In the centre of the mangrove forests of Sumawang 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.
A river trip can be arranged to further observe the monkeys or do some bird watching, as hornbills and kingfishers are found in the area. Take a night tour for a chance to see wild boars, flying squirrels, fireflies and crocodiles. The sanctuary also has a lodge with six air-conditioned twin-sharing rooms and a dormitory 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 kilometre 23 (adjacent to
Consolidated Sabah Farms). From here, the farm is a further 15km along the
gravel road.
The sanctuary also provides transfers, daytrips and overnight stays. You can also go through a local tour operator.
Hours / Feeding times
Mornings : 11.30am till
1.30pm
Afternoons : 4.30pm till 6.00pm
Admission Fees
| Adult |
Below 18 years old |
|
| MyKad Holders |
RM15.00 |
RM10.00 |
| Others |
RM60.00 |
RM30.00 |
Further Information
Labuk
Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Yet Hing Oil Palm Estate, Off Jalan
Labuk
Sandakan.