• 5D4N Danum Valley Field Centre – Nature Lover Experience (Budget)

5D4N Danum Valley Field Centre – Nature Lover Experience (Budget)

RM6,035.00
Price From : RM6,035.00
Tour Code : ABLD-DVFC03
Region : Danum Valley
Duration : 5 Days 4 Nights
Minimum : 2 Pax

5D4N Wings & Wonder

Danum Valley Field Centre

OVERVIEW

Discover the ancient allure of Borneo's rainforests with a visit to the Danum Valley Conservation Area, one of the world's most biodiverse environments set in a 130-million-year-old tropical rainforest. Based at the Danum Valley Field Centre (DVFC), renowned for its pivotal research and conservation efforts, you'll have the unique opportunity to tailor your daily activities with the guidance of experienced naturalists, making each day's exploration a personalized adventure.

Your days at Danum Valley will be filled with guided treks through lush rainforest paths where you might spot rare wildlife such as orangutans, clouded leopards, pygmy elephants, and vibrant birdlife. Birdwatching enthusiasts will be thrilled by the chance to see the 7 hornbill species of Borneo, making it a perfect destination for birding and bird photography. Educational night safaris reveal the forest's nocturnal inhabitants, offering a unique perspective on the area's biodiversity.

For those seeking a tranquil dawn experience, early morning drives to Bukit Atur provide breathtaking sunrise views over the dense rainforest canopies. This tour promises nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and wildlife photographers an enriching escape into nature’s untouched beauty, providing ample opportunities to connect with the primal elements of one of the planet's most diverse ecosystems.

INFORMATION

Check-in time: 11:30 Hrs

Check-out time: 10:30 Hrs

ACCOMMODATION

SUPERIOR DELUXE

  • Twin Bed
  • Attached Bathroom with Heated Shower
  • Air Conditioned
  • Pillow, Blanket, Towel, Soap & Tissue
  • Refrigerator
  • Cupboard
  • Sofa
  • Working Table

DELUXE RESTHOUSE

  • Twin Bed
  • Attached Bathroom with Heated Shower
  • Air Conditioned
  • Pillow, Blanket, Towel, Soap & Tissue
  • Working Table

STANDARD RESTHOUSE

  • Twin Bed
  • Attached Bathroom with Heated Shower
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Pillow, Blanket, Towel, Soap & Tissue
  • Cupboard
  • Working Table

DORMITORY

  • Dormitory Bunk Beds (48 Male ; 48 Female)
  • Common Bathroom
  • Wall Fan
  • Pillow, Blanket & Towel

MEALS SUPPLY

Malaysian home-style breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets are served at the dining hall. Vegetarian options are provided upon request.

Complimentary coffee and tea are available all day at the dining hall.

  • Breakfast: 07:00 Hrs – 08:00 Hrs
  • Lunch: 12:00 Hrs – 13:00 Hrs
  • Dinner: 19:00 Hrs – 20:00 Hrs

GENERATOR SUPPLY (ELECTRICITY)

  • ON: 07:00 Hrs
  • OFF: 23:00 Hrs

Pricing Tables

Travel Period: 01 January 2024 till 31 March 2025

INTERNATIONAL MARKET
Room Type Categories Price Per Person
Dormitory Adult
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 9,095
6,820
Adult
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 8,595
6,445
Adult
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 8,050
6,035
Adult Traveller
I am travelling alone
MYR 11,135
8,350
Child
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Standard Renthouse Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 9,555
7,165
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 9,000
6,750
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 8,500
6,375
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 12,915
9,685
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package
Deluxe Renthouse Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 9,770
7,325
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 9,230
6,920
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 8,715
6,535
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 13,320
9,990
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package
Superior Deluxe Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 10,055
7,540
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 9,530
7,145
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 9,000
6,750
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 13,900
10,425
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package

MALAYSIA MARKET
Room Type Categories Price Per Person
Dormitory Adult
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 7,115
5,335
Adult
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 6,460
4,845
Adult
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 6,060
4,545
Adult Traveller
I am travelling alone
MYR 9,235
6,925
Child
I am accompanying a group of adults
MYR 9,280
15% Off from Adult Package
Standard Renthouse Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 7,350
5,510
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 6,700
5,025
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 6,290
4,715
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 10,155
7,615
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package
Deluxe Renthouse Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 7,420
5,565
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 6,780
5,085
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 6,370
4,775
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 10,320
7,740
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package
Superior Deluxe Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 2 - 3 pax
MYR 7,520
5,640
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 4 - 6 pax
MYR 6,880
5,160
Adult
Twin/Triple Share
I have a group of 7 pax and above
MYR 6,460
4,845
Adult Traveller
Single Occupancy
I am travelling alone
MYR 10,500
7,875
Child
With Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
15% Off from Adult Package
Child
No Extra Mattress
I am accompanying a group of adults
25% Off from Adult Package

