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Wildlife

Sabah wildlife calendar (marine + terrestrial)

Sabah has some of the world's most unique wildlife. Whale sharks at Sipadan, proboscis monkeys in Sukau, turtles on Selingan Island. Each has a season. This shows when to time your trip.
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Q1
Klias Wetlands (KK 1.5h drive), Sukau (Kinabatangan River, multi-day). Best at sunset for river cruise.
Q2
Selingan Island has volunteer programme (3D2N). Book through Sabah Parks or licensed operators.
Q3
No - wildlife is wild. Operator gives 80%+ probability for proboscis, 70%+ for turtles, 60%+ for whale sharks.