The Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre sits next to the orangutan centre and is worth treating as a full part of the day, not an add-on. Sun bears are the smallest bears in the world, and the centre cares for animals rescued from captivity and the wildlife trade.
Viewing platforms look into forest enclosures, so the visit is easy but still tied to a serious conservation story. It is one of the clearest places in Sabah to understand how palm oil, poaching, and pet keeping affect smaller, less famous wildlife.