destination
asia
Borneo - Rajahs, Riches, Rainforests & Reefs
trip specifics
price
2012
|
Ctgy |
Type |
Price ($US) |
|
B | Ocean Suite |
$7,335 |
|
A |
Ocean Suite |
$8,550 |
|
AA |
Ocean Suite |
$9,360 |
|
JS |
Junior Suite |
$10,170 |
|
DS |
Deluxe Suite |
$11,700 |
|
BS |
Balcony Suite | $13,230 |
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PHS |
Penthouse Suite |
$14,760 |
duration
11 daystrip dates
Aug 04 - Aug 14, 2012Dec 30 - Jan 09, 2013
trip level
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highlights
Kota KinabaluPulau Labuan
Pulau Tiga, Sabah
Klias Wetlands, Sabah
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
Simalajau National Park
Kuching
Tanjung Datu, Sarawak
Bako National Park, Sarawak
Singapore
accomm types
Small Ship
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Day 1 - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu is the gateway to Borneo with regular flights to and from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur available. Embark on to Orion II and get accustomed to your new home for the days to come.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: dinner
Day 2 - Pulau Labuan, Territory of Labuan
Pulau Labuan is a tiny island town off Sabah’s coast that was formerly known as Victoria Town. Today, it is a hub for duty-free goods and boasts some nice cultural touches and landmarks. Because of its proximity to Brunei, Labuan attracts many visitors as well as avid scuba divers for its rich marine life.
Today's activities will focus on the island's history during WWII. Visit the Commonwealth War Cemetery housing the graves of many Australian, Indian and other Commonwealth forces killed during the retaking of Labuan and other parts of the Borneo campaign. Also spend time at the memorial peace park and "surrender point", the location where Japanese forces surrendered to the Commonwealth forces at the end of the war. End the day with a visit to the Labuan Chimney, situated on a rise at Tanjung Kubong this famous ‘Chimney’, is a high red brick stack believed to be possibly linked to the coal mining days of Labuan.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 3 - Klias Wetlands, Sabah
Located about 120 km from Kota Kinabalu on the Klias Peninsula are the Klias Wetlands - a Mangrove Forest Reserve rich with river wildlife and birds. There will be no landings today but still an amazing opportunity to explore the wetlands and spot wildlife habitat from our fleet of Zodiacs. A variety of primates should present themselves while the variety of bird life, including herrons and hornbills is sure to astound!
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 4 - Pulau Tiga, Sabah
The name Pulau Tiga means ‘Three Islands’, but only two of the original three remain in this 15km˛ marine park. The islands themselves are recent creations, formed in 1897 by the eruption of mud volcanoes that are still active in the form of bubbling mud pools. The larger of the two remaining islands, Palau Tiga is lined with fine sandy beaches providing great places to relax or a gateway to the underwater realm that fringes the shoreline.
A series of interesting activities await us on Tiga today! Begin with a 2 hour round trip walk to a mud volcano where you can take a dip in the mud if you wish (it apparently does wonders for the skin). Followed by a short zodiac ride to the tiny Snake Island where you can witness banded Sea Kraits (sea snakes from the ocean) making their way up on to land. Sea snakes often land themselves ashore to rest and nest. The option for snorkeling from the main island will be available throughout the day.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 - Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
Bandar Seri Begawan offers us a chance to visit the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque when it is not being used for prayers. The Mosque is very welcoming and we will be given a robe upon entry. Our visit to Kampong Ayer is a beautiful sight to see hundreds of houses seemingly floating on water. The people are very friendly and many open up their homes to visitors year-round. The Royal Regalia museum near the city center displays gifts received by the Sultan. The Brunei Museum on the Kota Batu road has an excellent display in the Islamic Art Gallery and there are two tombs: the first is the Tomb of Sharif Ali, the third sultan of Brunei the second Tomb is of the Sultan Bolkiah, the fifth sultan of Brunei. Spend the day exploring.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 - Simalajau National Park, Sarawak
The clear waters of the streams within the park are stained by the tannins of the peat swamps, lending them an attractive ruby red tinge. There is a great variety of faunal diversity on display throughout the park. From pitcher plants with tiny pitchers measuring merely 1cm to those growing to 20cm high. Tiny and colorful orchids can be seen rooted to trees and the rocks around the headlands. The more common fauna in the park includes gibbons, banded langurs and long tailed macaques. The park is also home to 185 bird species, including 7 species of hornbills, saltwater crocodiles, dolphins, porpoises and green sea turtles.
