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Double Six Monument
Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
Handicraft Market
Istana Negeri
Jesselton Point
KK City Bird Sanctuary
KK Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront
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SABAH STATE MOSQUE
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Boasting a combination of traditional Islamic architecture and
contemporary design, this splendid mosque is one of the
most outstanding structures in Kota Kinabalu. One of the most
attractive features of the mosque is its majestic dome and
stunning gold inlay motifs. The mosque can accommodate up to
5,000 worshippers at one time.
One of the city’s most lively and colourful markets, the Gaya Street
Fair is the place to experience a slice of Sabah’s lifestyle. The fair
is held every Sunday from 6.30am to 1.00pm and the traffic is
closed to make way for the hundreds of stalls that sprout along
the roadside. Visitors can find everything from batik sarongs,
antiques,
arts, handicrafts and souvenirs to footwear, toys and
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Situated about 5km from the city centre, this impressive building
is a circular tower of steel and glass. It has a central core with
steel brackets supporting each floor. Standing at 30 storeys
high, Menara Tun Mustapha is an icon of modern Sabah. When
it was completed in 1977, it was one of the only three buildings
in the world to have such design concept. The building has an
auditorium, two mini theatres, an exhibition foyer, a gymnasium,
a kindergarten and a research library.
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Tastebuds are truly pampered in Sabah as flavours from all around
the world can be found here. Visitors can savour a variety of dishes,
ranging from international fare, fast food to traditional delicacies.
Among the dishes unique to Sabah are Beaufort Mee, which is
Chinese-style fried noodles. Another local favourite is Mee Tuaran,
where egg noodles are stir-fried with vegetables and garnished
with eggs and slices of roast chicken or pork. Traditional ethnic
favourites such as Hinava (a raw fish salad) or ambuyat (a thick sago
“porridge”) and bambangan (a pickle made of wild mangoes) are
also available for the adventurous travellers. Sabah Vege is a type of
vegetable that is found in Borneo. This fresh, crunchy vegetable is
stir-fried and savoured with rice and other dishes.
Getting There
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If there is one place that avid collectors should not miss, this
is it! Situated along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, this market has a
bewildering array of crafts and pretty souvenirs. Stretching for
miles, the streets are filled with pareos, sarongs, the famous Sabah
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Just 6km from the city, this beautiful beach beckons locals and
holidaymakers alike with its scenic views and relaxing atmosphere.
The beach is lined by casuarinas (or ‘aru’ in the local language) and
food stalls that sell a variety of local and Western snacks. Every
evening, shutterbugs and visitors flock to the beach to watch
the glorious sunset. Tanjung Aru beach is the site of some of the
state’s most reputed hotels and resorts.
The City Mosque is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic
architecture. Built on a 2.47 acre site at Likas Bay, just 3km from
the city centre, this mosque holds the distinction of being the
largest mosque in Kota Kinabalu. The mosque complex, which
houses three madrasahs and a prayer hall, can accommodate
between 9,000 to 12,000 worshippers at a time. This beautiful
floating mosque shares similar features with the Nabawi Mosaque
in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
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Shopping in Sabah is an adventure by itself, given the abundant
variety of crafts, souvenirs and collectibles that are available. The
capital city of Kota Kinabalu has everything from Sabah’s own
precious pearls, to bags, basketry, beads, accessories and much,
much more. To experience an authentic shopping atmosphere,
head to places such as KK Handicraft Market, Tamu Kota Belud or
Gaya Street Market, where you can find a mind-boggling collection
of items. For everything else, there are a host of modern shopping
malls around Kota Kinabalu, such as 1Borneo Hypermall, Suria
Sabah Shopping Mall, Centre Point Sabah, Karamunsing Shopping
Mall, Warisan Square and Wisma Merdeka Complex.
