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Sandakan

3.7
Wildlife Areas · Natural History Museums · History Museums
Taking a trip to Sandakan remains one of the best ways to enjoy eco-friendly and culturally rewarding adventures in one of Borneo's largest cities. A gateway town to some of the densest forests on the island, Sandakan provides a home for conservation projects protecting orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and sun bears. The town also boasts significant architectural landmarks dating back to the colonial era, and impressive places of worship providing a glimpse into the island's beliefs and traditions. The site of tragic events during World War II, Sandakan features memorials and museums detailing that devastating chapter in the island's history. Our Malaysia day trip planning app allows you to plan your trip to Sandakan and a wealth of other destinations big and small.
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Top Sandakan tours

Private Full Day Sepilok Orang Utan, Bornean Sun Bear and Rainforest Discovery Center Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $103
5.0
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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Full-Day Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey Tour from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $148
5.0
Duration: 10 hours
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Private Full Day Gomantong Cave and Kinabatangan River Cruise with Lunch BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $90
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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC)
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
3.9
Duration: 2 hours
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Turtle Island Park
4.2
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in Sandakan

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Sepilok Tropical Wildlife Adventure
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Deramakot Forest Reserve
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Sandakan

Agnes Newton Keith Home
3.7
Duration: 2 hours
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St.Mary's Cathedral
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Kun Yam (Goddess of Mercy) Temple
3.5
Duration: 30 minutes
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Sam Sing Kung Temple
2.7
Duration: 30 minutes

Side trips from Sandakan

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Kinabatangan River
Sabah
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
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Danum Valley Conservation Area
Sabah
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
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Kinabatangan Jungle Camp
Sukau
4.5
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Sandakan

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Gomantong Cave Sandakan
3.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Lankayan island
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Wildlife in Sandakan

North Borneo Safari Day Tours
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Places to visit with Sandakan

Kota Kinabalu BEST FOR: Island, Flea Market, Shopping Mall Semporna BEST FOR: Scuba / Snorkeling, National Park, Island Labuan Island BEST FOR: Cemetery, Landmark, Architectural Building Tuaran BEST FOR: Lookout, Golf Course, Specialty Museum Kundasang BEST FOR: Monument, Landmark, Flea Market
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