Rise early for a sunrise hike at 5.45 am. Take a gentle incline to the 700-metre-tall summit of a small mountain that overlooks the village. Pass by tropical vegetation, plantations and fruit trees on this pleasant 1-hour hike. Return to the village for breakfast, then collect your things and depart for the Maliau Basin Conservation Area by private vehicle. The journey will take around 6 hours, so it’s a good idea to have a book, podcast or some questions ready for your leader about the history of the area to pass the time. Arrive in the basin by 4 pm and settle in at the Study Centre, a research base where you will spend tonight in dormitory-style accommodation. Later head to the Maliau Observation Tower. From here you’ll enjoy panoramic views over the area you’ll spend the next several days exploring.

Accommodation

Hostel (1 night)

Included Activities

Tambunan - Sunrise walk

Maliau Basin - Maliau Rim Observation Tower

Meals Included

Breakfast

Dinner

Special Information

The next three days will be spent trekking through wilderness. Please note that the hiking will be strenuous, and you will need a high level of fitness in order to participate in this adventure.During the trekking portion of this trip you will sleep in basic camping huts on stretchers or bunk beds. Toilets will be squat style. Food on the trek will be simple and filling. Think rice, eggs, canned food and simple curries.Porters are available at extra cost during the trek, but this trip does not include porters in the price. You will be able to stow your main luggage at the study centre before you depart on your trek. Please bring a day pack suitable for hiking and carrying essentials. Please see the Packing List for more info on what to bring with you.All travellers who enter the Maliau Basin Conservation Area with the intention of hiking must have travel insurance that includes emergency helicopter evacuation.