Sandakan: 2D1N Turtle Island Tour

4.0 (1 reviews) Sandakan, Malaysia
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Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Turtle Island is a secret gems within the National Park, a well known marine sanctuary that was established in 1977 sponsored by government Their efforts are essential as sea turtles encounter a variety of challenges, from human activities such as fishing and pollution to the dangers posed by natural predators. It is expected that merely 1 in 1,000 hatchlings will thrive into adulthood. The island serves as a living laboratory collaborating with marine biologists conduct ongoing research, eg, monitoring how sand temperature affects the sex of hatchlings—a key factor in ensuring healthy future turtle population .

Exclusively accommodate limited guests each night, keeping it under 50 pax, ensuring intimate experience while preserving the natural environment; the tourism fees contribute directly to conservation initiatives and park management, which help local community. Plus, you can make the tour even more special with an extra visit to the enchanting Sepilok and Sunbear Rainforest!

What's included

  • 1 Night stay in twin sharing with private bathroom + AC
  • English speaking guide
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • All boat fee, + docking fee
  • Transfer pickup check in and check out roundtrip
  • Personal expense
  • Snorkeling gear - if required

What to expect

Day 1: Night of the turtle
  1. Sandakan
    21h
    Start your adventure with a hassle-free hotel pickup at any sandakan area, travel with ease in a van or car with air conditioning. Get on the boat at the harbour and head to turtle island. Watch for the stunning sea view and the blue outside the boat. Once you reach the island, retire into your cottage and spend your day as you wish. Alternatively snorkelling around the island is the best at own self leisure time. At dawn after dinner, head to the turtle nesting observation where rangers will carefully shows turtle's arrival, witness the intricate egg-laying process and hatchery. Discover the turtles' life cycle and behaviour while observing them in their natural habitat. Evaluate the external risks to their populations and use the opportunity to release the young ones into the wild . During the nesting observation, our local guide will provide turtle insights.
Day 2: Savoring the Last Moments
  1. Pulau Selingan
    2h
    After breakfast, leave the turtle island and return to Sandakan with drop-off at Sandakan Airport or Sandakan Hotel included.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our crew will pick you up at sandakan city or sandakan airport in a shared transfer based on the start time. please be aware that shared tours may be delayed due to traffic, location, and other customer response times. return location can be flexible either these list as well.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Camera fees Note: Used of camera in the evening is chargeable at RM10. (Strictly without flash) The use of video camera after 6pm is strictly prohibited. It is to be paid whilst on the island to the park directly. Fee is subject to change without prior notice.
  • The itinerary might subject to change due to sea condition, weather and government regulations.
  • Pls bring cash for your personal expense.
  • This tour run in rain or shine.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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