The expedition commences with an early morning departure from Tawau Airport, tawau city or Semporna town directly, followed by a drive of around 5-6 hours that establishes the tone for the forthcoming experience, depending on your flight arrival time, hence arrival might slightly adjust itinerary or subject to the traffic, etc. The environment changes from a patchwork of rural communities to a thick forest as you leave cities behind. The final stretch to Maliau Basin is a bumpy ride on gravel roads, perfect for those trusty 4WDs that can tackle the wild side of nature!

After arriving at the Shell Maliau Basin Reception and Information Building (SMRIB), be greeted and given a briefing about the conservation area's regulations and significance. continue for approximately one hour to the Maliau Basin Study Centre (MBSC), which is the primary research and accommodation center.

Experience the Nature Gallery and immerse yourself in the exquisite diversity of Borneo's Enchanted Lost World, Dining experience in the grand hall. Then hop in the 4WD and zoom off on the fabulous Maliau Safari Night, glide into the enchanting shadows of the forgotten realm and catch a glimpse of the exquisite, nocturnal creatures, if the weather permit only. overnight in Maliau Basin. (An alternative to the night drive in the case that it is not possible due to bad rainy weather) then just kick things off at 5 am with the Maliau Basin Sunrise Drive, cruising until you hit Sungai Gajah, and witness sunrise at the Maliau Basin Observation Tower. From a distance, at a height of 61 feet, See a panoramic as a piece of the imImbak Canyon, also known as Gunung Kuli. an invitation to catch the sun making its grand entrance over the jungle, revealing a stunning spectacle just for you.