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Situated within the perimeter of Universiti Malaysia Sabah, this
state-of-the-art aquarium and museum are touted to have some
of the best facilities in Borneo. Attractions include free-standing
exhibition tanks, a live open water reef exhibition centre, a live
shallow reef exhibition centre, a mangrove walk, a contemporary
marine and maritime museum, a multimedia interactive
information kiosk and the Sipadan deep dive diorama. Universiti
Malaysia Sabah is about 15 minutes’ drive from the city centre.
Tel: 088 320 121
Website: www.ums.edu.my
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Situated on Bukit Istana Lama, the 17-hectare complex comprises
the main museum, the Science and Education Centre, a Heritage
Village, the Sabah Art Gallery and the Museum of Islamic
Civilisation. The exhibits, which reflect the state’s rich cultural
heritage and trading history, include ceramics, traditional
weapons, costumes, musical instruments and more. Cultural
activities
are held regularly at the heritage village.
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Karamunsing Capital
Kinabalu Golf Club
Kinabalu Golf Club (KGC)
Kinabalu Yacht Club
Kota Kinabalu Bus Terminal
Kota Kinabalu International Airport
(KKIA Terminal 1)
Kota Kinabalu International Airport
(KKIA Terminal 2)
Land & Survey Department
North Borneo Yachting
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Sabah State Cultural Complex
Sabah State Library
Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club
Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club
Syariah Court
Tanjung Aru Railway Station
Wisma Kastam Sabah
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Encompassing the islands of Gaya, Manukan, Mamutik, Sapi
and Sulug, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a favourite among sunseekers, snorkellers, divers and underwater photographers. The
waters are home to an abundance of aquatic life and colourful
corals. Accommodation ranges from a five-star resort on Gaya
Island and chalets on Manukan Island. This park is accessible via a
20-minute speedboat ride from Kota Kinabalu.
Tel: 088 523 500 (Sabah Parks)
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Bunga Raya Island Resort, Gaya Island
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Dreamtel
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Gaya Centre
Gayana Island Eco Resort
Goldenhill
Grand Swiss-Belhotel
High Street Inn
Holiday
Horizon
Hyatt Regency
Imperial Boutec
Kinabalu Daya
King Park
Kingston
KK Times Square
Le Meridien
Manja
Manukan Island Resort
Megah D’Aru
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences
New Sabah
Oceania
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Sabah Oriental
Shangri-La
Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
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Tang Dynasty Park
TH Hotel
The Colonnades Condominium
The Crown Borneo
The Jesselton
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Central Police Station
DBKK (City Hall)
Ferry to Labuan
Harbour City
Jesselton Point (Ferry Terminal)
Karamunsing Capital
Kota Kinabalu Bus Terminal
Kota Kinabalu International Airport
Kinabalu Golf Club (KGC)
Kinabalu Yacht Club
Land & Survey Department
North Borneo Yachting
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Sabah State Cultural Complex
Sabah State Library
Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club
Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club
Syariah Court
Tanjung Aru Railway Station
Wisma Kastam Sabah
Wisma Pelabuhan
Wisma Tun Fuad Stephens
INFORMATION CENTRE
Sabah Tourism Board
Tourism Malaysia
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Art Gallery
Atkinson Clock Tower
Central Market
Double Six Monument
Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
Handicraft Market
Jesselton Point
Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront
Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre
KK City Bird Sanctuary
KK Esplanade
Museum of Islamic Civilisation
(Muzium Tamadun Islam)
North Borneo Railway
Night Market
Perdana Park
Prince Phillip Park
Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village
Science and Technology Centre
Signal Hill Observatory Tower
State Mosque
The Green Connection
The Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
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Getting Around
Despite the vast size of the state, getting around Sabah is relatively
easy. Major towns in Sabah are linked by rural air services provided
by MASwings. There are also airports in smaller towns such as Lahad
Datu, Sandakan and Tawau. The more remote towns of Kudat and
Semporna are equipped with airstrips. For a more interesting way
to travel, visitors can take the local train with connects Tanjung Aru
to Beaufort and Tenom. It takes visitors past the scenic Padas Gorge
and local settlements. Sabah has an excellent express bus network
that connects various parts within the state.
