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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
The
Tunku Abdul Rahman park comprises a group of five islands located only
20 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's capital. The park is spread
over 4,929 hectares, two thirds of which is sea. The five
idyllic islands, Manukan, Mamutik, Sulug, Gaya and Sapi have soft white
beaches and are teeming with fish and coral, perfect for beginner
divers as well as snorkellers and picnickers. Gaya and Sapi Islands
also have hiking trails through their pristine jungles. These
islands are home to a variety of flora and fauna, including one of the
most intriguing birds, the Megapode or Burung Tambun, a chicken
lookalike with large feet and makes a meowing sound like a cat.
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