Sandakan Vacations

At this pioneering orangutan sanctuary, watch rescued primates develop skills for returning to the wild. Attend the 10AM or 3PM feeding sessions for your best chance to see these magnificent creatures up close.

Walk among Borneo's rainforest canopy on elevated walkways, spotting rare wildlife from unique vantage points. Early morning offers the best chance to see colorful hornbills and red leaf monkeys in their natural habitat.

This vast limestone cave system houses millions of bats and rare swiftlets that produce coveted edible bird's nests. Watch the spectacular dusk exodus when bats stream out in search of food.

Watch the world's smallest bear species climb trees and forage in a natural forest setting. The elevated boardwalks offer intimate viewing of rescued sun bears during their most active morning hours.

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Rainforest Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Harbour Mall Sandakan features five floors of international brands and local boutiques in Sandakan's largest shopping center. Explore the vibrant food court for authentic regional flavors between shopping trips.

Watch endangered green and hawksbill turtles nest on this protected Malaysian island sanctuary. Join rangers after dark to witness these ancient creatures lay eggs and help release hatchlings into the sea.

Nestled along the wildlife-rich Kinabatangan River, this jungle camp offered front-row access to Borneo's biodiversity. Visitors enjoyed guided cruises to spot orangutans and pygmy elephants in their natural habitat.