Satang Turtle Island National Park
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Nature & Wildlife,
Swim & Snorkel,
National Park
Satang Turtle Island National Park consists of two islands Pulau Satang Besar and Pulau Satang Kecil just off Sarawak’s west coast. These protected islands, surrounded by the pristine waters of the South China sea, are a recognized sanctuary for Green and rare Hawksbill turtles who return to the islands each year to lay their eggs.
You can visit the turtle conservation and hatchery area and learn about the conservation program on the island. Park rangers collect the turtle eggs, count them and replace them in a beach hatchery. When the hatchlings emerge from their eggs after 40 to 60 days, their numbers are recorded before they are released into the sea.
The surrounding ocean contains an abundance of coral and marine life and it is possible to swim and snorkel here and to take a guided stroll through the National Park’s jungle-filled interior.
Latest Reviews
Review by Robert G, April 2013
Doing what: Satang Island Turtle Conservation and Snorkeling Day Trip from Kuching
Although not the high season so turtle side was good and the trip was excellent overall as we had a trip to ourselves, so really attentive and very informative. My wife saw a turtle and snorkling was very good.
Review by Andrew W, Australia, June 2012
Doing what: Satang Island Turtle Conservation and Snorkeling Day Trip from Kuching
Snorkeling not that good. Water was a bit murky and there were sea lice in the water. But i did see quite a few fish and some big ones too. The island was quiet was really nice to sit in the shade (it was hot !) on the beach, except for the sand flies. Lunch was ok. Dont expect to see any turtles, just their tracks on the sand and where the eggs have been relocated. I did enjoy just sitting in the warm water on the beach (no sea lice or sand flies in the shallow water).
Practical Info
Satang Turtle Island National Park is a 30-minute boat ride from Damai Beach, Sarawak Boat Club Jetty or Telaga Air Jetty. The Park can only be visited on an organized tour as conservation takes precedence over tourism and certain areas are off limits to the public.
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