Malaysia · SANDAKAN TOURS
Sandakan is the base for the Kinabatangan river and the reserves inland. These 15 cover the river cruises, the multi-day jungle camps and the city day tours, with bed counts and boat times that matter more here than price.
3-day small-group wildlife tour at Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp near Kinabatangan, with boat cruises, jungle walks, meals, and tree planting offset.
“Even if the accommodation is basic, no Wi-Fi and cell connection but this makes it special, just connect to the nature and forget outside world, and you are going to see much in the nature”
Private Sandakan day trip to Sepilok orangutans, Bornean sun bears, and RDC rainforest discovery, with lunch and round-trip transport.
“Got to visit the Orangutan sanctuary, sun bear Sanctuary (next door) and the rainforest discovery centre with entrance fees paid. Not really a tour but a taxi service as did not provide any Information or act as a guide. English was very basic Read more”
Full-day Kinabatangan River cruise from Sandakan with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, local dinner, and proboscis monkey wildlife spotting.
“Don't use this tour company. Unroadworthy vehicles driver had a car accident due to his erratic driving. We also paid for a private tour but had another couple with us. The caves and river cruise was amazing a must do but use a different tour company”
Sandakan small-group wildlife day with Sepilok orangutans, Labuk proboscis monkeys, sun bears, Puu Jih Shih temple, and lunch included.
“Absolutely awesome day ..... the Orangutan's, Proboscis Monkey, Silver Leaf Monkey, Snakes, Butterflies etc etc just amazing. We actually ended up having to pay for extra for a Private Tour as when we booked it turned out the the Bus wRead more”
Spend a half-day on Sandakan’s mangroves for sunset and fireflies, with hotel pickup, a village visit, and a tasty local seafood dinner included.
“Cruising down the river in the dark was quite amazing. Not many fireflies out and we did not spend time with the village kids or throw pots so that was a bit disappointing. The food was plentiful and delicious, even the doughnuts at the start! As there was no sunset due to weather the island was superfluous so this should be reconsidered if it rains.”
3D2N Kinabatangan river safari from Sandakan, 4 wildlife cruises, jungle walk, meals and AC lodge, guided by English and Malay staff.
“Our trip to the Kinabatangan was an absolute wildlife jackpot! 🌿 We saw so much, from Proboscis monkeys, langurs, and macaques to some shy orangutans in the distance. 🦧 The birdlife was incredible with Rhinoceros hornbills and plenty of others, plus some crocodiles, small snakes, and many spiders. 🐍🕷️ Seeing a slow loris was definitely a rare highlight as well. Big thanks to Harry, our tour guide, he was absolutely amazing! His spotting skills are next-level; he found animals from a crazy distance and pointed out creatures hidden deep in the jungle that we never would have seen. He is truly an excellent jungle guide. Lodges were clean and pretty…”
Spend 2 days, 1 night at Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp near Kinabatangan with 3 wildlife river cruises, meals, and a small-group stay.
“Everything was amazing for our jungle experience.... picked up from hotel, lunch on way, small boat trip on river to accommodation. Yes it's basic but it's in the jungle and that was the reason for doing the trip.. and as for the wildlife... flyinRead more”
Full-day Sandakan wildlife loop: Sepilok orangutans, Labuk Bay proboscis monkeys, sun bears and RDC rainforest trails, lunch included.
“There are so many orangutans! My cell phone camera’s zoom didn’t take great pictures, but the in-person views were great. Bring water because it is hot! No bags are allowed to be carried because the orangutans may try to steal your stuff!”
Evening Kinabatangan River cruise from Sandakan with wildlife sanctuary entry, return transport, dinner, and English guide, starting 4 pm.
“We did the day trip and it was a truly bad day out. We were picked up at 11:45 and did not arrive until 3pm. When we arrived the staff did not give a lot of guidance and weren't communicative with the guests. We sat around until 4pm for the cruise, which was 2 hours long, aRead more”
Sandakan to Sukau and Kinabatangan River for sunset and sunrise wildlife cruises, small-group jungle time, and optional overnights in Borneo
“The place was beautiful and the river cruises were a great experience. Food was amazing! Dorm rooms were nice. 6 hours of dead space in the day but it is a good place to be. You have to pay for wifi? And anything extra is paid for, night walk or cruise, elephant cruise, tree planting is all money on top of price which we didn’t expect or budget for”
A half-day private Sandakan city tour with an English-speaking guide, local lunch, and WWII sites, markets, stilt houses, a temple, and Agnes Keith House.
“Tourist guide/driver speaks good English and friendly. Told us a lot of the history about the places of interest. The car is very clean & comfortable.”
Small-group day trip from Sandakan to Sepilok orangutans and the Bornean sun bear rescue, with hotel pickup and included tickets.
“Viator tours was one hour late, and didn’t answer our calls or texts. From pickup until we was back at the hotel took two and a half hours. We paid 347 dollars for 4 persons. From Sandakan you can take a taxi, pay for the entrance and then it Read more”
A 2-day Bilit and Kinabatangan River wildlife tour from Sandakan, with lodge stay, river cruises, guided walks, and night activities.
“Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed seeing the elephants and hope the experience left you with wonderful memories. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.”
Sandakan full-day wildlife tour: Sepilok orangutan feeding, sun bears at BSBCC, proboscis monkey feeding at Labuk Bay, plus lunch.
“Tutto molto carino, Darwis la nostra guida era molto preparato e divertente. Anche il pranzo davvero buono. Nel complesso però il prezzo è davvero troppo esagerato e ci sono valide opzioni prenotabili direttamente sul posto a prezzi molto più contenuti, per cui non vale la pena fare questa escursione.”
Full-day Sandakan tour pairing Sepilok orangutans, the Bornean sun bear center, a hilltop Buddhist temple, and Sandakan Market, with lunch.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It was very relaxed and easy trip - we enjoyed it very much.”
Every kind of day out, and where each one is worth doing.
