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Tanjung Datu National Park, Sarawak

At just under 14 sq km, Tanjung Datu may be the smallest of Sarawak’s National Parks,but it is probably one of the most beautiful. The park comprises a narrow ridge of rugged forest-covered hills fringed by pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and patches of coral reef.

The forest reaches almost to the water’s edge in some places, and this close proximity of rainforest and coral reef, being the two most diverse natural communities on our planet, make Tanjung Datu a very important reservoir of biodiversity.

Located at the south-western tip of Sarawak, Tanjung Datu's relative remoteness is also one of its main attractions. The beaches are undisturbed, the corals untouched and the forest trails are virtually untrodden. This seclusion has helped to preserve a wide range of unique plant species.

The unpolluted crystal clear waters of the South China Sea support a wide range of marine life, making Tanjung Datu an ideal location for snorkeling and scuba diving. Besides turtles, the waters off Tanjung Datu are home to dolphins, and some whale species. The Sarawak Forestry Board allows volunteers to actively participate in its turtle conservation efforts by spending four days at the turtle conservation station near Tanjung Datu on Pulau Talang-Talang Besar. This program aims to create awareness on the importance of sea turtle conservation and encourage sharing knowledge on the conservation efforts.

Volunteers will be given opportunities to get involved in:

Beach patrolling Transferring turtle eggs to the hatchery Witness releasing of hatchlings Recording Data Nest analysis Research, education and conservation activities.