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Packages Malaysia

MALAYSIA FLY DRIVE EXPLORERS
The Freedom Of the Open Road / 7-16 days packages available

 
Kuala Lumphur

Experience the sights, sounds, and culinary delights of the Nations capital

3 Days/ 2 Nights from $149

 

 

Sabah Packages

Kinabalu Park / Poring Hot Springs

2D/1N from $463

 

Mt Kinabalu Summit Climb   

2 D/1 N from $509

 

Lost World Of The Maliau Basin 

5D/4N from $1921

 

Reef Dive Resort Mataking Island

3D/2N POA

 

Kudat Rungus Longhouse

2D/1N from $370

 

Sandakan Natural Heritage

2D/1N from $361

 

Turtle Island & Orangutans

2D/1N from $380

 

Orangutan & Kinabatangan Wildlife Safari

3D/2N from $593

 

Sandakan Wildlife Eco Experience

3D/2N from $685

 

Taman Negara

Mother Nature's Garden
Spread out over 4,343 sq. km. of the formidable Titiwangsa Mountain Range is Taman Negara - One of the world's oldest tropical rainforest. A sanctuary to hundreds of species of birds, butterflies, insects, fish and plants. Home to Malaysia's friendly aborigines, the Orang Asli. A shy yet gentle race, they continue to live the nomadic way they've lived for centuries although fully aware of the country's fast-paced progress.
Discover the living treasures Mother Nature has to offer. Whether it's shooting thrilling rapids, exploring spectacular caves, tackling a 20-pound fish, scaling up Peninsular Malaysia's highest mountain, trekking through dense, tricky forest pathways or swimming in crystal clear pools, this National Park is a natural paradise.

An adventure of a lifetime awaits you here.

 

Explorer Package

3D/2N from $262

4D/3N from $424

 

Discovery Package

3D/2N from $288

4D/3N from $454

 

Educational Package

3D/2N from $153

4D/3N from $246

 

Langkawi

Rebak Island Resort� A Taj Hotel - 4 days/ 3 nights from $1286

3 day packages from $261

 

Penang

 3 day packages from $244

 

Sarawak

 
Enchanting Kuching

3D/2N from $232

 

Kuching Explorer

4D/3N from $357

 

Kuching & Serikin

3D/2N from $255

 

Kuching City

5D/4N from $482

 

Kuching & Batang Ai Experience

8D/7N from $1109

 

Kuching Longhouse Experience

7D/6N from $857

 

Gunung Mulu National Park is a Unesco World Heritage Site that encompasses incredible caves & karst formations in a mountainous equatorial rainforest setting.

 

Mulu 4 Show Caves

3D/2N from $267

 

Mulu Pinnacles

3D/2N from $445

 

Mulu Caves & Pinnacles

4D/3N from $526

 

Miri & Mulu Caves

4D/3N from $341

 

Beauty of Mulu

7D/6N from $929
 

Armchair Sarawak

14 Days from $2238

The Armchair concept of travel allows you to visit exotic places in

�Comfort and Style�

With Sarawak being a destination of culture and natural beauty you can experience this staying at outstanding accommodation and be personaly guided to some of the most remarkable place this destination has to offer.

 

10 DAYS LANGKAWI & PENANG ESCAPADE

From $1310 per person twin share ex Langkawi 

 

 

Day 1 Langkawi

Meet upon arrival at Langkawi International Airport and transfer to Hotel. 

Overnight in Langkawi

Day 2 Highlights of Langkawi (B)

Breakfast. Go for Highlights of Langkawi tour. A cable car ride to one of the highest mountain in Langkawi, a magnificent cultural craft complex and Eagle Square, the proud landmark of Langkawi. An option to shop at Kuah Town and venture your way back to your Resort. 15-minute glide through virgin rainforest and waterfall to the peak of Gunung Mat Chincang. Feel on top of the World - breathe in the cool air as your eyes sweep the dramatic "bird-eye" scene of Langkawi Islands and more. At complex Kraf Budaya, a magnificient complex nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea, visitors are offered a wide range of Malaysian handicraft such as delicate hand drawn batik and intricately carved silverware.

Enrounte pass scenic paddy fields with groups of buffaloes resting in their muddy ponds. Quaint Malay Kampungs (villages) are scattered all over the Island, giving you a true insight into the architectural design of genuine Malay homes.

At the eagle Square, see the magnificent Eagle Sculpture erected on a pedestal overlooking the sea. The huge monument costing over 2 million ringgit is a tribute to the Island, which is named after brown eagle.

Kuah Town is a bustling shopping center. There are shopping complexes for fixed priced items and street stalls to browse, haggle and buy your best bargains.

Day 3 Coral Island Escapade (B / L)

Breakfast. Go for Pulau Payar Marine Park ( 8 Hrs tour only )

An underwater haven for your diving and snorkeling pleasure. An ideal spot for underwater activities in this region. Sail on a catamaran that will take you to Pulau Payar, West Malaysia's only Marine Park and discover the beautiful marine lives and corals. Apart from engaging in snorkeling and scuba diving activities, there is an underwater observatory chamber for you to catch a glimpse of the wonders of the deep. Pamper your eyes to a varied collection of aquatic creatures, colourful fishes and exotic corals. For the less adventurous, take a ride in a glass- bottom boat and peek down to see the underwater creatures without getting wet. For the diving enthusiast, gears are available for hire. However you must have a diving certificate. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch served at the platform, amidst tropical tranquility. Payar Island has been gazetted as a Marine Park to protect this wonderful creation. There are a number of do's and don'ts that you must observe. Overnight in Penang.

Please note that the Marine Park excursion is subject to sea and wind conditions.

Day 4 Langkawi (B)

Breakfast. Free for Optional tour.

Overnight in Penang.

Day 5 Langkawi / Penang (B)

Breakfast. Transfer to Langkawi International Airport for your flight to Penang.

Meet on arrival at Penang International Aiport and transfer to hotel.

Overnight in Penang.

Day 6 Penang (B)

Breakfast. Go for Circle the Island tour.

Penang or Pulau Pinang means "Island of Betelnut Palms" - was once a pirates' hideout. It came under the British control in 1786. History has it that Francis Light fired gold coins into the air and the people around scrambled to recover them - thus clearing the area for settlement. Born as a crossroads for traders from Arabs to Europe, India to China and nearby islanders, Penang is today a mini Asia in a nutshell ! The island still retains its natural charm with quiet sunkissed beaches along the famed Batu Ferringhi district, tranquil fishing villages at Teluk Bahang (Bay of Reflected Light), the Batik Factory (a local cottage industry), laid back villages (Kampung) interspersed, with rice (Padi) fields; Snake Temple or the Temple of Azure Cloud, where poisonous Wagler's pit vipers languish on the altars. Enroute linger awhile at OE Design. On a guided factory tour, you will see, skilled craftsmen working on intricate pieces of jewellery in platinum 950 and 18k gold set with diamonds and other precious gems. Overnight in Penang.

Day 7 Penang (B/D)

Breakfast. Go for Georgetown After Dusk tour.

Nightlife - Penang Style! See Penang by night at a leisurely pace. Stop for dinner at a local eatery. After Dinner, we will take you to the Eastern & Oriental Hotel. The oldest foreign hotel in Penang, built in 1885. You may choose to enjoy an E&O sling at your own expense. Outside, a trishaw waits to take you on a slow ride through the colourful streets of Georgetown as we head for Chew Jetty. This "three wheel rickshaw", unique to this part of the world is locally known as the "King of the Road". Get your camera ready for some beautiful shots as the ferry leaves the terminal. The Penang Bridge comes into full view on a clear day. Return to your transport for the journey back to the hotel. Overnight in Penang

Day 8 Penang (B)

Breakfast. Day at Leisure.

Day 9 Penang (B)

Breakfast.

Day 10 Penang / Home (B)

Breakfast. Transfer to Penang Airport to your departure flight home.

 

 

CAMERON HIGHLANDS PACKAGE 

 3 Days / 2 Nights Cameron Highlands Package

 $799 AUD per person twin share private tour

Ex-Penang / End-Kuala Lumpur - PACKAGE A



Day 01 PENANG/CAMERON HIGHLANDS (283 km) (L)

8:30 am Leave Penang by ferry or Penang Bridge to the mainland. From Butterworth, we will proceed south to the Perak State and journey through Simpang Pulai. Arrive Cameron Highlands for lunch. Then check-in at your hotel. Your driver/guide will take you on a tour of Cameron Highlands covering Rose Garden, tea plantation and vegetable farms (entrance fees own account). Rest of the evening is free to just revive by the fresh cool air. A light sweater is recommended on cool evenings.


Day 02 CAMERON HIGHLANDS (B)

Free day at leisure.


Day 03 CAMERON HIGHLANDS / KUALA LUMPUR (205 km) (B)

Have a hearty breakfast at leisure in the hotel.

12:00 noon Check out of the hotel and descend the winding road to Tapah to continue journey south to Kuala Lumpur. Along the way, passing gurgling jungle streams, visit to a bamboo basket weaving craft, meet aborigines on their hunting trip armed with blowpipes, stop at Iskandar waterfalls. Your driver/guide bid you fond farewell after drop off in Kuala Lumpur hotel in the late afternoon.


Note: A similar package for Pick-up from PEN, drop-off PEN is also available at the same price & inclusions.

 

TAMAN NEGARA PACKAGES

4 Days / 3 Nights Taman Negara 

from $731 per person twin share Seat in coach

NB: A similar 3Day/2 night Packages is available for $500 pptssic

Day 01 (D)

0815 hrs Registration for transfer at Waiting Area, Lower Lobby of Hotel Istana

0830 hrs Depart from Hotel Istana to Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel

0845 hrs Registration for transfer at Waiting Area, Lower Lobby of Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel

0900 hrs Depart Kuala Lumpur by coach or van

1200 hrs Expected arrival at Kuala Tembeling Jetty. Lunch on personal account

1300 hrs Journey begins on an out-board powered, canopied long boat for the 60km river cruise up the Tembeling River passing through the rubber plantations and Malay villages before arriving at Taman Negara's Headquarters at Kuala Tahan.

1530 hrs ETA at the resort and check-in.

1900 hrs Dinner at Seri Mutiara Restaurant.

2030 hrs After dinner, assemble for an audio-visual presentation at the Interpretive Centre for a 1/2 hour to 45 minutes introduction of the park put on by the Park Rangers. Then, go for a guided night jungle walk which is an experience that you will never forget. You will be enthralled by the sights and sounds of the rain forest

Day 02 (B, L, D)

0930 hrs After a hearty breakfast at Seri Mutiara Restaurant, commence your exciting journey with a visit to the "Canopy Walk". Walk along 500 meters of walkway strung up 30 meters above ground level. The view from here is sight for weary eyes. Continue the trip with a trek to the Teresek Hill. Lunch at Seri Mutiara Restaurant

1430 hrs Board the longboat for the trip to the beautiful cascading waterfalls of Lata Berkoh. Swim in the clear waters of the fall and enjoy the best nature has to offer. The journey back is a wonderful experience as you drift downstream with the usage of the motors.

1900 hrs Dinner at Seri Mutiara Restaurant.

Day 03 (B, L, D)

0930 hrs After breakfast at Seri Mutiara Restaurant, board the longboat for the trip to the Ear Cave or as the locals call it, 'Gua Telinga'. This is only for the adventurous as you will have to crawl through tight spaces avoiding bats and an occasional snakes, the Cave Racer which feeds on the bats.

1300 hrs Lunch at Seri Mutiara Restaurant.

1430 hrs Proceed for Rapids Shooting at Kuala Trenggan

1900 hrs Dinner at Seri Mutiara Restaurant

Day 04 (B)

0730 hrs Breakfast at Seri Mutiara Restaurant.

0830 hrs Check-out and depart Mutiara Taman Negara for return boat trip.

1100 hrs Expected arrival at Kuala Tembeling Jetty. Lunch on personal account.

1230 hrs Depart by bus from Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Lumpur

1600 hrs ETA Kuala Lumpur. Drop off at Crowne Plaza Mutiara and Hotel Istana

 

BORNEO

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS A1TG BORNEO HIGHLIGHTS

from $2318 per person twin share ex KL

Day 01 Kuala Lumpur / Kota Kinabalu

Leave Kuala Lumpur by Malaysian Airlines flight for Kota Kinabalu. Arrived into Kota Kinabalu airport and transfer to Sutera Harbour Resort (Magellan Sutera)

Day 02 Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu Park Tour (Lunch)

Kinabalu Park 1,623m above sea level comprising of an area of 754 sq km is home to Mount Kinabalu 4,101m high. It is 88km and 2 hours drive from Kota Kinabalu. It is a botanists paradise, home to over a 1000 species of orchids, 300 species of birds, 26 species of rhododendrons, ferns, pitcher plants and others. Take a jungle trail through the tropical mountain forest and after lunch proceed to Poring. The vegetation here is tropical lowland rain forest and quite different from that at the Park HQ. Return to Kota Kinabalu in the later evening

Day 03 Kota Kinabalu

Free day at leisure

Day 04 Kota Kinabalu / Kuching

The East Malaysian state of Sarawak, on the northwest coast of Borneo, has an intriguing past legendary "Land of the Hornbill" and of Headhunters. On arrival into Kuching via MH 0637 ETA: 1025 hrs, transfer to Holiday Inn Kuching for check-in.

At 1400 hrs - City Tour of Kuching covering the Sarawak Museum, Malay Village and Fort Margherita. Return to hotel by 1700 hrs.

Day 05 Kuching / Lemanak River Safari (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

A fascinating insight into traditional Sarawak culture and lifestyle. A 225 km car/coach journey takes you through lush green countryside dotted with padi fields, pepper gardens and rubber plantations, and flanked by rugged jungle-clad mountains. Along the way, stop off at the Serian farmer's market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Stop for lunch at a roadside bazaar deep in Iban country. Arrive at Lemanak jetty mid-afternoon for a longboat ride up the Lemanak River, passing through typical Borneo countryside with an ancient longhouse tucked behind almost every bend in the river. Arrive at the Longhouse and visit the "entire village under one roof." Dinner, featuring delicious fresh jungle produce, is served in the simple guest-house. After dinner, return to the longhouse for an evening's entertainment, including traditional dancing, music, games and a glass or two of tuak (rice wine) with the longhouse chief. The Iban are a fun-loving people, and visitors are expected to join in! Overnight in the guest house.

Day 06 Lemanak River / Damai Beach Kuching (Breakfast & Lunch)

After breakfast, enjoy a blowpipe demonstration and try shooting one yourself. Then take a short walk through the forest accompanied by traditionally-clad Iban trackers, and learn about the traditional uses of rainforest plants in Iban culture. Depart for Kuching via the same route. Lunch is served en-route.

Day 07 Damai Beach Kuching

A day at leisure to enjoy the beach activities

Day 08 End of Tour

Depart Kuching for flight home

 

SABAH


3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS SABAH SEA FISHING



ITINERARY


Day 1 Kuala Lumpur / Kota Kinabalu (No Meal)

Upon arrival to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative at the arrival hall. Transfer to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight.


Day 2 Full Day Fishing (B/L)
Early morning breakfast, pick up at hotel lobby and proceed to Sutera Harbour Jetty.


40 FOOTER CATAMARAN - FULL DAY FISHING

Fishing Venue : Deep Sea Fishing around Kota Kinabalu City Area

Duration : 6.00am to 6.00pm (12 Hours)

       Includes as follows:-

- Professional Fishing Guide

- Rods & Reels

- Tackles, Baits,

- Ice & Cold Drinking Water

- Lunch Onboard


Upon returning to jetty, transfer back to The Pacific Sutera Resort.


Day 3 Kota Kinabalu / Kuala Lumpur (B)
After Breakfast, check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your connecting flight back home.


