{"id":1108,"date":"2016-12-05T03:09:58","date_gmt":"2016-12-05T03:09:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borneoecotours.com\/blog\/?p=1108"},"modified":"2023-12-24T23:40:40","modified_gmt":"2023-12-24T15:40:40","slug":"best-places-to-see-wildlife-in-borneo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borneoecotours.com\/blog\/best-places-to-see-wildlife-in-borneo\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Places To See Wildlife In Sabah, Borneo"},"content":{"rendered":"

Borneo is renowned as a mecca of rich biodiversity and what makes it truly special is that you can find some of the most unique and rarest wildlife there. So here’s a listicle we’ve compiled of some of the best places in Borneo to discover wildlife!
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Pygmy elephants bathing in the Kinabatangan River (Photo credit: Calvin Ng)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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    Sukau Rainforest Lodge<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Take a cruise along one of the longest rivers in Borneo, Kinabatangan River and discover a hidden paradise that\u2019s home to various wildlife such as the Orang Utan, Pygmy elephants, Proboscis monkeys and majestic birds. Tucked in the heart of the rainforest, Sukau Rainforest Lodge offers its guest a delightfully exceptional experience that\u2019s unique and unforgettable.
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      Danum Valley <\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      A pristine and greatly protected forest area, Danum Valley is known for its wide-range of wildlife and flora inhabitants as well as its untouched lowland dipterocarp forest. The forest conservation is an ideal location to carry out environmental research, education and habitat restoration training.
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      Clouded Leopard at the Tabin Wildlife Reserve (Photo credit: Lawrence Chin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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        Tabin Wildlife Reserve<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Another well-known nature preserve in Borneo, Tabin Wildlife is home to some highly endangered wildlife. Some of its inhabitants include the Sunda clouded leopard, Borneo Pygmy elephants, Tembadau, over 200 species of birds and many more. Some of the activities you can do there is the night safari, wildlife-spotting, birdwatching and others.
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        Female turtle ready to lay her eggs. (Photo taken by Mr. Albert Teo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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          Selingan Island<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          A sanctuary for green and hawksbill turtles, Selingan Island is an ideal destination for those who are interested to view turtles in particular. Selingan Island gives you the rare opportunity to watch turtle landings and witness these beautiful creatures as they come to shore to lay their eggs. Visitors can observe the collection of the eggs, tagging of mother turtles and the releasing of baby turtles into the sea.
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          (Photo credit: Fernando Rulloda)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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            Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            A refuge for the endangered Orang Utans, the rehabilitation centre provides the care orphaned orang utans need before they are released back into the wild. Visitors are welcomed to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and there, you can observe the orangutans during feeding time as well as witness discretely part of the rehabilitation process from the centre\u2019s outdoor nursery.
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            (Photo credit: Mr. Albert Teo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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              Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              The Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre is currently home to 40 rescued ex-captive Sun Bears. At the centre, these bears are provided with the care and rehabilitation they need to go on and adapt as well as survive in the wild. The centre was also set up in order to bring about awareness to the public about the importance of protecting the vulnerable sun bears.
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                Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary <\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                An idyllic location to view and observe Proboscis monkeys, Labuk Bay is nestled in the middle of a mangrove forest, just along the coastal land close to Samawang Village, Sandakan. These primates can\u2019t be found anywhere else in the world, which is why the experience at Labuk Bay would be a unique and memorable one for any wildlife enthusiast.
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