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Sabah - the land beneath the wind Learn the myths behind the mountain at a Dusun village homestay, Ascend the majestic Mount Kinabalu, Soak in the Poring Hot Springs, Make friends with mischievous orangutans, Witness the birth of baby sea turtles, Spot Sabah's most exotic wildlife on a sunset jungle trek
Explore a mystical land of headhunters and rare wildlife on our journey into Sabah, a place brimming with natural beauty. With its collection of exotic animals, ancient traditions, hot springs, tribal villages, loveable orangutans and incredible views, Sabah has something for everyone. Experience the very best of this part of Borneo climbing Mt Kinabalu, watching majestic sea turtles lay their eggs, sharing laughs with local village hosts - every minute of this incredible adventure will stay with you for life.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (6 nts), tribal villages (2 nts), national park lodges (3 nts), camping (1 nt)
Transportation: Minibus, speedboat, longboat, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $150 for meals not included. |
| Call (800) 999-1216 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6068364 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Kota Kinabalu | Experience the frontier charm of Kota Kinabalu, an intriguing city sandwiched between virgin jungle and the sultry South China Sea. | | Day 2 | Dusun Village | Travel to the base of Mt Kinabalu, where the rock monolith looms above the village. Learn all about the spiritual and social ties that the Dusun have with the imposing Mt Kinabalu at a village homestay. | | Days 3-4 | Mt Kinabalu | Gain more insight into the Dusun on a guided walk around the village before travelling to the Mt Kinabalu National Park, where there is free time to relax or warm up with a stroll on nature trails through a beautiful lowland tropical forest. Fuelled by fresh mountain air and stunning views, scale the slopes of Mt Kinabalu. It's a challenging climb but take your time and enjoy the region's remarkable array of flora and fauna. The park and mountain boasts an extraordinary variety of plant life, including over 1,000 species of orchid and an amazing pitcher plant. | | Days 5-6 | Poring Hot Springs | Wake early to catch sunrise at the summit of Mt Kinabalu. The final ascent is tough, with a rope to help you along the very steep parts, but the view from the top is stupendous. Scramble down for a well-deserved breakfast then travel to Poring for a soothing soak in steaming hot springs afterwards. | | Days 7-8 | Kinabatagan Jungle Camp/Homestay | Get ready for a jungle adventure, journeying through palm oil plantations en route to Kinabatagan. Enter the steamy rainforests to see how the locals contribute to its conservation. Spend a night in the jungle amid hornbills, macaques and proboscis monkeys to truly soak up the amazing surrounds. Next night, be invited into a traditional Malay village for a privileged view of a unique culture. Accommodation may be basic but the chance to interact with friendly locals is a very special experience. | | Day 9 | Sandakan | Bask in the liveliness of this busy commercial centre, home to historic Chinese temples and a charming, island-studded bay. | | Day 10 | Turtle Island | A speedboat will rush you past fishing villages and bamboo fish traps on the way to Turtle Island. Be touched by the sight of giant green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs. Enjoy being on a tropical island and swim, snorkel or simply laze on the beach. | | Day 11 | Sepilok Orangutan Reserve | The impish smiles and soulful eyes of Borneo's 'wildmen' will melt your heart on our visit to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. | | Days 12-13 | Kota Kinabalu | Appreciate the impressive collection of tribal artefacts at the Sabah Museum or marvel at a fine example of Islamic architecture at the State Mosque. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
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