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Sandakan Travel Guide

Borneo's Wildlife Capital.

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What to Eat in Sandakan

Seafood BBQ
Seafood BBQ

Fresh Sabahan seafood — tiger prawns, barramundi, and squid — grilled over charcoal at the night market.

Hinava
Hinava

Traditional Kadazan-Dusun raw fish salad marinated in lime juice, ginger, and bird's eye chilli.

Sabah Laksa
Sabah Laksa

Lighter than Sarawak Laksa — a clear broth version with fresh seafood and sago noodles.

Butod
Butod

Sago worm — a local delicacy eaten raw or fried, rich in protein and considered a prized forest food.

Tuaran Mee
Tuaran Mee

Hand-pulled fried noodles from Tuaran town, tossed with egg, vegetables, and local seasonings.

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