Selingan Turtle Island, Borneo

The Turtle Island Park lies north of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea, Borneo and consists of Selingan, Bakingan Kecil and Gulisan islands. The park is a safe haven for the endangered green and hawksbill turtles and gives you the rare opportunity to watch turtle landings. Selingan, the largest of the islands, houses the park's headquarters, a turtle hatchery, accommodation and very basic facilities. A popular place to visit on one of our Borneo Holidays.

The turtles come ashore to lay their eggs usually after dusk. Shining a light on them or using camera flashes is not permitted as either can be stressful on the creatures.

Turtles lay their eggs throughout the year, but the best time to head there is between July and October when the sea is calmer. Observe the collection of eggs, tagging of mother turtles and releasing of baby turtles into the sea.

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