
Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) worth booking?
Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) is a 7-hour experience in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, from $119 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (7)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $119 per person
Save a date to meet our wild man in Sepilok Sandakan, which is the second largest city in Borneo after Kota Kinabalu. Get a chance to look up closer their natural habitat. Upon your arrival at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, you will watch the 25 minutes schedule video documentary show. A boardwalk which leads you to a viewing gallery and feeding platform where the apes are fed milk and bananas twice a day at 10am by the rangers. You will visit Central Market, Sim-Sim Water Village, Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple after you taken your lunch at local’s restaurant.
What you get
About this experience
Save a date to meet our wild man in Sepilok Sandakan, which is the second largest city in Borneo after Kota Kinabalu. Get a chance to look up closer their natural habitat. Upon your arrival at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, you will watch the 25 minutes schedule video documentary show. A boardwalk which leads you to a viewing gallery and feeding platform where the apes are fed milk and bananas twice a day at 10am by the rangers. You will visit Central Market, Sim-Sim Water Village, Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple after you taken your lunch at local’s restaurant.
What's included
Included
- Tour in Sharing Basis
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- Lunch
- English Speaking Guide
- Surcharges on fuel
Not included
- Airfares [BKI/SDK/BKI]
- Camera/Video Fees
- Taxes/Insurance
- Beverages
- Gratuities
- AirFares / Flight Ticket
What you'll see and do
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Meet and greet with the tour guide and visit the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Witness semi-wild orangutans at the feeding platform at 10:00hrs or 15:00hrs.
120 minutes here
Sandakan
After lunch at a local restaurant, explore Sandakan City, visit the Memorial Park and local market (if time permits).
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- BORNEO TRAILS TOURS TRAVEL
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring along insect repellent, raincoat (umbrella is not required), hat, binocular
- Flight Tickets: We encourage our clients to book domestic flights via online for fare convenience and own comparison on the cheapest fair online where you can purchase straight away before the fare changes within the minute.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We loved the experience
Loved it. Great experience. Loved seeing the mothers with their babies. Very special experience.
via Tripadvisor
A Bucket List experience.
Our guide Kurt was very knowledgeable and provided a good commentary. He looked after our needs and made sure our tour was an experience we would look back on with happy memories. Just some Feedback for future tours. As lunch is included perhaps asking customers if they would like local food or Western food could be a plus. We would have loved to try some local specialty like a Satay lunch.
via Viator
Not nature tourism. A money making trap.
Not what I thought and very disappointed. The visit to the Orangutan Rehab centre was a money making grab at best. Our guide kept stopping and talking about his family and by the time we reached the outdoor nursery it was packed. A single Orangutan and 500+ people crammed into two tea viewing rooms. Next the stage 4 interact in the wild. As wild as a visit to the Pavillon in KL. Again after stopping to talk hundreds passed us. Viewing was minimal at best. This is not nature tourism. It is a money making machine giving the customer minimal experience. Please advertise as such. Coming from a nature tourism background this was horrible to see. -100/10. The city tour was better and our guide tried really hard. Highlight Buddhist temple.
via Tripadvisor
A must do while in Borneo
A lovely way to start our holiday. A brilliant day, and the guide was fabulous. Thank you for a great start to our holiday.
via Tripadvisor
Breathtaking!!
So nice to see a mixture of wild and sheltered Uran utang, again assisted by our wonderful Guide Hassan. We have had a lot of help from his advice and we have tried to give us the most amazing experience and we succeeded! We also went to Sun Bear's shelter. We decided this at the last minute and our Guide made sure everything went smoothly and we could do this trip as well. Definitely recommended to go here!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $119 to $315
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by BORNEO TRAILS TOURS TRAVEL, who run 10 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.6.
See everything BORNEO TRAILS TOURS TRAVEL runsWhy this scores 56
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Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kota Kinabalu.
How much does Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) cost?
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Prices start at $119 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kota Kinabalu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kota Kinabalu is not rushed.
Is Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kota Kinabalu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kota Kinabalu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kota Kinabalu and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kota Kinabalu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kota Kinabalu?
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On Outty we rank every Kota Kinabalu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, Leisure Diving | Fun Dives | 3 Dives in TARP, Kota Kinabalu, Learn to Dive | RAID Open Water 18 Diver Course | Kota Kinabalu. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kota Kinabalu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)?
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Included: Tour in Sharing Basis; Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off; Lunch; English Speaking Guide; and Surcharges on fuel. Not included: Airfares [BKI/SDK/BKI]; Camera/Video Fees; Taxes/Insurance; and Beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 19 listed pickup locations in and around Kota Kinabalu. Be ready about 120 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kota Kinabalu. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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