KDCA Cultural Village

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

Understand the differences between today’s culture and the culture that our ancestors’ lived in years back by visiting Sabah Cultural Village - KDCA. You will get to witness our ancestor’s lifestyle at their homes which is built exactly as it was years ago.

The cultural village is located at Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Hongkod Koisaan, Penampang which is about 15 minutes drive from Kota Kinabalu City. This cultural village is specially catered for the Kadazandusun tribes in Sabah and there are four (4) major Dusun tribes in Sabah in the village; Dusun Tindal Kota Belud, Dusun Papar, Rungus and Murut.

Itinerary for 1030am/1800pm arrivals:

• For 1030am arrivals ( you will be greeted with a cultural welcome, and your tour will start with a briefing in KDCA)
• You will visit, Dusun Tindal House, where you will see a demo on how paddy is processed using the lesung (a traditional mortar). Here you will get to see the making of Parang (Traditional knife) wooden handle,Banana Chips (keropok pisang) food testing.
• Next you will enter Dusun Papar House where you will see the making of Rice Wine (Lihing) testing, a local favourite. Also you will get to see the Sago or “Pinompoh” making.
• In the Rungus house, you will see the demo on fire making from bamboo, just like the olden days. You will get to taste Betel Nuts and Tobacco Leaves (Buah pinang and Daun Sireh) as well as you can testing Sweet Corn ( jagung rebus).
• Lastly you will visit the Murut House where you get to see the making of blow pipe (Traditional hunting weapon or ‘‘Sopuk’’) and the making of rope based on wooden skin. Feast your ears with the sounds of Lansaran (Borneo Trampoline) as you try the traditional cigarettes (Kirai and Sigup). Of course, do not miss the henna tattoo making as you end your visit in the houses of the Dusun tribes in Sabah.
• You will then be entertained with a cultural performance and end with meals of our very own native dishes.

Tariff

Particular	Non Msian Adult	Non Msian Child	Msian Adult	Msian Child
Full Package Walk-in	RM 100.00	RM 80.00	RM 80.00	RM 50.00
Walk – In (Cultural Houses Own Tour Only)	RM 15.00	RM 10.00	RM 7.00	RM 5.00
Walk – In (House Tour+Demo+Cultural Show)	RM 60.00	RM 40.00	RM 40.00	RM 20.00

Full Package includes:
English Speaking In House Guide, Buffet Lunch/Dinner, and House Tour with Demo, Activities and Cultural Performances.

Note: Walk-in Guest can ONLY have a tour around the village without a guide or demo. Minimum 2 pax is required for pre-booked package.

Visiting Hours
There are three (3) fixed schedule time for the tour as follows:

1. Morning Session @1030hrs
• Cultural Welcome
• Briefing at Sabah Cultural Village (KDCA)
• House to house visit with demo, activities
• Cultural performance
• Lunch will be served (Local Native Dishes)
2. Afternoon Session @ 1400hrs
• Cultural Welcome
• Briefing at Sabah Cultural Village (KDCA) House to house visit with demo, activities
• Cultural performance
• Hi Tea (Local Cakes & Coffee & Tea)
3. Evening session @ 1815hrs
• Cultural Welcome
• Briefing at Sabah Cultural Village (KDCA)
• House to house visit with Demo, Activities
• Cultural performance
• Dinner will be served (Local Native Dishes)

Notes
Advanced reservation is required for the full package tour.

For more information:
Touch Borneo Resort & Tours Sdn. Bhd. (KKKP 3884)
Tel: +6088-715053; +6088-252565; +6088-252567
Mobile: +6019-5819566 (Ms Fay); 6012-8338767 (Mr Fred)
Fax: +6088-718764; +6088-252561
Email: k.culturalvillage@gmail.com; info@touchborneoresort.com; sales@touchborneoresort.com
Website: http://www.touchborneoresort.com

Jesselton Point Waterfront

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

Formerly known as the Kota Kinabalu Ferry Terminal, Jesselton Point Waterfront has become one of the main city attractions in Kota Kinabalu ever since its privatization in February 2006.

