You’ve probably heard that Sabah Malaysian Borneo is the travel destination fit for any wanderluster. Well, you heard right. Sabah has got almost everything!
Sabah has the boasting rights when it comes to its lush biodiversity and colourful rich cultures. It has so much to offer to travellers of all kinds, be it backpackers on a budget or those who prefer the finer things in life. And if you’re an adventure seeker and nature lover, Sabah will not disappoint in satisfying your travel cravings.
We’ve put together a list of Bucket-List-Worthy activities for the adventurous at heart who love nature to take on in Sabah Borneo. It’s time to add them to your list and cross them out!
You can’t call yourself an adventure seeker if you haven’t climbed up South East Asia’s greatest peak, Mount Kinabalu. Hailed sacred by the indigenous people of Sabah, her trails and rough edges are worth exploring. Take it easy on the first day of your tour with a guided nature tour of the surrounding UN World Heritage Site at Kinabalu Park as you soak in the tranquility of being part of nature. You will begin your ascent on the second day with a mountain guide, staying overnight up on the mountains, then rising early morning the next day to make your climb to the summit to catch the sunrise. Be in awe as you take in the view of the mesmerizing sunrise from the top of Mount Kinabalu.
A jungle trek journey that will be worth your while where you explore forest reserves and endemic species in the beautiful highlands of Sabah’s Crocker Range. You will also get a chance to see how the locals live in the rural communities there and learn a thing or two about their unique culture and traditions. A one of a kind experience through the Crocker Range Eco Trek will no doubt leave a wonderful lasting memory.
Set deep in the heart of Borneo, you will need to take a ride on a 4WD to get there which is already an adventure itself. Maliau Basin is Sabah’s very own Lost World where you can discover the glorious virgin rainforests of Borneo and incredible waterfalls as you trek through the trails.
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Another Borneo gem to behold, Mt. Trus Madi is Sabah’s second highest peak and it stands tall and strong close to Mt. Kinabalu. Trekking through the Trusmadi Forest Reserve will be a whole new experience for adventurers alike where they can discover unique species of flora and fauna, including the Nepenthes macrophylla, a rare pitcher plant that can only be found on the summit of Mt. Trus Madi.
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If you’re an adrenaline junkie, head over to Padas River and gear up for some white water rafting. It takes a total of 3 hours to get to the rafting location, 1 and a half hours by road to Beaufort and another 1 and a half hours train ride to Pangi. The water grade for the Padas White Water Rafting is 3-4, which is on the difficult level.
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Only have one day to spare for an adventure? Have yourself a unique kind of tour with an exciting guided scenic adventure as you ride a quad bike through Kiulu’s beautiful countryside! Ride by charming sceneries of rolling hills, lush paddy fields, tranquil rivers and quaint villages. You will make stops along the way to learn about the life of the locals and the fauna there from your guide.
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An activity that’s suitable for a family group and those whom are still new to the adventure-seeking scene, the Kiulu River Rafting takes you on a journey through the mildly calm river of Kiulu where you will encounter exciting rapids along the way. Enjoy the sceneries as you raft by rubber tree plantations, quaint orchards, lush green paddy fields and charming Dusun villages.
Located just 45 minutes from Kota Kinabalu city, Tamparuli is a lovely destination for a cycling tour. Go on a day ride that will take you through the heartland of the Dusun people, cycling through small villages located by the riverside, jungle plantations and onto the wonderful coastal plains.