| 1330hrs |
Depart from Kota Kinabalu for Beaufort, two hours overland to the southern part of Sabah
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| 1530 hrs |
Arrive at Garama River Lodge some few kilometers away from the busy highway and are
being transferred to the mangrove swamps forest filled with their own distinctive
busyness and beauty.
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| 1600 hrs |
On board a comfortable fiberglass boat for 1 ?hours river cruise in this red river
(effect of tree’s tanine) surrounded by mangrove trees. Proboscis monkey can be spotted
most of the time in the trees feeding on young leaves, shoots, sour fruits and seeds.
Among others, you will have the opportunity to observe Macaque, the rare Silver
Languor, Water buffalo crossing the river and variety of birds. You may also witness
sunset while cruising back to the river lodge.
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| 1800 hrs |
Upon arriving at the lodge, a sumptuous BBQ dinner served in buffet line to satisfy
your hunger after the river cruising.
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| 1830 hrs |
After dinner, a short walk to the swamp area to catch the glimpse of fireflies
decorating the mangrove trees like a Christmas tree. After 10-15 minutes of firefly
watching, it’s time to head back to Kota Kinabalu.
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| 2100 hrs |
Estimated time of arrival in Kota Kinabalu
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