Things to do in Sandakan

Activities, attractions and tours

Sandakan
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Things to do

Sandakan: Gomantong Cave Echoes & Kinabatangan River Safari

Sandakan: Gomantong Cave Echoes & Kinabatangan River Safari

P10,777
per adult
Sandakan: Gomantong Cave Echoes & Kinabatangan River Safari
Kinabatangan River Cruise from Sandakan

Kinabatangan River Cruise from Sandakan

P9,100
per adult
Kinabatangan River Cruise from Sandakan
Mangrove Cruise with Fireflies Tour Including Dinner from Sandakan

Mangrove Cruise with Fireflies Tour Including Dinner from Sandakan

P4,748
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Cruise with Fireflies Tour Including Dinner from Sandakan
Photo Session Sepilok Orang Utan

Full Day Orang Utan Sepilok, Proboscis Monkey, Sunbear, RDC

P13,270
per adult
Full Day Orang Utan Sepilok, Proboscis Monkey, Sunbear, RDC
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu

P11,604
per adult
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

P8,086
per adult
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu
Day Trip Sepilok Orang Utan & Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey

Day Trip Sepilok Orang Utan & Proboscis Monkey (Flight Excluded)

P20,121
per adult
Day Trip Sepilok Orang Utan & Proboscis Monkey (Flight Excluded)
Sepilok Orangutan Center

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan,Sun Bear & Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

P9,258
per adult
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan,Sun Bear & Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu
Sepilok Orangutan , SunBear, Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan City

Sepilok Orangutan , SunBear, Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan City

P12,715
per adult
Sepilok Orangutan , SunBear, Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan City
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Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch

Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 22,247 per adult*
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Cruises & boat tours

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3D2N Jungle Wildlife Adventure in Sandakan (Full Board)

3D2N Jungle Wildlife Adventure in Sandakan (Full Board)

Activity duration is 3 days
Price is P 47,960 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Sandakan: Private City Tour, Rainforest, Jungle Walk, Birds

Sandakan: Private City Tour, Rainforest, Jungle Walk, Birds

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,697 per adult*
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History & culture

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Sandakan: Wild Cruise Ticket in Sunrise, Sunset or Night

Sandakan: Wild Cruise Ticket in Sunrise, Sunset or Night

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,756 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch

Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 22,247 per adult*
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What to do in Sandakan

Popular places to visit

An orangutan in a bizarre pose among the green leaves of a tree. The primate holds onto branches and a stretched rope with its paws and looks down. Malaysia. Borneo. Sandakan. Rehabilitation Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

Watch as a community of orphaned orangutans play in the trees above you at this sanctuary.

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Rainforest Discovery Centre

Rainforest Discovery Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Rainforest Discovery Centre, a lovely green space in Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rainforest Discovery Centre
Gomantong Caves

Gomantong Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Gomantong Caves, a lovely green space in Sandakan. Wander the rainforest and seaside in the area.

Gomantong Caves
Adult female proboscis monkeys sitting on the wood alone. Jungle trees on background Labuk bay, Sabah, Borneo island. Travel Malaysia

Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Two daily feeding sessions draw crowds of tourists to watch monkeys as they swing through their natural habitat.

Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

See the exotic and native animals who call Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre home during your trip to Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

Sandakan Harbour Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sandakan Harbour Mall during your visit to Sandakan. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Sandakan Harbour Mall

Sandakan Rainforest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Rainforest Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Sandakan Rainforest Park

Pulau Selingan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pulau Selingan during your travels in Sandakan. Wander the rainforest and seaside in the area.

Pulau Selingan

Kinabatangan Jungle Camp

Enjoy an outing to Kinabatangan Jungle Camp during your stay in Sandakan. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples in the area.

Kinabatangan Jungle Camp
Beautiful image of rain-forest with reflection in water at Royal Belum State Park, Gerik Perak Malaysia.

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Kota Kinabatangan

Kota Kinabatangan

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandakan worth visiting?
Whether you plan to enjoy the cultural attractions and local charm or sample unique foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Sandakan.
How do I spend a day in Sandakan?
Sandakan Rainforest Park and Bukit Buli Sim Sim are two good places to begin your getaway adventures. Remember to explore the shopping and dining options in Sandakan while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sandakan?
Bukit Buli Sim Sim is one of the top tourist attractions in Sandakan and should feature high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Sandakan?
Three days in Sandakan is enough to visit the city's key attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Bukit Buli Sim Sim, Sandakan Rainforest Park and Saint Michael's and All Angels Church are top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Sepilok.
What are some activities to do in Sandakan with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all of your group, have a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Sandakan with kids.

What to do in Sandakan for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of Mother Nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Sandakan for adults including Sandakan Memorial Park and Japanese Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Sandakan?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Sandakan is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without taking your wallet out. Bukit Buli Sim Sim is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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