Cost from $1386 AUD per person twin share


Package Includes :-

  • 02 nights accommodation at 4-Star The Pacific Sutera Resort (Deluxe Golf View)

  • All airport transfers on SIC basis

  • Tours as described in the itinerary with English Speaking guide

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary


6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS SABAH RAINFOREST TREK

ITINERARY


Day 1 Kuala Lumpur / Kota Kinabalu (No Meal)

Upon arrival to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative at the arrival hall. Transfer to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight.


Day 2 Full Day Trekking (B/L)

After breakfast, pick up from city hotel and proceed into the foothills of the Crocker Range which lies a remote village called Kampung Kimpanong. Trek past other native villages, padi fields and farms before entering the jungle. Hear to sound of the tropical rainforest and keep a look out for the tiny wild orchids clinging on the trees and flowers of wild gingers bloom on the bed of the forest. Continue passing through small rivers and streams before adjourn to picnic lunch by the riverside. After lunch, continue trekking through the hidden valley before reaching the lodge. Free at leisure and enjoy some local coffee before driving back to The Pacific Sutera Resort.


Day 3 Conquering Mt. Kinabalu (B/L/D)
After a long day of trekking up and down the terrains, it is time to conquer the majestic Mt. Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, standing at 4,095 metres (13,432 ft) high. Meet at the hotel lobby then transfer to Kinabalu Park Headquarters for registration. Once registration is completed, start off on the summit trail at the Power Station and overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse


Day 4 Conquering Mt. Kinabalu Continue (B/L)
Wake up call at 0200hrs in the morning to continue the climb up to the summit and catch the sunrise on top of Mt. Kinabalu (weather permit). As the dawn breaks up, at 4,095.2 m you can almost see all of Sabah as the sunlight gradually but slowly creeps out of the horizon. Trek down to Laban Rata for breakfast then continue your descend to Power Station. Pick up to Park HQ and back to The Pacific Sutera Resort in Kota Kinabalu.


Day 5 Kiulu River Gred 1-2 (B/L)

Pick up at the hotel lobby and transfer by land about 2 hours (10km) passing through scenic countryside offering views of paddy fields and villages brings you to the Northbound of the Kiulu Valley. After arrival, a brief presentation by the river guide(s) for about 10-15 minutes on safety procedures, the river, various rapids and rafting preparation. After briefing, gear up, helmets on, life ackets and collects your paddle. Start rafting down the Kiulu River for about 1 1/2 hours.


At Check Point, change to dry clothes and enjoy a sumptuous BBQ lunch by the Kiulu river before returning back to The Pacific Sutera Resort by mid afternoon.


Day 6 Kota Kinabalu / Kuala Lumpur (B)
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your connecting flight back home.


Cost from $1087 AUD per person twin Share


Package Includes :-

  • 04 nights accommodation at 4-Star The Pacific Sutera Resort (Deluxe Golf View)

  • 01 night accommodation at Laban Rata Resthouse, Mount Kinabalu

  • All airport transfers on SIC basis

  • Tours as described in the itinerary with English Speaking guide

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary



7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS SABAH TREKKING

ITINERARY


Day 1 Kuala Lumpur / Koa Kinabalu (No Meal)

Upon arrival to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative at the arrival hall. Transfer to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight.


Day 2 Trekking at Crocker Range terrain (B/L/D)

After breakfast meet and greet by our local tour guide at the hotel lobby and proceed to Inobong sub-stations by land for Crocker Range National Park, the largest National Park in Sabah, Malaysia covering about 139,919 hectares (almost 1,400 square km). The trek starts off towards Terian, a village located outside the National Park area and takes around 7 hours to arrive on the village. Overnight at Terian Village.

Day 3 Trekking at Crocker Range Continue (B/L/D)
Breakfast early in the morning and depart from Terian for next destination campsite. The height will start at 325m the max height 550m. We will be passing through a village called (Buayan) and enjoy the thrill of crossing rivers a few times. Trekking time depends on the campsite that we going to use the most are around 5 hours.


Day 4 Trekking at Crocker range Continue (B/L/D)
After breakfast continue trekking from the campsite towards flowing rivers and passing villages. One of the villages is called Kg. Kionab, located inside the National Park boundary. The village has only 8 families staying around the area and their home are located far apart around 20 minutes between each other. Camp by the riverside. Trekking around 4-5 hours.


Day 5 Trekking at Crocker Range continue (B/L)
Start early in the morning on the final day of trekking where we will scale the ridges to Kg Tikolod. The highest point is at 1255m and down to 950m to the last checkpoint. Trekking takes around 7 hours to checkpoint. Upon arrival at checkpoint, pick up and transfer back to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight


Day 6 Kiulu River Gred 1-2 (B/L)

Pick up from hotel lobby and transfer for about 2 hours (10km) passing through scenic countryside offering views of paddy fields and villages brings you to the Northbound of the Kiulu Valley. After arrival, a brief presentation by the river guide(s) for about 10-15 minutes on safety procedures, the river, various rapids and rafting preparation. After briefing, gear up, helmets on, life jackets and collects your paddle. Start rafting down the Kiulu river for about 1 1/2 hours.


At Check Point, change to dry clothes and enjoy a sumptuous BBQ lunch by the Kiulu river before returning back to The Pacific Sutera Resort by mid afternoon.


Day 7 Kota Kinabalu / Kuala Lumpur (B)
After Breakfast, check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your connecting flight back home.



Cost from $1091 AUD per person twin share

Package Includes :-

  • 03 nights accommodation at 4-Star The Pacific Sutera Resort (Deluxe Golf View)

  • 03 nights at Crocker Range Campsite

  • All airport transfers on SIC basis

  • Tours as described in the itinerary with English Speaking guide

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary


8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS SABAH LOST WORLD

ITINERARY


Day 1 Kuala Lumpur / Kota Kinabalu (No Meal)

Upon arrival to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative at the arrival hall. Transfer to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight.


Day 2 Depart commence (B/L/D)

After breakfast, pick up from The Pacific Sutera Hotel and depart Kota Kinabalu for Agathis Camp by land 4 x 4 wheel drive. The journey takes through a scene of Sabah native villages and their lifestyle. Lunch stop at the District of Keningau before proceed to Maliau basin Field Center passing through the District of Nabawan, Sook and Sepulut. The journey takes about 5-8 hours depend on the road conditions. Overnight at Jungle Camp


Day 3 Journey Continue (B/L/D)
Breakfast early in the morning and start the day trekking into the Basin used for Camel Trophy terrain. Trekking through steep ascend of the formidable Maliau Basin escarpment and into a gentle slope of Inner Basin. Jungle trekking will take around 5-7 hours depending on weather and human fitness. Overnight at Jungle Campsite.


Day 4 Trekking Continue (B/L/D)
After breakfast continue trekking from the campsite to Ginsing Camp. The trek will lead to Heath and Agathis Forest. Stop at a viewpoint to catch the rim of the Basin. Trekking takes around 7-9 hours. Overnight at Jungle Campsite.

Day 5 Trekking continue (B/L/D)
Early Breakfast and continue trekking about 3-5 hours before arriving at the 7 Tiers Waterfall (35 meter high) of the Maliau Basin. Spent the day around the free fall tiers and do easy picnic or swim into the pools as big as 2 footballs field.


Day 6 Trekking back (B/L)
After breakfast, trek back to Agathis camp and if time permitted, do an educational tour on the project done in the Basin by certain NGOs. After lunch, depart from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport via flight. Transfer back to The Pacific Sutera Resort.


Day 7 Leisure (B)
Breakfast and free at Leisure

Overnight at The Pacific Sutera Resort.


Day 8 Kota Kinabalu / Kuala Lumpur (B)
After Breakfast, check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your connecting flight back home.


The End



Cost from $2089 AUD per person twin share Seat in coach



Package Includes :-

  • 03 nights accommodation at 4-Star The Pacific Sutera Resort (Deluxe Golf View)

  • 04 nights accommodation at Jungle Campsite at Maliau Basin

  • All airport transfers on SIC basis

  • Tours as described in the itinerary with English Speaking guide

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary


9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS SABAH ADVENTURE

TINERARY


Day 1 Kuala Lumpur / Kota Kinabalu (No Meal)

Upon arrival to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative at the arrival hall. Transfer to The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight.


Day 2 Trekking at Crocker Range terrain (B/L/D)

After breakfast meet and greet by our local tour guide at the hotel lobby and proceed to Inobong sub-stations by land for Crocker Range National Park, the largest National Park in Sabah, Malaysia covering about 139,919 hectares (almost 1,400 square km). The trek starts off towards Terian, a village located outside the National Park area and takes around 7 hours to arrive on the village. Overnight at Terian Village..

Day 3 Trekking at Crocker Range Continue (B/L/D)
Breakfast early in the morning and depart from Terian for next destination campsite. The height will start at 325m the max height 550m. We will be passing through a village called (Buayan) and enjoy the thrill of crossing rivers a few times. Trekking time depends on the campsite that we going to use the most are around 5 hours.


Day 4 Trekking at Crocker range Continue (B/L/D)
After breakfast continue trekking from the campsite towards flowing rivers and passing villages. One of the villages is called Kg. Kionab, located inside the National Park boundary. The village has only 8 families staying around the area and their home are located far apart around 20 minutes between each other. Camp by the riverside. Trekking around 4-5 hours.


Day 5 Trekking at Crocker Range continue (B/L)
Start early in the morning on the final day of trekking where we will scale the ridges to Kg Tikolod. The highest point is at 1255m and down to 950m to the last checkpoint. Trekking takes around 7 hours to checkpoint. Upon arrival at checkpoint, pick up and transfer back The Pacific Sutera Resort and overnight


Day 6 Conquering Mt. Kinabalu) (B/L/D)
After a long day of trekking up and down the terrains, it is time to conquer the majestic Mt. Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, standing at 4,095 metres (13,432 ft) high. Meet at the hotel lobby then transfer to Kinabalu Park Headquarters for registration. Once registration is completed, start off on the summit trail at the Power Station and overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse.park


Day 7 Conquering Mt. Kinabalu Continue (B/L)
Wake up call at 0200hrs in the morning to continue the climb up to the summit and catch the sunrise on top of Mt. Kinabalu (weather permit). As the dawn breaks up, at 4,095.2 m you can almost see all of Sabah as the sunlight gradually but slowly creeps out of the horizon. Trek down to Laban Rata for breakfast then continue your descend to Power Station. Pick up to Park HQ and back to The Pacific Sutera Resort in Kota Kinabalu


Day 8 Kiulu River Gred 1-2 (B/L)
Pick up from hotel lobby and transfer for about 2 hours (10km) passing through scenic countryside offering views of paddy fields and villages brings you to the Northbound of the Kiulu Valley. After arrival, a brief presentation by the river guide(s) for about 10-15 minutes on safety procedures, the river, various rapids and rafting preparation. After briefing, gearing up putting on helmets, life jackets and collects your paddle. Start rafting down the Kiulu river for about 1 1/2 hours.


