Meet upon arrival at Kuching International Airport. You will be greeted at the arrival hall by our friendly guide, and transfer to hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is at own leisure.
Remarks:
- Hotel standard check-in time is 1500hrs
- Early check-in is subject to availability and additional charge
1600hrs, pick up from hotel and proceed for Santubong Wildlife Cruise (approx. 3.5hrs)
This tour takes you around the rivers of the Santubong Peninsular, offering you the chance to see some of Sarawak’s fascinating wildlife. From Sarawak Boat Club, your boat cruises to the mouth of the Santubong River, where Irrawaddy dolphins are often spotted. Your boat then roams the mangrove-lined rivers looking for wildlife. As the light starts to fade we go in search of the rare proboscis monkey. Small groups are often seen in the treetops at the water edge, settling down for the night. As dusk arrives we search for fireflies and crocodiles. Crocodiles are often seen on the mud banks and brightly shining crocodile eyes can be spotted when a torch light is passed over the river. After searching for crocodiles your boat proceeds further up river where fireflies gather at night. Watch the fireflies move around the branches of the mangroves, momentarily lighting up the night sky. After enjoying a firefly light show you return to the boat club.
Note: Whenever viewing wildlife, sightings cannot be absolutely guaranteed, although we do enjoy a high success rate. Wildlife commonly seen includes proboscis monkeys, estuarine crocodiles, macaques, fireflies, monitor lizards and silver-leaf monkeys. Irrawaddy dolphins and a range of birdlife like White Belly Eagle, White Egret, Seagull, and Kingfishers are also sometimes seen. Tour is weather permitting and does not operate during rainy days.
Overnight at Riverside Majestic Hotel – Astana Wing
