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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 ‘...

’I have seen other places like Sipadan, 45 years ago, but now no more. Now we have foun an untouched piece of art.’’ – Jacques Cousteau in his film Borneo: The Ghost of the Sea Turtle (1989) Sipadan Island- The Jewel in the Crown as what it's mentioned. Just mention the word Sipadan in a room full of divers and watch what happens: Those that have been there will immediately start sharing stories of hammerhead sharks, massive barracuda and parrotfish schools, turtles, undersea caves and a reef wall reaching down to 600 metres. Those that haven’t experienced it yet, will get a dreamy expression on their faces. Lying 35km south of Semporna, on Sabah’s mainland, like many tropical islands it is thickly forested and surrounded by sandy beaches. Sipadan is an oceanic island and was formed by living corals growing on top of an extinct undersea volcano, which rises 600m from the sea bed. The geographic position of the island puts it in the centre of the richest marine habitat in the wor...

Sabah boasts tropical islands, white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, beautiful coral reefs, native cultures Tiga Island, located 10 kilometers offshore on the west coast of Sabah in Borneo, rose to fame because the CBS reality show “Survivor I,” conducted and filmed there in 2000. Today it is also commonly known as Survivor Island. Besides that island, Sabah also boasts many popular tropical island vacations, endless stretches of white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, beautiful coral reefs, flora and fauna, indigenous cultures, as well as a variety of mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. Snorkeling, diving, swimming For sports enthusiasts, the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park is an ideal place for snorkeling, diving and swimming. They can access to crystal clear waters in the park – just a ten-minute boat ride away from KK City. For snorkeling and diving, go to Manukan and Sapi islands. Water skiers may find the seas of Mamutik, Manukan and Sapi excellent becaus...

"WE did it". "We have done the impossible". "I have done it". "My dream has become a reality". These were some of the comments made by 25 breast cancer survivors and volunteers who, despite the overwhelming odds, made it to the summit of Mt Kinabalu in their maiden "Survivors' Climb Mt Kinabalu" expedition last Friday. Of the figure, five were male supporters of Kinabalu Pink Ribbon (KPR) led by Lucilla Pang, one of the climbers. She said the team began their ascent on June 30 and reached the summit of Low's Peak the following day. According to her, the journey was tough but the survivors kept encouraging each other all the way to the top and down the majestic peak. "We are very proud to have conquered the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, just as we have battled and overcome breast cancer, the No. 1 cancer afflicting women. It shows that there is life after breast cancer," she said. Mount Kinabalu is located on the...