WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA

KINABALU

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 2nd June 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,816 positive COVID-19 cases and 470 deaths. 1st June 2021. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes.

SIPADAN ISLAND

Sipadan is well known for its unusually large numbers of green and hawksbill turtles which gather there to mate and nest and it is not unusual for a diver to see more than 20 turtles on each dive. Divers require a permit to dive Sipadan and the quota is capped to 176 permits per day; 3 dives per diver. Each permit is valid for 1 day

only.

TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

DANUM VALLEY CONSERVATION AREA About 80km from Lahad Datu city is the Danum Valley Conservation Area, considered as one of the world’s most complex ecosystem and classified at Class 1 (Protection) Forest Reserve under the Sabah Forestry Enactment 1968. PULAU TIGA “SURVIVOR ISLAND” Pulau Tiga “Survivor Island”. Make your way to the district of Kuala Penyu and hop on a boat to Pulau Tiga Park. It consists of 3 islands- Pulau Tiga, Pulau Kalampunian Besar, and Pulau Kalampunian Damit (snake island). Pulau Tiga is the largest hence the park is named after this island. The island’s claim to fame is none other

than being

MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. DESA CATTLE DAIRY FARM Located at the foothill of Mount Kinabalu, Desa Cattle Dairy Farm offers one of the most amazing scenery one could envision. Often chosen as a wedding photography destination, with the majestic Mount Kinabalu overlooking beautiful green pastures, the scenery is breathtaking, not forgetting the cool breeze that Kundasang has to

offer.

SEPILOK ORANGUTAN REHABILITATION CENTRE This centre was established in 1964 to help rehabilitate orangutans which had been orphaned. Just like a human baby, the orphaned young orangutan (which would normally live with its mother for 5-6 years) needs to be taught how to cope in the wild, while its health is carefully monitored during rehabilitation. WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA

KINABALU

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 2nd June 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,816 positive COVID-19 cases and 470 deaths. 1st June 2021. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes.

SIPADAN ISLAND

Sipadan is well known for its unusually large numbers of green and hawksbill turtles which gather there to mate and nest and it is not unusual for a diver to see more than 20 turtles on each dive. Divers require a permit to dive Sipadan and the quota is capped to 176 permits per day; 3 dives per diver. Each permit is valid for 1 day

only.

TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

DANUM VALLEY CONSERVATION AREA About 80km from Lahad Datu city is the Danum Valley Conservation Area, considered as one of the world’s most complex ecosystem and classified at Class 1 (Protection) Forest Reserve under the Sabah Forestry Enactment 1968. PULAU TIGA “SURVIVOR ISLAND” Pulau Tiga “Survivor Island”. Make your way to the district of Kuala Penyu and hop on a boat to Pulau Tiga Park. It consists of 3 islands- Pulau Tiga, Pulau Kalampunian Besar, and Pulau Kalampunian Damit (snake island). Pulau Tiga is the largest hence the park is named after this island. The island’s claim to fame is none other

than being

MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. DESA CATTLE DAIRY FARM Located at the foothill of Mount Kinabalu, Desa Cattle Dairy Farm offers one of the most amazing scenery one could envision. Often chosen as a wedding photography destination, with the majestic Mount Kinabalu overlooking beautiful green pastures, the scenery is breathtaking, not forgetting the cool breeze that Kundasang has to

offer.

SEPILOK ORANGUTAN REHABILITATION CENTRE This centre was established in 1964 to help rehabilitate orangutans which had been orphaned. Just like a human baby, the orphaned young orangutan (which would normally live with its mother for 5-6 years) needs to be taught how to cope in the wild, while its health is carefully monitored during rehabilitation. ESSENTIALS | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO The independent nation of Brunei occupies the remainder of the island, being the wealthiest of the rest. Once known as North Borneo, Sabah was under the British colony during the late 19th century till the early 20th century. Sabah gained self-government on the 31st of August, 1963. Sabah, together with Malaya, Singapore and Sarawak

formed the

WEST COAST DIVISION

West Coast Division. Divided into 6 districts – Kota Kinabalu, Ranau, Kota Belud, Tuaran, Penampang and Papar. Best things to do here are island visits just minutes away from Kota Kinabalu (Tunku Abdul Rahman Park), climb Mount Kinabalu the summit of Borneo located in the Ranau District, river cruise in Tuaran, white water rafting in Kota PULAU TIGA “SURVIVOR ISLAND” Pulau Tiga “Survivor Island”. Make your way to the district of Kuala Penyu and hop on a boat to Pulau Tiga Park. It consists of 3 islands- Pulau Tiga, Pulau Kalampunian Besar, and Pulau Kalampunian Damit (snake island). Pulau Tiga is the largest hence the park is named after this island. The island’s claim to fame is none other

