Voluntourism with the Kiulu Community

Binding the thrills of travel with a learning experience unlike any other. Apart from the scenic views of a foreign place, immersing in the culture is great way to understand and get a taste of the social realities faced by the local people. Since the pandemic that hit the world in 2020, like everyone who were...

Activities, Community, Cultures, Sustainable Tourism, Travels

August 6, 2019

UPDATE: Kiulu Farmstay – A Unique Countryside Experience in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo

UPDATE With the school holidays nearing, it’s time to plan a family trip to escape worldly distractions and enjoy some fun quality time in the countryside! Today’s fast-paced lifestyle can really take a toll on you. The cure you need might just be a little getaway outside the hustle and bustle of city life. Take...

Community, Cultures, Destinations, Travels

August 2, 2019

Kiulu’s Bamboo Huts: Hidden Sanctuaries of Borneo

With one of the most beautiful countryside views in Malaysia, it's easy to see why people have been flocking over to this tiny little sub-district in the heart of Sabah. If your idea of a good time is spending it reconnecting with nature, away from the constant badgering of calls, messages, social media, then consider these beautifully-crafted bamboo huts situated in the dream-like Kiulu countryside...

Activities, Adventure, Community, Cultures, Destinations, Featured

June 7, 2019

Choreographing Borneo: Dances of Sabah & Sarawak

What makes Borneo special? The island is famed for its lush landscapes and exotic wildlife, but there is another, equally great factor: its people. Read on to learn about their beautifully-crafted traditional dances, unique to each ethnic tribe.

Cultures, People, Wild Borneo

Borneo, Culture, Dancing, Harvest Festival, Kaamatan, Sabah, Sarawak, Traditional Dancing, Wild Borneo

December 24, 2018

Empowering Communities Through Tourism in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo

Being the third largest and most crucial income-generating sectors in Sabah, tourism has spread over far and wide throughout this state, which is rich and diverse in culture, scenic locations, history, wildlife, flora, food and entertainment. Sabah is basically a hotpot of excitement and wonders galore for all kinds of travellers. However, most of the...

Activities, Community, Cultures, Destinations, Sustainable Tourism

community, kiulu, local, Sabah, tourism

August 11, 2018

5 Reasons to Visit Kota Kinabalu, Borneo’s City of Paradise

If you've heard of Sabah then you already know that it's the ultimate destination for nature lovers. The Land Below the Wind is home to azure waves, pristine beaches, massive mountains, and ancient tracts of rainforest, after all! But your exciting adventure in Sabah actually starts way before you even see all of that! It begins the moment you land at the airport and make your way to the state capital, Kota Kinabalu. Read on to find out why travelers from all over the world find this amazing city located smack dab in the tropics absolutely irresistible...

Cultures, Destinations, Travels

September 13, 2017

Ways You Can Explore Kota Kinabalu and Other Parts of Sabah Borneo in Just One Day

Get a taste of Sabah Borneo’s richness even if you’re tight with time. Choose from a selection of exciting Day Tours that suits your interest- Sabah has it all! From trekking in a lush jungle island, exploring the busy cityscapes of Kota Kinabalu, discovering unique Bornean cultures, or roughing it out in the countryside- It...

Activities, Cultures, Destinations

day tour, family, holiday, island, kota kinabalu, nature, tours, travel, wildlife

May 2, 2017

Top Things You Can Do To Celebrate the Festive Kaamatan Month

Comes May, you will definitely hear the natives say “Norikot nodii bulan lima” which literally means, “The month of May has come!”. It is a joyous month long celebration of harvest festival with a grand finale celebrated as a public holiday on 30th and 31st May in the state of Sabah. The one month celebration...

Activities, Cultures, Destinations, Events

July 12, 2016

Going Wild in Sabah by Helen Oon

Helen Oon, an author for Globetrotter travel guides to Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong shared her views on the wonders of Sabah’s island park, wildlife, rainforest and culture in July 2016 issue of Feng Shui World magazine. She had also stayed at the Kiulu Farmstay’s Fig Tree and ventured out for a quad biking ride!...

Cultures, Destinations, Media, News

July 2, 2016

Raya Holiday is Here!

Hari Raya, which literally means “Grand day of rejoicing” or Eid al-Fitr, is celebrated by the Muslim community in Malaysia and all over the world, to conclude the Ramadan holy month of fasting. This merry celebration is regarded as a person’s triumph and success on discipline and self-resistance which symbolizes refinement and rebirth. This year,...

Cultures