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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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
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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
Optional Activities
- Explore the waterfront and local vegetable, spice and fish markets
- Try local dishes like Sarawak laksa and kolok mee
Landmarks
Kuching Waterfront
Day 2
Bako National Park
Included Activities
- Bako National Park - Wildlife Trail Trek
Landmarks
Bako National Park
Kampung Bako
Day 3
Kuching
Included Activities
- Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
Optional Activities
- Watch tambang ferries at the riverbank
- Explore Chinese-influenced hawker markets for dinner and local seafood
Landmarks
Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
Day 4
Kuching to Gunung Mulu National Park
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked dinner prepared by the Berawan people with signature jungle dishes like Pansoh (fish or chicken cooked in bamboo) or Midin (sauteed wild fern))
Included Activities
- Mulu National Park - Berawan people family visit and home-cooked dinner
Optional Activities
- Self-guided trail around Mulu National Park
- World's longest canopy walkway
Landmarks
Gunung Mulu National Park
Day 5
Gunung Mulu National Park
Included Activities
- Mulu National Park - Deer & Lang Caves
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration during free morning
Landmarks
Deer Cave
Gunung Mulu National Park
Day 6
Gunung Mulu National Park
Meals
Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner (Local dinner)
Included Activities
- Mulu National Park - Wind & Clearwater Caves
- Mulu National Park - Longboat ride along the Melinau & Terikan Rivers
Landmarks
Clearwater Cave
Wind Cave
Day 7
Gunung Mulu National Park to Limbang
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at a ranger station)
Included Activities
- Mulu National Park - Guided trek along Headhunters' Trails
Landmarks
Headhunter's Trail
Day 8
Limbang to Labuan Island
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Beach relaxation
- Reading
Landmarks
Labuan Island
Day 9
Labuan Island to Kota Kinabalu
Optional Activities
- Final celebration meal at the night market with fresh grilled seafood
Landmarks
Kota Kinabalu
Day 10
Kota Kinabalu
Optional Activities
- Sabah State Museum - MYR15
- Mari Mari Cultural Village
- Island exploration off Kota Kinabalu for swimming and snorkelling
Landmarks
Sabah State Museum
Mari Mari Cultural Village
Day 11
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked local flavors), Dinner (Home-cooked meal with host family)
Included Activities
- Kg Lobong-Lobong - Village walking tour
- Kg Lobong-Lobong - Orchid farm
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Day 12
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked meal), Dinner (Community cooking experience with hosts)
Included Activities
- Kg Lobong-Lobong - Village farming activities
- Kg Lobong-Lobong - Community cooking experience
- Kg Lobong-Lobong - Cultural performance
Landmarks
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village
Day 13
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village to Kinabalu National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mt Kinabalu National Park - Mt Kinabalu Climb
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Kinabalu National Park
Timpohon Gate
Laban Rata
Day 14
Kinabalu National Park
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Laban Rata)
Included Activities
- Mt Kinabalu National Park - Mt Kinabalu Climb
Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Day 15
Kinabalu National Park to Kinabatangan River
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Kinabatangan River - Afternoon Wildlife Cruise
- Kinabatangan River - Night jungle walk
Landmarks
Kinabatangan River
Bilit
Day 16
Kinabatangan River
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Kinabatangan River - Fish Trap Making & Story Telling
- Kinabatangan River - Dawn Wildlife Cruise
Landmarks
Kinabatangan River
Day 17
Kinabatangan River to Sepilok
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sepilok - Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Optional Activities
- Sepilok - Sun Bear Conservation Centre - MYR50
- Sepilok - Rainforest Discovery Centre - MYR20
- Sepilok - Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - MYR120
Landmarks
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center
Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 18
Sandakan to Turtle Island
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Turtle Island - Turtle Island Marine Park
- Turtle Island - Turtle Hatchery Visit
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Snorkelling - MYR35 (snorkel hire)
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks
Turtle Island Marine Park
Day 19
Sandakan
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Agnes Keith House - MYR15
- Sandakan War Memorial and Japanese POW camp museum
- St Michael's & All Angels Church - MYR10
- Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple - Free
Landmarks
Agnes Keith House
Sandakan War Memorial
St Michael's & All Angels Church
Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple
Day 20
Sandakan
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Kuching Waterfront

Landmarks
Bako National Park
Kampung Bako

Landmarks
Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

Landmarks
Gunung Mulu National Park

Landmarks
Deer Cave
Gunung Mulu National Park

Landmarks
Clearwater Cave
Wind Cave

Landmarks
Headhunter's Trail

Landmarks
Labuan Island

Landmarks
Kota Kinabalu

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Sabah State Museum
Mari Mari Cultural Village

Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu

Landmarks
Kg Lobong-Lobong Village

Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu
Kinabalu National Park
Timpohon Gate
Laban Rata

Landmarks
Mt Kinabalu

Landmarks
Kinabatangan River
Bilit

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 Michael's & All Angels Church
Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple

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Overall rating based on 7 Reviews

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Accommodation
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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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Anonymous
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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Anonymous
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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Anonymous
July 23rd, 2010
An excellent itinerary. I would change nothing.
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July 22nd, 2010
An excellent itinerary, only one thing I would change.
Traveled in June 2010

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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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