Situated north of downtown Kota Kinabalu, this quaintly scenic place has an unmistakable historical feel to it—complete with olden days snapshots of Kota Kinabalu city (Jesselton) and vintage red English phone booths. Jesselton Point Waterfront serves as the only ferry terminal for Labuan-bound passengers as well as the main (and cheapest) boat terminal for the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and Gayana Island.

Jesselton Point Waterfront also offers casual dining, leisure and retail experiences with its array of alfresco F&B outlets, handicraft stalls, and a four-court futsal centre. In addition, fishing aficionados are now welcome to spend the evening fishing at the jetty from 6pm to 6am for only RM10 per entry (payable at the Suria Futsal Centre). However, fishing gears are not provided so visitors need to bring their own.

 In the near future, the Jesselton Point Waterfront is going to be expanded to cater more recreational, commercial, residential, and retail facilities. Having been the venue for the KK Jazz Festival 2007, the Jesselton Point Waterfront jetty is also bookable for social functions—be it dinner parties, fundraising concerts or even weddings.

After a long hard day at work, the Jesselton Point Waterfront is an excellent place to wind down and catch the breathtaking sunset! In the evening, bask in the cool Sabahan breeze while chilling out with family and friends. It makes a perfect spot for a romantic outing too.

The Jesselton Point Waterfront is open daily from 6am up until 2am; the ferry and boat terminal operates daily from 6am to 6pm. For more information, please contact 088-240709 (8am - 5pm), 088-231050 (fax) or email to jesseltonpoint@bumiria.com.my.

Tariff
The terminal fee for passangers heading to the Labuan F.T. and Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is RM7.20 (adults) and RM3.60 (children under 12)

When in Jesselton Point Waterfront

Exotic tastebuds rejoice! Try out authentic Indonesian cuisine at the Nasi Padang Ibu restaurant. Thai food lovers can also savour delectable Thai dishes available at one of the food outlets in the evening. Fancy something Arabian? Check out Aladdin Arabian fast food outlet for some mouthwatering kebabs. Last but not least, treat yourself to some scoops of yummy gelatos at Dream Cones—the first of its franchise outlet in Malaysia.

Handicraft Market

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)
 

Located along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, the Handicraft Market is a favoured shopping haunt for locals and tourists alike. Souvenirs galore await you and rest assured there is something for everyone. 

Start with the cheap trinkets, which make excellent gifts for friends and family. These include keychains, beaded bracelets and necklaces and bookmarks. You will be spoilt for choice with miles and miles of beautiful sarongs and pareos, an ideal reminder of your tropical holiday in Sabah! 

Be sure to check out the glistening and gorgeous pearl jewellery and handicrafts. You can purchase loose pearls or stunning brooches, necklaces and earrings, available at almost every stall you visit in this vast market.

For those with an eye for ornate wooden carvings, you have come to the right place. The market has an endless variety of carved crafts, including exotic wooden masks, picture frames and even stunning wall panels. Not be missed are the assortment of rattan baskets in all shapes and sizes.

The best thing about the Handicraft Market is that you never know what piece of treasure you might unravel during your visit. Some have returned home with an authentic sompoton (a traditional wind instrument), a Murut headhunter's blowpipe, a coconut-shaped handbag and a wooden-frog that ‘sings' when you stroke its back with a wooden stick.

The most important tip when visiting the market is to bargain, bargain, bargain! Pick up some local lingo to improve your bargaining skills and you might even walk away a steal.

Getting there
The Handicraft Market is located along the same stretch as the Waterfront in Kota Kinabalu City. It is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the city centre.

Opening hours
07.30am to 07.30pm daily.

Double Six Monument

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

The Double Six Monument is located in Sembulan, marking a significant tragedy in the history of Sabah. On June 6th, 1976, an airplane carrying Sabah’s fifth Chief Minister, Tun Mohd. Fuad Stephens and six other State ministers crashed, killing all on board. The Double Six monument was erected on the exact spot of the fatal crash.

Getting There

The monument is a 10-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu city. A taxi ride from the city centre will cost approximately RM15.00 (one way). Take Bus no. 17B (marked ‘Putatan’) from the bus station in front of Wawasan Plaza for RM1.50 per person (one way). Buses run from 6:30am to 8:00pm.

