4D3N Borneo Rainforest & River Safari: Labuk Bay, Sepilok Orangutan, Kinabatangan, and Sukau Rainforest Lodge Print

• Observe the unique Proboscis Monkeys and elusive Silver Leaf Langurs at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
• Encounter endangered orangutans up close and witness the rehabilitation efforts being carried out at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
• Enjoy scenic cruises along Kinabatangan River to spot exotic wildlife, including pygmy elephants and various bird species
• Stay at the award-winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge with guided nature walks and evening wildlife observation cruises
• Experience Borneo’s diverse ecosystems, with opportunities to photograph rare and endangered species

Discover the wonders of Borneo on this immersive wildlife and nature tour that takes you deep into the heart of Sabah’s most iconic natural habitats in Sandakan and Kinabatangan. Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, this tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to observe Borneo's unique and diverse fauna in their natural settings. From the amusing Proboscis Monkeys at Labuk Bay to the endangered orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, you'll witness some of the most remarkable species that call Borneo home. 

Explore the rich biodiversity of the Kinabatangan River, where you'll embark on scenic river cruises to spot exotic wildlife such as pygmy elephants, various bird species, and other rare animals. Your stay at the award-winning Sukau Rainforest Lodge will be complemented by guided nature walks and evening cruises, allowing you to fully experience the lush surroundings and vibrant wildlife. This tour also offers cultural insights, a visit to the Rainforest Discovery Centre, and plenty of opportunities for photography, making it a comprehensive Borneo eco-tour. 

Book now to experience Borneo’s extraordinary wildlife, pristine rainforests, and captivating landscapes on a journey that blends adventure with comfort. This tour is ideal for travellers seeking an authentic and enriching experience in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.

Sukau Rainforest Lodge is a 20-room, multi-award-winning retreat, recently recognized by National Geographic as one of the Unique Lodges of the World. Among its accolades, it was named Best Nature Lodge in Sabah by Sabah Tourism in 2013/2014, listed as one of the top 50 jungle lodges in the world by National Geographic Adventure magazine in 2009, and honored as Asia's Leading Green Hotel at the 17th World Travel Awards in 2010.

Built in 1995 in traditional Malaysian architecture using several Borneo hardwood species, it went through a major RM2 million renovation in 2010. It is built on stilts with a bar lounge, gift shop, plunge pool, Gomantong Hall meeting place, education centre, Hornbill Boardwalk, three open decks for wildlife viewing, an enclosed garden, a riverside Melapi restaurant, open sun-deck, river jetty. All rooms have attached bathroom and shower water is supplied through rainwater harvesting and hot water by solar heaters. Air is cooled by cross ventilation air currents, ceiling fan and since July 2016 energy saving inverter air-conditioning. Lighting is supplemented by oil lamps using recycled cooking oil. River tours are conducted by boats powered by electric motors and eco-friendly outboard engines.

The Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary which covers an area of 26,800 hectares, forms part of the Kinabatangan region which is the largest floodplain the Malaysia covering a total of 23% of the land area of Sabah or 16,800 sq.km. Gazetted in 2005 as a gift to the Earth, it has a diverse ecosystem from coastal mangrove swamp, to riparian, freshwater and dipterocarp and oxbow vegetation teaming with wildlife supporting ten species of primates including more than 1,000 orang utans, proboscis monkeys, more than 300 Borneo pygmy elephants, 50 species of mammals, 20 species of reptiles and over 1,026 species of plants. Birdlife is especially rich here (over 325 species have been sighted in the area) including eight species of hornbills, kingfishers, darters, owls, kites, eagles, broadbills, doves, storm storks, herons, hawks, ospreys, falcon, pheasants, parakeets, bee eaters, woodpeckers, pittas, bulbuls, forktails, babblers, warblers, flycatchers, orioles, flowerpeckers, spiderhunters, among others.