Kota Kinabalu is a coastal city that is protected largely by small islands. Its colonial heritage is seen in some old city buildings, but mostly this city is becoming cosmopolitan. With the Kota Kinabalu Airport just 15 minutes away, travellers can get comfortable almost immediately with this coastal city.
http://www.sabahtravelguide.com/mapguide/default.asp?page=kotakinabalu Mount Kinabalu /
Mount Kinabalu-The Pride of Borneo
No trip to Sabah is complete without getting at least to the first base of Mount Kinabalu. At over 4000 meters high, MT Kinabalu is one of Southeast Asia's highest mountains. Visitors can climb up 3000 meters to Laban Rata, a half way stop, before the final ascension. The top of mountain is rocky and jagged. However, realising the popularity of the climb up the mountain, steps have been carved nd ropes installed in particularly steep areas to help climbers. http://www.mount-kinabalu-borneo.com/
Danum Valley-Where Greens are at its Best
Danum Valley is located about 80 kms from Lahad Datu on the state's east coast. Touted as the last remaining areas of rainforest in Asia, the Danum Valley conservation area was set up in the mid 80s due to its tremendous biodiversity value. Danum Valley Conservation Area holds over 320 species of trees within one hectare- so diverse is its flora and fauna. Trees up to 50 meters with buttresses encircled by lianas are common to behold here.
http://www.danumvalley.com/
Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre-The Home of Protected Orang Utans
The Orang Utan would probably know Sepilok on sight- as this town is internationally known as the Orang Utan Sanctuary. It first started as a rehabilitation centre for young abandoned orang utan to recover and be introduced back into the wild. Today, Sepilok is one of the leading training centres for the rehabilitation of these gentle mammals that are indigenous to Borneo. http://www.sepilok.com/
Sipadan Island-Borneo's Little Gem
Sipadan Island is synonymous with being one of the world's best diving sites, the worlds most beatiful underwater sea habitats, and more. An oceanic island rising 600m from the seabed, Sipadan is formed by live coral formations that have grown towards from an extinct volcanic cone thousands of years ago. It has one of the richest marine habitats in the world hosting more than 3000 species of coral. http://www.sipadan-resort.com/
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary-Home to the Proboscis
Located at the centre of the mangrove forest along the coastal land near Semawang Village at Labuk Bay Sandakan, Sabah. For those who love to watch these unique primate not found else where in the world, is a "must see". http://www.proboscis.cc/
Borneo Seawalking (For non-divers/ non-swimmers)
This is a new kind of sea sport and latest craze thrill in experiencing inderwater with fun. Seawalking allows you to walk the seabed while actually touching marine plants, viewing beautiful corals and starfishes, feeding tropical fishes or simply watching fishes. http://www.borneoseawalking.com/
Other places of interest (West Coast)
Sabah State Museum
Sabah Zoological and Botanical Park Lokawi
Likas Bird Sanctuary
Signal Hill
Coral Islands
Orchid De Villa
Gaya Street Fair
Filipino Handicraft Market
Kg Air Night Market
Telipok/Tamparuli & Tuaran Pottery
Kiulu River (White water rafting)
Kg. Mitabang Water Village
Mengkabong Water Village
Dalit Beach
Tuaran 9 Storey
Lung San Pagoda
Kota Belud Sunday Market
Rungus Longhouse
Tun Mustapha Marine Park
Mantani Island Kinabalu
Park Poring Hot Springs
Rafflesia Sites
Australian War Memorial
Sabah Tea Plantation
Crocker Range
Mount Trusmadi
Tambunan Rafflesia Centre
Mahua Waterfall
Sabah Agricultural Park
Padas River (rafting)
Murut Cultural Centre
Survivor Island
Mangrove Cruises
Steam Train etc
East Coast
Turtle Islands Park
Agnes Keith Museum
Gomantong Caves
Rainforest Interpretation Centre
Mabul Island
Kapalai Island
Mataking Island
Marine Parks
Madai Caves
Tabin Wildlife Reserve etc
