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Gaya Island (Pulau
Gaya) |
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Gaya Island (Pulau Gaya) is a sizeable Malaysian island of
1465 ha, just 10 minutes off Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Gaya
Island is the biggest island of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. The
Gayana Resort on the island is nicely integrated into the
nature-rich environment, making it an exciting place to stay
and hang around. Check out the 360° panoramic view of Gayana
Resort at the right. Gaya Island is a first class
destination for trekking as well as swimming and here you
can find one of the most romantic and beautiful beaches in
the borneo.
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If you ever
have dreamed of a beach with shading palms and tropical
trees, you have found the place. But this 140 hectares
island with 25 kilometers of shoreline is not only for
sun-bathers.
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A twenty
minute boat ride to Gaya Island begins a day of
exploration and relaxation amongst the backdrop of some
of the most beautiful scenery. Here you can explore
undisturbed forest as you stroll along the jungle trails
and learn about some of the varied flora and fauna such
as the unique medicinal plants, tropical hardwood trees,
coastal vegetation, tropical forest and ecology of the
mangrove forest which all makes for a hugely interesting
and entertaining time.
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Explore the untouched coastal forest of Gaya Island
before heading to Manukan or Sapi Island where you can
snorkel in crystal clear waters teeming with colourful
life. Afterwards, hop back on board your boat and
transfer to either Manukan or Sapi Island. Situated in
the heart of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine National Park
the islands are surrounded by crystal clear waters and
stunning coral gardens. After lunch on the beach you can
laze on the idyllic beaches, swim or snorkel.
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