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Sandakan: Gomantong Cave Echoes and Kinabatangan Cruise

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Overview

Available languages

Malay
English

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Join us for a day filled with adventure as we explore ancient caves and enjoy the beautiful riverbanks where nature shines. Gaze up at the impressive gomantong cave, where countless swiftlets make their homes and treasured nests are collected in a time-honored tradition. Then embark on a journey from the depths of the earth to the lively surroundings of Malaysia’s second-longest river. The legendary Kinabatangan awaits, offering one of the planet’s most accessible and rich wildlife viewings. As the afternoon sun casts a golden glow, you’ll glide silently along the tea-colored water on our expertly guided river cruise. Keep your eyes peeled for all wildlife. With every bend in the river, a new surprise await. Our knowledgeable local guides are enthusiastic storytellers, and we take care of all the details, from cozy transportation and tasty local meals to your safety, so you can fully enjoy the experience without any concerns, whether on a private or shared tour.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The itinerary may be modified at the discretion of the weather and river condition.

Please remember to bring insect repellent because this is a wildlife area where insects are common.

Please be aware that weather, river, and government regulations may cause delays in the tour's start and end times.

As a wildlife park, not all wildlife sightings are guaranteed.

A raincoat or poncho are recommended as the tropical weather is subject to change.

This tour run in rain and shine.

Just a friendly reminder that wheelchair accessibility isn't available on this tour.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

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Sandakan

Your day begins with an early morning pickup at 9:00 AM from your Sandakan hotel or an hour later at sepilok areas either by selected either private or shared tour . After a meet-and-greet with your English-speaking guide, then embark on a journey offers a glimpse into rural Bornean life and sets the stage for the natural wonders ahead over 2 hours.

Admission Not Applicable
2

Continue journey to Gomantong Caves, step into one of borneo most remarkable limestone cave systems, inhabited by millions of bats and swiftlets. The caves are famous for edible bird's nests, which are gathered by skilled local gatherers during the season. If your visit aligns with the harvesting season (usually February-April and July-September), you might have the opportunity to observe this bold traditional practice in person. Navigate the accessible Simud Hitam (Black Cave) along the well-kept boardwalks, get ready for a multisensory journey, the chorus of swiftlets and bats, the multitude of insects, and the unique scent of guano combine to create an unforgettable ambiance.

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

English and Malay speaking guide

River cruise activities with wildlife exploration

Life jacket

Pickup and dropoff on a shared coach or private transfer

Lunch

Gomantong cave entry fee

Dinner

Parking fee

Instructor

Sukau & Kinabatangan national park fees

Personal expense or itinerary

Options

Private tour

Duration: 10 hours
1 lunch, 1 dinner with drinks
Boat & Car: Shared cruise boat with private transfer
Pickup included

Shared tour

Duration: 10 hours
1 lunch, 1 dinner with drinks
Boat & Coach: Shared cruise boat with shared transfer
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Gomantong cave and orangutan

    Pjm521,Mar 9, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Gomantong cave with Abdul again a great day!! Perseverance paid off with a wild orangutan thanks to Abdul spotting this for us! What a privilege another great trip with Abdul on +60 11-1669 5114

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  • Fun and accommodating!

    Anna B,Feb 27, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Our guide and boat driver were very friendly, dedicated, and knowledgeable! We had a wonderful time and were lucky enough to see so many animals! Communication was also great.

  • A week old baby macaque

    A6597TGeugeneg,Feb 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The trip to Gamantong cave and K. river cruise was excellent, both of us preferring the river cruise to the cave. The cave is great and interesting (as well as very smelly) but it’s just a cave where one is confined to the path. Unless you arrive in the evening and go to the top of the hill to see the bats flying out you won’t see any of them in the cave from close. But on the river you see quite a few animals and birds. Saw the macaque family playing from about one meter close, that was great! Special thanks to our guide and driver Sufri.

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