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A jewel like tiny island in the Sulu Sea, an hour and
a half boat rides north of Sandakan; Lankayan
has been declared part of an immense Marine Protected
Area to adopt the eco-tourism concept. Unpopulated and
covered by thick tropical island vegetation on its topside,
this peaceful, untouched little bit of paradise is ringed
by an endless pure of white sandy beach, offering simply
elegant and exquisite accommodation in all 16 wooden,
roomy and perfectly appointed seafront double-occupancy
chalets and 2 bungalows which consist of 4 and 5 units
of standard room respectively.
While the ideal destination for those who search for
tranquility and relaxation in a virgin natural setting
and for families with children, Lankayan Island is also
becoming one of the hottest diving destination on the
map today: its dive sites - all just a few minutes away
- boasting unbelievable colorful macro, fauna, fascinating
wrecks and in season from March to May, regular sightings
of gigantic and harmless whale sharks, the "dream
date " of every diver in the world.
Situated within the Sea Turtle Corridor, Lankayan
Island is also a nesting place and foraging ground for
sea turtles; most commonly Green Turtle and Hawksbill
Turtle. Therefore, guest will have a chance to see turtles
nesting as well as new hatchlings of baby turtles released
to the sea especially in season from June to September.
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