Sunday, April 24, 2011

Kudat Rungus Longhouse Tours

Pick up from City Hotel. It will take about 3 hours drives to Kudat Town, passing by several oil palm plantations where you can have a better view of the golden fruit of Malaysia. En-route, stop by at Kg. Gombizau , Bee Farm, for a visit . Then, transfer to Kg. Sumangkap, Gong Making Factory, for a visit and watch skilled craftsman make gongs at various stages at the village. Then, transfer to Kg. Bavabgazo for the Rungus Long House. Upon arrival, our local guide will tell you all the stories that you want to know about the Rungus people. Local lunch is served at the long house. After lunch and relax, transfer to Tanjung Sempang Mengayau known as 'Tip of Borneo' for 50 minutes drives on gravel roads from the long house. The journey will take you pass wild coconut trees and friendly villages. Upon arrival, witness the spectacular breathtaking view where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea meets. Then, return journey to Kota Kinabalu in the late afternoon.


Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Lunch, Tour Guide & Entrance Fees.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Mangrove Cruise & Crab Catching Tour

Pick up at city hotel and transfer to Borneo Kelly Bays. Begin the afternoon with Crab Catching activities & Mangrove Cruise. Later, lunch is served with a taste of local Malay delicacies.After that try out the non-motorised water sports activities like the Banana Boat, Kayak & Paddle Boat or enjoy a swim at the beautiful beach at Kelly Bay. Optional payable activities are also available upon request. Depart to City Hotel.


Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Lunch & Tour Guide.


Mengkabong Water Village & Crocodile Farm

Drive through padi fields and rubber estates across the countryside which is about 30 minutes drive to Mengkabong Water Village. A settlement of the locals "Bajau", the descendent of pirates who set foot on this land in early 19th Century. Presently, this tribe are fishermen who resides in a village built on water. The spectacular sights are the houses which stand on stilts and connected by narrow wooden planks. The tour includes the Open Market at Tuaran, suspension bridge, Chinese Temple and pottery factory. After lunch proceed to the crocodile farm.



At the Crocodile Farm , see the variety of crocodiles species about 1,000 live ones. Thereafter, proceed to the crocodile encaged lakes and witness the feeding . After that proceed to the Crocodile Theatre for a daily Crocodile Performing Show at 11am or 3pm . You can take a close-up pictures of the real-like crocodiles on display or buy a variety of high quality crocodile skin products at the farm. On top of that , take a picture with a live python or feed the fishes . A variety of birds & other exotic animals are on display at the farm. Later, enter the Rungus Longhouse to witness the local cultural dance show.


Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Tour Guide & Lunch.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Sabah Wildlife Park - Lokkawi

Meet at hotel & drive to the Lok Kawi Zoo to witness a variety species of animals which is endemic to Borneo. Tugged away in a 280 acre reserve at the foothill of the Crocker Range, the wildlife park ,which is managed by Sabah Wildlife Department, have more than 100 species of mammals, birds & reptiles. There are namely the rare Sumatran Rhino, Proboscis Monkey, Pigmy Elephants, Orang Utans, birds and more. There is also a children section of the park for touching animals & elephants riding. You may buy the some souvenirs & return to the hotel. Opening Time: 9.30am to 5.30pm daily

Tour Includes: Land Transportation and Tour Guide.
Monsopiad Cultural Village

Visit one of Sabah famous "House Of Skull" a legacy from the past in the scenic countryside. See megaliths in paddy fields and water buffaloes.
Pick up from city hotel for Monsopiad Cultural Village tour. The Monsopiad Cultural Village was founded in memory of the great Kadazan Warrior and head-hunter Monsopiad. The traditional village is a historical site, and the only cultural village in Sabah. It was built on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago.


The village is run by the direct descendants of Monsopiad. Upon arrival, a welcome drink or local rice wine is served at the village (). Then, you will be brought to their houses, where they take care of Monsopiad's Headhunting Trophies with a guided tour in the village. More than being a museum, the Monsopiad Cultural Village aims at documenting, reviving and keeping alive the culture and traditions of the Kadazan people. You can also witness the cultural dances which you can also take part or even try the blow pipe.

Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Tour Guide and Entrance Fees.
Kinabalu Cultural Night 


At 1830 hrs, pick up from city hotel drive to Signal Hill for a view of Kota Kinabalu at dusk and proceed to visit the colourful night market where you can try out your bargaining skill and you can see various type of goods and local produce being sold at competitive prices. A number of food stalls sells traditional Malaysian Cuisine such as Satay being cooked in the open air. At 1915 hrs, proceed for a dinner at a restaurant with Sabah cultural show. Here, the native male dancer wore their traditional warrior attire and display their skill of using the blow-pipe while native females dance gracefully to the rhythm of the gongs. You may also be invited to join their traditional bamboo dance or test your skill with the blowpipe. The show ends with a photo taking session with these native dancers.

Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Dinner and English Speaking tours guide.
Kinabalu City Tour

Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind. It is the state capital of Sabah.
At 0900 hrs or 1400, pick up at the hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city tour. Take a bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill. Shop at Filipino Market where there are a variety of handicrafts sold. Visit Tun Mustapha Building with its 32 Storey Building with its column of free floors. Visit Poh Toh Tse Buddhist Temple and drive through residential estates. Unravel Sabah's heritage at the State Mosque. Learn more about the rich heritage of Sabah at the State Museum.


Tour Includes: Land Transportation, Tours Guide and Entrance Fees.