Admission is free

City Mosque, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

Built on a 2.47 acres site at the Likas bay, the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is exemplary of the Islamic contemporary architecture. Situated near the sea, this majestic white mosque boasts similar features to the Nabawi Mosque in Medina. 

This floating mosque has a prayer hall which houses three madrasahs and accommodates from 9, 000 to 12, 000 people at a time.

By far the largest mosque in Kota Kinabalu, the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is even possibly the most beautiful one in Malaysia – the man-made lagoon which surrounds it gives a serenely gorgeous and dramatic look to the mosque on a full moon night.

The Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is open for public visits daily except Fridays from 8am to 5pm. There are no fees charged on visitors.

Getting there

The Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is located about 3 kilometers from Kota Kinabalu City (10 - 15 minutes drive away).

Means of transportation and tariffs are explained in the table below:

Transportation	Fare (one way)	Departure point	Return Point	Remarks
Bus (No.5A, direction to UMS)	RM 1.50 per person	Bus station in front of Wawasan Plaza Communicate with the bus driver or conductor for the drop off point	From bus drop off point	6:30am-8:00pm
Taxi	RM 12 -15 per taxi	Any Taxi

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

Torn between luxurious beaches and lush jungles, what’s a traveller to do? Two words: Bunga Raya. 

Combining the two elements Sabah is mostly famous for—rainforest and island—Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa serves as the best destination for those wanting the best of both natural worlds. This resort’s rustic spirit makes the experience a lot like a visit to some epic fantasy kampong.

                               

Bask in some sun-fun on the beach and have a warm dip in the sparkling azure water. The excellent water visibility also makes it perfect for snorkelling. In the evening, play a game of beach volleyball with other guests or simply lie on your beach towel with a good book. Those seeking for more challenging adventures will have a swell time kayaking, scuba diving and jet skiing.

Had enough of soaking in brine? Chill out by lounging at the sun deck or do a few laps in the gorgeous infinity pool. Alternatively, spice up your escapade by doing some jungle trekking to explore the verdant beauty beyond the beach.

For some TLC and personal pampering, hike up to Solace Spa and enjoy some serious decompression. If you think a massage on a tropical beach is passé, get novelty-stoked by having your treatment at this jungle-themed spa—the first of its kind in Sabah. Otherwise, you can still request for a soothing massage on the beach or at the pavilion overlooking the sea

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A fabulous place is nothing without fabulous food—and Bunga Raya has it too. The Koi Restaurant is apt for a romantic dinner for two as well as other formal events. Should you prefer a more laid-back and casual dining experience, head to Pantai Grill by the beach and order a plate of finger food with chilled fruit punch or soda. Ultimate bliss!

Getting there: 

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is situated in Police Bay of Gaya Island—approximately 30 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu by speedboat. Transfers can be arranged at the Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal counter.

 For more information:

Contact Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa at telephone number: 088-380390; fax number: 088-381390, or email: info@bungarayaresort.com. Visit their website at http://www.gayana-eco-resort.com/bungaraya_site/.

Atkinson Clock Tower

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

One of the most enduring landmarks in Kota Kinabalu, it stands prominently on a bluff along Signal Hill Road adjacent to the old Police Station. Built in 1903, this all-wood, no-nails structure was built in memory of Francis George Atkinson - the popular first District Officer of Jesselton during the British North Borneo Chartered Company Administration, who had succumbed to a tropical disease at the young age of 28.

This Clock Tower has the distinction of being the oldest standing structure in the whole of Sabah that survived the destruction of Jesselton town during World War II. Till today, it still serves to keep the city's time.

The Atkinson Clock Tower is managed by the Sabah Museum under its Antiquity and History section.

Getting There
You can stroll there or take any taxi. From the bottom of Signal Hill Road at Padang Merdeka, turn left to get to the clock site. Or view it from the city

Aquarium & Marine Museum, Universiti Malaysia Sabah

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)


The state-of-the-art marine museum is yet another addition to the Universiti Malaysia Sabah campus.

Established in 1995, the Borneo Marine Research Institute (BMRI) is aimed to promote education, research and training in conservation and sustainable development of marine resources, and a rational deployment of biotechnology.

