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Day 1 - Welcome to Kuala Lumpur

Today you will fly to Kuala Lumpur. You will be welcomed on arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport and transferred to your hotel for check in. 

Accommodation: EQ Kuala Lumpur

Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur Past And Present Discovery

Following a pick-up from your hotel, discover how Kuala Lumpur has developed from a modest tin mining town to the huge metropolis it is today. See some of the city's futuristic structures.You will go to the the Sky Bar in Kuala Lumpur with a view of Petronas Twin Towers (the world's tallest twin-tower structure). Go to Independence Square to admire colonial buildings and the English-style cricket ground.

And the little Indian Brickfields.  Brickfields is a small to medium-sized town and residential neighborhood located just outside central Kuala Lumpur.  It is known as Kuala Lumpur's Little India due to the high percentage of Indian residents and businesses.  Enjoy shopping specially Indian sarees and dresses and taste local Indian spices.Visit the National Mosque (Masjid Negara).This modern mosque was completed in 1965 and can accommodate 15,000 people. Get to know the Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque,which was the first large mosque to be built in Kuala Lumpur.

Last stop is KLCC Park & Lake Symphony, Within KLCC Park,sited at the esplanade outside of Suria KLCC, lies the 10,000 sq ft man-made Lake Symphony. Two musical fountains display over 150 unique programmed animations in a magical performance of sound and water. KLCC Lake Symphony Light and Sound Water Fountain showtimes are 8pm, 9pm  and 10pm daily. However, KLCC Lake Symphony Water Fountain showtimes (Light only) are 7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm daily.


Brickfields
Brickfields
Lake Symphony
Lake Symphony
Masjid Jamek
Masjid Jamek
SkyBar Kuala Lumpur
SkyBar Kuala Lumpur
Accommodation: EQ Kuala Lumpur

Day 3 - Fly to Kota Kinabalu

Enjoy your free time until your guide comes to escort you to the airport for your onward flight.

Today you will fly to Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu is a hustling and bustling city situated strategically on the West Coast of the Malaysian state of Sabah. Locals here often refer to Kota Kinabalu as ‘KK’ in short. KK is also the gateway to one of Southeast Asia’s tallest mountains, Mount Kinabalu. Apart from KK’s majestic beauty, be spoiled for choices as KK also offers a wide range of food selection. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in ‘KK’ and the rest of the day is at leisure.

Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Day 4 - Tunku Abdul Rahman Park & Snorkeling

Take a boat ride towards Tunku Abdul Rahman Park within 15-20 minutes and arrive at the Island. Be mesmerized by the colorful fishes transparent by the crystal clear blue sea and vast greeneries surrounding the Island.

The island is furnished with changing rooms, toilets, picnic shelters and tables for recreational use. Just relax under the sun or enjoy the white sandy beach with sandcastles or go snorkeling and look for beautiful corals and fishes.


Cruise into the islands
Cruise into the islands
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Snorkeling
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Snorkeling
Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Day 5 - Mt Kinabalu Sunrise & Poring Hot Springs


Kinabalu National Park is located some 2 hours from Kota Kinabalu.  The journey takes on meandering mountain road with spectacular views of the Crocker Range.


This is probably the most spectacular national park in Malaysia.  The star attraction, without a doubt, goes to the famed granite-clad Mount Kinabalu which officially stands at 4, 092 metres above sea level (though previously thought to have an elevation of 4, 101 metres).


The park headquarters boast quite a number of short hiking trails to enjoy the variety of plant species of the park.  The biodiversity of this park is so impressive that Kinabalu National Park was accorded the UNESCO World Heritage Site status.


Next stop is Poring, 40km east of Mount Kinabalu, where visitors go for the Poring Hot Spring and Nature Reserve which houses both open-air and private cabin baths whose water contains sulphur that is known for its skin-curative properties.  Canopy walk 40m high, nature trails, waterfall and gardens are to be explored.


Canopy Walk
Canopy Walk
Kinabalu National Park
Kinabalu National Park
Kota Kinabalu Vegetable Fruits Market
Kota Kinabalu Vegetable Fruits Market
Kundasang War Memorial
Kundasang War Memorial
Poring Hot Springs
Poring Hot Springs
Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Day 6 - Fly to Sandakan

Enjoy your free time until your guide comes to escort you to the airport for your onward flight.

Today you will fly to Sandakan. On arrival, your private guide will accompany you for your hotel check-in.

Accommodation: Sabah Hotel

Day 7 - Encounter with Native Wildlife

The Labuk Bay Sanctuary is about an hour drive from Sandakan airport and 20km west of Sepilok, it is located at the centre of mangrove forest along the coastal land near Kampung Semawang.

This hidden gem is perfect for sitting back and watching the primates without getting in the way of some cameras. You will have the chance at this sanctuary to share in this special world by viewing the groups of Proboscis monkeys feeding by park rangers from the platform.

It offers exhilarating and memorable experience observing the monkeys both family groups and bachelor groups leaping from tree to tree and eventually coming down to feed on young leaves and plant.

The Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary was set up in 1964 in the 4, 300 hectare Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve which is looked after by the Wildlife Department of Sabah. The main reason for this center is to rehabilitate orphaned baby orangutans who have been either captured as pets or found without their mothers.

Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre
Lab Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Lab Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple
Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Accommodation: Sabah Hotel

Day 8 - Head to Selingan Turtle Island

Start your 2D1N Selingan Turtle Island Trip. Our guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby or Sandakan Airport(morning flight) at around 10:00 am. then transfer to the jetty for a 40 minutes speedboat by our modern twin engine all weathered speedboat to Selingan Island.  After lunch, we take an orientation tour of the facilities including turtle hatchery, and other wildlife with our guide.  The rest of the afternoon, swim and snorkel in crystal clear water.  After dinner, watch a video presentation on turtle conservation on the island.

Depending on the tide level, Green turtles will start coming up after dark to find the best spot to begin the long laborious process of digging a hole in the sand with their hind flippers.  To minimize disturbance of the turtle, Park Rangers on the island will alert us before the turtles start laying.  They will then measure and tag the turtle if it has not been tagged, collected the eggs and you will witness the transplanting of eggs to the hatchery and everyone has opportunity to release baby turtles to the sea.  

Tips:
Make sure your flight arrival in Sandakan arrives before 0900hrs.  Or if this is not possible, recommended to fly in and stay one night in Sandakan or Sepilok before the tour commence.

Selingan Island
Selingan Island
watch live sea turtle hatchlings
watch live sea turtle hatchlings
Watch sea turtles laying their eggs on the beach
Watch sea turtles laying their eggs on the beach
Accommodation: Selingan Turtle Island

Day 9 - Back to Sandakan

Return to Sandakan by speed boat after early breakfast. 

Enjoy your free time until your guide comes to escort you to the airport for your onward flight.

Accommodation

  • 2 Nights in Kuala Lumpur
  • 3 Nights in Kota Kinabalu
  • 2 Nights in Sandakan
  • 1 Night in Sandakan
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
EQ Kuala Lumpur
Room Type:Deluxe Towers View
Why this Hotel:

At the hotel all rooms have a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At EQ Kuala Lumpur rooms include bed linen and towels.

A buffet, American or Asian breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Japanese, Malaysian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested.

EQ Kuala Lumpur offers 5-star accommodations with a hot tub.

Speaking English, Malay, Tamil and Chinese at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur Convention Center and Petronas Twin Towers. The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 14 miles from EQ Kuala Lumpur, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Room Type:King Room with Sea View
Why this Hotel:

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free throughout and is located a 13-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms feature a closet.

Guests at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu can enjoy an Asian breakfast.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include KK Esplanade, Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 3.1 miles from Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.

This is our guests' favorite part of Kota Kinabalu, according to independent reviews.

Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Sabah Hotel
Room Type:Superior Room
Why this Hotel:

Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy dining options at 4 of the in-house restaurants or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

It is 0.9 mi to Sandakan Palace, while Harbor Mall Sandakan and Sandakan Liberation Monument are 1.2 mi away. Gentingmas Mall is 1.1 mi from the property. Sabah Hotel is 7.5 mi from Sandakan Airport.

Modern air-conditioned rooms feature a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Coffee/tea making facilities and a mini-bar are included. Free newspapers are provided daily.

Guests of Sabah can play a game of tennis or squash or exercise in the fitness center. Alternatively, they can sing in the hotel’s karaoke room. Other facilities include a children’s playground and a tour desk.

Overlooking the pool, Plantation Café offers a rich selection of both local and international dishes. The Ming Restaurant serves authentic Oriental cuisine and dim sum specialties.

Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Selingan Turtle Island
Room Type:Twin beds Room
Why this Hotel:

Selingan Island offers 25 comfortable rooms each with air-condition, en-suite bathroom and twin-beds.

The facilities here are basic but clean as it offers the turtle watching experience and conservation of the island and not so much on luxury stay, so bear that in mind when you come to visit. There is a small cafeteria that serves buffet style meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your package. You may also find limited choice of alcoholic beverages here for purchase.

If you need to get snacks or taking home some souvenir, there is a souvenir shop. An exhibition hall is to provide more insights on the conservation effort and about the turtles.

What's included

AccommodationInternational-standard
Day1-2 EQ Kuala Lumpur
Day3-5 Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Day6-7 Sabah Hotel
Day8 Selingan Turtle Island

Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast

Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)

  • Well screened Hotels

    Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.

  • Super nice location

    Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.

TransportPrivate & Air-conditioned

All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises

Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space

  • Best-time flight

    No early get up. No late arrival.

  • Better seats

    Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.

GuidePrivate & Professional

Expert English-speaking local guide

MealsSafe & Authentic

All meals specified in the itinerary

  • Satisfying food

    Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!

  • Local specialities

    Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!

  • Little snack

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SupportUseful Package & 24/7 Local Service

Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day

24/7 helpline while you are travelling

ExcursionsAll listed in the above Itnerary

All excursions specified in the itinerary

All entrance fees specified in the itinerary

Not included
Flights

The round trip International Flights (flights from/to your city) are not included in the tour price. You will need to arrange your flights separately at any point.

service

our driver
Professional Guides & Drivers

We offer professional private tour guides with over 10-year experience, well-performed vehicles less than 5-year service life and licensed drivers with 5-year practice. Each of our employees undergoes rigorous screening before they can join our network.

our hotel
Well-selected Scenic spots and Hotel

All the hotels we advised have been inspected by our team and we spend time each year to top up our knowledge on the spot. Continuing Positive feedbacks on them from former customers because of their outstanding and unique characters.

local
Local Available 7/24

You will have our local team's urgency contact number and we are available whenever and wherever. If you meet any problem or need any help, just make a phone call and everything will be settled down at a time.

welcome kit
Warm Welcome Kits

We provide the welcome kits for each customer, you will receive the SIM card, city map, a bottle of drinking water and a cool towel per guest per day for FREE. Get all first-step information and useful tips in one profile and make your first tour simple and easy.