Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
See Borneo’s proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay on a short Sandakan wildlife tour with transfers, guide, entrance fees and lunch included.
Spend a focused half-day with one of Borneo’s most recognisable wildlife species.
depart from your hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport and travel to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, a privately owned sanctuary set within an oil palm estate. Here, you’ll have the chance to observe Borneo’s indigenous proboscis monkeys from close viewing areas as they move through the trees and come down to feed.
Watch young and adult proboscis monkeys leap between branches, gather around the feeding area and interact in their family groups. After the sanctuary visit, continue for lunch at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Restaurant before returning to Sandakan Airport or your hotel.
Tour Overview
Start: Sandakan
End: Sandakan
Duration
Departure Time
About 3 hours
8:30 AM or 12:30 PM daily
Minimum guests
Meals
2 persons per booking
Lunch included
hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport
Accommodation
Not included
English-speaking guide
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Why you'll love this trip
- Visit Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary and observe Borneo’s distinctive proboscis monkeys from close viewing areas.
- Watch young and adult monkeys move through the trees and come down to feed on leaves, plants and rice cakes.
- Keep the day simple with hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport pickup, transfers, guiding and entrance fees arranged for you.
- A compact wildlife option for travellers short on time, with morning or afternoon departure choices.
- Enjoy lunch at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Restaurant after the sanctuary visit.
- Good for wildlife photographers and families looking for an accessible Sandakan nature experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 • Sandakan / Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Begin with pickup from your hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport, then drive to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. Set within an oil palm estate, this privately owned sanctuary offers a convenient place to observe Borneo’s indigenous proboscis monkeys from dedicated viewing areas.
During the visit, watch for young and adult proboscis monkeys moving through the trees before coming down to feed on young leaves, plants and rice cakes. Their distinctive appearance, social behaviour and tree-to-tree movement make this a rewarding short wildlife experience.
After the sanctuary visit, continue for lunch at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Restaurant. Your tour ends with drop-off at Sandakan Airport or your hotel within Sandakan.
Inclusions and activities
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Seat-in-coach transfers
Pickup and drop-off from hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport, plus return transfer to Labuk Bay.
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English-speaking guide
Guiding is included for the scheduled sanctuary visit and transfer arrangements.
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Entrance fees
Relevant entrance fees are included as stated in the itinerary.
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Labuk Bay sanctuary visit
Observe proboscis monkeys from dedicated viewing areas inside the sanctuary.
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Proboscis monkey feeding
Chance to see monkeys come down to feed on leaves, plants and rice cakes, subject to animal behaviour.
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Lunch included
Lunch at Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Restaurant is included after the sanctuary visit.
Before you book you should know
- Compact wildlife itinerary: This is a short Labuk Bay tour designed for travellers who want a focused proboscis monkey experience without a full-day schedule.
- Sanctuary setting: Labuk Bay is a privately owned sanctuary within an oil palm estate, so the experience is different from a deep jungle trek.
- Wildlife conditions: Monkey activity and feeding visibility may vary depending on sanctuary operations and animal behaviour.
- Outdoor conditions: Expect warm, humid weather, some walking and time standing at viewing areas.
Malaysia entry requirements depend on your passport, nationality and travel history. Please check the latest visa and entry rules before booking your flights.
Travellers are responsible for holding valid passports, visas, onward travel documents and any arrival requirements set by Malaysian authorities or airlines.
If you are unsure, contact your nearest Malaysian embassy, consulate or airline before travelling.
No accommodation is included on this short tour. The tour starts and ends in Sandakan, with pickup and drop-off available from hotels within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport.
If you need accommodation before or after the tour, this can be arranged separately based on your travel plans.
Camera fees
- Camera fees, if charged by the sanctuary, are not included and should be paid directly on site.
- Fees and photography rules may change without prior notice.
What to bring
- Sunscreen lotion, insect repellent, cap or hat, raincoat or poncho
- Sturdy shoes for walking and viewing areas
- Camera and binoculars if preferred
- Comfortable light cotton casual attire with long or short pants, as humidity is high throughout
Important notes
- Wildlife sightings and feeding activity are not guaranteed and remain subject to sanctuary operations and animal behaviour on the day.
- Lunch is included, but beverages and special meal requests may be limited. Please advise dietary requirements at the time of booking.
- Camera fees, personal expenses, beverages, accommodation, meals not stated, airfare, tipping, porterage and items not stated in the inclusions are excluded.
- Pickup and drop-off are available from hotel within Sandakan or Sandakan Airport. Please provide your hotel name or flight details when booking.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and light casual clothing. Humidity is high throughout the day, and rain is possible at any time.