The Tabin Wildlife Reserve is a nature preserve in Sabah, Malaysia. It was created in 1984 to preserve Sabah's disappearing wild animals. …
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Aug 16, 2024
Fab guides and lots to see and do. If you love birds and nocturnal animals then you are in for a treat. We were lucky enough to see elephants on both days.Full review by mey27
Oct 26, 2023
Staying at TWR is staying in a very remote location with fantastic wildlife all around you. After the 1.5h drive over a rocky road through palm plantations (free massage ) we reached the Wildlife re…Full review by TimHaan
Sep 25, 2023
We stayed for a couple of nights and can really recommend this place. The accommodation was top notch along with the food but above all the people made it. We did a few safaris and saw a lot of wil…Full review by Hobbitsoft
Are leech socks necessary? Going in March for two nights.
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This was probably our biggest worry - should we/shouldn't we take the socks! At the end of the day, they sell them there - and cheaper than you can buy them at home. I really wouldn't …
This was probably our biggest worry - should we/shouldn't we take the socks! At the end of the day, they sell them there - and cheaper than you can buy them at home. I really wouldn't invest in any beforehand. Depends on the weather really and the paths you take. We did a reasonable amount of walking and saw only one - that our guide picked up to show us (makes me shudder just thinking about it!). They're very small so I can see how easily they get through but the guides have eagle eyes. Enjoy your holiday - it's such a beautiful place.
Hi there I wonder if anyone could give me an idea of how far/long the treks at Tabin are please? I am hoping to travel with my sister who has an arthritic condition and am just wondering if she'll be able to manage the treks on the 3 night stay. Many thanks Nicky
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All the tours are optional and most of the tours are safari drives. If you want to go to the mud volcano then that is a bit more of a hike. However there is a shorter option after you finish the …
All the tours are optional and most of the tours are safari drives. If you want to go to the mud volcano then that is a bit more of a hike. However there is a shorter option after you finish the mud volcanoes. Thus going to the mud volcano is longer to give people experience amongst the jungle. The shorter hike is still a walk away through some quite muddy areas. The operators are very good here and will assist. English is also very good so you can definitely discuss all your issues and needs. They will be met. A very touristy and enjoyable experience for someone in these situations. As compared to other jungle type experiences in Borneo. Enjoy. PS - say hi to Alistair for me, he is a champion.
Does the lodge provide Wellington boots or what type of shoes do you need to take? What clothing is recommended for the treks?
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The lodge provides Wellington boots and you can buy leech socks at the office there. I took a pair of hiking boots but didn't really need them in the end as all time spent walking on …
The lodge provides Wellington boots and you can buy leech socks at the office there. I took a pair of hiking boots but didn't really need them in the end as all time spent walking on tracks was in the Wellingtons provided. Just used my own shoes for walking on the boardwalks between the room and meals, and during night drives where you are just in the car anyway. Would definitely suggest a good pair of lightweight breathable long hiking pants, or even at least two pairs of long pants as even with the Wellingtons mud still made it onto my pants, but was easy to wash off. Up to you if you want a lightweight long-sleeved shirt, but I found trekking in the jungle hot and humid enough that I preferred just a lightweight t shirt and then good insect repellent.
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