The small port town of Lahad Datu is the gateway to the lesser-known jungle areas where wildlife watching is common. Tours from here take in the Danum Valley, home to one of the oldest jungles in the world, and the Tabin Nature Reserve, famous for its high chance of spotting Bornean elephants.
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Accommodation in Lahad Datu
Due to the size of Lahad Datu, you won't find a wide range of accommodation here. We recommend the following hotels:
Transportation to Lahad Datu
The city has its own airport - Lahad Datu LDU, which can be used for travel to the area. There are direct flights to Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan.
You can also arrive in the city by bus, with direct connections to Tawau, Semporna and Sandakan, but you will need to change buses for other destinations in Borneo.
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