Orion II Brochure 2012-13 Borneo-Rajas, Riches & Rainforests Kota Kinabalu to Singapore
Ship:
Orion II Cruise Line:
Orion Expedition Cruises
Departures:
01 August 2012
Duration:
14 Nights
Ports: Singapore, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Bandar Seri Bagawan, Bintulu, Pulau Tiga, Pulau Labuan, Tanjung Datu National Park, Bako National Park
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Kota Kinabalu Airport gateway (Departure) : Singapore
**ALL INCLUSIVE HOLIDAY PACKAGE** Please note: Embarkation Date's are 04 August 2012 & 30 December 2012 in Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inclusions: • Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Kota Kinabalu with Singapore Airlines
• 2 night pre-cruise stay at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort Kota Kinabalu including full breakfast daily
• 10 night cruise from Kota Kinabalu to Singapore aboard Orion II
• All meals on board your cruise
• 2 night post-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily
• Full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu including lunch
• Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch
• Economy Class international airfare from Singapore to Australia with Singapore Airlines
• Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship
• Port charges and government fees on board ship
• Hotel and air taxes
Pricing for departure ex Australia 01 August 2012
TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide
Cat. B
Cat. A
Cat. AA
Cat. JS
Cat. DS
Cat. BS
Cat. PHS
Ocean Suite
Ocean Suite
Ocean Suite
Junior Suite
Deluxe Suite
Balcony Suite
Penthouse Suite
$9,750
$10,895
$11,675
$12,450
$13,895
$15,375
$16,795
TWIN SHARE ex Perth deduct $150
Pricing for departure ex Australia 27 December 2012
TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide
Cat. B
Cat. A
Cat. AA
Cat. JS
Cat. DS
Cat. BS
Cat. PHS
Ocean Suite
Ocean Suite
Ocean Suite
Junior Suite
Deluxe Suite
Balcony Suite
Penthouse Suite
$9,950
$11,095
$11,890
$12,675
$14,095
$15,590
$17,050
TWIN SHARE ex Perth deduct $100
ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.
Single fares available upon request.
Prices are per person in Australian dollars based on twin share accommodation. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency.
Note: Due to flight schedules, departures from some origin cities may require overnight accommodation en route at an additional cost.
* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected
Cabin Pricing
Ports
Singapore
This prosperous, ultra-modern city-state stills holds many surprises, sporting diverse cultures, world class hotels, street eateries and duty free. Explore cultural enclaves like Chinatown, Little India and Arab Street. Visit such attractions as the Jurong Bird Park and Sentosa Island. Or Simply head to Orchard Road for world-class shopping.
Country - Singapore Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 5kms Currency - Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Places of Interest Sentosa Island, Little India, Thian Hock Kheng Temple, Orchard Road, Singapore Zoo
Kota Kinabalu
The City of Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Sabah. Located on the west coast of “the Land Below the Wind”, under the watchful eye of majestic Mount Kinabalu, and on the fringes of the South China Sea, Kota Kinabalu is the bustling and colourful gateway to Sabah. Here you find, world class hotels, innumerable restaurants and café shops, shopping malls and business districts. The locals call their fast developing and modern city with some 350,000 inhabitants simply and affectionately KK!
Country - Malaysia Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 7kms Currency - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Places of Interest Mount Kinabalu, Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Kuching
The Sarawak River is the the center of Kuching life and the Waterfront, a beautifully landscaped esplanade is the town's hot spot. Across the river is the Astana, once the home of the White Rajah, now the Governor's residence. Nearby are Fort Margherita, a reminder of more turbulent days, and the colourful Malay kampung.
Country - Malaysia Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 12kms Currency - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Places of Interest Tua Pak Kong Temple, Fort Margherita, Sarawak Museum, Sunday Market
Bandar Seri Bagawan
The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, built in 1958, features a giant golden dome and a luxurious interior of Italian marble walls, carpeting and an elevator. It also has opulent underground tunnels, which are used by the sultan on private journeys through the town. This city is also unique in that it also incorporates a nearby water village, Kampung Ayer, which has houses on stilts and stretches out into the sea for about 500 metres. The Malay Technology Museum contains exhibits about water village architecture.
