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Tours • From Sandakan

3D2N Discover Kinabatangan River with stay at Bilit Adventure Lodge in Sandakan

English guided
Free cancellation
3.6 / 5
(8) • 400+ booked
From
CZK 8,400.09
Outdoor & sports activities • Sandakan

2D1N Selingan Turtle Island with Turtle Watching at Sandakan

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English guided
Morning departure
4.6 / 5
(5) • 400+ booked
CZK 7,153.65
Tours • From Sandakan

Sandakan 2-Day Kinabatangan River Wildlife Discovery

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2)
CZK 4,480.85
Cruises • From Sandakan

4D3N Sepilok Wildlife Tour with Kinabatangan River Cruise Experience in Sandakan

English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(12) • 400+ booked
From
CZK 11,787.25
Cruises • From Sandakan

Sandakan Gomantong Caves & Kinabatangan River Day Trip

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English guided
Free cancellation
CZK 3,058.59
Cruises • From Sandakan

Sukau Full-Day Wildlife & Nature Exploration

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English guided
Free cancellation
CZK 2,141.00
Tours • Sandakan

2D1N Stay at Sepilok Jungle Resort with Sepilok Wlidlife Tour in Sandakan

English guided
Free cancellation
4.0 / 5
(3) • 100+ booked
From
CZK 3,387.15
Outdoor & sports activities • Sandakan

Sepilok Orangutan Centre Half Day Tour

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(5) • 400+ booked
CZK 2,628.98
Save CZK 292.11
Tours • Sandakan

Sandakan Sepilok Orangutan & Sun Bear Half-Day Guided Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2)
From
CZK 2,872.29
Cruises • From Sandakan

Half Day Sepilok Orang Utan & Sun Bear Tour in Sandakan Sabah

Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
CZK 3,116.19
Cruises • Sandakan

Sandakan Gomantong Caves & Kinabatangan River Cruise with Wildlife

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English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
CZK 7,262.05

Reviews of Sandakan activities

Klook User
2026-08-17 11:07:46
Fantastic 5.0
We had the most amazing and fun time on this tour. We loved our time on Kinabatang River where we saw macaque and proboscis monkeys, a Pygmy elephant, crocodiles and birdlife. Our guides Robert and Jeanette were very friendly and knowledgeable. The Bilit Lodge is simple but very clean and satisfactory. The food was also very enjoyable and tasty. Our only downside was that we booked late and couldn't secure accommodation in Sepilok so missed the opportunity to spend some additional time there. The tour company arranged alternative accommodation back in Sandakan but this meant we spent more time travelling on the first two days. Overall I thought this was very well organised and we loved the opportunity to get close up with the variety of animals. The people we met on the tour were all very lovely and safety protocols are followed on the river rides.
Utilisateur Klook
2026-09-03 21:06:37
Fantastic 5.0
The day was well-managed by Johnny, our guide, who accompanied us throughout. The transfers from our hotel to the various locations were well-executed. We would have appreciated receiving confirmation details from the company prior to the excursion. Otherwise, everything else went smoothly.
林 **
2026-09-30 09:25:01
Fantastic 5.0
The room was small, and the water heater in the bathroom was missing, which forced us to take cold showers. The worst part was that mothballs and air fresheners were placed in the bathroom, and their strong scent triggered my nasal allergies all night, keeping me awake! Imagine if someone had a G6PD deficiency; how could they possibly stay in this place? 🙁 Aside from this issue, the overall facilities were okay. Most importantly, the meals were much more abundant and delicious than I expected, and the staff was very friendly with an excellent service attitude, which is truly commendable! 😃
Kato *****
2026-08-13 06:14:34
Fantastic 5.0
I was a little worried about the accommodation being either a resort or a homestay, but I was relieved to find it was a resort with air conditioning, hot water, and a refrigerator. The evening cruise was fantastic; we saw orangutans, proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and Borneo elephants. During the night walk, we saw sleeping birds and slow lorises. On the morning cruise, we spotted a large crocodile. I know seeing animals depends on luck, but I was very satisfied with all the different creatures we encountered!
Klook 用戶
2026-07-13 01:05:06
Great 4.0
Unfortunately, the forest resort was fully booked, so we switched to the Sandakan Hotel, which meant we couldn't experience the jungle atmosphere. The first day of the itinerary started with airport pickup at 7:30 AM, picking up other group members along the way. In the morning, we watched the orangutan feeding show and sun bear feeding within the park, which involved a lot of walking. We had lunch at the Banana Cafe, where we could upgrade our drinks for an additional charge. In the afternoon, we visited the Rainforest Discovery Centre, learning about local bird species, frogs, plants, and their history. The center had many specimens of beetles, butterflies, snakes, and more; it was a small exhibition hall but packed with rich resources. Afterward, we went on a rainforest hike, actually walking through the jungle to look for small creatures. During the hike, the guide asked us which route we preferred and helped us take photos. This part lasted about an hour, and we listened to the guide's explanations along the way. They were enthusiastic in answering any questions we had. We arrived at our accommodation around 3 PM to rest. In the evening, we had dinner at the hotel, and breakfast was provided the next morning. Although there weren't many choices, it saved us the trouble of deciding what to eat. The next day was just the airport drop-off. It's a shame we couldn't spend more time exploring the forest resort, but overall, it was still a good experience.
Thalia *******
2026-07-29 12:24:42
Fantastic 5.0
It was absolutely fantastic! A must-do in my opinion! We had two exceptional guides! We saw everything possible (orangutans, sun bears) and had a super beautiful hike!

Sandakan at a glance

How much do Sandakan activities cost?

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Typical range Typical price
Outdoor & sports activities
HK$2,776 HK$2,893 HK$2,823
Cruises
HK$4,647 HK$4,803 HK$4,788
Tours
HK$1,466 HK$1,489 HK$1,474
HK$0 HK$2,000 HK$4,000

Tours are typically around HKD 1,474 as the easiest way in, while Cruises show the widest choice with prices spanning roughly 156 between lower and higher options. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

14 daysLast-minute
39 daysTypical
67 daysEarly

Travellers typically book activities around 39 days ahead, which still leaves flexibility in the peak months named above. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

What to know before visiting Sandakan

What to expect in Sandakan

The Things to Do collection here is led by Outdoor & sports activities, followed by Cruises and Tours, so you’ll find a mix of active outdoor experiences alongside boat-based excursions and guided tours that suit different trip styles. That spread means travellers can combine an active day on the water or coast with a simpler guided tour or land activity. Demand peaks in 08 and 12, while the quietest month is 02, which affects how busy the same experience feels across the year.

How to choose what to book

The main decision is whether you want a water-focused adventure or land-based activities—pick active marine experiences or easy tours depending on your energy and party. Cruises offer the widest range, from entry-level at HKD 4,647 to upper-end around HKD 4,803, so shopping around can find different comfort levels; Tours are the most affordable way in with a typical price of HKD 1,474. Outdoor & sports activities sit between those options with a typical price of HKD 2,823, and for mid-range buyers what’s included can vary most across providers and activity styles.

When travellers from Hong Kong book

Most travellers book about 39 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 67 days out. That means plan on booking roughly a month ahead to secure preferred dates, and the cushion matters most in the busier months of 08 and 12.

How prices compare across categories

The table below shows how the city's top categories compare on price so you can place a budget before choosing.

Category Typical Price Usual Range
Outdoor & sports activities HKD 2,823 HKD 2,776 – HKD 2,893
Cruises HKD 4,788 HKD 4,647 – HKD 4,803
Tours HKD 1,474 HKD 1,466 – HKD 1,489

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

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