General
On the western most tip of Sarawak’s coastline lies Tanjung Datu, one of Sarawak’s smallest National Parks. Tanjung Datu is beautiful it has been called the ‘Heaven of Borneo’ by some visitors, but is only accessible by boat. It is the juxtaposition of rugged mountains sweeping down to a clear turquoise sea that makes the place so exquisite. It’s swift flowing mountain streams are crystal clear, like the sea into which they flow. This allows coral to grow close inshore, a rare feature in Sarawak and makes it an ideal dive and snorkeling site even though scuba divers have yet to explore the area’s full potential. However, anyone can appreciate the park’s beautiful beaches and translucent waters with their mountain backdrop. Hornbills can be sighted at Tanjung Datu, and Rafflesia flowers, among the world’s biggest flowers, grow along the hiking trails. The mountains, which form the border between Sarawak and Indonesian Kalimantan, are abound with beautiful plants and interesting animals. Hornbills can be sighted at Tanjung Datu, and Rafflesia flowers, among the world’s biggest flowers, grow along the hiking trails.The mountains, which form the border between Sarawak and Indonesian Kalimantan, are abound with beautiful plants and interesting animals. Equally fascinating is the life of the local people lived at a far more leisurely pace than modern city life. Experience it for yourself through the Telok Melano Homestay Programme, where you will live with a local family and really get to know their traditional lifestyle. Popular with local people are the waterfalls and clear jungle streams where you can cool off after trekking through the jungle on well-marked paths. An overnight stay is highly recommended if you want to get the best of this diverse and interesting park. There is no cafeteria or catering service but basic cooking facilities is available in the accommodation.
DATE VALIDITY: 31 December 2023
- OF PAX: Minimum 2 pax
DAY 1 – KUCHING|SEMATAN|TELOK MELANO|TANJUNG DATU NATIONAL PARK (L/D)
0850-0910 hours pick-up from a hotel in Kuching and proceed by road (approx. 2 hours) to the small coastal town of Sematan. Have an early lunch in a local coffee shop or restaurant. Proceed to Telok Melano and transfer boat ride to Tanjung Datu National Park.
Around 1200-1230 hours take a boat (approx. 30 mins) to Tanjung Datu National Park. Arrive at Tanjung Datu National Park HQ around 1330 hours, walk across the beach and settle in at the campsite.
The rest of the day is at your own leisure. Relax on the beach, hike to Telok Upas or Viewpoint trails, have a swim or visit the turtle hatchery. Enjoy dinner at the park HQ. After dark go on a short night walk and search for wildlife such as wild boar, sambar deer, mouse deer, barking deer, civet cats and other nocturnal creatures. Return to the park HQ. Your guide will inform you if any turtles come ashore at night to nest. If so, the rangers will allow you to watch the turtles but only when they have started laying eggs. Please note turtle sightings are not guaranteed. Overnight at the park HQ room or camping shelters.
(Note: when the tide is low or sea conditions prevent boat landings at the park HQ, arrival is at a nearby small bay (Telok Upas) followed by a 15 minutes’ walk to the Park HQ.)
DAY 2 – TANJUNG DATU NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
After breakfast, around 0800 hours go for a jungle trek along the Pasir Antu Laut trail. Enjoy the forest scenery along the 2.7 km trail and keep a look out for wildlife. Gibbons, banded langurs and hornbills are sometimes spotted on this trail. Midway along the trail you will come to a small stream. Take a short break before continuing through the pristine forest to Antu Laut beach.
Have a swim at the beach before returning along the forest trail. Half way along the trail turn left onto a small track that leads to the main turtle beach. Huge boulders are found along the coast here where the rainforest runs right down to the beach. Admire the views before walking back along the beach to the park HQ arriving around 1300-1400 hours. Have a late lunch at the park HQ. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Go snorkeling near Telok Upas or alternatively go for another walk or relax on the beach.
Dinner at the park HQ. If there is a turtle landing your guide will wake you up during the night. Overnight at the park HQ room or camping shelters.
DAY 3 – TANJUNG DATU MATIONAL PARK|TELOK MELANO|KUCHING(B/L)
Morning is free in the park. After breakfast, transfer to Kuching.
PRICE PER PERSON IN MYR:
| NO. OF PAX | 2 PAX | 4 PAX | 6 PAX | 8 PAX | 10 PAX | 12 PAX |
| PRICE | 2900 | 1660 | 1270 | 1190 | 1080 | 1070 |
Inclusion:
- English speaking guide
- All return transfer (land and river)
- Accommodation at parks
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park entrance fee
- Travel insurance
Exclusion:
- All airfare, flight arrangements and airport tax
- Any entrance fees not mentioned above.
- Travel Insurance
- Any other services, meals and tour that are not mentioned above Video and camera fee.
- Tipping for driver
- Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay, cancellation and weather.
- Weekend, Public Holiday and Peak surcharge, early check-in, and late check-out
- arrangement
- Surcharge for vehicle usage between 2300 hrs - 0700 hrs
- Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, room services, mini bars, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Local Tourism Tax and Government Fee – Payable directly to the hotel
NOTES
- The above is Nett Rates under Seat in Coach Arrangement EXCEPT exclusive tours.
Recommended items to bring:
- Good hiking Shoe (made in Malaysia rubber shoes is recommended)
- Raincoat / Poncho
- Hat
- Insect repellent
- Leech sock
- Sunblock
- Walking stick (if needed)
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Mosquito net
- Water bottle
- Toiletries
- Towel
- Swimmer
- Headlights/flashlights
- Personal first aid kit
- Dry bag packed to carry your personal items.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Rates quoted strictly for minimum number of persons as per request above, if less or any reduce no of person the rate will be different.
- This is only a quotation. No reservation has been made until we receive your written acceptance of the quotation and deposit to secure the quotation rates.
- Price is subject to any surcharge including peak season surcharge / weekend / public holiday surcharge.
- Confirmation is subject to availability of both hotels / land transfer arrangements.
- Deposit of 50% is required upon booking confirmation and final payment to be paid in full one month before arrival.
- Change of travel date is allowed and must be made 2 weeks prior to check-in date and is subject to room availability.
- Cancellation procedure:
- Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking.
- Please note the following:
If notice of cancellation is received by Star Travel more than 30 days prior to the guided holiday departure date, 20% will be retained along for Star Travel’s Cancellation Fee Waiver payment.
- If full payment is not received one month prior to arrival date, Star Travel has the right to cancel your reservation. Star Travel will not be responsible for lost reservations.
- If a person in a party cancel and there is a room change caused by this cancellation (such as Twin to Single), charges for the new room type will be the responsibility of the remaining party.
| No of Days | Penalty |
| 30 days and over | 20% |
| 29 – 15 days | 30% |
| 14 - 8 days | 50% |
| 7- 1 days | 75% |
| Arrival day/ No Show | 100% |
Illness or Absence
Early return expenses are the guest’s responsibility. There is no refund for absence or early departure from a guided holiday.