South of Kota Kinabalu and near the town of Beaufort, the Klias wetlands is an eco-destination sure to intrigue nature lovers. The lush mangrove forest reserve teems with creatures big and small, the most famous of them being the infamous proboscis monkey, Borneo’s largest primate distinguished by its pendulous nose, big round belly and light golden brown fur coat. In addition to having the largest proboscis monkey population, the wetlands are also home to macaques and the rare silvery langur monkey. One could even spot crocodiles, monitor lizards, tree snakes and all kinds of birds. When night falls, the forest comes alive with luminous fireflies.
This tour package requires minimum 2 persons.
Stay an extra day in Sandakan to explore wildlife conservation centres and spend more time with the orang utans, sun bears and proboscis monkeys.
Overland journey on gravel road to Danum Valley Conservation Area to explore the largest protected area of lowland dipterocarp rainforest in Sabah.
Klias wetland is an eco-destination teems with the proboscis monkeys and other creatures. Get to watch the enchanting dance of fireflies in the evening.