Explore the Similajau National Park near Bintulu. While mostly relying on Zodiacs to explore the river systems in search of the wildlife there may also be an opportunity to take a boardwalk through the mangroves if the tides allow.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 - Bako National Park, Sarawak
A series of walks of varying degrees of difficulty are available today throughout the Bako National Park. Once again we will be surrounded by wildlife, including numerous proboscis monkeys and macaques. Zodiac cruises will also be available today. Due to the fact that wildlife here have been protected since the 1950's the animals are quite used to humans and do not see them as a threat which allows us to walk through the park and see the animals quite easily. Please note Camp Leakey – Faces in the Forest itinerary will also have a beach BBQ today on a beautiful secluded beach in the National Park.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 8 - Tanjung Datu, Sarawak
Tanjung Datu National Park is one of the smallest parks in Sarawak. Half of the peninsula is situated within Sarawak and the other portion lies in Kalimantan. Described as the ”Heaven of Borneo” by most visitors, its natural features of rain forest and unique coral reefs make it a significant area for its biodiversity. Its mountain ranges and luxurious mixed dipterocarp forest and fauna make the park a fascinating place to visit. Remoteness and isolation makes for a spectacular destination for us in Borneo.
Begin the exploration of this amazing area with a zodiac landing on a sandy beach to survey the tracks of Tanjung Datu National Park while experiencing a great mix of primates and birdlife. Head to another beautiful beach for swimming and weather permitting enjoy a beach BBQ today near the park headquarters. Later in the day take the opportunity to explore further into the wildlife reserve by Zodiac for more wildlife spotting.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 - Kuching, Sarawak (for Semenggoh Rehabilitation Center)
This morning we will visit the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and witness the work they do in caring for orangutans and other wildlife of Borneo. For those feeling a bit more independent a shuttle bus will be available in the afternoon to and from the city area and optional tours are available to purchase to further explore Kuching's rich cultural and natural history. A series of optional tours are also available for purchase.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 10 - At Sea
Take advantage of this day at sea to relax, get a massage, soak in the jacuzzi, and admire the beautiful views off the open ocean.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 11 - Singapore
The British East India Company established a strategic trading post on the island of Singapore in 1819, which was to become an important post along the Spice Route. Although a thriving and modern metropolis, remnants of these early colonial days can be enjoyed in many traditional pursuits such as a rickshaw ride and Singapore Sling at the famous Raffles Hotel. A compact and efficient city, Singapore offers easy access from most international airports, and is the perfect place to disembark and head home.
Accommodations: Orion II
Included Meals: breakfast
Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be spontaneous makes our style of cruising unique.
Single Travelers: Single and triple are available upon request where applicable. If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, our Roommate Share Program guarantees double occupancy rates in Majestic, Premium and Classic category cabins.
Land Cost Includes: All taxes, port charges, fees and on board services. On board gratuities are neither required nor expected. Transportation and shore excursions as indicated on the itinerary and all meals aboard the ship or where indicated.
Not Included: Airfare from your home city or return; passport or visa fees; excess baggage charges; air departure taxes; items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, and insurance of any kind. Fuel surcharges may apply.
Arrival/Departure: This Borneo cruise begins in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia and ends in Singapore. Embarkation time is between 3:00 – 4:00pm on day of departure. Disembarkation is after breakfast on final day between 9:00 – 10:30am. Please schedule flights based on these time frames.
Deposit and Final Payment: To secure your reservation a deposit of 25% of the fare is required. The deposit must be accompanied by a completed and signed Guest Booking Form and is due within 7 days of booking. Final payment must be received no later than 90 days before sailing. Separate conditions apply to the Cancellation Protection Plan.
Cancellation Policy: The following cancellation fees will apply to all reservations. The day on which written notice is received will determine the applicable penalties.
Day on Which Notice is received Penalty
121 days and over - 50% of deposit
120 - 91 days prior 100% of deposit
90 days or less 100% of fare
No show - no written notice 100% of fare
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with Travel Insurance. Please note that you must purchase your Travel Insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions.
Shoreside Expeditions: We include a number of complimentary shore experiences utilizing our Zodiacs. In addition we offer an exciting and diverse selection of optional shore experiences which can be either booked for in advance or reserved on board and charged to your on board account. Due to limited numbers on some experiences we recommend you pre-register to avoid disappointment. Details will be provided with your ticket.
Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Any medical condition, advanced pregnancy or disability must be advised to AdventureSmith Explorations when a request for accommodation is made. On every Orion voyage extensive use of the ship’s Zodiacs will be made transporting guests between ship and shore. It is anticipated this travel may be physically demanding from time to time. In order for the crew to determine if safe passage can be offered, guests may be asked to provide additional information, such as a medical assessment of their fitness for expeditionary travel. All guests must sign a disclaimer on board to participate in offship activities. Guests should be sure to bring on board sufficient supplies of any prescription medication they may require.
General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms & Conditions:. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.
We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.
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