Return to the centre for breakfast.
After breakfast, you have the option to venture out on a nature trail or spend the morning free and easy.
Spend the late morning unwinding before lunch.
After lunch, head off on another trek through the forest. There are various trails around the centre that you can explore – your nature guide will discuss this with you.
Return to the centre in the evening, just in time to watch the sunset!
After dinner, venture out on a night walk with your guide in search of nocturnal wildlife.
Immerse yourself in the 130-million-year-old rainforest with a full day of nature exploration, wildlife spotting, and bird watching.
Explore different trails around the centre or challenge yourself to a longer trail depending on your fitness level, as assessed by your guide.
Return to the centre in the late evening to freshen up and have dinner.
After dinner, embark on another night walk with your guide.
Another full day dedicated to exploring the forest with your guide, with continuous opportunities to encounter wildlife and enjoy bird watching.
Some of the trails may take you to a riverside beach along Segama River – did you know there were beaches in the rainforest?
In the evening, return to the centre to prepare for dinner.
After dinner, you may head out on your last night walk for a last chance to spot nocturnal wildlife.
Rise early for a 4x4 drive at dusk to catch the sunrise atop Bukit Atur.
Alternatively, you have the option to embark on a final morning jungle walk instead.
Return to the centre for breakfast and to pack up your belongings.
09:30 Hrs: Check out of Danum Valley Field Centre and transfer to Lahad Datu – your tour ends here.
| Meals | 04 Breakfast, 04 Lunch, and 04 Dinner |
| Accommodation | 04 Night(s) at Danum Valley Field Center (DVFC) |
| Includes | 04 Nights Accommodation, Meals As Stated, Entrances Fees, Scheduled Return Transfers (LDU—DVFC: Day 1, 0930hrs / DVFC—LDU: Day 5, 0930hrs), Overland Transfers, Conservation & Permit Fees, Guided Jungle Treks, 01 Night Drive, 01 Sunrise Drive, English-Speaking Specialist Nature Guide |
| Excludes | Flight Tickets, Porter Service, Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic Drinks, Juices, Personal Travel Insurance, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tourism Tax (TTx), 8% SST (If Applicable), Guide Tips, Any Items Not Mentioned |