than being

LANKAYAN ISLAND

Lankayan, a tiny jewel-shaped island located on the northeastern coast of Sabah, is part of the Sugud Islands Marine Conservation Area (SIMCA) and is surrounded blue-green waters and coral reefs. It is also one of Sabah’s top diving spots. View on Map. Tweet This. The availability of jungle interior and interesting diving attracts both

divers

TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK Further Contact. Sabah Parks, Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor, Block H, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu. +60 88 523 500 LAYANG-LAYANG ISLAND Layang Layang Island Resort Sdn Bhd. E-5-1, Southgate Commercial Centre. Jalan Dua, Off Jalan Chan Sow Lin. 55200 Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia'. +60 32 730 9943. res@layanglayang.com. layanglayang.com. Last reviewed: March 12, 2021. SABAH, BORNEO: A BIRDWATCHER’S TROPICAL PARADISE Recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kinabalu Park is a veritable treasure trove of nature that rests at the base of mighty Mount Kinabalu, one of the tallest mountains of Southeast Asia. Over 300 species of birds can be found here, with approximately 31 of them endemic to the area! MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. DESA CATTLE DAIRY FARM Located at the foothill of Mount Kinabalu, Desa Cattle Dairy Farm offers one of the most amazing scenery one could envision. Often chosen as a wedding photography destination, with the majestic Mount Kinabalu overlooking beautiful green pastures, the scenery is breathtaking, not forgetting the cool breeze that Kundasang has to

offer.

LOK KAWI WILDLIFE PARK Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. The Lok Kawi Wildlife Park was officially open to the public on the 17th February 2007. It is located along the Penampang-Papar old road and is fully developed by the Sabah Wildlife Department. The park consists of two components: zoological and

botanical.

WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA KINABALUDAILY SABAH NEWS ENGLISHMALAYSIA SABAHSABAH DAILY TURKEYSABAH

NEWS

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo. TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 31st May 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. 17th May 2021. Between now until 26th May 2021 (Wednesday), travel within Zones is allowed. Zone 1: Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Ranau, Tuaran, Penampang, Putatan and Papar; Zone 2: Beaufort, Kuala Penyu and Sipitang;

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

ZIP BORNEO | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO Zip Borneo. Zip Borneo is a thrill seekers paradise with sky high challenges to suit all abilities. The key draw is the 320 metre zip-line which crosses over the Kiulu River and lands you straight into the jungle. Zip Borneo offers challenges and activities for children ages 6+ so it’s an ideal family day out. Zipline (also

known fondly as

SABAH, BORNEO: A BIRDWATCHER’S TROPICAL PARADISE Recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kinabalu Park is a veritable treasure trove of nature that rests at the base of mighty Mount Kinabalu, one of the tallest mountains of Southeast Asia. Over 300 species of birds can be found here, with approximately 31 of them endemic to the area! MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK Further Contact. Sabah Parks, Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor, Block H, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu. +60 88 523 500 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to business practices involving initiatives that benefit society. A business’s CSR can encompass a wide variety of tactics, from giving away a portion of a company’s proceeds to charity, to implementing “greener” business operations. CSR activities in Sabah: Shangri-La’s Tg. Aru

Resort & Spa.

WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA KINABALUDAILY SABAH NEWS ENGLISHMALAYSIA SABAHSABAH DAILY TURKEYSABAH

NEWS

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo. TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 31st May 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. 17th May 2021. Between now until 26th May 2021 (Wednesday), travel within Zones is allowed. Zone 1: Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Ranau, Tuaran, Penampang, Putatan and Papar; Zone 2: Beaufort, Kuala Penyu and Sipitang;

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

ZIP BORNEO | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO Zip Borneo. Zip Borneo is a thrill seekers paradise with sky high challenges to suit all abilities. The key draw is the 320 metre zip-line which crosses over the Kiulu River and lands you straight into the jungle. Zip Borneo offers challenges and activities for children ages 6+ so it’s an ideal family day out. Zipline (also

known fondly as

SABAH, BORNEO: A BIRDWATCHER’S TROPICAL PARADISE Recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kinabalu Park is a veritable treasure trove of nature that rests at the base of mighty Mount Kinabalu, one of the tallest mountains of Southeast Asia. Over 300 species of birds can be found here, with approximately 31 of them endemic to the area! MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK Further Contact. Sabah Parks, Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor, Block H, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu. +60 88 523 500 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to business practices involving initiatives that benefit society. A business’s CSR can encompass a wide variety of tactics, from giving away a portion of a company’s proceeds to charity, to implementing “greener” business operations. CSR activities in Sabah: Shangri-La’s Tg. Aru

Resort & Spa.

