Full Day Orang Utan Sepilok, Proboscis Monkey, Sunbear, RDC
Description
Travelers will see the feeding of the Orangutan as well as experience a walk in the forest of Borneo. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation is the oldest and biggest orangutan rehabilitation center in the world. This center covers 4294 hectares. Kabili–Sepilok Forest is a virgin jungle reserve rich in tropical rainforest and mangrove swamp. It was established in 1964 with the intention of rehabilitating orphaned baby orangutans and releasing them back into the wild. Proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where you can experience the closet encounter. Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre is the first sun bear conservation center in the world. The sun bear (also known as the honey bear) is the smallest bear in the world. Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC): learn about rainforest ecology and experience its amazing biodiversity through a network of trails in the forest.
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Itinerary
Fullday Sepilok Orang Utan Centre/Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey/Sunbear/Rainforest Discovery Centre 0800 am Pick up from Sandakan Town Hotel 0820 am Pick up from Sandakan Airport 30 Minutes drive 09:30 am Outdoor Activity Juvenile Orang Utan 10:00 am Orang Utan Feeding “The Feeding of Orang Utan “as well to experience a walk in Forest Of Borneo. Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation is The Oldest and The Biggest Orang Utan Rehabilitation in The World where this centre cover 4294 hectare Kabili – Sepilok Forest is a virgin jungle reserve rich in tropical rainforest and mangrove swamp. It was gazette in 1964 as a purposed to rehabilitate the orphaned Baby Orang Utan back to the wild.
20 minute drive to Labuk Bay Proboscis Sanctuary to catch the feeding at 11.30 am of Proboscis Monkeys at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary actually located 38 KM from Sandakan City and it’s situated at center of mangroves forest as well close to the sea shore. The wild Proboscis Monkeys come out from mangrove vegetation to feed as the food will be served on their own feeding platform provided. This is the only place in Borneo were the opportunity see this monkey in the very close range. Normally 3 to 5 groups of Proboscis Monkey come out to feed. Silver Leaf Monkey and Hornbill maybe can be seen at the sanctuary
Lunch included at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort. The resort is located in the beautiful Sepilok rainforest. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers, as it offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of the rainforest and enjoy the tranquility of the forest.
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. This is the first Sun Bear Conservation Centre in the world. The Sun Bear (also known as honey bear) is a smallest bears in the world. The facilities of the centre include a bear house that can hold 20 bears, 1.14 hectares of natural forest enclosures where the sun bears roam freely during the day and the old bear house and office building that are to be converted into the visitor centre.
Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) is located 1.2 km from the Sepilok. Learn about rainforest ecology and experience it amazing biodiversity while walking along a network of trails in the forest. See interesting 250 displays of plants and a 150 meter long canopy walkway provides a spectacular view of the lush rainforest of Sepilok from 25meter above ground. Walk among tall rainforest tree and observe life high up in the canopy.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a follow-up message with your pick-up time from the hotel. Please note that pick-up times may vary depending on your location.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(18)
5-Star Experience with Anuar! Anuar is a phenomenal driver! He is incredibly attentive, careful on the road, and highly informative about the local areas. The vehicle was spotless, and the entire ride felt safe, smooth, and professional. If you need a reliable and top-notch personal driver, book with Anuar. Highly recommended!
We had a fabulous experience. Our guide was informative, professional and friendly. The nature was stunning and the animals encounter were great fun indeed.
Great experience! Got to see a variety of wildlife borneo has to offer and the tour guide was very knowledgeable! The stop for lunch was great too, highly reccomend!
Such a fun experience! It was just my family and the guide, so we were able to go at our own pace. Our guide timed things so we could see feedings for the Orangatans, proboscis monkeys and the unbearable. We saw so much animal action. And our guide Jackie was awesome. Really friendly, really knowledgeable, and so good at spotting horned bills, snakes etc.
There are so many orangutans! My cell phone camera’s zoom didn’t take great pictures, but the in-person views were great. Bring water because it is hot! No bags are allowed to be carried because the orangutans may try to steal your stuff!