At Check Point, change to dry clothes and enjoy a sumptuous BBQ lunch by the Kiulu river before returning back to The Pacific Sutera Resort by mid afternoon.


Day 9 Kota Kinabalu / Kuala Lumpur (B)
After Breakfast, check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your connecting flight back home.

Cost from $1604 AUD per person twin share Seat in coach


Package Includes :-

  • 04 nights accommodation at 4-Star The Pacific Sutera Resort (Deluxe Golf View)

  • 03 nights at Crocker Range Campsite

  • 01 night at Laban Rata Resthouse at Mount Kinabalu

  • All airport transfers on SIC basis

  • Tours as described in the itinerary with English Speaking guide

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary



6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS A1TG SABAH PACKAGE

from $1489 per person twin share ex KL

Day 1 KUALA LUMPUR - KOTA KINABALU

Meet and greet on arrival at Kota Kinabalu airport and transfer to hotel for 4 nights stay

Day 2 KOTA KINABALU - SANDAKAN - KOTA KINABALU

Sepilok, a reserve of 4,530 ha lowland primary rainforest and mangrove was set up in 1964 to protect the orang-utan - "The Wild Man of Borneo" or Pongo Pygmaeus from extinction. Sepilok is an old forest reserve, where orphaned or capture orang-utans are rehabilitated and protected and eventually returned to the wild. Since Sepilok establishment more than 100 orang-utans has been rehabilitated into the wild to mother nature. To get more acquainted with the Orang-Utan, you'll have an opportunity to witness the feeding of the young orphaned. After the feeding, proceed to the historic town of Sandakan for your lunch. After lunch, continue your trip to Sim-Sim water village, the oldest water village in Sabah built on stilts on water. A wooden bridge for walkway connects from one house to another house. The friendly villagers living in this water village will give you good memories to take home. Proceed to Puh Jih Shih temple, which gives you a panoramic view of Sandakan bay. Depart for Kota Kinabalu flight in the evening.

Day 3 - 5 Free at leisure on own to explore or participate in our optional tours

Day 6 Departure transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport for your flight home

 

 

 

3 Days / 2 Nights Turtle Island, Orang Utan Encounter, Sukau Adventure & Gomantong Caves

from $648* per person twin share Seat in Coach

                           Day 1

                           0600 hrs Meet at the hotel lobby for airport transfer. Pick-up time from RRR / Nexus is at 0530 hrs

                           0730 hrs Flight departs via MH2042 to Sandakan.

0810 hrs Upon arrival at Sandakan Airport, meet and greet by your guide then transfer to Sandakan jetty for 1 1/2 hours boat ride (speedboat / Long boat) to Selingan Island. Check in at the hotel and lunch is provided at the Selingan Caferia. The rest of the afternoon at leisure. You may wish to walk around the white sandy beach or do some swimming or snorkeling in the blue sea.

After Dinner, wait for a signal from the Park Ranger before proceeding to watch the Green Turtles laying her eggs on the beach. Witness the collection of eggs nesting and tagging of the mother turtle. Then visit the hatchery area where the park ranger plants the eggs and gathers the baby turtles for release into the sea. Overnight in Selingan Island.  

Day 2

Breakfast provided at Selingan Cafeteria. After breakfast, depart for Sepilok Sanctuary to witness the feeding of Orang Utan from the platform in the forest.

After lunch, overland transfer to a lodge or cabin in Sukau for accommodation. Later, depart for the Kinabatangan River Cruise to search for proboscis monkey.

Dinner is provided and overnight in a lodge or cabin in Sukau (without air conditioning).

Day 3

After breakfast, overland transfer to Gomantong caves where the famed Bird's Nest caves are found. Later, depart for Sandakan City Tour. After lunch, transfer to Sandakan Airport.

                          1950 hrs Flight departs via MH2709 to Kota Kinabalu.

                           2035 hrs Meet and greet by upon arrival then transfer to your hotel.

 

2 Days / 1 Night Turtle Island & Orang-Utan Encounter

from $406* per person twin share Seat in Coach

Day 1

0600 hrs Meet at the Hotel Main lobby for your Airport transfer on MH2042. Pick-up time from RRR / Nexus is at 0530 hrs.

0730 hrs Flight via MH 2042 depart for Sandakan

0810 hrs Upon arrival at Sandakan Airport, meet and greet by your guide then transfer to Sandakan jetty for 1 1/2 hours boat ride (speedboat / Long boat) to Selingan Island. Check in at the hotel and lunch is provided at the Selingan Caferia. The rest of the afternoon at leisure. You may wish to walk around the white sandy beach or do some swimming or snorkeling in the blue sea.

After Dinner, wait for a signal from the Park Ranger before proceeding to watch the Green Turtles laying her eggs on the beach. Witness the collection of eggs nesting and tagging of the mother turtle. Then visit the hatchery area where the park ranger plants the eggs and gathers the baby turtles for release into the sea. Overnight in Selingan Island.  

