Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Located deep in the centre of the mangrove forests of Kampung Senawang in Labuk Bay, a local palm oil plantation owner discovered that the land he had purchased also had proboscis monkeys dwelling in them. Thus, the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary was created. It is a unique area as proboscis monkeys are only found in Borneo, and that too in specific areas.
There are hundreds of monkeys here and they are attracted to the viewing areas with food provided by the sanctuary staff. There are two huge observation platforms called A and B. The silverleaf monkey is known to visit the B platform at times too along with the Oriental Pie hornbills! With 2 feeding sessions at the 2 platforms throughout the day, the monkeys can be seen frequently and up close as well. It makes a great time for photography opportunities too.
The layout of the sanctuary allows for close contact between you and the monkeys as well. A small camera fee coupled with affordable entrance fees and great views of the wildlife is what makes Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary a great place to visit. Nearby the sanctuary is the Nipah Lodge, with chalets and dormitories should you wish to spend the night.
There are hundreds of monkeys here and they are attracted to the viewing areas with food provided by the sanctuary staff. There are two huge observation platforms called A and B. The silverleaf monkey is known to visit the B platform at times too along with the Oriental Pie hornbills! With 2 feeding sessions at the 2 platforms throughout the day, the monkeys can be seen frequently and up close as well. It makes a great time for photography opportunities too.
The layout of the sanctuary allows for close contact between you and the monkeys as well. A small camera fee coupled with affordable entrance fees and great views of the wildlife is what makes Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary a great place to visit. Nearby the sanctuary is the Nipah Lodge, with chalets and dormitories should you wish to spend the night.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
If you’re interested to explore flora and fauna, make a trip to the nearby Rainforest Discovery Centre. Here, you can find a Plant Discovery Garden and also it is in the Kapili-Sepilok Forest Reserve area where there are plenty of eco-friendly programmes to try. There is even a boat ride that takes you around a small lake. Some activities that you can try here including birdwatching and guided walking tour to explore nature.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
Considering that the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary is a prime area to view the monkeys in their natural habitat, you should definitely bring a camera with you to document your memorable interactions with them.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
There is a two way shuttle bus provided by the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. A one-way pass costs RM 20. The bus leaves Hotel Sandakan in the town of Sandakan at 9:30 AM, stops at the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Car Park at 10:30 AM before travelling to the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.
Departures from the sanctuary - Sepilok - Sandakan take place at 3 PM and 5 PM daily from the Nipah Lodge @ Labuk Bay (closeby to the sanctuary)
Departures from the sanctuary - Sepilok - Sandakan take place at 3 PM and 5 PM daily from the Nipah Lodge @ Labuk Bay (closeby to the sanctuary)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- For Malaysian residents the entrance fees are RM 5 and RM 15 for children (below 12 years of age) and adults while for non residents it is RM 30 and RM 60 for children and adults respectively.
- The morning feeding session is the best one to go to as it is the busiest time for the monkeys.
- If you’re taking a taxi, be sure to negotiate the price with the driver before getting into the vehicle. Trips with a taxi will always be priced around 3-4 times higher than with a bus.
- Located nearby, there are other wildlife sanctuaries that you can visit such as Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
With over 300 wild proboscis monkeys in the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, rest assured you can spend all day learning all about these unique creatures.
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
With over 300 wild proboscis monkeys in the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, rest assured you can spend all day learning all about these unique creatures.
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Located deep in the centre of the mangrove forests of Kampung Senawang in Labuk Bay, a local palm oil plantation owner discovered that the land he had purchased also had proboscis monkeys dwelling in them. Thus, the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary was created. It is a unique area as proboscis monkeys are only found in Borneo, and that too in specific areas.
There are hundreds of monkeys here and they are attracted to the viewing areas with food provided by the sanctuary staff. There are two huge observation platforms called A and B. The silverleaf monkey is known to visit the B platform at times too along with the Oriental Pie hornbills! With 2 feeding sessions at the 2 platforms throughout the day, the monkeys can be seen frequently and up close as well. It makes a great time for photography opportunities too.
The layout of the sanctuary allows for close contact between you and the monkeys as well. A small camera fee coupled with affordable entrance fees and great views of the wildlife is what makes Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary a great place to visit. Nearby the sanctuary is the Nipah Lodge, with chalets and dormitories should you wish to spend the night.
There are hundreds of monkeys here and they are attracted to the viewing areas with food provided by the sanctuary staff. There are two huge observation platforms called A and B. The silverleaf monkey is known to visit the B platform at times too along with the Oriental Pie hornbills! With 2 feeding sessions at the 2 platforms throughout the day, the monkeys can be seen frequently and up close as well. It makes a great time for photography opportunities too.
The layout of the sanctuary allows for close contact between you and the monkeys as well. A small camera fee coupled with affordable entrance fees and great views of the wildlife is what makes Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary a great place to visit. Nearby the sanctuary is the Nipah Lodge, with chalets and dormitories should you wish to spend the night.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
If you’re interested to explore flora and fauna, make a trip to the nearby Rainforest Discovery Centre. Here, you can find a Plant Discovery Garden and also it is in the Kapili-Sepilok Forest Reserve area where there are plenty of eco-friendly programmes to try. There is even a boat ride that takes you around a small lake. Some activities that you can try here including birdwatching and guided walking tour to explore nature.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
Considering that the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary is a prime area to view the monkeys in their natural habitat, you should definitely bring a camera with you to document your memorable interactions with them.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
There is a two way shuttle bus provided by the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. A one-way pass costs RM 20. The bus leaves Hotel Sandakan in the town of Sandakan at 9:30 AM, stops at the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Car Park at 10:30 AM before travelling to the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.
Departures from the sanctuary - Sepilok - Sandakan take place at 3 PM and 5 PM daily from the Nipah Lodge @ Labuk Bay (closeby to the sanctuary)
Departures from the sanctuary - Sepilok - Sandakan take place at 3 PM and 5 PM daily from the Nipah Lodge @ Labuk Bay (closeby to the sanctuary)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- For Malaysian residents the entrance fees are RM 5 and RM 15 for children (below 12 years of age) and adults while for non residents it is RM 30 and RM 60 for children and adults respectively.
- The morning feeding session is the best one to go to as it is the busiest time for the monkeys.
- If you’re taking a taxi, be sure to negotiate the price with the driver before getting into the vehicle. Trips with a taxi will always be priced around 3-4 times higher than with a bus.
- Located nearby, there are other wildlife sanctuaries that you can visit such as Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
