The two chalets types we sell via our online shop are the standard chalet jungle view, with ceiling fan and deluxe chalet river view or jungle view, with air conditioning. Danum valley million year old rainforest borneo youtube. Popular and lesser known scenic destinations in world. Borneo eco tours has 25 years of experience in creating memorable holidays in borneo for our guests. The jungle spans millions of hectares and there are a number of places where you can get a really good rainforest experience. Book tickets online or call us for assistance with individual reservations, group bookings and private charters. Danum valley plan a trip independently to book the below trip through a company would have cost us. How to experience the borneo rainforest danum valley. Kawag danum rainforest lodge is a new jungle lodge located on the fringes of the danum valley conservation area. Alternatively browse other similar properties in borneo.
Enjoy the changing landscapes of the regenerating forests to virgin rainforests of millions years old. Nhbs hans p hazebroek, tengku zainal adlin, waidi sinun, datuk seri panglima musa haji aman, datuk sam mannan, tan sri datu khalil bin datu haji jamalul, j. Sabah, borneo has some of the worlds most pristine rainforests with one of the widest ranges of plant, bird and animal life of any ecosystem. The danum valley field centre is also home to a 50 hectare plot that has been established within the untouched primary forest and is one of the most heavily studied areas of tropical rainforest in southeast asia. If youre flying into eindhoven airport, we suggest enterprise or alamo rent a car. The daleembraces of a large vicinity of virgin woodsprosperous in flora and fauna. This luxurious lodge is an exclusive escape within one of borneos undisturbed tropical rainforest, and this 43,800 hectares of pristine gem is habitat to over 124 species of mammals, 340 species of birdlife, 56 species of amphibians and 72 species of reptiles. An awardwinning lodge, brl is located in sabahs largest protected lowland rainforest, the danum valley conservation area. Depart at 0930 hours for the scheduled transfer 2 hours to borneo rainforest lodge. Prior to may 1995, danum valley conservation area dvca was an informal protected area in the ulu segama forest reserve of primary, undisturbed, predominantly lowland rainforest with an outstanding complement of borneo flora and fauna. The danum valley conservation area is an area of virgin rainforest 108, 232 acres 438 square kilometers in the middle of the sabah part of malaysian borneo.
One of the main attractions of borneo is its ancient rainforest. The only accommodation in danum valley is borneo rainforest lodge well, not exactlyask etg for some insider info. Spot on wild orangutans and primates swinging between tree branches while making loud. Accommodation at the danum valley conservation area is provided at the borneo rainforest lodge and the danum valley field centre. Then i dont know why the weather was good along the knabatangan river and in lahad datu, but was rainy in the danum valley. Danum valley is home to some of borneos most iconic wildlife providing some exceptional encounters for visitors exploring the forest. Today, its one of the leading field centers in southeast asia, fully equipped with laboratories, a conference room, researcher living quarters, dorms, camp grounds, and a. Dec 06, 2019 borneo rainforest lodge, danum valley conservation area. A millionyearold ecosystem danum valley welcome danum valley conservation area welcome to danum valley conservation area, the home of a millionyearold ancient rainforest. The rain forest on free shipping on qualified orders danum valley. Book your trip to danum valley with sticky rice travel.
Complete information on the million year old rainforest danum valley. This has resulted in incredible biodiversity and thick, thick jungle with incredibly. Danum valley field center 3 or 4 day sabah, borneo. After reading about the price for trips to danum valley i was so sad, because it is ridiculous expensive. Today, its one of the leading field centers in southeast asia, fully equipped with laboratories, a conference room, researcher living quarters, dorms, camp grounds, and a cafeteria. Experience the wilderness of danum valley in gorgeous. This 438squarekilometer reserve is not only home to some of the oldest rainforests in borneo, it is also home to the tallest trees in the tropics with the largest towering 100. After spending 3 days and 2 nights at kinabatangan river as part of a guided tour, we took a transfer to lahad datu and selfnavigated further into the. Another local company that offers a variety of trips to danum valley is sticky rice travel. Book borneo rainforest lodge, danum valley conservation area, danum valley conservation area on tripadvisor.
The lodge lies in amazing surroundings in the forest. The ancient rainforest is primitive and teeming with wildlife, the most spectacular of all was the orangutan. If you want more comfort we recommend borneo rainforest lodge at danum valley. Welcome to danum valley conservation area, the home of a millionyearold ancient rainforest. Enjoy our bestselling 6 days 5 nights borneo big 5 wildlife tour package, combining our top selling sukau rainforest lodge with the exquisite borneo rainforest lodge in danum valley at a promo price for a limited time. Jan, 20 the problem was that i came from the kinabatangan river where i saw a lot of wildlife even the rare borneo pigmy elephants and was expecting to see even more in the danum valley. Kawag danum rainforest 3 day tour, sabah borneo adventure.
