Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
A sanctuary caring for orphaned and injured orangutans, with viewing platforms at feeding time.
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Sandakan: airports, things to do and where to stay
Sandakan, on Sabah's east coast, is the gateway to orangutan rehabilitation centres and nearby wildlife reserves.
Sandakan airports
From the airport to central Sandakan
Sandakan Airport airport is about 9 km from central Sandakan.
Taxi
Fixed-fare taxi coupons are sold inside the terminal, or ride-hailing apps such as Grab can be used outside; agree the fare in advance if not metered.
Bus
A bus or shuttle connects the airport with the centre of Sandakan, timed around flights.
Sandakan
Things to do in Sandakan
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Sandakan?
Sandakan is served by Sandakan Airport (SDK).
How far is the airport from central Sandakan?
Sandakan Airport airport is about 9 km from central Sandakan.
How do I get from the airport to central Sandakan?
From Sandakan Airport airport you can take Taxi and Bus. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Sandakan?
Highlights of Sandakan include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
Photo credits
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons