3D/2N Tabin Wildlife and Tropical Rainforest Experience (EB-LD04)

• Nature & Wildlife
• Sabah

Tabin Wildlife – A Lower Budget Rainforest Alternative to Danum Valley

Itinerary for 3D/2N Tabin Wildlife (Ex-Lahad Datu)

Day 1: Arrival Tabin Wildlife Resort / Lipad Mud Volcano

• Pick up at the airport or hotel in Lahad Datu and transferred by road to Tabin Wildlife Reserve (~1:30 hrs).

• Check into an attractive timber lodge at Tabin Wildlife Resort, nestled within the rainforest beside the Lipad river.
  

• The resort comes complete with private balcony, ceiling fan and hot water shower, a welcome luxury in the forest.

• This lovely setting is home to a surprising variety of birds, insects and also small mammals, even right beside the buildings of the resort.

• Discover the rich variety of jungle herbs, some endemic, used for generations by local folks for the treatment of various ailments.

• In the afternoon, visit the Lipad mud volcano which provides a mineral salt lick for wildlife.

• After trekking through the rainforest for 20 minutes, arrive at the elevated bare area of the mud volcano commonly frequented by wildlife and also birds.

• Try to identify the multitude of animal footprints here.

• In addition, climb the observation tower.

• Admire the contrasting landscape of the bare mud volcano and its surrounding thick forest, where birds are rather commonly sighted.

• After dinner, enjoy a slide presentation on Tabin’s natural wonders

• This is follow by a night trip 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.

• Overnight at Tabin Wildlife Resort.

(Lunch & Dinner)

Day 2: Lipad Waterfall

• Join the early morning bird walk to discover some of Tabin’s rich collection of almost 300 bird species.
• After breakfast, trek to Lipad Waterfall while hiking through the lush green rainforest known for its rich diversity of plants and animal species.
• Take a dip in the natural pool
• Enjoy a natural and refreshing shower under the waterfall.
• Alternatively, explore the surrounding vegetation or just relax.

• In the afternoon you may wish to try out the Tabin Rainforest Foot Soak made with a natural blend of herbs, to relax tired muscles after a rather long jungle treks.

• Finally, return to the resort.

• Overnight at Tabin Wildlife Resort.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 3: Departure

• 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.
• Depart Tabin Wildlife Resort to Lahad Datu airport/town.
• End of tour.

(Breakfast & Lunch)

NOTE: Activities are subject to weather conditions, and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.

Package includes: Scheduled return transfer (Lahad Datu/Tabin/Lahad Datu), accommodation, meals as stated, guided tours and activities.