Day 2

Breakfast provided at Selingan Cafeteria. After breakfast, transfer back to Sandakan by boat. Then proceed to Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary followed by lunch at Sandakan Town. After lunch, depart for Sandakan City Tour then transfer to airport.

1950 hrs Flight departs via MH 2067 to Kota Kinabalu.

2035 hrs Meet and greet upon arrival then transfer to your hotel

 

2 Days / 1 Night Sukau Adventure, Gomantong Caves & Orang Utan Encounter

from $383* per person twinshare Seat in Coach

Day 1

0600 hrs Meet at the hotel lobby for airport transfer. Pick-up time from RRR / Nexus is at 0530 hrs

0730 hrs Flight departs via MH2042 to Sandakan.

0810 hrs Arrive Sandakan airport. Meet and greet upon arrival then transfer to Sepilok Sanctuary.

Witness the feeding. Lunch provided at Sandakan Town. After lunch, depart to Sukau for 2 hours drive.

Afternoon, depart for Sukau River cruise through Kinabatangan River to see the proboscis monkey. Overnight in a lodge or cabin in Sukau (without air conditioning).

Day 2

After breakfast, depart for a trip to Gomantong Caves. Depart for lunch at Sandakan town. After lunch, continue for Sandakan City tour then transfer Sandakan airport.

1950 hrs Flight departs via MH2067 to Kota Kinabalu.

2035 hrs Meet and greet by upon arrival then transfer to your hotel.

 

3 Days / 2 Nights Mulu Adventure

Depart : ex-Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

from $345* per person twin share seat in coach 

Day 1

Transfer from hotel to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Depart Kota Kinabalu for Mulu. Meet and greet on arrival at Mulu Airport then transfer to Royal Mulu Resort for check-in.

Visit the Deer and Lang Cave. Return to the resort in the late evening.

Overnight in Royal Mulu Resort.

Day 2

After Breakfast visit to Clearwater & Wind Caves. Lunch is included.

Overnight at Royal Mulu Resort

Day 3

Transfer to airport for departure to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

 

2 Days / 1 Night Kinabalu Summit

from $420* per person twin share seat in coach

Day 1

0830 hrs Meet at the hotel lobby then transfer to Kinabalu Park Headquarters for summit climb registration. Start off on the summit trail at the Power Station. Overnight at Laban Rata Resthouse.

Day 2

0200 hrs Wake up call.

0300 hrs Continue your climbing to the summit. Meet and assist upon arrival at Power Station and transfer to the Park restaurant for your lunch. After lunch depart for hotel in KK.

 

SARAWAK, BORNEO

2 Days / 1 Night Lemanak River Safari (Fullboard) 

from $184* per person twin share seat in coach

A fascinating insight into traditional Sarawak culture and lifestyle

Day 01 A 225 km car/coach journey takes you through lush green countryside dotted with padi fields, pepper gardens and rubber plantations, and flanked by rugged jungle-clad mountains. Along the way, stop off at the Serian farmer's market, visit a pepper garden and view carnivorous pitcher plants. Stop for lunch at a roadside bazaar deep in Iban country. Arrive at Lemanak jetty mid-afternoon for a longboat ride up the Lemanak River, passing through typical Borneo countryside with an ancient longhouse tucked behind almost every bend in the river. Arrive at Serubah Longhouse and visit the "entire village under one roof." Dinner, featuring delicious fresh jungle produce, is served in the simple guest-house. After dinner, return to the longhouse for an evening's entertainment, including traditional dancing, music, games and a glass or two of tuak (rice wine) with the longhouse chief. The Iban are a fun-loving people, and visitors are expected to join in! Overnight in the guest house.

Day 02 After breakfast, enjoy a blowpipe demonstration and try shooting one yourself. Then take a short walk through the forest accompanied by traditionally-clad Iban trackers, and learn about the traditional uses of rainforest plants in Iban culture. Depart for Kuching via the same route. Lunch is served en-route.

 

2 Days / 1 Night Lemanak & Hilton Batang Ai Combo (Fullboard)

$ 356 per person twin share

   

Upriver travel with a touch of Hilton luxury

Day 01 Journey to Serubah or Kesit Longhouse as per Lemanak River Safari (see overnight Lemanak). Tour the longhouse and enjoy a demonstration of blowpipe shooting. Return downriver for transfer to Batang Ai Jetty. After a 20 minute boat ride across the 24 sq km Batang Ai Hydro Lake, arrive at the luxurious Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort. Dinner, evening cultural performance and accommodation at the resort.

Day 02 Breakfast at the resort, followed by a short nature walk with the resort's resident naturalist. Depart for Kuching via the same route. Lunch is served en route.

 

3 Days / 2 Nights Deluxe Batang Ai 

from $481* per person twin share seat in coach

Day 01 Today depart for 3 Days / 2 Nights Deluxe Batang Ai Tour from Kuching by air-conditioned van / coach for Hilton Batang Ai Resort, 166 miles from Kuching City, passing through scenic countryside consisting of quaint little towns, villages, padi fields, pepper and oil palm plantations interspersed with secondary and virgin jungle as the road starts to wind and undulate as you go deeper into the interior. Stop for lunch at Lachau, a small town on the way to the resort. Arrive at the Hydro lake at Lubok Antu. Board a shuttle ferry for the resort situated on the southern bank. Dinner and overnight at Hilton Batang Ai Resort. ( L / D )

Day 02 Breakfast at the Resort. Depart for Sepaya Longhouse by motorized native longboat. The journey will take you across the lake into the Engkari River, one of the many tributaries flowing into the lake. The journey will take 1 hour and 15 min. approximately before reaching Spaya Longhouse nestled on a hill beside the river. Constructed of tropical timber, this 2 units of longhouses has approximately 50 units of family rooms each. The natives here still spin cotton, weave the pua (traditional cloth), and create intricate carvings from bamboo and wood. Enjoy a short cultural performance by the inhabitant of the longhouse followed later on by a blow pipe demonstration. Lunch will be serve at a waterfall situated not more than 5 minutes boat ride from the longhouse. Later on in the afternoon return back to the Resort via the same route for Dinner and Accommodation (B'fast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 03 After breakfast depart for Kuching via the same route as your arrival. Stop for lunch at a small roadside town before continuing your journey to Kuching. ( B / L )

 

8 DAYS/ 7 NIGHTS SARAWAK - EXPLORER TOUR

from $900 per person twin share  ex Kuching 

 

Day 1 Kuching

Meet upon arrival at Kuching International Airport and transfer to Hotel

Overnight at Hilton Kuching Hotel

Day 2 Kuching (B)

Breakfast. Go for Semonggok Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

The best place in Sarawak to view semi-wild orang utans, who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding forest reserve. The rehabilitated animals roam freely in the rain forest, and often return to the centre at feeding time. Thanks to the successful breeding programme at Semonggok there is a good possibility of experiencing one of the most heart-warming sights in Borneo - an orang utan mother with a young baby. The centre is 30 mins drive from Kuching and another 20 mins on foot. Along the way visitors pass by the ethno-botanical gardens, with their unique collection of rain-forest plants. Semengok also has a number of short collection of rain-forest plants. Semengok also has a number of short jungle trails and optional forest walks can be incorporated into the tour. Overnight at Hilton Kuching hotel.

Note : As the orang utan in Semengok are semi-wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed. At certain times of year when sightings are less likely, the tour will revert to Matang Wildlife Centre, where captive animals are under-going rehabilitation.

Day 3 Kuching (B/L)

Breakfast. Go for Bako National Park tour

This small peninsula, 1- hours from Kuching by car and longboat, is home to seven distinct rainforest ecosystems, giving it a remarkable diversity of animal and plant life. Bako's most famous residents are the bizarre proboscis monkeys, and it is also home to silvered langurs (leaf monkeys), long-tailed macaque monkeys, wild boar, flying squirrels and monitor lizards as well as hundreds of different bird species. Fascinating plant life includes mangroves, strangling figs, carnivorous pitcher plants and symbiotic ant plants. Unique geological features mark the coastline, including the famous Sea Stack, whilst well-marked trails lead to rugged jungle-covered hilltops and secluded beaches. Packed lunch is included. Overnight at Hilton Kuching hotel.

Day 4 Kuching (B)

Breakfast. Go for the Sarawak Cultural Village tour ( 4 Hrs tour only )

This award-winning living museum showcases Sarawak's unique and diverse cultures in an accessible, visitor-friendly setting just 35 minutes from Kuching. The seven authentic traditional buildings are set amidst a scenic 17 acre site and are populated by members of Sarawak's many ethnic groups, going about everyday activities. These include wood and bamboo carving, beadwork, weaving, sago-making, sugar-cane crushing, pepper-growing and the preparation of bird's nests. Visitors can learn how to throw a Malay spinning top, shoot a Penan blowpipe or pick out a tune on an Orang Ulu sape. The tour concludes with a colourful multi-ethnic cultural performance in the village's air-conditioned mini-theatre. Overnight at Hilton Kuching hotel

Day 5 Batang Ai (B/L/D)

Today depart for 3 Days / 2 Nights Deluxe Batang Ai Tour from Kuching by air-conditioned van / coach for Hilton Batang Ai Resort, 166 miles from Kuching City, passing through scenic countryside consisting of quaint little towns, villages, padi fields, pepper and oil palm plantations interspersed with secondary and virgin jungle as the road starts to wind and undulate as you go deeper into the interior. Stop for lunch at Lachau, a small town on the way to the resort. Arrive at the Hydro lake at Lubok Antu. Board a shuttle ferry for the resort situated on the southern bank. Dinner and overnight at Hilton Batang Ai Resort.

Day 6 Batang Ai (B/L/D)

Breakfast at the Resort. Depart for Longhouse by motorized native longboat. The journey will take you across the lake into the Engkari River, one of the many tributaries flowing into the lake. The journey will take 1 hour and 15 min. approximately before reaching Spaya Longhouse nestled on a hill beside the river. Constructed of tropical timber, this 2 units of longhouses has approximately 50 units of family rooms each. The natives here still spin cotton, weave the pua (traditional cloth), and create intricate carvings from bamboo and wood. Enjoy a short cultural performance by the inhabitant of the longhouse followed later on by a blow pipe demonstration. Lunch will be serve at a waterfall situated not more than 5 minutes boat ride from the longhouse. Later on in the afternoon return back to the Resort via the same route for dinner and accommodation

Day 7 Kuching (B/L)

After breakfast depart for Kuching via the same route as your arrival. Stop for lunch at a

small roadside town before continuing your journey to Kuching.

Overnight at Holiday Inn Kuching.

Day 8 Kuching / Home (B)

Breakfast. Transfer to Kuching Airport for your departure flight

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

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