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Once the capital town of British North Borneo until 1946, Sandakan is now a well-known tourist destination and the gateway to various eco-tourism destinations in Sabah such as the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary, the Turtle Islands Park, the Gomantong Caves and more. Wildlife lovers find true paradise in Sandakan, with endless things to do to explore the wild. 

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Buli Sim Sim

Being a picturesque water village on stilts, 3 km east of town past the big mosque, visitors get to explore life of local fishermen visiting Buli Sim Sim. Easily reachable by walkways, there are sever...
 
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Gomantong Caves

Being one of the biggest cave systems in Sabah, this massive cave is home to swiftlets and their nests are harvested as a Chinese delicacy. The harvesting processes involve people climbing to the roof...
 
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The 560km Kinabatangan River, the longest in the state, flows pass some of the richest ecosystems on earth, especially just before it meets the sea. If you are ...
 
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Recognized as a special land for conservation of endangered monkey species, Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary is a privately owned land having an area of 400...
 
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Puu Gih Jih

Built on a hilltop, Puu Gih Jih is a famous Chinese temple in the city of Sandakan. Being known as one of the most liked places in the city; the hilltop serves wonderful views of Labuk Bay. Located ar...
 
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Sepilok

The Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre is where orang utans rescued from plantations and also from being kept as pets are re-adapted to living in the jungle. Most popular are the twice daily fee...
 
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Erected in the late 19th century, it is one of the oldest stone buildings in the region. This beautiful granite church was built in 1893 and construction of the...
 

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