Top 10 Things To Do In Sabah, Malaysia

So much to do, so little time! But there are some things that should be on your must-do list during your visit to Sabah. Here are 10 of our recommended favorites:

Climb Mount Kinabalu
It might be clichéd, but no trip to Sabah would be complete without climbing Mount Kinabalu.

Dive In Sipadan
From hawksbill turtles to a school of thousands of barracudas, getting up close with these creatures will leave you breathless.

Stand At The Tip Of Borneo
Located at the northern end of Borneo, about 190 km from Kota Kinabalu, is Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, the Tip of Borneo.

Meet The Furry Residents Of Sepilok
Swinging from suspended ropes and ‘arguing’ over a basket of bananas are the common sights when visiting the lovable Orang Utan at the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

Eat!
Sabah is abundant with fresh seafood at extremely reasonable prices. Fresh prawns, steamed garoupas and succulent shellfish, we have them all!

Go Island Hopping
The islands of Manukan, Mamutik, Gaya, Sapi and Sulug have plenty to offer for the family, from snorkeling to a variety of exciting water sports.

Go On A River Cruise Along The Kinabatangan River
As you enter the Sukau region, meet the elusive proboscis monkey, huge monitor lizards, stunning hornbills and cunning civet. You name it!

Get Adventurous
Rock climbing, parasailing, mountain biking, jungle trekking – Sabah’s rugged and picturesque terrain makes it ideal for to get down and dirty.

Have A Homestay Experience
Step into the homes of the local people and enjoy their warm hospitality during your homestay experience.

Learn A New Culture
With over 32 local ethnic groups residing in Sabah, the Land Below The Wind is a melting pot of cultures, heritage and traditions.

Source: Malaysian Borneo Sabah, Nov 2005