BSDK 1A: 2D1N Wildlife Experience
per person
This 2 Days 1 Night Wildlife Experience (BSDK 1A) tour package includes four (4) destinations:
- Selingan Turtle Island
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
- Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
Selingan Turtle Island
The Selingan Turtle Island is an amazing experience.
Selingan is one of the three islands of the Turtle Island Park, which lies 40 km north of Sandakan. Selingan is the second largest among the clusters of islands and is the main nesting area for green and hawksbill turtles. These areas are protected for conservation and preservation of turtles and other marine animal.
As turtles usually come ashore after dusk, we highly recommend at least, an overnight stay. Selingan Island contains the park’s headquarters, a visitor’s information centre, accommodation with basic facilities and a turtle hatchery. For protection of the environment and wildlife purposes, only a maximum of 60 visitors can stay overnight at any one time at Selingan Island. Be sure to make your reservation early!
Watch this amazing video which we think is perfect for educational purposes. Behold the turtle!
Note: Video cameras are not permitted at the Selingan Turtle Island.
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
The Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary was set up to rehabilitate orphaned and/or injured baby orangutans, aiming to have them returned back into the wild. Here, you will have the opportunity to watch the orangutans up close in their natural habitat.
Food brings people together and it certainly brings orangutans together too! We’ll get you here right before feeding time, and prepare to be amazed by these cheeky little creatures!
We love our orangutans, and we hope you do too!
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
This interesting trip will be followed by a visit to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, where you will get to watch this very unique species of bears, called the Sun Bear. Sun bears are the smallest of the bear species and can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Populations of Sun Bears are rapidly diminishing due to serious threats from habitat loss and commercial hunting. Increasing protection and guaranteeing survivals of Sun Bears in Borneo is one of the main missions behind the conservation centre.
Go and meet the bears, and watch them hunt for their favourite thing in the world: honey!
This really is a unique opportunity to watch the Bornean Sun Bear, up close.
Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
The gateway to getting to know the uniqueness and importance of Borneo’s rainforests.
Situated 23 kilometres from Sandakan Town and not too far from the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre, the RDC’s main highlights are its exhibition halls, the Plant Discovery Garden, the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, environmental education programmes and a small lake for boat rides.
The RDC also gives visitors a chance to get intimate with nature through its Nature Experience programme which includes a guided walk to the Plant Discovery Garden, Rainforest Walk and indoor/outdoor activities.
Package Includes:
- 1 night stay in a chalet room in Selingan Island
- Entrance fee where applicable
- Tour guide
- Transportation – land & boat transfers
- Meals as stated in itinerary
Package Excludes:
- All airfares & airport taxes
- Camera & video fees where applicable
- Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips, portage & items not stated
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2 River cruises & 1 Night WalkClimbing PermitJoining Basis (SIC)Non-Private Basis;River Cruise ( if weather permitted )River cruises|1 Jungle Trek|2 Night Walks
Day 1: Selingan Island
- 08:00 - 08:45 Meet & greet from Sandakan airport or hotel lobby within town area. Head off to jetty for 1 hour boat journey to Selingan Island.
- The boat will depart at 10:45, hence, the pick up time will be at 10:00-10:15hrs.
- Upon arrival on the island, check-in at the chalet and lunch at Selingan Cafeteria (lunch provided as part of tour package). The afternoon is spent free at your own leisure. You can swim or snorkel around the island or simply relax on its white sandy beach.
- After dinner (provided as part of tour package), Park Rangers will guide you out to observe the process of turtle laying eggs, transfer of eggs to the hatchery and release of turtle hatchlings back to the sea.
- Return to your chalets for a good night sleep.
Day 2: Orang Utan, Sun Bear & Rainforest
- Breakfast (provided as part of tour package)
- 07:00 Departure from Selingan Island back to Sandakan
- 30 minutes drive from jetty to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
- Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Lunch at a local restaurant (provided as part of tour package).
- Drop off at Sandakan Airport or your respective hotel (Hotels at Sepilok / town area only).
Note
- This tour package is for a minimum of 2 adults
- Private Tour: Additional 30% from the above rates
- Single Traveler: Additional 50% from the above rates
- Child (11 years old and below) 30% off
Travel Tips
- Monsoon Season (Thunder Storm/Strong Winds/Rough Sea Condition/heavily rain & etc. ): Nov - Mar
- Nesting /laying egg season: Turtles come to shore throughout the year to lay their eggs. However, the peak season/hatchlings season is between July – October. The turtles can come as early as 7pm or as late at 3am and have also been seen nesting in the early hours of the morning between 5 - 6am.
- When to go: July – October when the seas are calmer and the tourist peak season starts on April - August so please book it in advance (3 - 6 months before). The best time to visit however during the driest month and the calmest seas between the months of March September.
Recommended things to bring
- 2 Days Clothing with a small bag or backpack
- Lightweight clothing or cotton shirts / long sleeves
- Walking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Rain coat / Poncho
- Insect repellent
- Camera (camera fee excluded)
- Personal toiletries