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The aluring Sipadan Island

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The name of Sipadan is simply legendary in diving circles, conjuring images of twirling tornados of barracudas and jacks, patrolling hammerhead sharks, millions of technicolored reef fish and, above all, dozens of sea turtles swimming peacefully everywhere. "Sipadan, Borneo: The waters of Indonesia meet the waters of Malaysia at the 'Ring of Fire'. Within this underwater circus lies one of the world's freshest dive sites - Borneo's Sipadan Island. Seeing 10 green and hawksbill turtles in one dive is not uncommon, nor is seeing a school of 300 barracuda and hammerheads The proximity of dives to shore allows you to gear up, swim out a few yards, and get some of the best diving of your life." “This place doesn't really exist! It was my paradise, keep it clean! I'm sure to coming back again. I love you all. thanks with all my heart. I hope you never going to change. -Italy- “Thanks for unforgettable stay at this Paradise, ...

Zaharah Hotel Apartment

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Zaharah Hotel Apartment is operated hotel/serviced apartments in Api-Api Center in Kota Kinabalu. It's located at the same block and area as Paramount Service Hotel and Apartments - it seems that the management has rented out some units to be rebranded as Zaharah Hotel Apartment. Paramount Service Hotel and Apartments (RM 68++) is all out of their lower end rooms, leaving only the RM 238++ 3-bedroom apartment suites, so we decided to look for alternative accommodations and chanced across this Zaharah Hotel Apartments advertisement for RM 75 nett.

One Borneo HyperMall

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Borneo, the much hyped about biggest hyper mall on the island of Borneo at 4.8 million square foot complex, it was indeed spectacular. 1-Borneo the largest Lifestyle Shopping Mall in Sabah consists of 4 international & regional chain Hotels, Condominiums, Auto city, Oceanarium & Discovery centre, Handicraft & Cultural Centre, Spa & Fitness Centre, Amusement Centre, Bowling Centre, Cineplex, Gourmet Lane. Giant Super market is the anchor tenant 1Borneo is strategically located on 23.3 acres of prime land along Jalan Sulaman Highway, adjacent to University Malaysia Sabah (UMS) with close proximity to the state and federal administrative centres. 7 km southward of KK City along the Jalan Sulaman Highway surrounded by lush greenery overlooking the majestic Mount Kinabalu, 1 Borneo is set to be the ultimate shopping experience in Borneo Island to be enjoyed by locals and foreign tourists alike. 1Borneo is nestled in the middle of a growth triangle formed by the Federal Admin...

1Borneo Seaworld

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1Borneo Seaworld is an underwater park with a 750,000 million liter walk-through aquarium to showcase over 5,000 species of marine life. The sea world is located in the lower floor of 1 Borneo.

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 ...