Pulau Tiga

• Pulau Tiga is a group of small uninhabited MalaysianKimanis BaySabah. islands in off the western coast of
• This State Park is created to protect the natural environment including the coral reefs, marine life, terrestrial flora and fauna and other ecological and natural presence on the island.
• The geological formation of this island is that it was formed from the eruption of several mud volcanoes, whose combination of subterranean gas pressure expelled muddy sediments, which have built-up this island to its present height of more then 100 m above sea level.
• In summary the islands have the following distinct features:
• Outstanding scenic views and sunsets.
• A variety of island habitats.
• Floral diversity with old stands of trees in an area that has never been logged.
• Floral composition that includes several species of orchids, ferns, palms and shrubs.
• Fauna composition that include the elusive megapodes, variety of insects, birds and reptiles.
• Interesting geological formation - the "mud volcanoes" and its effects on the island vegetation growth and composition.
• The well known snake island and snake biology and ecology.
• Good coral environment for Scuba diving and snorkeling.
• A reasonable sheltered bay at most times of the year for a safe place to conduct many water sport activities.