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🌿 Kota Kinabalu Wetland Ramsar: An Urban Sanctuary for Nature Lovers!

#kotakinabalutrip Just **5 minutes from KK city center**, discover this hidden **24-hectare mangrove forest** - a protected Ramsar site teeming with wildlife! **📍 Quick Info:** - **Entry:** RM10 (adults), RM5 (kids) - **Hours:** 8AM-6PM daily (last entry 5PM) - **Facilities:** Boardwalk, observation tower, visitor center **🐦 Why Visit?** ✅ Spot **wild proboscis monkeys** & saltwater crocs! ✅ Home to **82 bird species** - perfect for birdwatching 🦜 ✅ Serene **1.5km wooden boardwalk** through mangroves ✅ KK’s only **remaining mangrove forest** in city limits **📸 Best Experiences:** - Golden hour at the **observation tower** (stunning sunset views!) - Spotting **fiddler crabs** along the muddy shores - Learning about mangrove ecosystems at the **education center** **💡 Pro Tips:** - Bring **binoculars & mosquito repellent** - Visit during **low tide** for best wildlife spotting - Combine with **nearby Signal Hill** for a half-day nature trip **Perfect for:** Birders, photographers, families & anyone needing a quick nature escape! #kkwetlands #urbannature **🌱 Eco Note:** This vital ecosystem filters water & protects KK’s coastline - your visit helps conservation efforts!
Posted: Apr 23, 2025
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