Tabin is an enormous dipterocarp rainforest landscape in the eastern part of Sabah (120,500 hectares), Malaysian Borneo with a most diverse range of flora and fauna.  It was declared a wildlife reserve because of the large numbers of animal species inhabiting its forest, including several which are highly endangered. The three largest mammals of Sabah, namely the Borneo Pygmy Elephant, Sumatran Rhinoceros and Tembadau are all found within Tabin. The Reserve offers an unique opportunity to experience the unfolding excitement  of adventure in a rainforest setting.

Tabin is located in the eastern part of Sabah.  To get there, one can travel by domestic flight from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu, and then take a one-hour drive by road to reach the main base of Tabin. Another popular way of visiting Tabin is going over land from Sandakan which requires a 3-hour leisure drive.  This is popular with visitors who combine Sabah’s east coast attractions: Sepilok Orang Rehabilitation Centre, Sukau, Tabin, and Sipadan.

Tabin Wildlife Resort offers two unique classes of accommodation.  The Tabin Chalets (located on thick forested hills)  and Tabin Lodges (built along the flowing Lipad river) feature authentic Borneo timber bungalows with private balcony, air-conditioned and attached bathroom using hot shower. Click here for Accommodation

Tabin Willdife Resort was the recipient of the “Most Promisiong Tourist Attraction Award” given by Tourism Malaysia in 2003. The resort’s facilities aim  at providing a comfortable and memorable stay to visitors while they experience  the spectacular Borneon flora and fauna.

Careful thoughts has been given in developing Tabin as a eco-tourism destination so that a balance for both human and nature to co-exist harmoniously is achieved. The development is particularly mindful of the protection and conservation of nature as a priority.  All programs and activities are designed to have minimal impact on natural resources, and the facilities are sustainable.

The Tabin  package "Tabin Wildlife Observation 'n' Nature" highlights the mud volcano which is good for observing footprints of animals visiting the place for their regular salt-intake, nocturnal wildlife-spotting, jungle-trekking and bird-watching. A "Edu-Nature" series program targeting at youth and student groups wanting to learn more about the biodiversity of the rainforest is currently being test-marketed. Tailor-made itineraries can be made for special-interest groups based on their requests.

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