Lying 40km north of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea is Turtle Islands Park, a group of eights islands. The largest of them are Pulau Selingaan, Pulau Bakungan Kechil and Pulau Gulisan. From July to October, Green and Hawksbill turtles come to lay their eggs. Chalets are available on Pulau Selingaan. The boat ride from Sandakan to the island takes from 1-3 hours.