Itinerary

Day 1: Lahad Datu / Danum Valley Field Centre / Night Safari Drive

  • 09:30 Hrs: Start your adventure with a convenient pick-up from your hotel lobby or Lahad Datu Airport for a 2½ hour journey to Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA), passing by diverse and ancient forest landscapes.
  • Register and check in at the DVCA Reception & Information Building, followed by a quick briefing from your guide.
  • Enjoy lunch at the dining hall while you discuss with your guide on your activities for the next few days.
  • Please take note that this itinerary only serves as a sample. You are encouraged to consult with your guide on tailoring your itinerary according to your interests.
  • Relax or take a power nap before embarking on a mid-afternoon walk around the centre where you may have the opportunity to spot wildlife like orangutan, red leaf monkeys, sambar deer, hornbills, and more.
  • 19:00 Hrs: Dinner at the Dining Hall.
  • After dinner, head out for a 4x4 night safari drive as the nocturnal world comes alive in the dark. Here, you can sit back and relax while your guide scans the dark for flickering eyes.

Day 2: Nature & Wildlife Observation / Guided Trek / Night Jungle Walk

  • 06:00 Hrs: Early morning nature and wildlife observation walk to experience the rainforest’s ancient ecosystem.
  • Return to the centre for breakfast.
  • After breakfast, you have the option to venture out on a nature trail or spend the morning free and easy.
  • Spend the late morning unwinding before lunch.
  • After lunch, head off on another trek through the forest. There are various trails around the centre that you can explore – your nature guide will discuss this with you.
  • Return to the centre in the evening, just in time to watch the sunset!
  • After dinner, venture out on a night walk with your guide in search of nocturnal wildlife.

Day 3: Danum Valley Exploration / Night Jungle Walk

  • Immerse yourself in the 130-million-year-old rainforest with a full day of nature exploration, wildlife spotting, and bird watching.
  • Explore different trails around the centre or challenge yourself to a longer trail depending on your fitness level, as assessed by your guide.
  • Return to the centre in the late evening to freshen up and have dinner.
  • After dinner, embark on another night walk with your guide.

Day 4: Nature & Wildlife Observation / Night Jungle Walk

  • Another full day dedicated to exploring the forest with your guide, with continuous opportunities to encounter wildlife and enjoy bird watching.
  • Some of the trails may take you to a riverside beach along Segama River – did you know there were beaches in the rainforest?
  • In the evening, return to the centre to prepare for dinner.
  • After dinner, you may head out on your last night walk for a last chance to spot nocturnal wildlife.

Day 5: Bukit Atur Sunrise Drive / Early Morning Trek / Departure

  • Rise early for a 4x4 drive at dusk to catch the sunrise atop Bukit Atur.
  • Alternatively, you have the option to embark on a final morning jungle walk instead.
  • Return to the centre for breakfast and to pack up your belongings.
  • 09:30 Hrs: Check out of Danum Valley Field Centre and transfer to Lahad Datu – your tour ends here.

Things To Bring

  • Comfortable cotton T-shirts paired with outdoor pants (breathable, quick-dry material in earthy tones)
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Cap or hat
  • Insect Repellent
  • Good Trekking Shoes
  • Leech Socks
  • Head lamp or flashlight
  • Drybag or waterproof bag(to keep trek bag content dry)
  • Swimwear
  • Binoculars
  • Personal First Aid Kit, Toiletries, and Medications

Before departing from Lahad Datu, you may ask your driver to take you to a local sundry shop to buy “adidas kampung”, locally made rubber shoes that are considered to be the ideal footwear for trekking through Bornean tropical terrain.

Important Things to Note

  • This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
  • Activities are subject to weather conditions and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations.
  • Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
  • Phone and internet coverage is available but extremely limited. Be prepared to be without phone coverage for the duration of your trip.
  • Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.

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