Useful Contacts
PLACE OF INTEREST
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Sabah’s main airport is the Kota Kinabalu International Airport,
which is the second largest airport in Malaysia. It is situated about
20 minutes from the city. Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia and Malindo
Air offer direct flights between Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur.
There are also international flights to Kota Kinabalu from Brunei
Darussalam, China, Singapore, Hong Kong and other regional
airports in Asia. Sabah has a second airport which is known as the
Low Cost Carrier Terminal or Terminal Two. It is situated about 7km
from the main airport. Terminal Two is the hub for budget carriers
such as AirAsia.
Tourism Malaysia Sabah Office
Tel: 088 211 732 / 248 698
TUN MUSTAPHA GALLERY
The late Tun Datu Haji Mustapha (1918 – 1995) was a visionary
leader who led Sabah to independence. This gallery chronicles the
life and times of Tun Mustapha with exhibits that serve to honour
his role and contributions to the state. The gallery is housed in a
building that served as the Sabah State Assembly Buliding from
1980 to 1995.
Tourist Information Centre
(Terminal 1) Tel: 088 413 359
Sabah Tourism Board
Tel: 088 212 121
MALAYSIA
Sabah
Breathtaking natural
vistas and stunning
tropical islands make
Sabah an enchanting
destination for nature
lovers. The state’s icon is the
internationally known Mount Kinabalu,
reputed to be one of the highest peaks in Southeast
Asia. Another jewel is Sipadan, a dive site that was
made famous by French undersea explorer JacquesYves Cousteau. Blessed with pristine nature, the
state has invaluable natural treasures which include
endangered animals and tropical plants. Sabah is
home to 32 ethnic communities, making the state a
potpourri of cultures, traditions and cuisine.
Situated in the heart of Southeast Asia, Malaysia
is a vibrant destination with a diversity of cultures
and traditions. This tropical paradise boasts pristine
jungles and verdant national parks that are teeming
with numerous species of birds and wildlife.
Malaysia’s sun-drenched islands and beaches are
home to a stunning range of marine life. Its natural
wealth is complemented by magnificent modern
landmarks and heritage buildings. There is something
to charm every visitor, be it a history-lover, natureenthusiast, sun-seeker or an avid shopper. Explore
the length and breadth of the country to discover
the many attractions of Malaysia!
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MALIAU BASIN (SABAH’S LOST WORLD)
Tawau
Touted as Sabah’s Lost World, Maliau Basin is a remote and isolated
area containing a rare assemblage of 12 types of forests. The seventiered Maliau Falls is a breathtaking sight here. Naturalists and
hardcore adventurers will cherish the long treks and birdwatching
opportunities. Tours to Maliau Basin is best done in groups due to
the limited communication facilities and amenities. The staging
points to Maliau Basin are Keningau and Tawau. Prior permission
must be obtained from Yayasan Sabah.
UPSIDE DOWN HOUSE
Tamparuli
This unique attraction is the first-of-its-kind in Southeast Asia and
one of the only five upside down structures in the world. The
charming Sabah kampung house is literally flipped upside down,
with the floor facing skyward and the ceiling facing below. Visitors
can have the bizarre feeling of walking on the ceiling while the
furniture stands above your head! This architectural feat has been
listed in the Malaysia Book of Records. A café and gift shop is
situated nearby.
