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Natural attractions in Sabah
Natural attractions in Sabah
Mount Kinabalu - This has to be the top of the list of reasons for visiting Sabah. The 4,095m mountain is the second highest in Southeast Asia (outside Papua, which is regarded as part of Oceania) after Hkakabo Razi in Burma, but is probably one of the easiest to climb as no mountaineering experience is needed, just a lot of stamina. The surrounding National Park is also home to many plants and animals.
Sipadan and the other islands - World-class diving.
Sepilok - The world-famouns Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary near Sandakan is home to orphaned or captured orang utans where they are slowly readapted to the jungle environment.
Turtle Islands Park - Three islands in the Sulu Sea off the coast of Sandakan where you can see turtle conservation at work.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park - Coral islands just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu.
Poring Hot Springs - Soak in pools of natural hot water to cure your muscle aches after you assault on Mount Kinabalu
Danum Valley - See the tropical rainforest near Lahad Datu at its most pristine.
Proboscis monkeys - See them in the wild in the Sukau and Kinabatangan areas near Sandakan and the Klias Wetlands area.
Rafflesia flowers - The world's largest flowers, nearly 1m in diameter, can be seen in the Crocker Range.
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