Paradise for wildlife lovers can be found in Tabin Wildlife Reserve…and our Sabah Travel Centre guests have the chance to visit on a value-for-money promotion too!
Ornithologists will find this promotion most hard to resist, as the reserve is not only home to 3 of Sabah’s largest endemic mammals (Borneo pygmy elephant, Sumatran rhino and tembadau (wild cattle), but also hundreds of bird species!
This is a great weekend getaway-type package as it is a 3D2N itinerary, to include guided activities, accommodation and meals for visitors’ convenience; our Sabah Travel Centre ‘go the extra mile’ to suggest those flights so guests don’t miss their pick up in Lahad Datu – and guests should also expect special treatment from our travel experts’ courtesy calls throughout their trip!
3D/2N Tabin Wildlife Safari
Twin Share: RM 750.00 per person*
Triple Share: RM 600.00 per person**
*Based on minimum 2 persons booking.
**Based on minimum 3 persons booking.
Extension Night: RM 180.00 per person per night
Note:
Rates are valid for travel until 31st December 2015 and inclusive of 6% Government Goods and Service Tax.
Based on minimum 2 persons booking.
Applicable for Malaysian Only.
Child (below 11years old) who stays in the same room with 2 Adults enjoys 50% Discount.
Package Includes:
• 3Days 2Nights Full Board package
• Accommodation based on Standard Room
• Return scheduled & shared road transfers (Lahad Datu/Tabin Wildlife Reserve/Lahad Datu)
• Entrance Permit
• Guided Activities
• Meals as mentioned in itinerary
Package Excludes:
• International & Domestic Flights
• Travel Insurance
• Alcoholic & Carbonated Beverages
• Personal Expenses
• Items not mentioned
Itinerary
Day 1:
You will be picked up in the east coast town of Lahad Datu and transferred by road to Tabin Wildlife Reserve. Check into an attractive timber lodge at Tabin Wildlife Resort, which comes complete with private balcony, air conditioner, ceiling fan and hot water shower, a welcome luxury in the forest. Nestled within the rainforest beside the Lipad River, this lovely setting is home to a surprising variety of birds, insects and small mammals, even right beside the buildings of the resort. Discover the rich variety of jungle herbs, some endemic, used for generations by local folks for the treatment of various ailments.
Visit to Trogon Hall gallery for information about the conservation of Tabin Wildlife Reserve and briefing on birds, insects and animals that is found in this area. (For guest check in before 11:00am)
In the afternoon, visit the active Lipad mud volcano, which provides a mineral salt lick for wildlife. After trekking through the rainforest for 20 minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano, which is frequented by wildlife and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. The adventurous can try the effects of the volcanic mud, said to be responsible for a fine complexion.
After dinner, enjoy a CD/Slide presentation on Tabin’s natural wonders, followed by a night safari to look out for wildlife and birds. Remember to look up at the clear, dark sky of Tabin, identify the constellations above you and make a wish or two.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner included
Day 2:
Join the early morning bird walk to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species. After breakfast, a drive to the core area for animal’s spotting and for photo session before trekking through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax.
In the evening, a dusk drive to look out for more nocturnal wildlife & birds coming out to look for food during this time of the day.
After dinner, go for a night walk along the trail nearby the resort in search of sleeping birds, frog and nocturnal wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 3:
After breakfast, free and easy until check out.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included
Note: Activities are subject to weather condition/departure time, and may be rescheduled to best meet operational situation.
Scheduled transfer:
Lahad Datu – Tabin: 8:00am & 12:00pm
Tabin – Lahad Datu: 1:30pm (Arrive LDU 3:00pm)
Note: Unscheduled transfer will have additional charges RM110.00 per person per way.
Recommended Flights:
BKI-LDU MH3010 / ETD 6:20am /ETA 7:15am
LDU-BKI MH3019 / ETD 4:00pm /ETA 4:55pm