The canopy walkway
Sturdy, buggy-free and open to everyone, the walkway solves rainforest birding's oldest problem: the birds are up there. At canopy height, mixed flocks pass at eye level, hornbills cross between emergents, and dusk brings red giant flying squirrels gliding between launch trees. The bristlehead — crimson-headed, found only on Borneo — is the celebrity; the RDC is among the most reliable places on Earth to meet it.
Beyond the walkway
Ground trails loop a lake and botanical collections; the discovery centre screens a short film and runs naturalist-led orientation walks. It's the most family-friendly of the Sepilok trio — flat, shaded and self-paced — and pairs with the orangutan and sun bear centres for the full RM365 day, or stands alone as a birder's dawn before the river transfer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RDC known for?
Its canopy walkway — bird-height access to Sepilok's forest and one of the most reliable sites anywhere for the endemic Bornean bristlehead.
Is the RDC good for kids?
Yes — flat trails, a lake loop, gardens and the sturdy walkway make it the most family-friendly Sepilok site.
How does it fit a Kinabatangan trip?
Inside the RM365 full-day Sepilok tour, or as a dedicated dawn for birders before the lodge transfer.