Country - Brunei Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - Brunei Ringgit (BND)
Places of Interest Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, Jerudong Theme Park
Bintulu
Bintulu is a modern and colourful contrast; It is a major industrial centre as well as having hints of rainforest in it. You will find traces of the prehistoric inhabitants of Borneo in the Niah Caves.
Pulau Tiga
Pulau Tiga
Latitude: 5°43.113'N Longitude: 115°38.936'E
Pulau Tiga (‘Three Islands’) is a 15-sq-km park north of Kuala Penyu. Pulau Tiga being the largest island; The islands themselves are recent creations, formed in 1897 by the eruption of mud volcanoes. Continuous volcanic activity has taken place over the last hundred years, and still continues in the form of bubbling mud and escaping methane gas.
In 2001 Pulau Tiga, was the location for the first season of the US reality TV show Survivor, marketed now as ‘Survivor Island’ which is not the island’s fault. It’s still a relaxing place to visit, blessed with fine sandy beaches, a network of walking trails and good snorkelling throughout the year. Nearby Pulau Kalampunian Damit is little more than a large rock covered in dense vegetation and sea snakes that come ashore in their hundreds to mate. 150 snakes can be present, curled up under boulders, among roots and in tree hollows. It’s a fascinating phenomenon, made doubly enigmatic by the fact that the snakes are never seen on nearby Pulau Tiga. And yes, beware– they are extremely poisonous.
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Pulau Labuan
Pulau Labuan Latitude: 5°15.870'N Longitude: 115°15.305'E
Pulau Labuan is a tiny island town off Sabah’s coast that was formerly known as Victoria Town. Today, it is a hub for duty-free goods and boasts some nice cultural touches and landmarks. Because of its proximity to Brunei, Labuan attracts many visitors as well as avid scuba divers for its rich marine life.
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Tanjung Datu National Park
Tanjung Datu National Park Latitude: 2°0.333'N Longitude: 109°39.540'E
Tanjung Datu National Park situated at the westernmost tip of Sarawak on the Datu Peninsula. It is one of the smallest parks in Sarawak, with an area approximately 14 kilometres square (1,379 ha). Formerly known as Labuan Gadong. Half of the peninsula is situated within Sarawak and the other portion lies in Kalimantan Indonesia. The park is also described as the "Heaven of Borneo" by most visitors.
Interesting natural features with splendid rain forest and unique coral reefs make the park an exceptionally significant area for biodiversity. Its pristine environment with a series of mountain ranges and luxurious mixed dipterocarp forest and fauna make the park a moving place to visit. The clarity of the South China Sea provides a wide range of marine life, which could be prime attraction to those who love snorkelling and scuba diving. Turtle spotting and watching turtles landing to lay eggs is a possibility.
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Bako National Park
Bako National Park Latitude: 1°43.076'N Longitude: 110°26.567'E
Bako National Park heralds an early arrival for us as we have no time to waste in experienceing its rainforest abundant wildlife, jungle streams, waterfalls, interesting plant life, secluded beaches and trekking trails, Bako offers visitors an excellent introduction to the rainforest of Borneo. Very few places in the world that pack so much natural beauty into such a limited area, all its attractions and activities have made Bako one of the most popular parks in Sarawak. The park has been a protected area since 1957, so the animals are less wary of humans. We have countless opportunities to observe and photograph various types of wildlife.
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Orion Expedition Cruises
Founded in early 2004, Australian owned and operated, Orion Expedition Cruises has developed voyages to encourage guests to become a part of the region they are discovering.
Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.
Described as the latest in the quest to build the perfect expedition vessel * , all Orion’s staterooms feature ocean views and offer internet access, flat-screen TV, DVD/CD, a choice of twin and queen sized beds, a sitting area and marble bathrooms. Other on board amenities include a health spa with gymnasium, sauna, sun deck Jacuzzi and a stern marina platform.
Orion offers a range of included and optional Shoreside Expeditions designed to enhance the destination exploration for our guests. From Mallard sea plane flights and outback 4WD tours, to snorkeling over pristine coral formations, there are many unique opportunities for guests to visit areas of Australia that even most Australians don’t get to see. As part of our commitment to offering guests an enriching experience, on board speakers have been selected for their knowledge and expertise on the regions they visit. Guests are invited to attend presentations in the 90 seat Lecture Theatre.
