Madai Caves

Located between Lahad Datu and Tawau, the hill containing Madai Caves itself rises steeply from the forest floor. There are more than 25 caves in this area, but Madai is the biggest and best known. The caves were first visited 60 years ago by scientists who noted how the phosphate deposits from the bat and swiftlet guano were collected and used as a fertilizer. Madai caves is 3 km off Lahad Datu-Tawau Highway. The turn-off is 69km from Lahad Datu. Watch out for the signpost that says 'Gua Madai'. From the turn-off, it is 3km to the caves. From Lahad Datu, the turn-off is on the right hand side. Hotels in Tawau and Lahad Datu arrange day tour to the caves around Rm 100 per person (minimum 2 persons)