Description
Hidden amongst a veritable treasure trove of tropical plants and grasses, huge trees and spectacular orchids in bloom, the chalets of the Sepilok Nature Resort are within walking distance of the world famous Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, home for the last wild Orang Utans of Northern Borneo. Here there is also a fascinating Sumatran rhino breeding programme in place and plenty of well marked nature trails.
All the timber chalets are set around a beautiful natural lake and have attached private bathrooms with lake or jungle view verandahs. The garden they are set in is huge and has over 150 different species of Asian Orchid and it would take half a day to explore it in its entirety. Meals combining flavours form both the east and west can be enjoyed on the terrace of the lodge's restaurant, accompanied by the hypnotic chorus of the tree frogs .
Please note that a stay here can only be booked through Scott Dunn as part of an itinerary with at least 7 nights accommodation in total.
Accommodation
The Sepilok Nature Resort has simple but comfortable air conditioned twin bed chalets with en-suite bathrooms with hot water, and private verandas overlooking the lake or the jungle.
Childcare
Children are made very welcome here and will love the location and adventures it promises but there are no specific facilities.
Facilities
Facilities here are kept to a minimum but a delicious fusion of local and Western dishes are served on a serene covered terrace overlooking the verdant jungle.
Activities
Visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Reserve where young orang utans are being helped to adjust to life in the wild and where there is also a Sumatran rhino breeding programme. Birding, trekking and river trips are also easily organised.
When to travel
Like the rest of Malaysia, Sabah’s climate is hot and humid. Expect temperatures in the high 20s and low 30s throughout the lowlands. The state’s rainfall averages about 300cm annually and though it rains throughout the year, the heaviest rainfall generally occurs between October and January. At higher elevations the temperature is refreshingly cool, dropping to colder temperatures at night. Mount Kinabalu has its own climate and, above 3500m, temperatures can drop to freezing.
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Location and directions
Sandakan, Borneo, Malaysia
Sepilok Resort is located just 5 minutes walk to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan, Borneo.
How to get there
17-hour international flight (one change) to Sandakan Airport.
