East Sabah Wildlife Adventure
East Sabah brings together rainforest, river wildlife and coastal landscapes in one compact route across Borneo. Over eight days, travel from Kota Kinabalu into the hills of Kundasang, on to the Kinabatangan River and the wildlife areas around Sandakan, before finishing on Pulau Libaran and returning to Kota Kinabalu. The trip includes village visits, time with local hosts, river cruises and stops linked to orangutan and sun bear conservation. There is also time to see the coast and to move between each area by road, boat and short flight. It is a practical way to experience the eastern side of Sabah without rushing through it.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Malaysia
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
8 days
Travel style
Small groups
Destination
Kota Kinabalu, Kundasang, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Sandakan, Pulau Libaran
Highlights
- Small-group travel in East Sabah
- River safaris on the Kinabatangan
- Orangutan and sun bear conservation visits
- Village and island experiences in Borneo
Itinerary
- 1
Kota Kinabalu
Arrival in Kota Kinabalu
Arrive in Kota Kinabalu at any time and join the group for the first meeting. - 2
Kota Belud
Kota Kinabalu to Kota Belud
Travel to Tambatuon village, meet the local community, walk to a nearby river and visit a farm before an included dinner and cooking demonstration with the host.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - 3
Sungai Kinabatangan
Kota Belud to Sungai Kinabatangan
Continue toward Sandakan and on to the jungle lodge on the Kinabatangan River. After settling in, take an evening river cruise and, if you wish, join a guided night walk.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation in hotels, a homestay, a jungle lodge and a permanent tented camp as listed
- CEO throughout and local guides
- 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- Meals and activities linked to G for Good and Foodie Moment experiences
- Private vehicle, plane, speedboat and walking transfers
- Morning and evening Kinabatangan River safaris
- Guided oxbow lake walk and wildlife spotting
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional Jungle Night Walk in Kampung Bilit
- Any items not listed in the inclusions
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
6 dates · 12 optionsImportant information
Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.