Things to do in Sepilok

A stunning place, the nature is untamed, and it is never really crowded, a great way to get closer to nature and explore the rainforest. The canopy walk was my favorite! You can spend your entire day here, since the area is huge, and also there’s a lot of resting spots as well as a great restaurant within the grounds. I haven’t taken any photos of the garden area, but if you go to RDC absolutely visit that, it is very unique and beautiful. Also, highly recommend a night walk, which you can book for yourself at the ticket office, it is not pricey at all, and the rangers and guides that take you trough the jungle at night are very knowledgeable and professional. A one of a kind experience, thank you Sepilok ! 💚💚💚

Entering the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary is like opening a vivid book of natural history. As soon as you enter, you can hear the long cries of gibbons, as if welcoming visitors. Walking along the winding path, the tall parashorea chinensis blocks the sun, and the sun can only shine through the gaps. Here, if you are lucky, you can see orangutans wandering in the forest. They grab branches with their flexible long arms, sometimes stop to eat, and sometimes look at tourists curiously. The observation station in the reserve is an excellent viewing point, where you can observe the life of the orangutans up close. The staff will also explain the living habits and protection knowledge of the orangutans, so that people can deeply understand the significance of protecting this home. When the sun sets, the afterglow gives the rainforest a layer of gold, and leaves with full shock and awe of nature. This trip is not only sightseeing, but also a deep dialogue with natural creatures, an unforgettable experience engraved in the depths of memory.

A beautiful place and, honestly, much more interesting than I expected. Reading some reviews, I'd seen comments about the place not being particularly well-maintained, but I think it's important to remember that it's a farm, a real farm, and from that perspective, I found it more than well-maintained and absolutely consistent with what it is. I was expecting something completely different, but instead I was pleasantly surprised by how unique and intriguing this place is. It was wonderful to be able to see the crocodiles in person, up close, but always in complete safety. Personally, I enjoyed this visit even more than the river trip, where, yes, we saw wild animals in their habitat, but often surrounded by numerous boats full of tourists. Here, despite being a farm, the experience was much more pleasant and engaging. I also really appreciated the option to buy food to feed the animals: we bought a lot and we really enjoyed it, because it allows you to contribute directly and at the same time, it makes for an even more immersive experience. Another thing I really appreciated is that this was the only place we've visited so far where we found no price difference between tourists and residents. I personally thought it was a good choice, and it made me even more happy to spend a little more on the facility. We were also lucky enough to witness them feeding the crocodiles: SPECTACULAR! Definitely one of the highlights of the visit. I absolutely recommend it to anyone passing through Sandakan. I'm really happy I was there, and, against all my initial expectations, it was one of the experiences that surprised me the most.

I almost left the Sandakan Memorial Park off my travel plans, but I'm glad I didn't. The Sandakan Memorial Park is a lovely, cool oasis with great views. The park was built to commemorate the residents of Australia, Britain, New Zealand and Sandakan Island who endured three years of brutal Japanese occupation during World War II. It's very informative and the stories are very touching, and you can see many real historical events and stories left by the 6 prisoners of war who survived the concentration camp. The Sandakan Memorial Park is well worth a visit.

Beautiful Bears being looked after by great staff members who really care.

The Proboscis Monkey Reserve is a place with a unique natural ecological environment. The proboscis monkey is also a very cute little animal. The scenery in the reserve is also rich. The proboscis monkey is very suitable for living in the wild, and the scope of the reserve is also very large.

We chose this hotel for a short family trip because of its tranquility, and after our stay, everyone raved about how great our choice was. It doesn't follow trends or try to be trendy; it exudes a quiet elegance without being ostentatious. From the moment we entered, even the elderly in our family couldn't help but say, "This place makes us feel so at ease." The entire hotel space is exceptionally bright and airy. There are no cramped corridors or overly complicated decorations. Several thriving green plants line the hallways, and even the air is free of pungent aromatherapy, only a subtle, natural fragrance. The staff were exceptionally patient with the elderly and children, proactively bringing small snacks for our kids and thoughtfully providing warm milk. The rooms were spacious enough that the elderly didn't feel cramped at all. Two wicker chairs were placed on the small balcony by the window, where the whole family could sit, drink tea, and enjoy the courtyard view—it was incredibly pleasant. In the morning, the courtyard is filled with the scent of plants, and the wind, filtering through the eaves, carries the distant chirping of birds. In these moments of peace and tranquility, the tension of our daily lives completely melts away. The most precious thing about traveling isn't how many sights you see, but that the whole family can have a peaceful rest. This hotel perfectly meets that need, and we'll definitely choose it again for future family trips.