Arrive in Phuket and transfer to your hotel, Chanalai Hillside Resort Karon Beach. This first night is designed to help you recover from jet lag, relax, and settle into the tropical surroundings before the adventure begins. Take time to unwind on the beach, enjoy the hotel facilities, or simply relax in your room. This stay ensures you are refreshed and ready for the immersive Elephant Hills rainforest experience starting the next day.

Overnight in Phuket

After breakfast, enjoy a scheduled joint transfer from your hotel to Elephant Hills in Khao Sok National Park. En route, take in views of southern Thailand’s rural landscapes and scenic countryside.

On arrival at Elephant Hills Camp, enjoy a buffet lunch featuring authentic Thai cuisine.

In the afternoon, embark on a guided jungle river canoe trip along the Sok River, drifting past limestone cliffs and dense rainforest. Continue to the elephant park for the highlight of the day — the Amazing Elephant Experience. Learn about Asian elephants, their conservation, and the role of the mahouts, before preparing and feeding the elephants under expert supervision.

Later, check in to your luxury safari tent. Enjoy time to relax, followed by dinner at the camp. Optional evening activities may include cultural performances, cooking demonstrations, or a movie presentation.

Overnight in Elephant Hills

Good morning Khao Sok! Wake up to the sounds of nature and birds calling from the bushes next to your tent. As the sun rises and the mist over the rainforest-covered mountains clears, gibbons’ territorial morning calls echo through the valley. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in your tent for early risers, and breakfast is served at your leisure.

Today, explore the breathtaking Cheow Lan Lake by local long-tail boat. The man-made lake is surrounded by towering limestone mountains and rainforest-covered cliffs that rise from the shore and disappear into the distance. With more than one hundred islands stretching over 60 km, the scenery has been compared to Guilin in China and Halong Bay in Vietnam. Few people know of the lake, making it a truly off-the-beaten-path experience. Stop at a local raft house to swim in the emerald waters, relax, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch (towels provided).

In the late afternoon, return to Elephant Hills Camp for dinner and a second overnight stay in your luxury safari tent. The jungle bar is open for guests wanting to share stories from the day, and optional evening entertainment is available, including a movie presentation, traditional Thai dance performance, or a cooking demonstration.

Overnight in Elephant Hills

Start the day with a wholesome breakfast at Elephant Hills Camp before setting out on a guided jungle walk. This is not a survival exercise, but a chance to explore one of the world’s oldest rainforests on foot. Discover an incredible variety of tropical hardwoods, orchids, ferns, palms, bamboo, mosses, and other exotic plants. Listen to the calls of gibbons, watch hornbills soaring above, and spot macaques or leaf monkeys swinging through the trees. Butterflies and other wildlife add to the magical rainforest atmosphere. Walk slowly, look closely, and let the jungle reveal its secrets.

After your morning adventure, return to Elephant Hills for a delicious Thai buffet lunch before a refreshing shower. Your onward transfer back to Phuket follows, where you can relax and reflect on your unforgettable rainforest experience.

Overnight in Phuket

After breakfast, transfer to Phuket Airport for your flight to Sandakan, Borneo. Upon arrival at Sandakan Airport, complete immigration formalities and meet your local guide for a transfer to your lodge in the Sepilok area.

This first evening in Borneo is designed to help you settle into the rainforest surroundings and unwind after travel, preparing you for the immersive wildlife experiences ahead. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at your lodge and soak in the natural environment of this unique region.

Overnight in Sepilok

After breakfast at your lodge, visit the world-famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Witness the feeding sessions and learn about the vital conservation efforts dedicated to protecting these endangered orangutans.

Continue to the nearby Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, home to the world’s smallest bear species, and gain insight into their care and protection. After lunch, proceed to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary for close-up encounters with the region’s unique long-nosed proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat.

In the evening, take part in a guided Night Walk at the Rainforest Discovery Centre, experiencing the rainforest as nocturnal wildlife emerges and the jungle comes alive with sounds and sights that are hidden by day.

Overnight in Sepilok

After breakfast at your lodge, depart overland to the Kinabatangan region, one of Borneo’s most biodiverse areas. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before checking in to your riverside lodge, surrounded by lush rainforest and the winding river.

In the afternoon, embark on a Kinabatangan River cruise, an iconic Borneo wildlife experience. Glide along the river and keep an eye out for orangutans, proboscis monkeys, macaques, silver-leaf monkeys, crocodiles, and a wide variety of tropical birds along the riverbanks. This is a perfect introduction to Borneo’s rich wildlife and serene natural landscapes.

Overnight in Kinabatangan

Begin the day with an early morning river cruise along a different route to maximize your chances of spotting wildlife, including the rare Borneo pygmy elephant during certain seasons. Glide along the calm river, observing the forest as it awakens with birds, monkeys, and other fascinating creatures.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided jungle walk, getting up close to the rainforest and learning about its rich and diverse ecosystem. Following lunch and some time to relax at your lodge, set out again for an afternoon river cruise, offering further opportunities to spot wildlife as the forest comes alive toward evening.

Overnight in Kinabatangan

After breakfast at your lodge, check out and begin your overland journey back to Sandakan, passing through scenic Bornean landscapes along the way. Stop for lunch en route or upon arrival, giving you a chance to relax and reflect on your rainforest adventures.

In the afternoon, enjoy Sandakan sightseeing, exploring the town’s highlights, local markets, and cultural sites, and gaining insight into the history and life of this charming Malaysian town. In the evening, transfer to your hotel for dinner and check-in, settling in comfortably for your final night in Borneo. Take time to enjoy the lodge’s facilities or simply unwind, surrounded by the tranquil rainforest environment.

Overnight in Sandakan

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a final morning in the serene surroundings of Sandakan. Take a moment to reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters and rainforest experiences from the past days. When ready, transfer to Sandakan Airport for your onward flight, bringing your unforgettable Borneo adventure to a memorable close.

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