Tel: 088-260 263
Website: www.upsidedownhouse.com.my
KEDAH
KELANTAN
PENANG
LABUAN
TERENGGANU
PERAK
SABAH
Brunei
Darussalam
South China Sea
PAHANG
SELANGOR
KUALA LUMPUR
PUTRAJAYA
Celebes
Sea
SARAWAK
NEGERI SEMBILAN
MELAKA
JOHOR
Straits of Malacca
Indonesia
Singapore
Pulau Layang Layang
Kota Marudu
Kota Belud
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8A Kinabalu Park
8B Mountain Torq Via Ferrata
Sandakan War Memorial
Lingkabau
Kiulu River Whitewater Rafting
Bongkud
Menggatal
Kundasang
12
Ranau
Klagan
Sabah Tea Garden
Tanjung Aru Beach
Monsopiad Cultural Village
Membakut
Beaufort
Mesapol
Sipitang
4 Gunung Trusmadi
Crocker Range National Park
Bongawan
Apin Apin
Padas River Whitewater Rafting
Weston
Rafflesia Information Centre
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1
Sandakan
Tetabuan
Beluran
Sepilok Orang Utan
Rehabilitation Centre 13
Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre
Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary
Luang Manis
Tambunan
Kimanis
Turtle Islands Park
11
Kinarut
Kuala Penyu
Rainforest Discovery Centre
Sungai Sungai
5 Mari Mari Cultural Village
Labuan
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
Terusan
- Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
- Coral Flyers (Island Zipline)
Upside Down House
Chanteek Borneo Gallery
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Papar
17
Pulau Lankayan
Kanibongan
Langkon
Kota Belud
Pulau Tiga
CROCKER RANGE NATIONAL PARK
Keningau
Spanning 139,919 ha of hill dipterocarp forest, the Crocker Range
National Park is the largest terrestrial park in the state. Perched
atop the famous Crocker Range, the park acts as an important
water catchment area for Sabah’s west coast. Endangered species
of animals such as the orang utan, sun bear and clouded leopard
are among the inhabitants of this park. Crocker Range National
Park is located 144km from Kota Kinabalu and 13km from
Keningau town. A hostel-type accommodation is available here.
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Pitas
9
Inanam
PADAS RIVER WHITE WATER RAFTING
Tenom
The mighty Padas River is said to have the best rapids in Southeast
Asia. Six foot waves and thrilling rapids between Grades 3 to 4
combine to create the adrenaline rush that rafters enjoy so much.
The route covers a distance of 30km, making it the longest rafting
route in Borneo. Padas River is located in the southwestern interior
of Sabah and is accessible by train or overland via Beaufort.
8A
Rungus
Longhouse
Pulau Mantanani Besar
KOTA KINABALU
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TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE
Lahad Datu
Sprawling over 120,500 ha, Tabin Wildlife Reserve is home to
three of Sabah’s largest mammals; the Borneo pygmy elephant,
Sumatran rhino and Tembadau. It is one of the biggest natural
reserves in Borneo, with a rich assemblage of tropical plants. The
active mud volcanoes here attract all kinds of animals and birds
which come to feed on the mineral rich ground, making it ideal
for wildlife observation. Accommodation is available in the form
of jungle lodges.
Tel: 088-267 266
Website: www.tabinwildlife.com.my
Kudat
Pulau
Mantanani
Kecil
Tuaran
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RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTRE
Sandakan
The Rainforest Discovery Centre is an environmental education
centre focused on Borneo’s rainforests. Originally established for
students and teachers, the centre is now open to the public. One
of the most interesting activities here is walking along the 347m
canopy walkway. It is the first-of-its-kind in the country and one
of few such structures in Southeast Asia. This centre is situated in
the Kabii-Sepilok Forest Reserve, only ten minutes away from the
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre.
Tel: 089 533 780 / 781
Website: www.forest.sabah.gov.my
SULU SEA
Tiga Papan
• Sabah Museum
• Sabah Tourism Board Building
• State Mosque
• Museum of Islamic Civilisation
• Atkinson Clock Tower
• Signal Hill
• Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
• Green Connection
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Sulu
Sea
Places of Interest
10 Tanjung Simpang Mengayau
11
Bukit Garam
Tongod
8B
TURTLE ISLANDS PARK
Sandakan
Lying in the Sulu Sea, Turtle Islands Park is a cluster of three
islands, Selingan, Bakungan Kecil and Gulisan. The park is a safe
haven for the endangered green and hawksbill turtles. Visitors will
get a chance to watch the marine turtles as they swim ashore
to lay eggs. Selingan, the largest island, has a turtle hatchery,
accommodation and other facilities. The park is accessible via an
hour-long boat ride from Sandakan.
