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From the Kinabatangan
River to rainforest — the most popular pairing, and an easy overland link via Lahad Datu.
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The route, honestly described
1. Finish your river cruises. A final dawn cruise from Sukau or Bilit, breakfast, then check out — the wildlife-viewing done, the walking about to begin.
2. Drive south to Lahad Datu. Overland from the river down to Lahad Datu; a scenic half-to-full day through plantation and forest edge.
3. Transfer into Danum. Your lodge collects at Lahad Datu for the 2–2.5-hour drive in. Full detail on the Lahad Datu route page.
Remember the conservation area's entry conditions — travel insurance including emergency evacuation is required, and forest walks are guide-accompanied.
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