Sandakan: Wild Cruise Ticket in Sunrise, Sunset or Night

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Overview

  • Duration:2 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:1 - 8 guests
  • Tour Type:Group tour
  • Language:English
  • Start from:Lepit Jetty, Kinabatangan River
  • End at:Lepit Jetty, Kinabatangan River
  • Payments:Pay Advance
  • Cancellation:None refundable
Embark on a wildlife cruise along the Kinabatangan River. Choose between a sunrise or sunset cruise and spot proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and pygmy elephants and other in their natural reserve.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of spotting wildlife in natural habitat inside biosphere reserve
  • Choose between a sunrise or sunset, or night cruise for a unique experience
  • See proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and pygmy elephants among other
  • Admire the beauty of the Bornean rainforest and mangrove life from sandakan
  • Enjoy a relaxing boat river along the Kinabatangan River

Includes/Excludes

  • Admission ticket to kinabatangan cruise river activity
  • Instructor and captain of the boat
  • Sightseeing boat tour
  • Wildlife spotting
  • Docking fee
  • Meals or drinks
  • Personal expense

Itinerary

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Arrival & Briefing

Take a river tour and let the timeless sunset, sunrise, or nighttime views of the Kinabatangan River sweep you off your feet — cruise ticket included. The UNESCO has officially designated the floodplain surrounding Malaysia's Kinabatangan River, the second longest river in the country, as a biosphere reserve for wildlife conservation.

Cast Off & Enter the River Realm Adventure

Experience the magic of the Kinabatangan River on a cruise at sunrise, sunset, or under the stars. As the dark Bornean jungle light fades, the river comes to life with fauna. Hop on a boat and keep your eyes peeled for a wildlife doing its best and opportunity to spot proboscis monkeys, orangutans, and Bornean pygmy elephants, along with hornbills and long-tailed macaques. Choose your preferred time and embark on a journey through this Unesco biosphere reserve.

The Golden Hour Safari

Cruise the river, enjoy the mangrove life, and, if necessary, relax at a local restaurant. Bring your camera to record the stunning splendour of this one-of-a-kind wildlife encounter. once this is completed return back to the meeting point.

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Customer reviews

adolph5000's avatar
adolph5000
On December 26, 2025

Budget tour, best for us! would definitely recommend.

from50 $ 33 $ /person
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Frequently asked questions

How long the duration of the river cruise?

The sunrise and sunset river cruise lasts approximately 2 hours, while the night river tour has a duration of 1 hour.

What will happen if there is a lot of rain or a natural disaster right before the tour?

If a natural disaster causes a flood or there is considerable rainfall prior to the start of the tour, we retain the right to cancel the river trip for safety reasons. In this case, travellers can request a refund or reschedule their trip time.

Which will be the best way to get here via public transport?

It is necessary to have personal transportation either rental car or use a taxi service to get to this area, there are no scheduled bus services available.

What happens if it rains heavily during the tour?

Because the weather condition can be unpredictable, the weather could change. So, it's best to have a poncho or raincoat ready just in case.

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