Borneo Bird Festival Returns to Sepilok This Weekend

Update: 10 November 2026

The festival took place on 7–8 November at the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sepilok. Asia Times reported on 9 November that its Bird Race attracted 45 teams, the highest participation since the event began in 2009. The record refers to Bird Race teams, not total festival attendance.

The original preview below was published before the festival.

The 16th Borneo Bird Festival is scheduled for 7–8 November 2026 at the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) in Sepilok, Sandakan.

According to the Sabah Tourism Board, the festival is organised by the Borneo Bird Club and Sabah Forestry Department. It celebrates Borneo’s birdlife and promotes conservation and ecotourism.

What visitors can look out for

The organiser’s 2026 programme overview lists guided bird walks, talks and workshops, bird and photography activities, and camera and binocular exhibits. Check the latest programme before making plans, as activity schedules and availability may change.

When: 7–8 November 2026
Where: Rainforest Discovery Centre, Sepilok, Sandakan, Sabah

Opening hours, admission charges and registration availability have not been confirmed for this report. See the Sabah Discovery event listing and the organiser’s website for updates.

中文报道

2026年11月10日更新：观鸟节已于11月7日至8日在西必洛雨林探索中心举行。《亚洲时报》11月9日报道，其中的观鸟竞赛（Bird Race）吸引45支队伍，是该活动自2009年开始以来的最高参赛队数。这项纪录指观鸟竞赛的队伍数量，并非整个观鸟节的总入场人数。

以下保留活动举行前刊登的预告。

第16届婆罗洲观鸟节定于2026年11月7日至8日，在山打根西必洛雨林探索中心（RDC）举行，让访客在周末认识婆罗洲鸟类与自然生态。

根据沙巴旅游局的活动资料，观鸟节由婆罗洲观鸟俱乐部与沙巴林业局主办，旨在推广鸟类保育与生态旅游。

主办方的2026年节目概览列有导览观鸟、讲座与工作坊、观鸟及摄影活动，以及相机和望远镜展览。各项活动的时间和名额可能变动，出发前请向主办方查看最新安排。

日期：2026年11月7日至8日
地点：沙巴山打根西必洛雨林探索中心

本文尚未确认开放时间、入场费用及报名情况。有关更新可查看Sabah Discovery活动页面及主办方网站。