Tel: 089 212 711 (Crystal Quest Sdn. Bhd.)
Website: www.sabahparks.org.my
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PULAU MATAKING
Semporna
Situated about 80 minutes by boat from Sipadan, Mataking is a
privately owned, one-resort island. It has everything for a perfect
getaway, from beaituful dive sites, to a spa, an observation tower
and jungle trails. An unusual attraction here is the Underwater
Post Office, which is housed in an old cargo ship that was sunk
to create an artificial reef. Divers can actually post their mail here
in a waterproof postal bag and the mail is collected twice a week.
Tel: 089 770 022 (GTS Travel Services Sdn Bhd)
Website: www.mataking.com
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Sukau
Tomanggong
Estate
Pintasan
Bingkor
Keningau
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Gomantong Caves
Kota Kinabatangan
KINABALU PARK
Kundasang
Kinabalu Park holds the distinction of being the first UNESCO
World Heritage Park in Malaysia. Covering an area of 754 sq km,
the park shelters more than 4,500 species of flora and fauna
including orchids, ferns, Rhododendrons, palms, Nepenthes and
even Rafflesia, the world’s largest flower. The main attraction
here is Mount Kinabalu, (4,095.2 km), one of the highest peaks
in Southeast Asia. It is also the site of the annual Mount Kinabalu
International Climbathon.
Tel: 088 523 500 / 889 095 (Sabah Parks Office)
Tangkulap
Tabin Wildlife Reserve 16
Kuamut
Tenom Agriculture Park
Tenom
Padas Gorge
Lahad Datu
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Nabawan
Danum Valley
Conservation Area
2
Maliau Basin
Madai Cave
Sapulut
Melutut
CELEBES SEA
Pulau Mataking
Kunak
Balung River
Eco Resort
Pensiangan
17
Tawau Hills Park
Semporna
Merotai Besar
Long Pasia
Table
Wallace Bay
Tawau
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MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE
Inanam
Only 25 minutes from Kota Kinabalu, Mari Mari Cultural Village is
a vibrant destinatinon that gives an insight into Sabah’s diverse
cultural heritage. Nestled within a remote jungle setting, the
village showcases five different ethnic communities - the Bajau
sea gypsies, Kadazandusun rice farmers, Lundayeh hunters and
fisherfolk, Rungus longhouse residents and the feared Murut
headhunters. Enjoy activities such as blowpipe demonstrations,
fire-making demonstrations, bamboo cooking, native dancing
and try out the local food.
Tel: 088-260 501
Website: www.marimariculturalvillage.com
PULAU MANTANANI
Kota Belud
Lying off the beaten track, Mantanani is a group of three remote
islands - Mantanani Besar, Mantanani Kecil and Lungisan - located
off the coast of Kota Belud. The waters around the islands have
a visibility of 40m, offering a splendid view of blue spotted ray,
pink-eyed gobbles, blue ringed octopus, bumphead parrotfish
and sometimes dolphins. The islands are about 45 minutes
away by speedboat from the Kuala Abai Jetty in Kota Belud.
Accommodation is available.
SEPILOK ORANG UTAN REHABILITATION CENTRE
Sandakan
This famous sanctuary is dedicated to the rehabilitation and
conservation of orang utans. Situated at the edge of the KabiiSepilok Forest Reserve, the centre offers the chance to observe
these primates up close in their natural habitat. Visitors can watch
the young and orphaned orang utans being fed by rangers
(Feeding times are at 10.00am and 3.00pm). The more adventurous
can trek the 5km trail that runs through the mangrove forest at
Sepilok Laut. Chalets are provided for overnight visitors.
Tel: 089 531 189
PULAU MABUL
Semporna
Only 15 minutes by speedboat from the famous Sipadan Island,
Mabul is recognised as one of the best macro and muck-diving
sites in the world. This small island is fringed by sandy beaches
and perched on the corner of a huge sprawling reef. Blue-ringed
octopus, mandarin fish, lionfish, frogfish, moray eels and spike-fin
gobies are definite shoe stealers in the relatively shallow waters.
