In the centre of the mangrove forests of Semawang is the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where you can see Borneo's indigenous proboscis monkeys. This privately-owned sanctuary located within an oil palm estate gives you the chance to observe these animals up close and personal.
The remarkable males sport big dangling noses, reddish flat-top hairstyles, white tails and markings, and pot bellies. The females on the other hand, are much smaller and have up-turned noses.
Take a night tour for a chance to see wild boars, flying squirrels, fireflies and crocodiles. The sanctuary also has a lodge with aircondtioned twin or double rooms, family chalet and dormitaries for those who wish to stay overnight.
Getting There
Travel along Jalan Labuk (heading towards Kota Kinabalu) and turn off at the SPS 3 junction at Mile 19 (adjacent to Consolidated Sabah Farms). From here, the sanctuary is a 15km further along the road.
The sanctuary also provides transfers, daytrips and overnight stays. You can also go through a local tour operator.
Hours / Feeding times
Platform A : 09:30am & 02:30pm Daily
Platform B : 11:30am & 04.30pm Daily
Admission Fees
| Adult | Below 12 years old | |
| MyKad Holders | RM15.00 | RM5.00 |
| Others | RM60.00 | RM30.00 |
Further Information
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Yet Hing Oil Palm Estate, Off Jalan Labuk
Sandakan.
Tel : 6 089 672133, 672177, 674880
Fax : 6 089 672136
E-mail : labukbay@proboscis.cc
Website : http://www.proboscis.cc
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