Registration No: 200501020915 (703041-K) Gaya Island Resort rests along the coast of Malohom Bay, a natural sanctuary nestled in the hillside of an ancient rainforest with a stunning outline of Mount Kinabalu on the horizon. Set within a marine park, Gaya Island Resort is located in an area where human activities have already been restricted, but the resort has always aspired to embrace a proactive role in embarking on conservation programmes to preserve the beauty of its natural environment, better protect the local wildlife and raise awareness for sustainable seafood choices. Spa Village Gaya Island
From the specialised rice scrubs and masques of the Kadazandusun to the age-old practices of the Bajau sea nomads, Spa Village Gaya Island is uniquely rooted in ancient tradition while seeking to restore balance to the body and soul. Gaya Island Resort Marine Centre
Nestled on Tavajun Bay, Gaya Island Resort Marine Centre is accessible either by a 5-minute boat ride from Gaya Island Resort’s jetty or through the 45-minute Tavajun Trek. Since its launch in October 2013, the marine centre has rescued, treated and cared for multiple endangered green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) and one critically-endangered Hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata). To date, the centre has released four turtles - Bobby, Ninja, Carmen and Nick Jr. all of which have undergone rehabilitation and research. The marine centre is also home to four coral reef display tanks for educational purposes as well as producing coral fragments that will be returned to the sea. Committed to leading the community in marine conservation, the Gaya Island Resort Marine Centre advocates three conservation pillars – Turtle Rescue, Coral Reef Restoration and Conservation through Education. The marine centre's programmes were conceptualised and are being implemented by Scott Mayback, the resort's Resident Marine Biologist.
7 wonders of Gaya
As Resident Naturalist, Justin Juhun is responsible for the resort’s 7 Natural Wonders project that creates experiences which allow guests to engage with the island’s natural environment and local wildlife. He also guides guests on nature walks at Gaya Island Resort which are both intriguing and educational. The walks vary in terms of distance and difficulty to satisfy guests’ different interests. But regardless of which walk they choose, guests will discover a botanic reserve exceptionally rich in endemic plants enhanced by Justin’s enthusiastic and insightful commentary.