Mabul is slightly larger than Sipadan and has several resorts as
well as a local village.
18 Pulau Mabul
20 Pulau Sipadan
LEGEND
State Capital
Major Road
Major Town
Secondary Road
Town
MOUNTAIN TORQ VIA FERRATA
Kundasang
Via Ferrata, meaning ‘iron road’ in Italian, is a mountain path with
a series of cables, rails and rungs that hug a cliff face. The Via
Ferrata at Mount Kinabalu has the distinction of being the highest
in the world. There are routes of varying levels of difficulty, such
as a beginner’s route and intermediate route. The trail begins at
Panar Laban Rock Face and reaches its highest point at 3,800m.
Dormitory style accommodation is available.
Tel: 088-268 126
Website: http://mountaintorq.com
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Indrasabah
19 Pulau Kapalai
INDONESIA
GUNUNG TRUSMADI
Tambunan
Standing at an imposing height of 2,642m, Mount Trusmadi is
the second highest mountain in Sabah. Scaling Mount Trusmadi
is touted to be even more challenging than climbing Mount
Kinabalu. Serious mountaineers who are up to the challenge will
have to trek through 4.9 km of dense rainforest. Those who reach
the peak at dawn will be rewarded by the awe-inspiring sight of
Mount Kinabalu which lies 40km to the north. The climb starts at
Tambunan and usually takes 3 days and 2 nights.
International Airport
International Border
Domestic Airport
State Border
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Place of Interest
* Map not drawn to scale
ACCOMMODATION
Kota Kinabalu
Capital Hotel **
Tel: 088 231 999
Sabah Oriental Hotel ***
Tel: 088 258 998
www.sabahoriental.com.my
Best Western Kinabalu Daya Hotel ***
Tel: 088 240 000
www.kkdayahotel.com
King Park Hotel **
Tel: 088 270 500
http://kingparkhotel.com.my
Promenade Hotel ****
Tel: 088 265 555
www.promenade.com.my
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu *****
Tel: 088 322 222
www.kotakinabalu.lemeridien.com
Grand Borneo Hotel ****
Tel: 088 526 888
www.grandborneohotel.com
D’Borneo Hotel **
Tel: 088 266 999
Sutera Harbour Resort *****
Tel: 088 318 888
www.suteraharbour.com
Gaya Centre Hotel ***
Tel: 088 245 567
www.gayacentre.com
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences ****
Tel: 088 528 888
www.minggardenhotel.com
High Street Inn
Tel: 088 218 111
Hotel Asia City
Tel: 088 269 400
www.asiacityhotel.com
Hotel Deleeton **
Tel: 088 252 222
Horizon Hotel ****
Tel: 088 518 000
www.horizonhotelsabah.com
Hotel Bundusan **
Tel: 088 725 031 / 036
www.hotelbundusan.com
The Klagan Regency ****
Tel: 088 529 888
www.theklaganregency.com
Hotel Garden
Tel: 088 257 400
www.hotelgarden.com.my
Courtyard Hotel ***
Tel: 088 528 228
www.courtyardhotel1borneo.com
Hotel New Sabah
Tel: 088 225 810 / 224 590
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai *****
Tel: 088 411 222
www.nexusresort.com
KK Times Square Hotel **
Tel: 088 486 111
www.kktimessquarehotel.com
Imperial Boutec Hotel ***
Tel: 088 525 969
www.imperialboutec.com
Hotel Shangri-La ***
Tel: 088 212 800
www.kkshang.com
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu *****
Tel: 088 221 234
www.kinabalu.regency.hyatt.com
The Klagan Hotel ***
Tel: 088 488 908
www.theklagan.com
Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
*****
Tel: 088 327 888
www.shangri-la.com/tanjungaru
Tang Dynasty Hotel ***
Tel: 088 263 389 / 265 566
www.hoteltangdynasty.com
The Jesselton Hotel ***
Tel: 088 223 333
www.jesseltonhotel.com
The Palace Hotel ****
Tel: 088 211 911
www.thepalacehotel-sabah.com
Winner Hotel **
Tel: 088 243 222
www.winnerhotel.com
