Visiting hours
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Lankayan Island · Sabah · Malaysia
Beaches & islandsLankayan Island
An offshore Sabah island for a quiet stay and reef exploration, with boat transfers and diving arranged in advance from Sandakan.
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Suggested visit duration
Allow two to three days as a planning estimate; actual nights depend on available packages and boat arrangements.
Best time to visit
Choose suitable sea and visibility conditions. Reconfirm operation and weather before booking, without relying on promises of specific wildlife sightings.
Why visit Lankayan Island?
Lankayan lies in the Sulu Sea off northeastern Sabah. It attracts reef and underwater-life enthusiasts, with accommodation and boat transfers requiring advance coordination. The five photographs show underwater habitats, rather than a walking route; diving suitability depends on the site and the visitor’s experience.
What to look forward to
- Reefs, fish and smaller marine creatures, plus dives selected by the centre for group experience and sea conditions. Wreck sites exist in the area but are not included in every package. Turtle and whale-shark sightings are not guaranteed.
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Where is it?
Lankayan Island, Sabah. The pin marks the island jetty as an arrival reference. Sandakan is the usual gateway; Tourism Malaysia gives approximately 90 minutes by speedboat. Confirm the exact jetty, schedule and duration with the operator, subject to sea conditions.
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