Danum Valley Conservation Area

Danum Valley, a protected lowland rainforest, is located towards the southwest of the town of LahadDatu, Sabah’s fourth largest town. After it was declared a national park in 1976, the area came to be called ‘Danum Valley Conservation Area’. Today, it covers more than 400 square kilometres of untouched, virgin forests and is home to some rare species of animals like the orang-utans, Wallace Flying Frog, Sumatran rhinoceros, mouse deer and blue coloured leopard. Some 90% of the conservation area is classified as dipterocarp forest where the

canopy of trees sometimes reaches a height of 70 meters. The Borneo Rainforest Lodge nestled within the magnificent setting of Danum Valley is said to be the first eco resort in the area. It provides all the hotel facilities such as restaurant, bar, and chalets to the visitors who want to explore the diverse and complex ecosystem of Danum Valley. Jungle treks, river swimming, bird watching and night jungle tours are some of the outdoor activities that keep the tourists overwhelmed!

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