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu ***
Tel: 088 521 188
www.cititelexpress.com/KK
Celyn City Hotel ***
Tel: 088 488 787
www.celyns.com
Megah D’Aru Hotel **
Tel: 088 239 666
www.megaharu.com
Hotel Sixty3***
Tel: 088 212 663
www.hotelsixty3.com
Promenade Hotel Tawau****
Tel: 089 982 888
www.promenade.com.my/tawau
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Gayana Eco Resort *****
Tel: 088 380 390 (KK Sales Office)
www.gayana-eco-resort.com
LA Hotel***
Tel: 089 762 299
www.lahotel.com.my
Gaya Island Resort*****
Tel: 088 210 342
www.gayaislandresort.com
Keningau
Hotel Juta ***
Tel: 087 337 888
www.hoteljuta.com
Pulau Manukan Island Resort
Tel: 088 487 466
www.suterasanctuarylodges.com.my
Perkasa Hotel Keningau ***
Tel: 087 331 045 / 046
www.perkasahotel.com.my
Kota Marudu
Marudu Inn
Tel: 088 661 200
Sandakan
Hotel Nak
Tel: 089 272 988
www.nakhotel.com
Kudat
Kudat Golf & Marina Resort ***
Tel: 088 611 211
www.kudatgolfmarinaresort.com
Tawau
King Park Hotel ***
Tel: 089 766 699 / 767 700
http://tawau.kingparkhotel.com.my
Hotel Ramai **
Tel: 089 273 222
Hotel Sandakan ***
Tel: 089 221 122
www.hotelsandakan.com.my
Sabah Hotel ****
Tel: 089 213 299
www.sabahhotel.com.my
Ibis Styles Sandakan Waterfront ***
Tel: 089 240 888
www.accorhotels.com/9480
Four Points by Sheraton Sandakan****
Tel: 089 244 888
www.fourpoints.com/sandakan
Semporna
Seafest Hotel ***
Tel: 089 782 333
www.seafesthotel.com
Dragon Inn Floating Resort
Tel: 089 781 088
www.dragoninnfloating.com.my
Han Palace Hotel*
Tel: 089 781616 / 919
Lahad Datu
Kingston Grace Hotel**
Tel: 089 881 079
Asia Hotel
Tel: 089 881 771
Tuaran
Shangri-la Rasa Ria Resort *****
Tel: 088 797 888
www.shangri-la.com
Heritage Hotel **
Tel: 089 766 222
www.heritagehotel.com.my
Sanbay Hotel
Tel: 089 275 000
www.sanbay.com.my
Tang Dynasty Lodge **
Tel: 088 788 555
www.hoteltangdynasty.com
Hotel Emas***
Tel: 089 762 000
www.hotelemas.com.my
Swiss Inn Waterfront***
Tel: 089 240 888
www.swissgarden.com
Orchid Hotel
Tel: 088 793 789
www.orchidhotel.netmyne.com
Ranau
Kinabalu Pine Resort **
Tel: 088 889 388
www.kinabalupineresort.com
Celyn Resort Kinabalu
Tel: 088 527 800
www.celyns.com
Proboscis Lodge Bukit Merapi
Tel: 088 240 584
http://sdclodges.com
Myne Resort
Tel: 089 278 288 / 216 093
www.myne.com.my
Dream World
Tel: 088 888 333
www.dreamworldkundasang.com
Beaufort
Borneo Proboscis River Lodge
Tel: 088 239 857
www.borneowildlife.org
Mesilau Nature Resort
Tel: 088 487 466
www.suterasanctuarylodges.com.my
OIB Garama Base Camp
Tel: 088 262 507
www.oibtours.com
Mount Kinabalu Heritage Resort
& Spa ***
Tel: 088 889 511
www.perkasahotel.com.my
Kinabalu Rose Cabin
Tel: 088 889 233
Sukau
Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge
Tel: 089 213 502 / 503 / 223 502
www.sitoursborneo.com
Borneo Nature Lodge
Tel: 089 210 718 / 719
www.borneonaturelodge.com.my
Barefoot Sukau Lodge
Tel: 089 666 196
www.barefootsukau.com
Sukau Rainforest Lodge
Tel: 088 438 300
www.sukau.com
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LOWER KINABATANGAN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Stretching 560km in length, the Kinabatangan River is home
to one of the world’s most unique and richest ecosystems. The
lower reaches of the river are home to a high concentration of
the most varied wildlife in Southeast Asia. Exotic wildlife such as
orang utan, proboscis monkeys, Asian elephants and Sumatran
rhinos roam free in the jungle. This sanctuary is accessible from
the village of Sukau about 50km from Sandakan. Trips must be
pre-arranged with tour agencies.
