Explore the Enchanting Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Getting There

• Bus

  From the Sandakan city center, head to the nearest bus terminal, which is located at Jalan Utara. Look for a bus that is heading towards the Labuk Bay area. The bus fare is usually around RM5-10. Inform the bus driver that you are going to the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. The bus ride will take approximately 30-45 minutes. Once you arrive at the Labuk Bay bus stop, look for signs directing you to the sanctuary, which is about a 10-15 minute walk from the bus stop.

• Taxi or Ride-hailing Service

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi or use a ride-hailing service like Grab. Simply open the app, set your pickup location in Sandakan, and enter 'Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary' as your destination. The drive will take around 30 minutes, and the fare should be around RM30-50 depending on the time of day and traffic conditions. Make sure to confirm the driver knows the location before starting your trip.

• Walking

  For the adventurous, you can opt to walk from the city center to the sanctuary, although this is quite a long trek (approximately 20km). Start from Jalan Utara and head north towards Jalan Labuk. Follow the road signs leading to Labuk Bay. Be prepared for a long walk, and ensure you have plenty of water and sun protection. It would take approximately 4-5 hours to reach the sanctuary on foot.