It sounds like you had an amazing (and sweaty!) encounter with orangutans! Here are a few key takeaways from your experience for future visitors: 1. Camera Tips – A phone zoom might not be enough; consider a DSLR or compact camera with better zoom for clearer shots. 2. Stay Hydrated – The heat is no joke, so carrying water is a must (though you might have to keep it in a secure place). 3. Bag Policy – Since orangutans are clever and mischievous, going bag-free or using a hidden waist pack could prevent theft! 4. In-Person > Photos – Sometimes the best memories are the ones you experience firsthand rather than through a lens. Thank you for your support.
Very friendly guide and driver. We were the only people on the tour, so a private tour for 2! Our guide's English was sometimes hard to understand but he was very informative and helpful. At the end of the day, during the trail through the jungle, my phone fell out of my pocket, through slats on the walkway and into the lake below. I thought it was gone for sure but our guide Jackie knows the rangers well (as he does tours most days) and 2 ranges went wading in, with one going completely under with goggles and all, for about 15 minutes until he found the phone in the muddy lake bed. Unbelievable! And he pulled it out in full working condition (I am writing this review using the same phone). Really impressed by the friendliness, willingness and generally going well above the call of duty by all concerned. Thank you. A traumatic but positive end to a wonderful day full of sights and sounds in the jungle. Highly recommended.
Faisal was an experienced, knowledgeable and outgoing guide. We were at the right places at the right times. We skipped the rainforest research center due to weather. Our choice. Monkeys were worth it, even if a bit away. Even saw an hornbill fairly close.
Fun way to see a variety of animals in their natural habitat up close. Tour guide was friendly and helpful.
HADI, my Tour Guide, made this day-long adventure an experience I will NEVER FORGET!!! HADI is a native of Sandakan, and has been giving this tour for 30 years! Ask him anything and everything about the orangutans, Sunbears and Proboscis monkeys, and he'll provide you with an in-depth response. Comfortable car, pleasant personality, and fluent in English. HADI is YOUR MAN!! Orangutans? Behave and move exactly like human beings! WOW! Borneo Sun Bears?? Interesting. Proboscis Monkeys??? My FAVORITE!!!! Regardless of how old the male is, his lifetime personal harem of wives and children - ALL OF THEM - follow him wherever he goes, literally! And, well, let's just say I witnessed "adult activity" taking place 2x between one male Proboscis and two different girlfriends all within 10-15 minutes. What can I say?? That's nature! :-) You WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED if you take this Tour with HADI. So, get in line and sign up. :-) Have fun!!
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience! HADI sounds like an incredible guide—30 years of expertise, a passion for wildlife, and such a warm personality? That’s a winning combination! Your descriptions of the orangutans, Sun Bears, and Proboscis monkeys are so vivid and entertaining—it’s clear you had an unforgettable day. I’ll definitely be adding this tour to my bucket list. Thanks for the recommendation, and here’s to more adventures! 🐒🌿
Hadi was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. I was worried we wouldn’t have much time and would be in for a quick picture and out again but actually we had plenty of time to explore and enjoy the experiences, we didn’t spend the day rushing from one stop to the next at all. The little bus was clean and comfortable and we were very lucky to be the only guests on the tour so had the opportunity to amend and adapt as we needed. We decided to skip the rainforest walk due to the rain and spent a bit more time with the proboscis monkeys!
Dear James, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us at Sandakan Hotspot Tours & Travel! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Hadi as your guide. It’s always our goal to provide a relaxed and enriching experience, and we’re so glad you felt you had plenty of time to explore and enjoy the sights without feeling rushed. We’re also happy to hear that you appreciated the flexibility of the tour, especially when adapting to the weather and spending extra time with the proboscis monkeys. It’s wonderful that you had the opportunity to tailor the day to your preferences, and we’re delighted that you found the bus clean and comfortable. Your kind words about Hadi and the tour mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass on your compliments to him. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! Warm regards, Lai Sandakan Hotspot Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd.
