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Sabah Welcomes the World

Sabah is an incredible destination, blessed provided a fascinating diversity of cultures, and massive inherent wonders. It is residence to the certain of the world's oldest rainforest, the majestic Mount Kinabalu, and the island paradise of Sipadan. Sabah has endless vacation options, based on information from eco-tourism to diving at one of the world's smartest diving spot. Getting available Sabah is convenient and affordable, among current infrastructure and domestics flights to the important towns. The minute you touch at a slump in Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah, be willing for an inspiring and distinct experience. In eco-adventure tourism, you can take portion in the thrill of jungle trekking, bundle climbing, grey water rafting, four-wheel urge expeditions, in conjunction with bird and animal watching. To get away of the beaten path, savour the unusual have of residing in a traditional village, sample local delicacies and take side in the time to immerse in th...

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, Sabah

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A 30 to 40 minutes drive via the old Penampang-Papar road to the southwestern part from the Kota Kinabalu will bring you to the Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. Situated about 25km from the city centre, this park has recently been officially open for the visitors this year. The park is managed and operated by Sabah Wildlife Department under the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment. While most of the visitors viewed it as a zoo, it is actually a small wildlife rehabilitation centre. The 280 acres of land hosted nearly 100 species of plants, birds and wild animals. The botanical garden which is located near the end of the zoo is managed by Sabah Forestry Department. Attractions The park has a few interesting sections, namely the aviary, botanical garden, and majority of the parks contains mammals sections. There is also a children’s zoo and amphitheater inside the park. To cover up a visit of the whole park, you may need to spend nearly 2 to 3 hours. Umbrellas are available for rent at th...

Gomantong Caves

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Gomantong Hill is the largest limestone outcrop in the Lower Kinabatangan area, and contains at least nine caves. For centuries, the Gomantong Caves have been renowned for the valuable edible birds’ nests made by two of the four species of swiftlets that roost in the caves. During the harvesting months, visitors may be able to witness the birds’ nest collectors in action. This is an age-old tradition and the trade history of birds’ nest spans several hundreds of years. Gomantong consists of two cave complexes, Simud Hitam and Simud Putih. Simud Hitam is the main cave, a five-minute walk from the Registration Centre. Along the way to the cave, enjoy the beautiful green surroundings and, if you are lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a macaque or two. A boardwalk inside the cave makes exploration an easy task. Be sure to have a torchlight ready. Once inside, be amazed at the 90-metre high cave roofs, which is where the swiftlets’ nests are often found. Exploring Simud Putih is for ...