Discover Sabah, Naturally
Sabah Wildlife & Nature
From orangutan sanctuaries to river safaris and marine encounters, explore Sabah’s extraordinary wildlife and pristine rainforests.
Wild Encounters Await
Meet orangutans, proboscis monkeys, sea turtles and hornbills in their natural homes. Our wildlife guides and tours connect you to Sabah’s most biodiverse forests, rivers and seas.
Primates
Orangutans & Borneo Primates
Go behind the scenes at sanctuaries and into the wild to see orangutans, macaques and gibbons in Sabah.
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
- Wild orangutan encounters
- Responsible primate tours
River
River & Jungle Safaris
Cruise along the Kinabatangan and other rivers to spot proboscis monkeys, crocodiles and rare birds.
- Kinabatangan river cruises
- Jungle trekking & night walks
- Wildlife lodges & river camps
Marine
Marine Wildlife & Sea Turtles
Snorkel and dive with turtles, sharks and vibrant reef life in some of the world’s richest seas.
- Turtle sanctuaries & hatcheries
- Snorkelling & diving spots
- Whale sharks & reef sightings
Birds
Birds & Rainforest
Spot hornbills, pittas and endemics in Sabah’s pristine forests and birding hotspots.
- Bird watching at Sepilok & Danum
- Rainforest canopy walks
- Endemic species & best guides
Sanctuaries
Sanctuaries & Rehabilitation
Visit rescues that give orangutans, sun bears and sea turtles a second chance.
- Sepilok & Sun Bear centres
- Turtle sanctuaries & hatcheries
- How to support conservation
Night Tours
Jungle Night Walks & Experiences
See Sabah’s nocturnal wonders: night walks, river cruises and treetop observations.
- Nocturnal animals & insects
- Night river safaris
- Best places & how to prepare
Saving the Orangutans: Inside Sepilok
Witness the incredible work at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and learn how rescued orangutans learn to live wild again.
- The rescue & rehabilitation process
- Visitor etiquette & how to help
- Nearby sanctuaries & tours
- Visiting logistics & best times
Ready to Plan Your Wildlife Adventure?
Let us know your must-see animals and travel dates, and we’ll arrange safaris, hikes and tours tailored to you.