SANDAKAN &
SEPILOK
Field Notes
Sepilok is a must-visit in Borneo. It hosts the renowned Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, nurturing orphaned individuals toward eventual release, complemented by the adjacent Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre for intimate insight into the globe’s smallest bear species. For elevated rainforest access, the Rainforest Discovery Centre provides a magnificent canopy walkway above trails rich with avian biodiversity.
To Discover
HIGHLIGHTS
The Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre provides an opportunity to witness orangutans up close as they are prepared for a return to the wild.
At the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, visitors can spot the world’s smallest bears and observe them as they forage and play.
The Rainforest Discovery Centre features a canopy walkway, allowing for a unique experience walking among the treetops while enjoying stunning views and excellent birdwatching.
Exploring Sandakan’s heritage sites, such as the Agnes Keith House and St. Michael’s Church, offers a fascinating glimpse into the region’s rich history and past.
KEY EXPERIENCES
Guided walks for night tours, and rainforest treks are available to experience the jungle in different ways.
Focused observation of the highly charismatic, endemic Proboscis Monkey within their specialized mangrove habitat.
Seek the endemic Bornean Bristlehead and other Bornean birds from the canopy walkway, a major birdwatching highlight in the forest reserve.
INSIGHTS
Sabah is home to the annual Borneo Bird Festival, a vibrant event that draws bird enthusiasts from all over the world to the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sandakan.
The festival features exciting activities like the Sabah Bird Race and photography contests, all celebrating Borneo’s incredible birdlife and promoting conservation.
INSIGHTS
Sabah is home to the annual Borneo Bird Festival, a vibrant event that draws bird enthusiasts from all over the world to the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sandakan.
The festival features exciting activities like the Sabah Bird Race and photography contests, all celebrating Borneo’s incredible birdlife and promoting conservation.
Where to Stay
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Sepilok Nature Lodge
Set in an impressively landscaped area of manicured lawns and hills, Sepilok Nature Resort’s quaint collection of wooden chalets positioned around a central lake is the perfect spot for exploring the area. All the timber chalets are set around a beautiful lake and have attached private bathrooms with lake or jungle view verandas. The set up is perfectly integrated with the surrounding forest and the main restaurant offers amazing views of the Borneo rainforest.
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Sepilok Forest Edge
Sepilok Forest Edge is a boutique lodge located 700 meters away from the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Enjoy tastefully designed wooden chalets surrounded by lush fruit gardens. The Nest Restaurant churns out delicious locally infused dishes and refreshing drinks in a lovely setting. There is also a small swimming pool guests can plunge into by the end of a long day’s worth of exploring.
Trail Tales
Where All the Birds Flock to in Sabah
Whether you’re a seasoned birder or you just enjoy pleasant surprises while out on a trek, Malaysian Borneo’s extensive fleet of birds is guaranteed to stir awe and imagination with vibrant colors, extraordinary calls, and intricate nest-architecture. From way up high in the montane regions
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