The
Turtle Islands Park, lying some 40 kilometers north of Sandakan
and close to the Philippines border, comprises of 3 islands -
Selingan, Bakkungan Kecil and Gulisan. It covers an area of 1,740
hectares, which includes the surrounding coral reefs and sea.
The Park is famous for its green and hawksbill turtles, which
lay their eggs on the beaches of the islands. Visitors to the
Turtle Islands Park depart by boat from the Sandakan harbour and
the trip takes between 45 minutes and 3 hours, depending on the
speed of the boats.
Accommodation
is on Selingan with fully furnished chalets for up to 20 persons
per night.
2
Days 1 Night Sandakan / Selingan Turtle Island
Tour
Code: BKI
Departure: Daily
Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
(Minimum of 2 persons)
Day
01 : Sandakan / Selingan Turtle Island.
Depart in the morning from the hotel in
Sandakan. Depart by boat about 1 hour journey to Selingan Island.
Upon arrival, check in at the Chalet and lunch will be provided.
After lunch, guided tour of the island will be conducted and you
will shown the nesting places of the turtles. Afternoon, free
at leisure. In the evening, proceed to watch the turtles egg-laying.
Dinner and overnight.
Meals:
01 Breakfast, 01 Lunch and 01 Dinner
Includes: Transfer, L, D
Day
02 : Selingan Island / Sandakan.
After breakfast, return to Sandakan by boat
before transferring to the hotel or airport for your return flight
Please
contact our tour office for details & pricing or through our
online Reservation.
Price
Includes:
Transfer, Breakfast
01 Night at Chalet in Selingan Island
Fees for permits and Entrance fee
:
Raincoat, Swim wear and personal items
of nature.
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© 1998-2002 Transworld Travel Services Sdn. Bhd.
All
postal correspondence, please send to P.O. Box 42, 98007 Miri,
Sarawak.
