DAY 1 – ARRIVAL LAHAD DATU / TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE

Recommended Flight: MH 3012 ETA LDU 0815 HRS

You will be picked up at the Lahad Datu Airport and transferred by road to Tabin Wildlife Reserve 1 ½ hour. Upon arrival guide briefing and video presentation. Check into an attractive timber lodge at Tabin Wildlife Resort, which comes complete with private balcony, air conditioner, ceiling fan and hot water shower, a welcome luxury in the forest. Visit Tabin Visitor Centre for the conservation of Tabin Wildlife Reserve and briefing on animals, birds, and insects that is found in this area. (For guest check in before 11:00am)

In the afternoon, before trekking to the Elephant trail, our guide will stop by at the compost bin for information on recycling the food waste into fertilizer for the plants and afterward proceed to the active Lipad mud volcano which provides a mineral salt lick for wildlife, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano which is frequented by wildlife and birds. Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here. The adventurous can try the effects of the volcanic mud, said to be responsible for a fine complexion. Trek from the mud volcano back to the main road.

Dinner, followed by a night safari to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds. Remember to look up at the clear, dark sky of Tabin, identify the constellations above you and make a wish or two. (L,D)

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: River or Hill Chalet (Twin/Double)

DAY 2 – TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE

Join the early morning bird walk to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species. After breakfast, a drive to the core area, stop by the Birdwatching tower and climb up for a short birding. Continue trek to the Lipad Waterfall enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall. Alternatively explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax. Along the way back to the resort, you will stop by at the Tabin Giant Tree for a photo or take a group photos.

In the afternoon, try out the Tabin Rainforest Foot Soak made with a natural blend of herbs, to relax tired muscles after long jungle treks. In the evening, a dusk drive to look out for more nocturnal wildlife & birds coming out to look for food during this time of the day.

After dinner, go for a night walk along the trail nearby the resort in search of sleeping birds, frog and nocturnal wildlife. (B,L,D)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: River or Hill Chalet (Twin/Double)

DAY 3 – TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE

Jungle walks nearby the resort in the morning and afternoon.

After dinner, followed by a night safari to look out for nocturnal wildlife and birds.

[Optional Dawn Drive @ RM100/Person]

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: River or Hill Chalet (Twin/Double)

DAY 4 – TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE / LAHAD DATU

Recommended Flight: MH 3019 ETD LDU 1605 HRS

After breakfast, mud certificate upon completion of tour, free and easy until check out.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drop Off : Lahad Datu Town or Lahad Datu Airport

*Note: The itinerary provided should be taken as guideline only as much of your day-today program will be determined by weather, wildlife sightings and the utmost importance, your fitness ability. Please understand that flexibility is maintained to ensure the best possible experience.