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Sea turtle hatchlings crawling along a sandy beach in Kuching, tiny flippers pushing up as part of a wildlife safari
Full-Day Borneo Wildlife & Conservation | Dolphins + Turtle Rescue
Spot rare dolphins & visit turtle sanctuary.
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
8 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 8 guests
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Full-day wildlife & conservation trip in Kuching
If you want a wildlife day in Kuching that feels meaningful, this is perfect. It's full-day wildlife experience where you'll get to spot rare Irrawaddy dolphins (ethically), visit a turtle conservation centre, and explore mangroves. It’s a relaxed, meaningful day that combines wildlife encounters with real conservation work.You’ll start with a wildlife cruise to spot rare Irrawaddy dolphins along the Santubong coast. These dolphins are shy and hard to spot, so sightings are not guaranteed. Instead of chasing them (which many boats do), your captain reads the river, moves slowly, and waits. If the dolphins appear, it’s on their terms - which means a more natural, less stressful encounter. Along the way, you might also see proboscis monkeys, crocodiles and eagles.The second half of the day is just as special. You’ll visit a turtle conservation centre and meet the team protecting these turtles against the odds. Even outside peak season, it’s eye-opening to see the work they do.There’s also time for optional snorkelling or beach time near Satang Island.What to ExpectDolphin cruise along Santubong coastChance to spot rare Irrawaddy dolphinsVisit a turtle conservation centreExplore mangroves (possible croc sightings)Optional snorkelling or beach timePacked lunch and local guide includedTraveller TipsDolphin sightings: Sightings aren’t guaranteed. These are wild animals, and the boat doesn’t chase them (to avoid stressing them), so it depends on luck and conditions on the day.Turtle rescue: July to September is the best time to see turtles. Outside of that, the visit is still worthwhile — you’ll still learn a lot about their conservation work.Snorkelling: This isn’t the main focus of the trip, but it’s available if you’d like a bit of extra activity or time in the water.Group size: A minimum of 2 adults is required for the trip to run. If this isn’t met, you can reschedule, cancel, or top up to proceed.
Experience highlights
What You’ll be Doing
Dolphin spotting, turtle conservation and snorkeling in Satang Island
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What’s Included
Return land transfer from hotel in town (seat-in-coach)
English/Mandarin/Malay speaking Tour Guide
Small boat transfer
Packed Lunch
Drinking water
Snorkeling gear
Entrance fee
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 31 May 2026
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Your Hotel in Kuching(Kuching, Malaysia)
- 07:15am
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & Ends
Daily
07:30AM - 03:00PM
Suitability / Accessibility
- Vegetarian food available
- Halal food available
- Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)
Cancellation & other policies
Cancellation
Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refundMinimum Participants
If there are fewer than 2 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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What to Pack
- Since you will be exposed to the hot tropical sun, we highly recommend that you bring along a wide-brimmed hat or cap, sunglasses and sun screen.
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RM391.4
/person5.0(17)
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Meet your host
Hey there! I'm David Lim from Kuching, Sarawak. We're excited to show you the best of Borneo at places like the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Bako National Park, and stunning longhouses. Think wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and unforgettable adventures!
Experience: 15 years
Speaks: Basic English, Chinese, Bahasa, Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 62%
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