Selingan Turtle Island
Highlight
- Overnight stay at Turtle Island
- Witness turtles laying eggs at night
- Educational slide show about turtles and turtle park.
- Beach snorkeling
- Sandakan most sought-after tour
Included
Description
Step into a turtle conservation paradise!
Selingan Island, one of the three islands in Turtle Island Park, is a vital sanctuary for endangered green and hawksbill turtles. Located 40 km north of Sandakan, this protected island offers a rare chance to witness turtles nesting at night. You can observe conservation efforts such as egg collection, mother turtle tagging, and the heartwarming release of baby turtles into the sea. With a turtle hatchery, park headquarters, and basic accommodations, Selingan promises an unforgettable eco-tourism experience.
The best time to visit is between July to October (Peak Season) when the calmer seas enhance the chance of witnessing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
A visit to Selingan Turtle Island is more than just a getaway—it's a chance to witness conservation in action and contribute to the protection of these incredible marine creatures. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a wildlife lover, or simply seeking a unique experience, Selingan offers a rare and unforgettable glimpse into the life cycle of sea turtles. Book your visit today and be part of this extraordinary journey in preserving our ocean's treasures.
Tour Highlights:
✔️ Witness turtles laying eggs at night.
✔️ Educational slide show about turtles and turtle park.
✔️ Overnight stay at Turtle Island.
✔️ Beach snorkeling.
Tour Excludes:
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Outskirt area surcharge (if any)
❌ Snorkeling equipments (may rent on site)
❌ Tourism tax of MYR 10 per room per night (Apply to International guest only & payable directly upon check-in)
Important Notes:
• Tours may be rescheduled or canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions.
• Kindly bring along your Original Passport (International) / Original Identification card (Malaysian) on the day of the tour for registration.
• Photography of turtles is only allowed with cameras that have no flash.
• Each room can accommodate only two adults. A child may stay in the same room with parents; however, an extra bed is subject to availability.
• Infant pricing applies to ages 1–3, child pricing applies to ages 4–10, and guests aged 11 and above are charged as adults. Pricing is based on the year of birth.
• Peak season surcharges apply during high-demand periods.
1. Every Year from 1st July - 31st August - Surcharge MYR 54 per person per night.
Equipment for rent on island :
- Final price subject to Island and payments are by cash only.
• Mask, snorkel & fin (one set) - MYR 35
• Mask & snorkel - MYR 20
• Mask only - MYR 15
• Fin only - MYR 15
• Snorkel only - MYR 15
• Beach Mat (Large) - MYR 15
• Beach Mat - MYR 10
• Towel - MYR 15
• Life Jacket - MYR 5
Itinerary
* The itinerary is for reference only, it subjects to any necessary changes in accordance to local requirements.Pickup Time & Transport Fee
How to Pay
Pay on travelling day
No advance payment is required, simply pay cash in Ringgit-Malaysia to tour guide. However, you still need pay in full for any cancellation made 1 day prior to tour date.
Pay Online
Accep Visa and MasterCard credit card, Malaysian bank transfer, Paypal, FPX, Alipay. 2.3% surcharge apply. Please be noted that 2.3% processing fee is non-refundable in case there is cancellation 3 days after the payment made.
Bank Transfer
for Malaysians:
Online banking through your Malaysia Bank Account
for International guests:
Use WISE - a Fast & convenient global transfers service, better exchange rate than conventional bank Telegraphic Transfer; No 2.3% processing fee; Generally we would receive your payment in same day.
Additional information
Min. Participant(s): 1 Persons To Go (child does not counted)
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Tour location / Depart from: Sandakan . To reach Sandakan city, you have to take a domestic flight or bus express from Kota Kinabalu or Sandakan. There are direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport too.
Recommend to book: 3 month(s) in advance
To book at least: 7 day(s) in advance
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Cancellation & Refund Policy: Not refunable for any cancellation made.
Tour Type: Sit-In-Coach basis (SIC). This tour is not private tour, you will share the trip with other guests come from different countries. Please notify us upon booking if you are looking for private tour, surcharge might be applied.
Insurance: Tourist transportation insurance included. Please contact your insurance agency for personal travel insurance.
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Pickup Service: Pickup service will be provided from the hotel/hostel/lodge that you are staying. Please wait at lobby while the tour guide will find you when he/she arrive. Dropoff service will be provided after travelling, please notify us upon booking if your dropoff location is differ from pickup location.
Specialities: You may decide the joining date, no compulsory tips (If you are happy and satisfied with the journey and the tour guide service, it's always a nice way to express your appreciation with tipping, OR words of thanks is good enough).
