From AUD
$704
Indpendent
Travelers
Departure
Daily
Duration
2 Days
Day 1 – Sandakan to Selingan Island (L, D)
Accommodation in Sandakan before departure is not included. Guests must stay in a downtown Sandakan hotel to join the tour. Overnight bags only; luggage can be stored at the hotel or Sandakan jetty.
(07:30 am) Group transfer to the jetty, followed by a speedboat ride past fishing villages to Turtle Island Marine Park (approx. 1 hour). Spend the day enjoying the beach, swimming, or snorkeling. After dark, witness green turtles nesting and the release of baby turtles into the ocean under the guidance of park rangers. Overnight at Selingan Island Chalet(basic tourist class, twin-bedded rooms with air-conditioning and attached bathrooms).
Day 2 – Selingan Island to Sandakan (B)
Return by speedboat to Sandakan in the morning. Tour ends.
- No porter service—overnight bags only.
- Bring walking shoes/sandals, insect repellent, torchlight, binoculars, sunblock, hat, rain jacket, and personal toiletries.
- Luggage storage available at Sandakan jetty.
- Turtle sightings are highly probable but not guaranteed.
- Photography of turtles is only allowed with unaided flash cameras.
- Strict park rules apply: no bright torches, music, or beach wandering after dark; follow rangers’ instructions at all times.
- Max overnight visitors: 41 persons per night.
Included Meals: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner
SKU: IJDB-SGJ-14-2024 / 2025 / 2026
Exclusions:
- All air arrangements to and from Malaysia
- Accommodation in Sandakan
- All mandatory Tourism Tax/Local Tax across Malaysia (these taxes are only payable locally upon check-in)
- Visa fees
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Early hotel check in or late hotel check out
- Beverages of all types
- Expenses of personal nature
- Any other tours, meals or services not specifically covered herein
Group Departure Dates and Prices
| Tour prices valid to 31/03/2026 Depart Any Day | Twin share | Triple share | Single Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo Traveller | N/A | N/A | $1,156 |
| 2 Travellers | $704 | N/A | $842 |
| 3 Travellers | $704 | N/A | $777 |
| 4-6 Travellers | $704 | N/A | $715 |
A surcharge may apply for travel during 15 Dec 2025 to 02 Jan 2026
Please note: for Malaysia, a transfer surcharge will apply for all flights arriving between 21:00 pm & 07:00 am and for all flights departing between 23:00 pm & 11:00 am.
Selingan Turtle Island 2025–2026
Step into a turtle conservation paradise at Selingan Island, one of three islands in Turtle Island Park and a vital sanctuary for endangered green and hawksbill turtles. Here, you can observe important conservation work, from egg collection and mother turtle tagging to the heartwarming release of baby turtles into the sea. With its turtle hatchery, park headquarters, and rustic accommodation, Selingan offers an unforgettable eco-tourism experience in Sabah, Malaysia.
The best time to visit is from July to October, when calmer seas give you the highest chance of witnessing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Destinations:
Sandakan • Selingan Island • Sandakan
Highlights
- Witness green turtles nesting on the beach at night
- Release baby turtles into the ocean with park rangers
- Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing on pristine beaches
- Learn about marine turtle conservation efforts in Sabah
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