ABOUT US | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO About Us. The Sabah Tourism Board, or generally known as Sabah Tourism, is an agency of the Sabah State Government operating under the purview of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment. Sabah Tourism’s primary responsibility is the marketing and promotion of tourism for the State. Tourism is Sabah’s third largest and one of

the

ISLAND ACTIVITIES

A trip to the island does not necessarily means that you will be leaving the adventure behind. There are plenty of water sports and island activities to try out. Make the most of the tropical climate and sign up for sea walking, water-skiing, parasailing or take a leap of faith on the thrilling island to island zipline. Last reviewed:

August 27

SIPADAN ISLAND

Sipadan is well known for its unusually large numbers of green and hawksbill turtles which gather there to mate and nest and it is not unusual for a diver to see more than 20 turtles on each dive. Divers require a permit to dive Sipadan and the quota is capped to 176 permits per day; 3 dives per diver. Each permit is valid for 1 day

only.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TOURISM ADVISORY

TOURISM UPDATES. It has been great to see locals heading out for their staycations and exploring places beyond the city centre. This is an affirmation that we have

WHAT TO EAT

Disclaimer: While every care has been taken in compiling the contents of this website, Sabah Tourism Board (Sabah Tourism) cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracy, omission or alteration that may occur. VOLUNTEER TOURISM IN SABAH The volunteering programme will be around 1 week to 52 weeks. Besides wildlife and nature tours, Borneo Eco Tours together with its non-profit arm BEST Society offers voluntourism packages that cover two main hotspots in Sabah; Kinabatangan where conservation efforts are the main focus and also Kiulu, a community-based tourism

destination that

RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTRE (RDC) The Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) is the gateway to getting to know the uniqueness and importance of Borneo’s rainforests. Look

around and

RAFFLESIA INFORMATION CENTRE Located at the roadside of the edge of a forest reserve is the Rafflesia Information Centre. This centre is set aside for the conservation purposes of the remarkable rafflesia flower. The Rafflesia Information Centre is situated about an hour’s drive away from Kota Kinabalu. The Rafflesia Information Centre is open daily to

visitors from 8am

PISANG GORENG

Pisang Goreng or banana fritter is a popular snack food mostly consumed in the morning and afternoon due to its warm nature in

serving.

WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA KINABALUDAILY SABAH NEWS ENGLISHMALAYSIA SABAHSABAH DAILY TURKEYSABAH

NEWS

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo. TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 31st May 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. 17th May 2021. Between now until 26th May 2021 (Wednesday), travel within Zones is allowed. Zone 1: Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Ranau, Tuaran, Penampang, Putatan and Papar; Zone 2: Beaufort, Kuala Penyu and Sipitang;

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

ZIP BORNEO | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO Zip Borneo. Zip Borneo is a thrill seekers paradise with sky high challenges to suit all abilities. The key draw is the 320 metre zip-line which crosses over the Kiulu River and lands you straight into the jungle. Zip Borneo offers challenges and activities for children ages 6+ so it’s an ideal family day out. Zipline (also

known fondly as

SABAH, BORNEO: A BIRDWATCHER’S TROPICAL PARADISE Recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kinabalu Park is a veritable treasure trove of nature that rests at the base of mighty Mount Kinabalu, one of the tallest mountains of Southeast Asia. Over 300 species of birds can be found here, with approximately 31 of them endemic to the area! MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK Further Contact. Sabah Parks, Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor, Block H, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu. +60 88 523 500 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to business practices involving initiatives that benefit society. A business’s CSR can encompass a wide variety of tactics, from giving away a portion of a company’s proceeds to charity, to implementing “greener” business operations. CSR activities in Sabah: Shangri-La’s Tg. Aru

Resort & Spa.

WELCOME TO SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO OFFICIAL TOURISM WEBSITETOURISM ADVISORYPLACES TO GOTHINGS TO DOBLOGHELPDESK.SABAHTOURISM.COMKOTA KINABALUDAILY SABAH NEWS ENGLISHMALAYSIA SABAHSABAH DAILY TURKEYSABAH

NEWS

Sabah, Malaysian Borneo official website offering travel destinations, map, activities, news and updates, accommodation listing, tourism directory listing for Sabah Malaysian Borneo. TEGUDON TOURISM VILLAGE Tegudon Tourism Village. Visualize blue skies, wooden huts sprouting among the green layers of paddy fields, a suspension bridge connecting to the farm grounds with river flowing beneath it and a gigantic silhouette of Mount Kinabalu at the backdrop. You can never get tired of this iconic landscape at Tegudon Tourism Village, Kota Belud.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. 31st May 2021. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. 17th May 2021. Between now until 26th May 2021 (Wednesday), travel within Zones is allowed. Zone 1: Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Ranau, Tuaran, Penampang, Putatan and Papar; Zone 2: Beaufort, Kuala Penyu and Sipitang;

