11 DAY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR UNBEATABLE EX MEL $ PER PERSON 1999 TWIN SHARE TYPICALLY $3299

KOTA KINABALU • • RIVER

THE OFFER Animal lovers assemble! This 11 day discovery tour is full to the brim with local flora and fauna, landmark highlights, and plenty of free time to get out and explore the 11 DAY STANDARD TOUR island’s cities. It doesn’t stop there, you will also be given the ultimate gift of visiting beautiful national parks and local communities, enjoying a sneak peek into the local Bornean way of life. $1999 This tour will bring you up close to an array of Borneo’s amazing animals. See the way the locals care for the welfare of their native animals at wildlife sanctuaries across the island. See the world’s smallest bear at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, experience an intimate morning orangutan feeding in the forest, and spend time exploring the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary. Prepare to be visually blown away when driving through the , with great scenic visuals of the range’s highest peak, . Plus, enjoy leisurely days in exotic Kota Kinabalu, snorkel in translucent blue water at , and indulge in fish foot massages, plus enjoy up to three exciting river cruises where you have a chance to spot unique animals in the wild. Includes return international flights, nine nights quality hotel and lodge accommodation, 23 meals (including dinner in an English-style tea house), English speaking tour guides, and more.

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THE ITINERARY Day 1 Australia - Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Day 4 Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Today depart from Melbourne for Kota Kinabalu, Borneo! Today depart after breakfast to the Mari-Mari Cultural Village. Fly with either , Malaysian Airlines or The village is located about 25 minutes away from the city. The Singapore Airlines (subject to availability). Upon arrival you journey will explore tropical jungles and local villages. After will be met by a tour representative and transferred to the arriving at Mari-Mari take in the colours of cultural diversity, hotel. where you can savour the soul of . Enjoy a tour of the Please note: local ethnic communities’ traditional homes, with culinary, craft and dance demonstrations. - Due to flight scheduling and availability, most customers will arrive at approximately 1:00am (technically day 2). Each home was built by descendants of the tribes they represent and offer a truly genuine experience. Not only does - Some flights may also depart day 2 and arrive day 2. this village portray these tribes through the architectural Overnight: Dreamtel Hotel or similar, Kota Kinabalu genius of their traditional house, but also through a range Meals included: In-Flight of simulated lives of the olden epoch by the residents of the village. Acquaint yourself with each tribe as they welcome you into their house and simple yet intricate lives. While traversing Day 2 Kota Kinabalu Free Day the village, find demonstration huts along the main houses in Today is yours to enjoy free at leisure. Perhaps explore the which daily activities of old times come to life. There is plenty local markets or relax at the hotel. to do for everyone; the making of a blowpipe, starting a fire with just a bamboo tree, tattoo-making and more. Experience Overnight: Dreamtel Hotel or similar, Kota Kinabalu an unforgettable encounter of the Sabahan homeland. Lunch Meals included: Breakfast will be at Mari Mari Cultural Village. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before visiting the night markets Day 3 Manukan Island where dinner will be served at a local restaurant. Today after breakfast you will transfer to Jesselton Point Jetty Overnight: Dreamtel Hotel or similar, Kota Kinabalu to catch a boat to Manukan Island. Enjoy a day of swimming Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner and snorkelling around the tropical island, as well as a buffet lunch. At approximately 4:00pm you will return to the mainland and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight: Dreamtel Hotel or similar, Kota Kinabalu Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner

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THE ITINERARY Day 5 Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park - Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner War Memorial Park - (approx. 100km day) Day 7 Sunrise Ox Bow River Cruise - Gomantong Cave - This morning after breakfast, drive through the scenic Afternoon Kinabatangan Cruise Crocker Range to the Kinabalu National Park. On the way Wake up early this morning for a sunrise Ox Bow cruise to stop at Nabalu Village market to browse for local handicrafts, search for more wildlife. Cruise for approximately one hour souvenirs and snacks. Continue onwards to Kinabalu National before enjoying a jungle walk into the rainforest. Then head Park for a guided walk in the Botanical Garden in search of back to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, you will visit native plants and wild orchids. Gomantong Cave, famed for its edible birds nests. Exploring Afterwards continue to the Park. further, arrive at the opening of Simud Hitam cavern and The park is made up of four beautiful gardens: the Australian enter the cave system from the boardwalk. At midday, you will Garden, the English Garden, the Borneo Garden and the return to the lodge for lunch and have the opportunity for a Contemplation Garden and Pool, which represent the second river cruise in search of more wildlife. Alternatively, different nationalities involved in the Borneo campaign during you can relax and enjoy leisure time at the lodge. World War 2. Afterwards travel onwards to Ranau and check Overnight: Borneo Nature Lodge or similar, Sukau into the hotel. Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner Overnight: Garden or similar, Ranau

Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner Day 8 Depart to Sandakan - Sepilok/SunBear - Sandakan (approx. 30km day) Day 6 Sabah Tea - Sukau - Kinabatangan River Cruise After breakfast, depart to Sandakan to visit the Sepilok (approx. 250km day) Orangutan Centre. Upon arrival proceed to the outdoor After breakfast, enjoy a fish spa (foot massage) at Kampung nursery to witness the amazing conservation work being done Luanti before transferring to the Sukau Jetty for your boat for orangutans. The nursery is where young orangutans are ride to Borneo Nature lodge. Enjoy a complimentary drink taught valuable life skills under the close supervision of their on arrival before lunch. Later, relax on a late afternoon river human carers. Then head to the feeding platform to witness cruise in search of Proboscis Monkeys, Macaques and other the semi-wild orangutans who are at the final stage of the fascinating wildlife that gather along the Kinabatangan River rehabilitation process before they will return into the wild. - the longest river in Sabah. On return to the lodge dinner will Next visit the audio visual room where you will enjoy a short be served. video presentation to further understand the objective of Overnight: Borneo Nature Lodge or similar, Sukau Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Afterwards proceed to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation

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THE ITINERARY Centre, home to the world’s smallest bear. Enjoy lunch back at the hotel before enjoying a city tour to explore the various landmarks of Sandakan. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the English Tea House. Overnight: Sabah Hotel or similar, Sandakan Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner

Day 9 Labuk Bay Proboscis Sanctuary and Rainforest Discovery Centre After breakfast, depart to the Labuk Bay Proboscis Sanctuary. Witness the morning feeding of the proboscis monkey and afterwards continue onwards to the Rainforest Discovery Centre to enjoy a guided walk of the botanical gardens and the canopy walkway. This evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Sabah Hotel or similar, Sandakan Meals included: Breakfast;Lunch;Dinner

Day 10 Sandakan, Borneo - Australia Today at the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight back to Australia. Meals included: Breakfast;In-Flight

Day 11 Arrive in Australia

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TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR ESSENTIALS Explore Kota Kinabalu, Ranau, Sukau and more Sightseeing and entrance fees Enjoy a day free at leisure in exotic Kota Kinabalu English speaking tour guides Go snorkelling at serene Manukan Island in Sabah Airline taxes and surcharges Delve into Borneo’s past at Mari Mari Cultural Village TRANSPORT Enjoy the scenic views on a drive through Crocker Range Transportation by private A/C vehicles Shop for handicrafts and souvenirs at Nabalu Village markets TRANSFERS Enjoy a guided walk in Kinabalu National Park Return airport transfers Search for exotic flora and fauna native to Borneo Visit the historic Kundasang War Memorial Park Experience a fish spa (foot massage) at Kampung Luanti Enjoy up to 3 cruises along the Kinabatangan River Search for Proboscis Monkeys, Macaques and more Marvel at the spectacular limestone Gomantong Cave Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre Witness a morning orangutan feeding in the forest See the world’s smallest bear at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Enjoy a guided city tour of Sandakan Visit the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkeys Sanctuary Tour the fascinating Rainforest Discovery Centre FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) ex MEL ACCOMMODATION 9 nights quality hotel and lodge accommodation DINING Enjoy 23 meals, including a dinner in a English style teahouse

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*Please note: all information provided in FLIGHTS similar this brochure is subject to both change and - Sukau: Borneo Nature Lodge or similar availability. Prior to purchase please check Full Service Airline(s) Used the current deal for up-to-date information. Royal Brunei Airlines, Malaysian Airlines Extra Nights If you have already purchased this deal, or Singapore Airlines plus any codeshare the terms and conditions on your Purchase partners (subject to availability). Not available. Confirmation apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure. Please note: One way flights can not be Maximum Room Capacity accommodated. Travellers must take all BOOKING INFORMATION included flights within the package, and 2 People After purchase, you will receive a receipt any flights intentionally forfeited will and a Purchase Confirmation, directing result in later flights being subject to Child Policy you to an online Passenger Information cancellation. - No child discounts. Full price applies for Form. The Passenger Information Form all children travelling with their parents. must be completed within 72 hours of Arrive early purchase. - Valid for Children 8 years old and over. Not available. Any special requests, preferences and Please note: Children must be optional extras MUST be clearly stated Stay behind accompanied by a responsible adult in your Passenger Information Form. 18 years old and over to travel. No Not available. Any change requested after submitting unaccompanied minors allowed. your Passenger Information Form cannot Stopover Packages be guaranteed, is strictly subject to Triple Share availability and will incur surcharges as Not available. outlined in the Schedule of Fees below. Not available. Flight Class Upgrades On purchasing this Travel Offer you Bedding Configuration are bound by the General Terms and - Premium Economy: Not available Conditions, in addition to the specific Twin or Double bedding (subject to - Business Class (International sectors terms and conditions outlined in this availability). only): Buy now for $1699 per person Important Information. Please note: Adjoining / Interconnecting Rooms Please note: all additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant - All Premium Economy and Business Subject to availability and at the hotels in AUD (unless otherwise stated). Class upgrades are subject to availability discretion. Please enquire on booking if (if we are not able to fulfill your business you require this option. OFFER ESSENTIALS class request the upgrade cost will be refunded). GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 20th June 2020. - On any upgrade purchase, short haul Minimum group size 16, maximum group flights and domestic flight sectors are size 20 per vehicle. This travel offer is priced for one person not guaranteed in a Premium or Business based on twin share cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. EXCLUSIONS

