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Sandakan · Sabah · Malaysia
WildlifeBornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Observe sun bears in a forest setting at Sepilok and learn about rescue, rehabilitation and conservation.
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Admission & tickets
Non-Malaysians:adult 18+ RM50, ages 2–17 RM25. Malaysians: adult RM10, ages 2–17 RM5 with MyKad. Under two enters free. The centre lists reduced foreign-resident rates with valid documents: adult RM30 and ages 2–17 RM15. Admission is separate from the orangutan centre. TRAVEL29 confirms eligibility and terms for your date.
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Suggested visit duration
Planning estimate: 1–2 hours, with separate time for neighbouring attractions.
Best time to visit
Morning with time for quiet observation; individual bears or behaviours cannot be guaranteed.
Why visit Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre?
The centre rescues and rehabilitates sun bears, with visitor observation platforms, information boards and staff support. Bears move within a forest setting, so visibility varies with time and weather. It shares an access gate with Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, but each centre requires a separate admission ticket.
What to look forward to
- Platform-based bear watching; climbing and foraging when visible; conservation information; surrounding forest plants and wildlife.
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Where is it?
Jalan Sepilok, Batu 14, Sandakan, Sabah. Use the shared access gate with the orangutan centre, then follow BSBCC signs to its separate entrance opposite.
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