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.:: Itinerary ::.
"Spend three days in Sabah's secondary rainforest. Tabin Wildlife Reserve is among the best place in Borneo to explore the jungle and see wildlife."
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ARRIVE IN LAHAD DATU - TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE (B,L)
Meet at Lahad Datu airport or hotel and transfer to Tabin Wildlife Reserve on gravel road. Journey to this largest wildlife reserve in Malaysia takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, register and check into the charming Borneon timber bungalow of Tabin Wildlife Resort which comes complete with private balcony, air-conditioned and hot water shower. Enjoy the splendour of mother-nature and explore the vicinity of the resort. Built alongside the Lipad River and nestled within the rainforest, a variety of birds, insects and even small mammals can be sighted quite easily within the resort. In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano which serves as a mineral salt lick for wildlife. After trekking through the jungle for twenty minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano known to be frequented by deers, bearded pigs, elephants and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. Those adventurous can experiment the effect of the volcanic mud said to be responsible for fine complexion. Walk up the observation tower and admire the contrasting landscape of the bare mud volcano area and its surrounding thick forest where birds are commonly sighted. After dinner, enjoy a slide presentation on Tabin's uniqeuness, followed by a trip to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Overnight at Tabin Wildlife Resort.
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TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE (B,L,D)
You may opt to join the early morning bird walk as Tabin has a rich collection of about 300 bird species. After breakfast, trek through the lush green jungle known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species to visit Lipad's Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool and enjoy the refreshing splash coming down from the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax. After dinner, if weather permits, enjoy a night jungle walk in search of nocturnal animals. Overnight at Tabin Wildlife Reserve.
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TABIN WIDLIFE RESERVE – LAHAD DATU (B,L)
After breakfast, stroll to the nearby rock pool or river side where groups of macaques and other small mammals can sometimes be seen. Choose to take a dip in the river or simply listen to the sound of nature before saying good bye to Tabin. Fly back by light aircraft to Kota Kinabalu.
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.:: Tabin Wildlife Resort ::.
The Tabin Wildlife Resort offers uniquely-designed accommodation and visitor facilities aiming at providing a comfortable and memorable stay to visitors while they experience the spectacular Borneo flora & fauna. Tabin offers three unique classes of accommodation. The Tabin Chalets (located on thick forested hills), and the Tabin Lodges (built along the flowing Lipad river) feature authentic Borneo timber bungalows with private balcony, air-conditioning and attached bathrooms with hot shower.
  
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