Our innovative expeditions are year-round and vary with the seasons: - Winter (May to September) in the Kimberley, Top End, East Timor, Arnhem Land and Komodo - Spring (October, November) and Autumn (March, April) in remote and unspoilt parts of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait Islands and Papua New Guinea - Summer (December, January and February) in the Tasman Sea, Tasmania and Antarctica.
We would be delighted to have you join us on a voyage to some of the most wonderful but rarely seen places on earth.
Ship info
Orion II
Originally launched in late 1990 as Renaissance Four and re-launched in 2009 after extensive technical refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Orion II offers fine small-ship cruise travel.
Orion II complies with the latest international and U.S. Coast Guard safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigation and communications technology as well as retractable fin stabilizers for smooth sailing, an icestrengthened hull for Antarctic voyages and a fleet of Zodiacs to enable easy shore access in remote locations.
Orion II carries a crew of 70, providing a ratio of over 1 crew member for 2 guests. Taken together with her limited guest capacity, excellence of design, craftsmanship and material, Orion II's spaciousness and intimate ambience combine to make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages. Each ocean view suite has a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds, spacious closets, flat screen television and DVD, iPod dock and air conditioning.
Decorated with rich fabrics, handsome wood, polished brass, rare antiquities and fine works of art, the ship’s public spaces are warm and inviting.
Please note all of the below information is subject to change.
Boutique Open daily when the ship is at sea, the Boutique offers a wide range of gifts ranging from signature clothing to the most beautiful pearls in the world from Paspaley. A limited supply of sundry items is available.
Elevator Orion II has a glass elevator, centrally located in the atrium for ease of access. It services decks 2 to 6.
Gymnasium Located on Deck 6 with sweeping ocean views, the gymnasium is equipped with the following LifeFitness equipment: a step machine, a treadmill, a cross trainer, 2 bicycles, free weights and exercise mats.
Hair and Beauty Salon
Our hair stylist is available by appointment, offering a range of services from a simple shampoo and blow dry to a complete make-over including manicure and pedicure.
Hospital & Infirmary
Orion II has a doctor on board at all times and consultations should be arranged through the Reception Desk. A very limited range of pharmaceuticals is maintained on board so please be sure to pack sufficient quantities of medicines for your journey. Please note the Australian Medicare system does not extend to Orion II and consultation fees will be charged to your stateroom account.
Internet
A laptop is available in the Library with internet connection.
Jacuzzi
A Jacuzzi spa is located on the Sun Deck, Deck 6. In warmer climes you'll find the spa affords a cool dip, doubling as a plunge pool.
Lecture Hall Our lecture hall with surround-sound is the scene for themed presentations by our Expedition team and Guest Speakers.
Lounge
There are two Lounges onboard. Each is the hub of social life aboard Orion II. Tour briefings are held here before dinner and a duo plays for your entertainment later in the evening.
Library
Our library is well-stocked with a wide variety of informative books and journals on our destinations, and both novels and games are also available. You'll also find a laptop here for internet access.
Marina Deck Platforms You'll embark the Zodiacs from the Stern Marina Deck Platform (accessed by the rear stairs).
Outdoor Café The Outdoor Café, located aft on Deck 5, offers al fresco dining for buffet breakfast and lunch. On balmy evenings you may book a table outdoors for dinner enjoying the same menu and service as presented in the restaurant.
Reception Desk
Manned 24 hours a day, the Reception Desk is your 'first port of call' for all administrative matters.
Restaurant The Restaurant offers guests a relaxed yet sophisticated environment for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dining aboard Orion II is a leisurely experience with a single, open sitting allowing you to choose when and with whom you dine.
Sun Decks You'll find padded teak steamer chairs on Deck 6 beside the Jacuzzi spa affording you a relaxing spot to read a book or simply doze in the sun. You'll find an ample supply of large blue beach towels close by on each of the two sun decks.
Health Spa The Spa offers a uni-sex dry sauna, the gymnasium is equipped with cardio vascular exercise machines and a range of massage/spa treatments are available.
