Ultimate Tourism Travel Blog

Ultimate Tourism is the only company in India to get fabulous deals in Sabah along with the local government support.  Sabah, the Malaysian Borneo Situated on the beautiful island of Borneo, Sabah is one of the thirteen states which Malaysia is made of. Sabah is the second largest state in Malaysia and shares the island of Borneo with Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesian Kalimantan. Sabah is richly blessed with nature diversity, unique cultures, fun adventure, beautiful beaches, and fantastic cuisines for the adventurous taste buds. We have it all, from the world’s largest flower - the Rafflesia, one of the highest mountains is South East Asia - Mount Kinabalu, to one of the world’s top dive sites - Sipadan Island. Not only will you be amazed by the places to see and things to do here, you will also be treated with unique Sabahan hospitality. Explore the unique culture and tradition of Sabah and get ready to experience sweet memories to last a lifetime! Kota Kinabalu (Capita...

Borneo. The very name sends chills down the spine. Exotic jungles, wild men, head-hunters and the like. Tales of dark jungles and enticing moments, exotic birds and animals, all abound in Borneo. Great Argus in Malaysia. Painting by Simon Mustoe. What it doesn’t tell you is the sheer vibrancy and excitement of the people and the place that is Sabah, Borneo. The stunning food, beaches, resorts, markets from a time gone by; all are to be found in this tropical paradise. A visit to Sabah, Borneo for bird watching is a real thrill and you don’t need to be a full on twitcher to see or get a feel of some excellent oriental birds. Some splendid endemic birds and mammals call this island home too, not least of which is Bornean Bristlehead in the bird department and the endemic and very cute, Proboscis Monkey. If you’re not into all day bird walks and simply want to see a few of the Asian specialities of the region then a walk around the grounds of the resort hotels can offer exc...

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Sabah, Borneo isn't just known for its natural beauty and wildlife. This is a list for adrenaline junkies looking to try something new and exciting at this haven in Borneo. All of these are guaranteed to get your heart racing. In no particular order they are -  Mountain Torq Via Ferrata The Mountain Torq Via Ferrata mountain trail gives one an opportunity to scale Mount Kinabalu, the tallest mountain in South-East Asia. Standing at 3,300 meters, the mountain's north face is covered in iron rungs, footholds, cables and rails. There are several packages available for adventure sports lovers including - Walk the Torq, The Low Peak's Circuit, The Balancing Act, Conquer the Torq, The Preamble and The High Path. In addition to this one can learn sports climbing, rope ascending and rappelling. The mountain is just one and a half hours away from Kota Kinabalu and accommodation is available at dormitory style facilities near the camp. Sipadan Island Renowned as one of...

The peoples of Sabah are blessed with an abundance of seafood, their rivers providing freshwater fish and prawn, with deer, wild board and other game, plus innumerable wild plants, herbs and luscious fruits there for the taking in the forest.  The traditional foods of Sabah’s more than thirty ethnic groups vary, and depend on available resources. Naturally, the diet of coastal peoples was- and still is- dominated by all types of seafood, while those living far inland relied on freshwater fish and wild game. Although both hill rice and padi ( rice planted in irrigated fields ) have been grown in Sabah for generations, this is not always the staple food, and in the far north, corn and cassava ( tapioca ) are often eaten.  In many swampy areas, the wild sago palm flourishes. Just how long ago man discovered that it was possible to extract starch from the grated interior of the sago tree is unknown, but the pre- western name for all of Borneo, Kalimantan, comes from the word ‘...

This  is a list created for those looking for the best few things to do around this amazing city in Sabah Malaysia Borneo. The list is also in no particular order and all five attractions are located in or around the vicinity of Kota Kinabalu. 1. Kota Kinabalu Heritage Walk Created and founded by  Grace Leong  just over five years ago, this very interesting educational trip was something out of the ordinary and if you love to know more about the history of Sabah or North Borneo as it was once called, this is the tour you should be taking. A simple three hour walk around the city viewing the many historical sites and monuments which in turn is narrated by your professional tour guide and is one of the best ways of introducing Sabah's Heritage to travelers. Suitable for all ages. Bajau house at the Mari Mari Cultural Village in KK 2. Mari Mari Cultural Village This unique attraction is located just 25 minutes from Kota Kinabalu City and is one of the amazing living museu...