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Top 5 nature & wildlife things to do in Tuaran

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Tuaran that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Sepanggar Island Snorkeling or Leisure Diving from Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran1

    1. Sepanggar Island Snorkeling or Leisure Diving from Kota Kinabalu

    · 5 hours

    No diving experience is required for this sea walking activity in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Snorkeling in shallow waters beside the beach and observe the beautiful marine life busy going about their daily activity.

  2. Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Snorkelling, Tuaran2

    2. Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Snorkelling

    · 6 hours

    Mari Mari Sepanggar Island , a 20 minute boat ride from Kota Kinabalu, offers an idyllic beach resort nestled by primary rainforest hills. Weather strolling along the beach, hiking to the hills peak, or diving explore the vibrant underwater world , it promises a perfect blend of nature and adventure.

  3. Klias Mangrove Wildlife and Fireflies, Tuaran3

    3. Klias Mangrove Wildlife and Fireflies

    · 8 hours

    Escape the city and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of the Klias Wetlands, home to Borneo’s unique wildlife and breathtaking natural scenery. This relaxing river cruise takes you deep into the mangrove forests, where you’ll have the chance to spot the rare and iconic wildlife.

  1. Cowboy Town & Fireflies River Cruise, Tuaran4

    4. Cowboy Town & Fireflies River Cruise

    · 4 hours

    Be transported to the Wild West when you step into this little cowboy town! When you arrive at Sabandar, you will be served with a welcoming drink. The first stop is a stroll through the mangrove park, after which you will have Hi Tea at Bamboo Restaurant. You will also experience horse riding within a paddock and ATV ride near the beach, before dinner back at Bamboo restaurant. You will end your day with a river cruise in search of fireflies.

  2. Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran5

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

    4.3· 7 reviews· 10 hours

    See orangutans in the rainforest at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This unique wildlife sanctuary specializes in caring for baby orphan orangutans and teaches them the survival skills they would have learned from their mothers under normal conditions. The young orangutans are not kept in captivity, but rather come and go as they please while adjusting to their natural habitat. Lunch and a city tour of Sandakan are included. We support animal care centers, your booking helps us in contributing USD10 to the center's affords. Whitesocks Pay It Forward Initiative

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