Half Day Klias Mangrove Wildlife and Fireflies with dinner

An example of protecting invaluable habitat comes in the form of the Klias Forest Reserve, home of various animals, some even labelled as endangered. Brightening up the evening, aside from a buffet dinner, will be a firefly performance of natural beauty.

The Klias Wetland and Forest Reserve is an excellent example of how flora and fauna live in harmony and where endangered species are protected from possible extinction. Located outside of Kota Kinabalu, the region is teeming with wildlife, ranging from monkeys, birds to thousands and thousands of fireflies. Once the day turns into the evening, these little critters shine the brightest, illuminating almost a path through the mangrove forests of Klias. An example of exploring Malaysia, purely themed on the amazing beauty of Sabah with its wonderful collection of wild animals and dense jungle has been created that seamlessly shows visitors what can be seen aboard a river cruise. When an afternoon (and an evening) to spare, don’t hesitate and simple continue exploring the wonders of Borneo. The afternoon starts at around 14:00 hrs with meeting the team behind making this a memorable afternoon and evening. As you slowly drive away from Kota Kinabalu, the landscape moves from concrete structures to scenic coastal roads and local villages, a signal that our playing grounds for the coming hours is arriving slowly. At approximately 16:00 hrs, you will arrive at the boat jetty, right at the river banks of the Klias River. A cruise would not be complete without some refreshments and given the time between exploring the wetlands and dinner, the serving of tea, coffee and local snacks will bridge the time up until dinner is served. Aside from birds, lizards and even crocodiles, the Klias Forest Reserve is home to the indigenous Proboscis Monkey. With their large pendulous, protruding nose, and giant bellies the proboscis monkey has one of the most unusual appearances of all primates. Unfortunately, this species is on the threat of being extinct due to ongoing habitat loss and ongoing logging practices for agricultural purposes.  Other monkey species may be spotted, too, and seeing them playing in their natural habitat is seen as a big honour. As the sun sets, we head back to the main pier for a traditional Malaysian buffet dinner. Cruising the waters sees its final installation as soon as darkness has set in and swarms of fireflies enter the stage for a delightful demonstration of flickering through the mangrove forests with your short boat trip ending at around 19:30 hrs. This excellent tour out and about ends in comfort back at your hotel in Kota Kinabalu at around 21:00 hrs as your guide / driver reach the lobby of your hotel.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside central Kota Kinabalu. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation, such as Rasa Ria / Nexus / Beringgis, cruise ports and Kota Kinabalu’s International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
• We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.
• This excursion includes obstacles of various kinds that may not make this excursion suitable for wheelchair users.
• The obstacles comprise of unpaved roads, small boats and cruise embarkation and disembarkation and insufficient facilities to provide a comfortable sightseeing tour.
• We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
• Sand, dust and water have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
• Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
• We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 48 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 48 hours may be on request.
• It is recommended to bring a light jacket, trousers, good walking shoes, insect repellent and binoculars with you.

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• Malaysian Buffet dinner at a local restaurant (food only)
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• All applicable taxes and service charges
• Tour with an English Speaking guide
• Joined cruise on the Klias River (inclusive of life jacket)
• Coffee, tea and snack during the tour

• Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
• Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
• Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
• Surcharge 15 USD/Pax/Way for Private transfers outside from the general pick-up/drop-off locations

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• Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.