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PULAU KAPALAI
Semporna
Boasting crystal clear waters, Kapalai is situated about 45 minutes
by boat from Semporna. Technically, Kapalai is not actually an
island, but a large sandbank where a resort has been built on stilts.
It is known more as a floating paradise comprising 40 chalets.
View the colourful marine life as you stroll along the boardwalk
that connects the various sections of the resort.
Tel: 089 765 200 (Reservation and enquiries)
Website: www.sipadan-kapalai.com
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Kuala Penyu
Tempurung Seaside Lodge
Tel: 088 773 066
www.borneotempurung.com
Kinarut
Beringgis Beach Resort ***
Tel: 088 752 333
www.beringgis.com
Langkah Syabas Resort
Tel: 088 752 000
www.langkahsyabas.com.my
Pulau Tiga
Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga
Tel: 088 240 584
http://sdclodges.com
The above listing is not exhaustive
Orchid rating
* Star rating
KIULU RIVER WHITEWATER RAFTING
Tamparuli
The Kiulu River whitewater rafting trip is ideal for those looking
for a more relaxed rafting experience. Rated as moderately
adventurous (Grade 1 – 2), the excursion features a maximum
rafting distance of 15km when the water level is high and 7km
at normal level. Professional rafting guides and equipment are
available for hire. Kiulu River is located at Kampung Pukak Kiulu,
about an hour’s drive from Kota Kinabalu.
THE TIP OF BORNEO (TANJUNG SIMPANG MENGAYAU)
Kudat
This distinctive headland at the Kudat Peninsula, 40km from Kudat
town, marks the northernmost tip of Borneo. Simpang Mengayau
literally means ‘lingering junction’, a name given to the area where
the South China Sea meets the Sulu Sea. Stand on land’s end and
watch the ocean or take a selfie at the flagpole and signboard that
mark the location. The Pulau Kalampunian Lighthouse looms at a
distance, adding to the beauty of the sunset.
DANUM VALLEY CONSERVATION AREA
Lahad Datu
Located 70km from Lahad Datu, this conservation area is a
sanctuary for endangered animals including the Sumatran
rhinoceros, Asian elephant, clouded leopard, proboscis monkey
and orang utan as well as some 270 species of birds. The thriving
paradise boasts spectacular waterfalls, meandering rivers and a
canopy walkway to view the abundant birdlife. Other activities
include wildlife photography, jungle-trekking and night safari.
Danum Valley is the site of an award-winning rainforest lodge.
Tel: 088 267 637 (Borneo Nature Tours Sdn. Bhd.)
Website : www.borneonaturetours.com
PULAU SIPADAN
Semporna
The internationally renowned Sipadan is reputed to be one of the
top ten dive locations in the world. It is Malaysia’s only oceanic
island with a thrilling 600 m drop into an underwater abyss.
Experienced divers return time and time again to Sipadan as it
affords amazing views of manta rays, whale sharks, barracudas
and turtles. To preserve the delicate ecosystem, there are only day
trips to Sipadan. Accommodation is available in the neighbouring
islands of Mabul and Kapalai.