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divided into two sections: the Civet Wing caters to penny-pinchers with dorm-style huts,
while the spiffed-up Agamid Wing offers higher-end twin-bed chalets. Neither sleeping
experience will blow you away: mattresses are thin and the rooms get dank after the rains,
so don't expect luxury. The activity schedule, on the other hand, is fantastic: the three-day,
two-night packages include three boat tours, three guided hikes
and
all meals, which is as
good value as you'll find in these parts.
Bilit Rainforest Lodge $$$
( 088-448409;
http://bilitrainforestlodge.com
;
2-day, 1-night accommodation only
RM420; )
One of the more luxurious sleeping spots along the Kinabatangan, this
snazzy option caters to an international clientele with huge bungalows, modern bathrooms
and generous amounts of gushing air-con. Common areas are plucked from luxury travel
magazine pictorial spreads, and the outdoor bar is especially lovely for night-time drinks.
Unlike many lodges we mention, Bilit charges based off the activites you chose; the above
rate is for rooms only. Adding two boat tours and three meals a day increases the rate by
RM310 a day. A huge array of package tours is available; see the website for more details.
LODGE
Bilit Adventure Lodge $$$
( 089-271077;
www.stwadventure.com
; 2-day, 1-night package from RM665, with air-
con RM740; )
This lodge allows you to adventure in (overpriced) style, or at least
sleep as such, in a collection of 24 chalets, some fan-cooled and some with air-con, all
decorated in safari style with wooden accents and big fluffy beds.
LODGE
Myne Resort $$$
( 089-216093;
www.myne.com.my
; 2-day, 1-night package from RM1055; )
The
newest upmarket option on the river consists of over a dozen dark-toned chalets wedged
into a dual ridgeline that overlooks a sweeping bend of the Kinabatangan. With fresh
smooth sheets, comfy air-con and an enormous deck area for snacking and drinking, this
is a solid upper-tier choice that tends to be popular with tour groups from Europe and Ch-
ina.
RESORT
Kinabatangan Jungle Camp $$
( 013-540 5333, 019-843 5017, 089-533190;
www.kinabatangan-jungle-camp.com
;
2-day, 1-night package RM550)
This earth-friendly retreat caters to a niche market of
birders and serious nature junkies; facilities are functional, with the focus emphasising
quality wildlife- spotting over soft, comfortable digs. Packages include three meals, two
LODGE
