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This evening tour features a round-trip transfer from Sandakan and begins with a visit to a nearby local village where you can engage with villagers and children. Afterward, board a boat for an enchanting cruise through the mangroves, where you'll observe fireflies illuminating the trees. This experience showcases the natural beauty of the area and offers a taste of local culture.
Dinner is included in the tour, providing a chance to enjoy traditional dishes. Be prepared for an unforgettable evening, and consider bringing a camera to capture the fireflies. The timing is flexible, but expect to be out for the majority of the evening.
Reviews
The mangrove cruise was amazing. We spotted a crocodile and numerous fireflies, making the experience truly incredible. A special thanks to our travel manager, Abdul, for his guidance.
We encountered Azrien, who started as our taxi driver and became a friend, by chance, and he suggested this trip, which turned out to be incredible. If you're looking for a relaxed evening to enjoy the sunset along with dinner, this is the tour for you. Transportation is handled effortlessly; just reach out to Azrien at +60 13‑797 9018 for a special price. Our group of four experienced a seamless journey, spotting proboscis monkeys, local macaques, and even eagles. The guide was humorous, and the local dinner was a great addition.
What a fantastic experience! I thoroughly enjoyed observing crocodiles, fireflies, and various wildlife. The hospitality of the families was heartwarming, and the homemade meal was delicious. I contacted Abdul at +60 11-1669 5114, and he arranged everything for me as a solo traveler, including transportation. He is both kind and professional. I highly recommend this tour.
Abdul was exceptional in every way! He picked us up and shared a wealth of knowledge. We were fortunate to spot proboscis monkeys and a large saltwater crocodile, along with the enchanting fireflies. I would definitely recommend this experience. His WhatsApp number is 60-11-1669-5114.
Our experience was fantastic. The group was sociable, which enhanced the trip. The guides were not only fluent in English but also humorous and well-informed. We encountered two groups of proboscis monkeys, macaques, fireflies, and a saltwater crocodile, all amidst stunning scenery. Sepilok had the friendliest locals we've met in our six months traveling in Asia. We arranged the tour through WhatsApp at +60 14-972 5651.
We thoroughly enjoyed our river cruise and highly recommend it. We spotted proboscis monkeys, a hermit crab, and beautiful fireflies. The staff was wonderful, and the food was delightful.
The mangrove cruise was a lovely experience, especially being on the river at night. We managed to see fireflies during this trip, unlike our previous attempt in Kuala Selangor where we saw nothing. The food was delightful. Abdul Qayyum, who handled our booking, was friendly and made for great company.
I enjoyed another great tour with Abdul on the river. We had dinner that was very local and met some wonderful people.
This tour was excellent. It started in a charming village where everyone was incredibly friendly. The mangrove trip was enjoyable, as we spotted proboscis monkeys on our way to the sunset island. The sunset itself was amazing, and after dark, we returned to the boat to search for fireflies, which did not let us down.
I advise against booking this. I waited for the tour operator to pick me up, but they never showed up. I called them twice, and they didn't respond. It completely ruined my day.
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