The awardwinning borneo rainforest lodge is nestled in a magnificent setting alongside the danum river flowing through sabahs largest protected lowland rainforest danum valley conservation area 43,800 hectares of pristine and undisturbed tropical flora and fauna in the eastern part of sabah. Borneo rainforest lodge danum valley beauty experience. It is equipped with laboratories, a conference room, researcher living quarters, dormitories, camp grounds, and a cafeteria. Jun 17, 2016 there are three ways to visit the danum valley. Experience the wilderness of danum valley in gorgeous borneo. When should i book danum valley and mount kinabalu.
There has supposedly never been any human settlement in this area, so no hunting, no clearing, nothing. If you are a keen naturalist or adventureseeker and are content with the bare necessities of clean and comfortable facilities, danum valley field centre is for you. If the movie jungle book of walt disney exists, this would. Danum valley is home to more than 320 species of birds, 124 species of mammals, 72 species of reptiles, 56 species of amphibians and a staggering 200 species of plants per hectare.
Oct 16, 2018 borneo rainforest lodge, danum valley conservation area. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. An area that is roughly the same size as singapore, this ecosystem is said to have the highest. So for me the for over 100 million years untouched rain forest in danum valley is a mustvisit place in borneo. If weather permits, go for a night drive in search of nocturnal animals. Visiting danum valley s pristine rainforests in eastern sabah, borneo isnt easy, but my goodness, is it worth it. Panama is a country full of rich history and natural beauty. The rainforest is the perfect place to cleans your self. Solidly based on a quartercentury of research by a small army of topnotch scientists, this highly readable book weaves together. Danum valley is your gateway to experience the ancient tropical rainforest which is set in the district of lahad datu, sabah.
Borneo rainforest lodge danum valley the borneo rainforest lodge is an awardwinning luxurious jungle lodge offering nature enthusiasts the chance to explore an area of pristine primary rainforest without compromising on comfort. Spot on wild orangutans and primates swinging between tree branches while making loud howls. After lunch at the lodge, the afternoons programme includes a canopy walk and introductory nature. There are two accommodation options in danum valley. Danum valley rainforest on a budget our travel tip. It offers comfortable, park chalet style accommodation and has 10 standard rooms fan and 10 deluxe rooms air con.
Youll maximize your chances of seeing wildlife on this tour especially borneos big 5, the pygmy elephant, orang utan, proboscis monkey, crocodiles and the stunning rhinoceros. We breathe in the fresh air that is coming from the rainforest and feel on our skin that humidity is rising. Check out borneo rainforest lodges website for current danum valley packages and accommodation prices. Danum valley conservation area adventure bike and tours. Hans p hazebroek author, tengku zainal adlin author, waidi sinun author, datuk seri panglima musa haji aman foreword by, datuk sam mannan preface by, tan sri datu khalil bin datu haji jamalul, j. Mar 21, 2021 but you could obviously book the danum valley on its own. Henrik h jelling, denmark being in danum valley was like taking a step back in time. Depart borneo rainforest lodge lahad datu office at 9. Sep 14, 2018 you can book your danum valley package directly through borneo nature tours, the tour company running borneo rainforest lodge. This pristine rainforest is also home to more than 320 species of birds, 124 species of mammals, 72 species of reptiles, 56 species of amphibians and a staggering 200 species of. Ambitious book sheds new light on danum valley conservation area.
Originally established to provide the area with protection from logging activities, the danum valley conservation area is a 438 km 2 of lowland dipterocarp forest that provides a pristine sanctuary for a dazzling array of undisturbed wildlife in southeastern sabah, and also has a reputation for being one of the worlds best destinations for birding as well as seeing orangutans in the wild. Some of the iconic wildlife including bornean orangutans, pygmy elephants, clouded leopards, north bornean gibbons, tarsiers and slow loris, the forest here is an important ecosystem for species that are endangered or at risk of extinction. Activities within the danum valley include walkways, raised wooden viewing platforms and trails through the rainforest, as well as treetop canopy walks where you can have the opportunity to spot the rare wildlife in action. Panama tours enjoy the sights in panama panama tours. Book borneo rainforest lodge as part of a safari to borneo. There are also waterfalls in the area, enhancing the. Mar 31, 2021 which borneo rainforest experience is right for you. Through this superbly illustrated, multifaceted and adventurefilled opus, danums mysterious rain forest is brought to life from its simple strength as some of the last pristine landscapes still guarding the evolutionary secrets of nature, awesome mass flowering reenacted through captivating aerial photography, to glimpses into a.
Borneo rainforest lodge, borneo natural world safaris. You wont need public transport or exorbitant taxis these outlets are just a quick stroll from the. The canopy walkway near borneo rainforest lodge has multiple viewing platforms, spanning approximately 300m in length and stands at 26m at the highest point offering an upclose view of the million year old rainforest canopy found in danum valley. Borneo rainforest lodge brl is a multiple awardwinning ecolodge with international standard sits in the pristine rainforest of danum valley conservation area.
