Magic of the Orient

The holidays in our Orient section were previously operated by Magic of the Orient, which has now joined with its sister company Trips Worldwide.

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PROBOSCIS MONKEYS OF KINABATANGAN

Featuring: Gomantong Caves - Kinabatangan River And Sukau, Ox-bow Lakes - Jungle Walk - Sukau, Sukau - Sandakan

The Kinabatangan Estuary is the highlight of most visits to Sabah for here is a rich collection of wildlife. Including the proboscis monkeys, long-nose primates unique to Borneo. The best way to spot the wildlife is from a small boat along the river and its tributaries and also on foot around the oxbow lakes, home to freshwater fish and otters.

Day 1 - Gomantong Caves - Kinabatangan River And Sukau

Leaving Sandakan, proceed to Gomantong Caves, then continue onwards to the village of Sukau. In the afternoon, take a boat trip to cruise the river and view proboscis monkeys, birds and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Sukau River Lodge.

Accommodation options: Sukau River Lodge

Day 2 - Ox-bow Lakes - Jungle Walk - Sukau

Trek the lush riverine forest at the nearby lakes. Long-tailed and pig-tailed macaque are common and even orang-utan have been spotted. Dinner and overnight stay at Sukau River Lodge.

Accommodation options: Sukau River Lodge

Day 3 - Sukau - Sandakan

Depart River Lodge for Sandakan after breakfast to visit the Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary. Tour ends at Sandakan airport.

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