Environmental Education Programme

About KKWRS

Kota Kinabalu Wetland Ramsar Site, KKWRS is a 24 hectare remnant patch of mangrove forest which is located just 2 kilometers north-east of the centre of Kota Kinabalu, the rapidly expanding capital of Sabah. The sanctuary is therefore an urban wetland area bordered to the west by Signal Hill, and to the east by the Likas Sports Complex. The site is half a kilometer from Likas Bay but is linked to the sea by a drain.

Despite its urban situation and relatively small size, KKKWRS is significant as the only remaining patch of an extensive mangrove forest that once existed in the Kota Kinabalu area. The site is an important refuge and feeding ground for many species of resident birds, as well as several migratory species from Northen Asia. Large birds that have been recorded at KKWRS include Purple Herons, Nankeen Night-Heron, Black Crowned Night-Herons and Cinnamon Bitterns.

KKWRS is readily accessible to the local population and there are at least 15 primary and secondary schools within two kilometers of the site, and many more along Sabah's west coast region. Students from these schools would benefit greatly from the environmental education facilities at the site. The benefits of protecting wetland environments could be promoted through programmes based at KKWRS.

It is planned that the KKWRS will accomodate an environmental education centre with basic facilities and equipment including an exhibition area and research laboratory. There will also be a boardwalk system, birdwatching hides, bridges and carparks.

Our Programmes

KKWRS offer a unique learning experience to teach students about wetlands. Take your students out of the classroom to explore our wetland environments! Check out our programmes below:-