Deramakot Forest Reserve

Deramakot Forest Reserve (DFR), located in the heart of Sabah, is one of the best places in the state to see wildlife. The Forest Stewardship Council has certified Deramakot Forest Reserve as the world's first natural tropical rainforest as "well-managed". Since 1997, this 55,507-hectare forest has also held the rare distinction of being the world's longest certified rainforest by the Forest Stewardship Council. This forest reserve is home to approximately 75% of Sabah's mammals, including Orang Utans, Pygmy Elephants, Tembadau (Banteng), and Proboscis Monkeys, as well as five species of Bornean Cats, including the elusive Sunda Clouded Leopard, Marbled Cat, Bornean Bay Cat, Flat-headed Cat, and Leopard Cat.

DFR offers basic lodging, with the option of staying in a chalet with three bedrooms or in dormitory rooms with bunk beds. There is a blanket, pillow, towel, soap, and shampoo provided. Among the activities available at the reserve are jungle trekking, morning walks (the forest is beautiful in the morning), wildlife drives, and wildlife photography. To book your DFR tour package, please contact a local tour operator. Visitors must make prior arrangements and book with local tour operators.

Location: Sabah Forestry Department, Locked Bag 68, 90009 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia