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Turtle Islands National Park
national park in Malaysia
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Turtle Islands National Park
Welcome, intrepid nature enthusiasts, to a truly exceptional environment, the Turtle Islands National Park. We are situated in the Sulu Sea, having departed from the coastal city of Sandakan in Sabah. …
Listen in the app2The Journey across the Sulu Sea
The journey to reach this isolated sanctuary is an integral part of the experience. Departing from the Crystal Quest Gateway in Sandakan, our speedboat sliced through the complex estuarine waters before opening out into the vast…
Listen in the app3The Conservation Center and History
We have now arrived at the Park Headquarters and Conservation Center. This modest cluster of buildings is the nerve center of the island's operations. …
Listen in the app4The Hatchery Pens
This fenced off enclosure is the island's Hatchery. It may look like a simple patch of sand divided by mesh wire, but it is one of the most critical conservation tools we have. …
Listen in the app5The Twilight Beach
The sun has set, and we have moved down to the shoreline. The atmosphere on the beach at twilight transforms completely. …
Listen in the app6The Nesting Process
We have been called forward by the ranger. Gather around quietly, forming a semicircle behind the mother turtle. …
Listen in the app7The Release of the Hatchlings
Our final nocturnal activity is perhaps the most emotionally resonant. We are gathered near the water's edge to release the baby turtles that have emerged from the hatchery pens earlier this evening. …
Listen in the app8Turtle Islands National Park
As the dawn begins to break over the Sulu Sea, our incredible overnight observation concludes. We have been privileged to witness the full, dramatic cycle of life that defines the Turtle Islands National Park. …
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What is Turtle Islands National Park?
Turtle Islands National Park is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 6.1494, 118.0540 |
| Last updated |