Kota Kinabalu - Sipadan - Sandakan - Sukau The superb natural world of Sabah on the great island of Borneo awaits you on this very special private tour. All the mystery and magic of Malaysia is captured within the state of Sabah. Here are exotic wildlife-rich rainforests and rivers, habitat of orang-utans and Proboscis monkeys - and offshore islands that offer some of South-East Asia's finest diving amid superb coral and marine life. Day 1 London /Kota Kinabalu Depart London Heathrow by Malaysia Airlines. Day 2 Kota Kinabalu After changing at Kuala Lumpur, fly to Kota Kinabalu and transfer to the Likas Square Business Suites for overnight (No meals). Day 3 Kota Kinabalu/Sipadan-Mabul Resort Early morning transfer to the airport for the 45-minute flight to Tawau and overland journey (60 minutes) to Semporna Jetty, where a 40-minute speedboat crossing brings you to the little 27-room Sipadan-Mabul Resort, overlooking the beautiful waters of the Celebes Sea and with traditionally-styled beach chalet accommodation, complete with private shower and air-conditioning! After lunch, transfer to Sipadan, Mabul or Kapalai Island (approx. 15 minutes) for your first orientation dive amid a matchless setting of crystal seas, pristine beaches, coral-rich underwater overhangs, caverns, funnels and ledges alive with brilliantly-hued fish. 4 nights Sipadan-Mabul Resort (Full Board). Days 4/6 Sipadan-Mabul Resort Three days (longer stays can be arranged) to enjoy this wonderful natural environment, with three boat dives daily included in your arrangements in this idyllic location. Day 7 Sipadan-Mabul Resort/Sandakan After lunch transfer by speedboat to Semporna Jetty, continuing by road to Tawau airport for the 40-minute flight to Sandakan for an overnight at the Sabah Hotel (deluxe room with breakfast). Day 8 Sandakan/Sukau Morning visit to the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary to see the feeding of the orangutans being prepared for return to the wild. A visit is also made to the Rainforest Interpretation Centre with its fascinating plant exhibits and garden of endemic trees. Continue to Sukau (80 miles), arriving for lunch at Sukau Rainforest Lodge on the banks of the great Kinabatangan river. In the afternoon enjoy a 2-hour river cruise in search of the extraordinary Proboscis monkeys, as well as orang-utan and many beautiful bird species. Overnight Sukau Rainforest Lodge (Full Board). Day 9 Kinabatangan River Wake up to the calls of gibbons and hornbills! After an early breakfast take a morning cruise to the Kelenanap oxbow lake for a short lakeside jungle walk in quest of wildlife in this beautiful wilderness setting. After lunch there's a further river tour, downstream this time, to seek out more wildlife. Come nightfall you can also enjoy an optional night walk or river cruise to look for nocturnal animals. Overnight Sukau Rainforest Lodge. Day 10 Kinabatangan River/ Kota Kinabalu After breakfast take a 20-minute trek through the rainforest to the entrance of the famous Gomantong Caves. Explore the vast chambers in search of their rich fauna that includes bats, swiftlets and crabs. Continue to Sandakan for lunch and a brief city tour before your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Transfer on arrival to the Likas Square Business Suites for overnight. Day 11 Kota Kinabalu/London or Manchester Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur and connecting overnight Malaysia Airlines flight. Day 12 London or Manchester Morning arrival London Heathrow or Manchester. More Hotel Information     Aerial View - Kota Kinabalu     Sipadan Island     Diving     Orang Utan     Hornbill     Kinabatangan River TOUR PRICES (valid until 31 March 2009) from £1632 per person (single supplement £595) Supplements apply for July/December departures - details on request Price Includes: Economy Class round-trip flights from London to Kota Kinabalu and Onward to Tawau and Sandakan as detailed • 9 nights in shared twin accommodation • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily at Sipadan-Mabul Resort and Sukau Rainforest Lodge • 11 boat dives while at Sipadan-Mabul Resort, with use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt • Private car transfers/tours as detailed • Entrance fees • Airport Departure Tax • Assistance of our local representatives. Price Excludes: • Personal insurance and any special insurance for activity sports • Government taxes • Tips, porterage and expenses of a personal nature. A valid passport (minimum validity 6 months from return date) is required. Clients must be fully insured from the time of booking. Inclusive Prices From London We will be pleased to make inclusive arrangements from London or other points in the United Kingdom based on the most attractive air fares available. Full details on request.