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Sorry for the couple of days absence - I know you'll have worried mum, especially with you lot being abroad as well! I decided to head straight to Sukau (the small village on the Kinabatangan river) rather than Sandakan first, as it made geographical sense. There was no wifi there so couldn't contact. Anyway, arrived in Sandakan now, which actually seems quite lovely (although maybe thats just to me, as it's back to real 'city society'!). Sitting in by FAR the best hostel I've stayed in yet, very plush.
Had a great time on the river, stayed there for a couple of days - did 2 river tours and a hike through the jungle. Saw lots of cool things - rare birds, proboscis monkeys (with the odd noses) and many other variations, otters, but unfortunately no crocs, elephants or wild orang utan, which are apparently very rare but can be seen if lucky! It's a very chilled out place, nice and relaxing to cruise down the river for a couple of hours, even if it is antisocially at 5.30am.
I'm going to spend a couple of days here in Sandakan including the Sepilok Oranguatan Centre (it's a shame it is so touristy, but I'm not sure there is really any affordable alternative within my time) then head to Kota Kinabalu for a couple of days. There's plenty to do around the city there.
Hope you guys are all having a good time away in spain. Get tans, we'll be having a competition.
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