The only island in the Turtle Islands National Park with visitor-accessible hatcheries, Pulau Selingan used to have a mixed reputation with regards to turtle tours. The Turtle Islands Park, 40km north of Sandakan, The park is 40km (25 miles) from Sandakan and comprises three islands ? Pulau Selingaan, Pulau Bakkungan and Pulau Gulisaan ? covering 1,740 hectares (4,295 acres). Visitors have the opportunity to catch sight of rare and endangered turtles from the Green and Hawksbill species when they swim ashore to lay eggs.

All year round, green and hawksbill turtles gather to lay their eggs on the island beaches north of Sandakan Bay. Only the largest island, Selingan, is open to visitors. Besides housing the Park Headquarters, it also offers accommodation and some basic facilities. A visit to the Turtle Islands Park requires an overnight stay. Day trips are not available. Accommodation is provided. Please contact Mybarter JomTour! for overnight trip arrangement.

Turtle Island Conservation Fee:

Malaysian = RM20 Adult, RM10 (below 12 years)

Non-Malaysian = RM60 Adult, RM30 (below 12 years)

Night photography of turtle landing

(unaided by flash) RM10