Tour Code    : CFT/SAB/TWU – 01

Duration : 5D4N

Highlights : Lost World of Maliau Basin (Tawau)

Sample Itinerary

Day 1

0700 – 0745hrs Malaysia Airlines flight MH2121 from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (ETD 0700 / ETA 0745)

0800hrs Meet at Tawau Airport / hotel & overland transfer to Maliau Basin. Journey will take approximately 5 – 6 hours from Tawau to Base Camp. Early brunch along the way.

1400hrs Expected arrival time & overnight at Agathis Camp. Afternoon at leisure to wander around Agathis Camp’s Nature Trail. After dinner (if weather permits) go for a night drive in search of nocturnal animals through the 27km access road along the Agathis Camp to Belian Camp.

Day 2

0700hrs After breakfast, begin the 7km trekking through the rainforest to reach the Nepenthes Camp (also known as Camel Trophy Camp). This will take about 6 hours of trekking over the rim of the Basin. The first two hours is the most challenging uphill trek for this adventure. Stop for packed lunch and relax enjoying the surrounding rich vegetation.

1300hrs Expected arrival at Nepenthes Camp.

1400hrs Walk to the Giluk Falls is about 1 hour away and back to Camel Trophy Camp. A dip in the pool is possible or walk to the spectacular Takob Akob Falls, (about 100m in height) which is about 2 hours away and back.

1700hrs Dinner. Overnight at Nepenthes Camp.

Day 3

0700hrs After breakfast trek along the lowland Dipterocarp Forests for about 5 – 6 hours to Ginseng Camp. Have your packed lunch along the way.

1300hrs Expected arrival at Ginseng Camp.

1400hrs Start your journey to Maliau Falls via Lobah Camp. Take your camera and take some shots of the majestic 7-tiers Maliau Falls. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Maliau Basin rim at the Lobah Helipad.

1700hrs Dinner. Overnight at Nepenthes Camp.

Day 4

0700hrs After breakfast , trek along the forest making your way back to Agathis Camp. This will take about 6 – 7 hours trekking. Stop for packed lunch at any rest station before continuing your trek to Agathis Camp.

1300hrs Settle in at the Agathis Camp for the last night of the adventure in the forest.

Day 5

0700hrs Breakfast and depart Agathis Camp for Tawau Airport / hotel.

1400hrs Expected arrival at Tawau Airport / hotel. Recommended to take Malaysia Airlines flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu (MH2134, ETD 1440 / ETA 1525)

*IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • Guests MUST submit a copy of their latest Personal Insurance Policy that covers emergency Helicopter evacuation.

  • Special permission is needed and separate charges are levied for professional photography or filming.

  • Guests MUST submit their latest Fitness Certificate confirmed by a physician or doctor.

  • Guests are to be accompanied by a guide at all times and not allowed to wander off on their own.

  • Porter Service (guests are encouraged to carry their own backpack) can be engaged at the Agathis Camp.
  • Personal Porter will assist guests and provide general help around the camp.
  • Maximum of 12kg per Porter.