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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre & Sepilok Orang Utan Rehab Centre Tour

4.0 (11 reviews) 8 hours
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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre & Sepilok Orang Utan Rehab Centre Tour

About this activity

Embark to full day trip in Sandakan to visit Sepilok Orang Utan & Sun Bear centre.

First stop at the world famous Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre where situated in the Kabili- Seppilok Forest Reserve. Upon arrival, a short brief will be advised by your guide. Then, watch a video show documentary on rehabilitation of orphaned Orang Utan before taking a boardwalk through the lowland rainforest to have a look for the Orang Utan feeding on the feeding platform.

There after, proceed to Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center. Sun Bear is the smallest bear in the world where their height of the adult sun bear is approximately 120cm to 150cm while standing, weight with 27kgto 65kg. 

After tour proceed with transfer back to your hotel in Sandakan or Sandakan Airport for your onward flight.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
TOUR EAST MALAYSIA

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Transfers and Sightseeing in air conditioned vehicle as per itinerary
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Assistance of License English speaking guide
  • Included: Meet and Greet
  • Included: Sales & Services Tax

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Flight Ticket
  • Not included: Personal Expense

Itinerary

  1. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

    2 hours Admission included

    This centre was established in 1964 to help rehabilitate orangutans which had been orphaned. Just like a human baby, the orphaned young orangutan (which would normally live with its mother for 5-6 years) needs to be taught how to cope in the wild, while its health is carefully monitored during rehabilitation.

  2. Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre

    30 min Admission included

    Visit the world’s smallest Sun Bear at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center at Sepilok, adjacent to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. The centre opened in 2014 and aims to increase public awareness and release back into the forest individuals which can be rehabilitated or are still “wild”. To date, there are about 44 rescued ex-captive sunbears residing at the centre.The centre is equipped with key facilities including an observation platform, boardwalk and a visitor centre.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Lagenda
  • Hotel Samila
  • Hotel Lee Gardens
  • May Fair Hotel
  • Hsiang Garden Hotel
  • Hotel O Hotel Ramai
  • Hotel O London
  • OYO 1030 Nak Hotel
  • Hotel Sandakan
  • Resort Lodge
  • Premier Inn Sandakan
  • Sanbay Hotel

and 27 more pickup points

Please be ready at hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the pick up time. Our guide will announce your name at the lobby area for pick up.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Please be ready at hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the pick up time. Our guide will announce your name at the lobby area for pick up. Should you require further assistance please contact our hotline at +603 2330 3300

Cancellation

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Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

  • Dress code is casual & comfortable walking shoes

  • Journey from BKI/SDK via flight will takes approximately 30-40 Minutes or v.v.

  • Orang Utan feeding at 1000Hrs and 1500Hrs daily, Orang Utan sightings are not guaranteed as they roam freely in their natural Habitat.

  • No food drinks and bags bigger than 6 inch size bag allowed inside the Sepilok Orang Utan Centre.

  • Please do not wear bright colored attire as it attracts curiosity of the Orang Utan.

Traveller ratings

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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre & Sepilok Orang Utan Rehab Centre Tour

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