- Visa fees and requirements (A 90 day Single Traveller Supplement ACCOMMODATION tourist visa will be granted upon arrival For solo travellers a mandatory single Accommodation Used into Borneo if travelling on an Australian supplement of $500 applies. Passport) 3-4 Star (self-rated) - Meals/beverages not stated in the Departure Dates (2020) - Kota Kinabalu: Dreamtel Hotel or itinerary Please see TripADeal website for current similar - Malaysian Tourism Tax: 10 RM (approx. departure dates. - Sandakan: Sabah Hotel or similar $3.50 AUD) per room per night collected Departure Cities 2-3 Star Adventure Lodge/Jungle Resort on tour. (self-rated) Melbourne - Optional activities/tours - Ranau: Sabah Tea Garden Cottages or

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- Personal expenses CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES cannot guarantee that we will always be able to. - Travel insurance (Mandatory) Kota Kinabalu: Luggage: Please note: A comprehensive travel As part of the Sabah area, Kota Kinabalu Insurance policy must be organised features a typical equatorial climate You will be responsible for all your BEFORE all details can be finalised. with constant temperatures. Kota personal belongings whilst on the tour. Kinabalu’s average temperature ranges With regards to luggage, you must carry OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION from 26°C to 28°C. April and May are your own luggage from the coach to TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER the hottest months, while January is the the hotel room and back to the coach. coolest one. The average annual rainfall The driver will assist with the uploading Tour Guide: is around 2,400mm and varies markedly and off-loading of the luggage from the Often locals with intimate knowledge of throughout the year coach. an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing FLIGHTS OTHER the tour, and seeing that people have a Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Fitness Level Required / Mobility: good time. They are a licensed, qualified Points: Our vehicles are not equipped with expert who supplies specific information At TripADeal we do not arrange seat wheelchair access, so unfortunately on history, art, architecture and culture selection. It is important to highlight our tours are currently not suitable for of the city/village/attraction in which that some Airlines do not allow pre- wheelchair users and those less mobile. he or she is guiding the tour. The guide selected seats. We strongly suggest you meets the group at the required place Please note: a general level of fitness will contact the Airline directly with seating and leaves the group at the end of the be required. If you have any concerns allocation requirements and or arrive tour, they do not travel with the group. please consult your healthcare provider at the airport earlier to arrange your prior to purchase/travel. seating. While we do not add frequent Tour Leader: flyer member details to bookings, you Yellow Fever: An experienced person tasked with can do this directly with the Airline once ensuring the smooth operation of tours, you have your flight information. A valid international certificate of as well as providing practical support to vaccination against Yellow Fever is passengers throughout the whole trip. Passport Validity: required in many countries. You may Their role primarily includes assisting need to present this on arrival at Customers are required to provide with accommodation, transportation the airport or border crossing. Some valid passport details either at the time between locations, and communication countries will refuse entry if you are of purchase, or no later than 45 days with tour guides in each stop. A tour unable to present your certificate. prior to departure date. Failure to do leader may provide general guidance It’s also quite common for your home so may result in cancellation of the around a city or village, and offer country to request a Yellow Fever booking. In this instance customers will information on the place visited on the certificate on your arrival back home. be responsible for any costs and fees bus, however they are not required incurred. to have specific knowledge on art, It is your responsibility to check architecture, or history. They are not with your doctor well in advance of COACH TOUR allowed to provide a guided tour or leaving home about the Yellow Fever commentary of a city/village/attraction Meals: requirements for the countries you’ll be once there and if caught doing so, can be 23 meals are included in the tour, for all visiting. fined. other meals; lunches and dinners the Gratuities / Tipping: Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not tour leader (when available) will offer a standard inclusion in all travel offers. assistance with reservations, suggestions Gratuities (tips) are not included in the Tour leaders/guides will only be made and directions to local restaurants. It is tour price for services of the tour leader available when particularly required your responsibility to notify TripADeal of (when available) and driver throughout to enhance the experience of the any dietary requests/requirements. the tour. Tipping is optional and at the destination featured. customer’s discretion while on tour. Please note; we will do our best to meet Tipping for all services provided on tour your requests/requirements, however

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