What is the maximum number of people on theses tours? I am looking for a tour with small amounts of people. Also, if I didn't do the Mount Kinabalu climb, as im 57 years old, or though reasonably fit, what other options are there to do for those days?, when the rest of the tour are climbing the Mountain

In terms of the group size, the Min would be 1 & Max would be 16. For those that do not wish to climb Mt Kinabalu you are not obliged to, it is an option to have accommodation arranged and stay at the base of Kinabalu at Park Headquarters. The local leader can assist you in recommending some activities that you can engage while you wait for the group to return from the hike.

Is it possible to skip some difficult ones?

You have the option to skip trip activities during the trip by informing your tour leader. You also have the option to skip the Mt Kinabalu climb but if you decide to skip this hike, you will have to inform us prior to the trip departure, so that our local team can make the necessary arrangements for you.

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Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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High Intensity: Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kuching
Kuching
Optional Activities
- Explore waterfront markets (vegetable, spice, fish markets)
- Try local dishes like Sarawak laksa and kolok mee
Day 2
Bako National Park
Bako National Park
Included Activities
- Leader-led wildlife trail trek through Bako National Park jungle trails
- Wildlife spotting including proboscis monkeys, silver leaf monkeys, and Bornean bearded pigs
Landmarks
Bako National Park
Day 3
Kuching
Kuching
Included Activities
- Semenggoh Wildlife Centre visit with orangutan viewing from platform
Optional Activities
- Watch tambang ferries at the riverbank
- Explore Chinese-influenced hawker markets for dinner
Landmarks
Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
Day 4
Gunung Mulu National Park
Gunung Mulu National Park
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked dinner prepared by Berawan people featuring jungle dishes like Pansoh (fish or chicken cooked in bamboo) and Midin (sauteed wild fern))
Included Activities
- Berawan people family visit and home-cooked dinner with Pansoh (fish or chicken cooked in bamboo) and Midin (sauteed wild fern)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided trails around Gunung Mulu National Park
- World's longest canopy walkway trek
Landmarks
Gunung Mulu National Park
Day 5
Gunung Mulu National Park
Gunung Mulu National Park
Included Activities
- Afternoon forest walkway stroll
- Deer Cave sunset bat emergence viewing
Landmarks
Deer Cave
Day 6
Gunung Mulu National Park
Gunung Mulu National Park
Meals
Lunch (Picnic lunch during cave exploration)
Included Activities
- Boat ride upriver to Clearwater and Wind Caves
- Clearwater and Wind Caves exploration
- Longboat ride downriver
- Jungle hike to Camp 5 at Melinau Gorge
Landmarks
Clearwater Cave
Wind Cave
Melinau Gorge
Day 7
Limbang
Limbang
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at ranger station)
Included Activities
- Guided trek along Headhunter's Trail
- Longboat ride along Melinau and Terikan Rivers
Landmarks
Headhunter's Trail
Tutoh River
Limbang River
Day 8
Labuan Island
Labuan Island
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks
Labuan Island
Day 9
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu
Optional Activities
- Group celebration meal at night market with fresh grilled seafood
Landmarks
Kota Kinabalu
Day 10
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu
Optional Activities
- Sabah State Museum visit (entrance fee: MYR15)
- Mari Mari Cultural Village visit
- Island exploration with swimming and snorkelling nearby
Landmarks
Sabah State Museum
Mari Mari Cultural Village
Day 11
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked dinner with local host family)
Included Activities
- Village walking tour with locals
- Orchid farm visit
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Day 12
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Home-cooked community meal prepared with local hosts)
Included Activities
- Village farming activities exploration (rubber farm, pineapple farm, rice paddy)
- Community cooking experience with hosts
- Cultural performance by villagers
Day 13
Mt Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park
Mt Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mt Kinabalu Climb first stage - Timpohon Gate to Laban Rata
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Timpohon Gate
Laban Rata
Day 14
Mt Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park
Mt Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Laban Rata)
Included Activities
- Mt Kinabalu Climb second stage - summit attempt and descent to park
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Day 15
Kinabatangan River
Kinabatangan River
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Afternoon Wildlife Cruise with safari wildlife viewing
- Night jungle walk
Landmarks
Kinabatangan River
Day 16
Kinabatangan River
Kinabatangan River
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dawn Wildlife Cruise
- Fish Trap Making & Story Telling with local community guide
Landmarks
Kinabatangan River
Day 17
Sepilok
Sepilok
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre visit with feeding platform viewing
Optional Activities
- Sun Bear Conservation Centre visit (MYR50)
- Rainforest Discovery Centre visit with canopy walkways (MYR20)
Landmarks
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center
Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 18
Turtle Island
Turtle Island
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Turtle Island Marine Park visit
- Turtle Hatchery Visit and egg-laying observation at night
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling
- Beach relaxation
- Snorkel equipment hire (MYR35)
Landmarks
Turtle Island Marine Park
Day 19
Sandakan
Sandakan
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- City market visit
- Agnes Keith House visit (MYR15)
- Sandakan War Memorial visit (MYR15)
- St Michaels & All Angels Church visit (MYR10)
- Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple visit (Free)
Landmarks
Agnes Keith House
Sandakan War Memorial
St Michaels & All Angels Church
Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple
Day 20
Sandakan
Sandakan
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Bako National Park

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Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

Landmarks
Gunung Mulu National Park

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Deer Cave

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Clearwater Cave
Wind Cave
Melinau Gorge

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Headhunter's Trail
Tutoh River
Limbang River

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Labuan Island

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Kota Kinabalu

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Sabah State Museum
Mari Mari Cultural Village

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Mt Kinabalu

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Mt Kinabalu
Timpohon Gate
Laban Rata

Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu

Landmarks
Kinabatangan River

Landmarks
Kinabatangan River

Landmarks
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center
Rainforest Discovery Centre

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Turtle Island Marine Park

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Agnes Keith House
Sandakan War Memorial
St Michaels & All Angels Church
Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple

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Andrea
October 7th, 2023
It was everything I imagine it will be and more. Our guide for the first part of the tour in Sarawak was amazing. The...
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Anonymous
August 28th, 2010
We could not have seen so much without being on a tour group. Everything was well organised.
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September 22nd, 2010
This was a fantasic trip with a great mix of content, overall heaps of time to cruise and relax.
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July 27th, 2010
My overall experience was most enjoyable, but i feel personally i would enjoy a smaller group. I was also pleased...
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February 28th, 2010
I have travelled with Intrpid a number of times and have always had experiences that I would not have had without the...
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An excellent itinerary. I would change nothing.
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July 22nd, 2010
An excellent itinerary, only one thing I would change.
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What is the maximum number of people on theses tours? I am looking for a tour with small amounts of people. Also, if I didn't do the Mount Kinabalu climb, as im 57 years old, or though reasonably fit, what other options are there to do for those days?, when the rest of the tour are climbing the Mountain
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2023
  In terms of the group size, the Min would be 1 & Max would be 16. For those that do not wish to climb Mt Kinabalu you are not obliged to, it is an option to have accommodation arranged and stay at the base of Kinabalu at Park Headquarters. The local leader can assist you in recommending some activities that you can engage while you wait for the group to return from the hike.
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Is it possible to skip some difficult ones?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2023
  You have the option to skip trip activities during the trip by informing your tour leader. You also have the option to skip the Mt Kinabalu climb but if you decide to skip this hike, you will have to inform us prior to the trip departure, so that our local team can make the necessary arrangements for you.

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