Book description natural history publications borneo, 2012. Bird sanctuary, bird watching, conserved primary rainforest, cultural heritage site. The two common ways of visiting the pristine rainforests of danum valley involve booking packaged tours through either the borneo rainforest lodge which is very very expensive but you will live very comfortably in their lodges a tour agency like sticky rice which is also overpriced but much cheaper than the rainforest lodge. Borneo rainforest lodge is set in the fauna and flora rich danum valley. In the more remote danum valley conservation area we spend four days at the borneo rainforest lodge. Danum valley danum valley rainforest adventure amazing. The trip we made with sticky rice to danum valley starts from myr1,530.
Danum valley situated about 80km west of lahad datu, considered as one of the worlds most complex ecosystem and classified at class 1 protection forest reserve in sabah borneo. We will be more than happy to make booking arrangements for you with regards to tours at danum valley. The danum valley field centre was set up in 1986 to support scientists studying the rainforest. If you book the 4d3n danum valley field center package then day 1 and day 2 of your itinerary are the same as above. Day 1 danum valley arrival in danum, canopy walkway and introductory nature hike. It would be tricky to categorically determine the best borneo rainforest experience, as its ancient jungles span millions of hectares. Borneo rainforest lodge in the heart of danum valley. Experience the best of the danum valley conservation area by staying at the luxury borneo rainforest lodge. Danum valley conservation area is a 438 square kilometres tract of relatively undisturbed lowland dipterocarp forest in sabah, malaysia. The wannalooklikeabackpackerbutwantstuffsortedinadvance types on short holidays book a tour with a travel agency such as sticky rice tours. Danum valley field center was created as an accommodation facility for scientists and students who are conducting research in danum valley. The area covers 438sq km tract that is left unlogged solely for conservation hence making it known as the danum valley conservation area. Danum valley has 43,800 hectares of pristine primary virgin rainforest that is host to a plethora of wonderful wildlife, birdlife and insects. Jan 02, 2020 borneo rainforest lodge, danum valley conservation area.
Danum valley ancient rainforest sticky rice travel. Danum valley is the perfect mixture of cosiness and unfiltered jungle. Both are situated in the eastern state of sabah with access via the town of. Step into the rainforest jungle of danum valley field centre, for the ultimate borneo experience. Danum valley conservation area dvca was an informal protected area in the ulu segama forest reserve of primary, undisturbed, predominantly lowland rainforest with an outstanding complement of borneo flora and fauna. Borneo rainforest lodge, danum valley conservation area, danum valley conservation area. Borneo rainforest lodge is perched on danum valley conservation area sabahs largest lowland rainforest, surrounded with primary rainforests giving a relaxing vibe. Have you been to borneo rainforest lodge danum valley. Dvfc provide dwellings for scientific researchers and tourist visitors. We visited danum valley earlier this year and we can report that the rainforest lodge is not the only accommodation available in danum valley conservation area. Day 1 lahad datu borneo rainforest lodge ld pick up from lahad datu airport and transfer to the reception office in lahad datu town.
After breakfast, proceed 2 hours overland to lahad datu before our onward journey 83km to the award winning nature lodge, borneo rainforest lodge. Danum valley is a perfect place to explore borneos rainforest discovering the unique wildlife that occurs in the region and trekking through the towering ancient forest which is also home to the tallest trees in the tropics. Danumvalleyis positioned about 83 km southwest of lahaddatu and is prosperous in natural world. As it is the most wellknown, people often assume danum valley is the best rainforest experience in borneo. Borneo travel wouldnt be complete without a trip to the. Register and have a briefing on the activities and facilities at danum valley. At borneo rainforest lodge there are four types of chalets offered. Rainforest in danum valley is a home to over 100 species of mammals, 300 types of birds and thousands of insects. Through this superbly illustrated, multifaceted and adventurefilled opus, danum s mysterious rain forest is brought to life from its simple strength as some of the last pristine landscapes still guarding the evolutionary secrets of. Bld spend another full day with your guide exploring the forest for another chance to spot wildlife. Transfer to lahad datu town for a 2hour, offroad, 4wd journey the spectacular danum valley, sabahs largest protected lowland jungle area, where youll check into the delightful borneo rainforest lodge. The borneo rainforest lodge is an awardwinning luxurious jungle lodge offering nature enthusiasts the chance to explore an area of pristine primary rainforest without compromising on comfort. A budget option for danum valley danum valley field center.
The danum valley field centre was established in 1986 as a facility for conducting research and supporting scientists in rainforest studies. Many people visit and stay at the danum valley field center dvfc, located in the heart of danum valley. After lunch at the lodge, the afternoons programme includes a canopy walk and introductory nature hike on one of the nearby trails, with an optional. Guests can choose between standard chalets with superb jungle views or river chalets, some of which have unique balcony bathtubs overlooking the danum river.
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