TURTLE ISLAND PARK

TURTLE ISLAND PARK SANDAKAN

The Turtle Islands Park lies 40 km north of Sandakan.The park comprises three small islands, Selingan, Gulisan and Bakungan Kechil. It covers an area of 1,740 hectares which includes the surrounding reefs and seas. Two species of turtles - Greens and Hawksbills are special features of this park. Throughout the year, they come ashore at night to lay their eggs. Hatcheries exist on all three islands.

Getting There : The boat from the Sabah Park jetty at Jalan Buli Buli Sim leaves at 9.30am and the ride to Selingan takes an hour.

Conservation Fee:
Malaysian : Adult-RM 30 / Children-RM 20
Non-Malaysian : Adult-RM 60 / Children-RM 30
Night Photography (unaided with flash) : RM 10