Sea Turtles
Sea Turtle Conservation
Did you know that Pom Pom Island is considered one of the world’s best places to observe sea turtles?
For decades, sea turtles have been hunted for their shells, meat, and eggs, leading to a significant global decline in their populations. As a result, these magnificent creatures are now classified as endangered.
A few years ago, Malaysia banned the consumption and trade of sea turtle meat and eggs. However, nesting sea turtles on our island still face challenges such as natural predation, illegal poaching, and beach erosion.
Beach Erosion
Collaboration
At Pom Pom Island Resort, we work closely with WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature), the Sabah Wildlife Department, and local stakeholders to protect sea turtle nests and ensure the safety of hatchlings within our island borders.
Patrol, Relocation & Protection
In the evening, we patrol the island’s beaches in search of Sea Turtle nests, which we relocate to our human-made hatcheries.
Observing Sea Turtle laying eggs
Relocation of Sea Turtle Eggs
Our hatcheries are protected and completely fenced from predators, and nest depths are mimicked as closely as possible to the natural nests.
Guest-Sponsored Sea Turtle nests
Guest-Sponsored Sea Turtle nest
Release
Release of Sea Turtle Hatchlings at sunrise
After roughly 2 months, the eggs are ready to hatch, and hatchlings are ready to be released. The sea turtle babies will be released as soon as possible after hatching, either at sunrise or sunset time.
Guest taking part in Sea Turtle release
Join the turtle talk given by our in-house Marine Biologist
As a guest of Pom Pom Island Resort, you will receive exclusive access to our private social group*, “Turtle on Call” on WhatsApp and WeChat.
By joining, you can connect with fellow guests, receive timely updates, and be among the first to know about sea turtle activities during your stay.
* Group details will be provided at the resort.
Support
Support sea turtle conservation by sponsoring a Sea Turtle nest. Your contribution directly helps us build and maintain safe nesting environments for sea turtles on our island.
View our PDF for an overview of our current marine conservation activities.
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