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TAMBISAN ISLAND

Tambisan Island Lodge was set up to empower the local community in Tambisan about its tourism potential and the sustainable benefits it can bring to the community. Most people will describe Tambisan as a hidden peaceful gem of Lahad Datu. To get here requires about 2-hour drive overland to Kampung Tambisan and then a mere 5-minute boat ride

to

ZIP BORNEO | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO Zip Borneo. Zip Borneo is a thrill seekers paradise with sky high challenges to suit all abilities. The key draw is the 320 metre zip-line which crosses over the Kiulu River and lands you straight into the jungle. Zip Borneo offers challenges and activities for children ages 6+ so it’s an ideal family day out. Zipline (also

known fondly as

SABAH, BORNEO: A BIRDWATCHER’S TROPICAL PARADISE Recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kinabalu Park is a veritable treasure trove of nature that rests at the base of mighty Mount Kinabalu, one of the tallest mountains of Southeast Asia. Over 300 species of birds can be found here, with approximately 31 of them endemic to the area! MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE The Mari Mari Cultural Village is situated amidst a remote forest setting in Kionsom, Inanam; away from the hustling and bustling city. Its surrounding atmosphere may faintly remind you of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘The Lost World’ in the Sabahan sense. TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN PARK Further Contact. Sabah Parks, Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor, Block H, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu. +60 88 523 500 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to business practices involving initiatives that benefit society. A business’s CSR can encompass a wide variety of tactics, from giving away a portion of a company’s proceeds to charity, to implementing “greener” business operations. CSR activities in Sabah: Shangri-La’s Tg. Aru

Resort & Spa.

ABOUT US | SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO About Us. The Sabah Tourism Board, or generally known as Sabah Tourism, is an agency of the Sabah State Government operating under the purview of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment. Sabah Tourism’s primary responsibility is the marketing and promotion of tourism for the State. Tourism is Sabah’s third largest and one of

the

ISLAND ACTIVITIES

A trip to the island does not necessarily means that you will be leaving the adventure behind. There are plenty of water sports and island activities to try out. Make the most of the tropical climate and sign up for sea walking, water-skiing, parasailing or take a leap of faith on the thrilling island to island zipline. Last reviewed:

August 27

SIPADAN ISLAND

Sipadan is well known for its unusually large numbers of green and hawksbill turtles which gather there to mate and nest and it is not unusual for a diver to see more than 20 turtles on each dive. Divers require a permit to dive Sipadan and the quota is capped to 176 permits per day; 3 dives per diver. Each permit is valid for 1 day

only.

COVID-19 ADVISORY

COVID-19 Advisory. To date, Sabah has recorded 62,244 positive COVID-19 cases and 469 deaths. Sabah will be under Movement Control Order (MCO) from 1 to 14 June 2021. No tourism activity is allowed during this period. Hotels are only allowed to operate for quarantine purposes. Read our updated Sabah Advisory here. Last reviewed: June 1,

2021.

TOURISM ADVISORY

TOURISM UPDATES. It has been great to see locals heading out for their staycations and exploring places beyond the city centre. This is an affirmation that we have

WHAT TO EAT

Disclaimer: While every care has been taken in compiling the contents of this website, Sabah Tourism Board (Sabah Tourism) cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracy, omission or alteration that may occur. VOLUNTEER TOURISM IN SABAH The volunteering programme will be around 1 week to 52 weeks. Besides wildlife and nature tours, Borneo Eco Tours together with its non-profit arm BEST Society offers voluntourism packages that cover two main hotspots in Sabah; Kinabatangan where conservation efforts are the main focus and also Kiulu, a community-based tourism

destination that

RAINFOREST DISCOVERY CENTRE (RDC) The Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) is the gateway to getting to know the uniqueness and importance of Borneo’s rainforests. Look

around and

RAFFLESIA INFORMATION CENTRE Located at the roadside of the edge of a forest reserve is the Rafflesia Information Centre. This centre is set aside for the conservation purposes of the remarkable rafflesia flower. The Rafflesia Information Centre is situated about an hour’s drive away from Kota Kinabalu. The Rafflesia Information Centre is open daily to

visitors from 8am

PISANG GORENG

Pisang Goreng or banana fritter is a popular snack food mostly consumed in the morning and afternoon due to its warm nature in

serving.

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PLACES TO GO

Danum Valley

Sepilok Orangutan

Rehabilitation Centre

Kinabatangan River

Kinabalu National Park

The Tip of Borneo

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