Situated within the Borneo Marine Research Institute (BMRI) Complex adjunction to the Sepanggar Bay area, this aquarium and marine museum boasts one of the best aquarium facilities on the Borneo Island.

Among its facilities are the free standing exhibition tanks, live open water reef exhibition centre, live shallow reef exhibition centre, mangrove walk, contemporary Marine and Maritime Museum, Multimedia Interactive Information Kiosk, and Sipadan deep dive diorama.

Visiting hours:

Day	Morning	Afternoon
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday	9:30am - 12:30pm	2:00pm - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 11:30am
Saturday & Sunday	9:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday and Public Holiday	Closed

Entrance Fee

Categories	Malaysian	Non-Malaysian
Child 4 - 6 years	RM2.00	RM4.00
Student 7 - 18 years	RM3.00	RM6.00
Adult above 18 years	RM5.00	RM10.00

Camera Pass

Malaysian	Non-Malaysian
RM5.00	RM10.00

* All prices are estimated and subject to change


Getting there

UMS is located about 3 kilometers away from the heart of the city (approximately 10 – 15 minutes drive away). Information regarding available public transportations is as follows:

Transportation	Fare (one way)	Departure point	Return Point	Remarks
Bus No. 5A	RM1.50 per person	Bus station in front of Wawasan Plaza	From bus drop off point	6:30am - 8:00pm
Taxi	RM18.00 per taxi	From city centre	Arrange with the taxi driver

* All prices are estimated and subject to change
 
Extra information
 
Contact:
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Borneo Marine Research Institute
Jalan UMS, 88400 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia
Tel: +6088 320121
Fax: +6088 320261
Email: bmru@ums.edu.my
Web: www.ums.edu.my/ipmb

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

Kota Kinabalu (Capital City)

The marine park is a cluster of islands comprising Pulau Gaya, Pulau Sapi, Pulau Manukan, Pulau Mamutik and Pulau Sulug, all only 10 - 20 minute speedboat ride from the city of Kota Kinabalu. The five islands of the Marine Park are characterized by shallow waters, sumptuous coral gardens and all boast splendid white sandy beaches.

The reefs lie in shallow waters with little current making it an ideal location for novice divers, however, the diverse and sometimes rare marine creatures also make it an interesting dive location for experienced divers and underwater photographers.

To dive in the marine park you must contact one of the local dive centers based in Kota Kinabalu who also offer a full variety of PADI courses ranging from Discover Scuba to Instructor.

Among the sandy seabed a good variety of marine life can be found such as Scorpion fish, Blue-spotted rays, cuttlefish, mantis shrimps and the occasional green or hawksbill turtle. At some locations, rare creatures such as the harlequin ghost pipefish and mandarin fish can be found especially with the help from local dive guides.

During the cooler months from November to February, plankton blooms attract krill which in turn attract whale sharks, the world's largest fish. At times, the density of the krill can be so thick in these murky conditions underwater encounters with these colossal animals can be exciting as they suddenly appear out of the gloom.

Non-diving visitors can still have as much fun in the islands with other optional activities such as snorkeling in Pulau Sapi and Manukan and seawalking in Pulau Sapi. If water sport is your cup of tea, you may contact any local tour companies for more information regarding the water sport activities that are available.

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is open daily from 8.30am to 5pm.

Getting there

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is accessible via 15 – 20 minutes speedboat ride from Kota Kinabalu. The departure and arrival point for the boat transfers is at the Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, situated next to the Malaysia Royal Custom Department. Boat transfers to the islands are available daily from 7.30am to 5pm.

Boat transfer fares to the Islands are listed as follows:

Island	*Fare per pax/boat
	Adult (return)	Children (return)
Manukan Island	RM23	RM18
Mamutik Island	RM23	RM18
Sapi Island	RM23	RM18
Sulug Island	RM25	RM18
Two island hops	RM33	RM28
Three island hops	RM43	RM38
Four island hops	RM53	RM48
Boat charter for one island	RM204
Boat charter for Malahom Bay	RM204
Boat charter for Police beach	RM204

* A levy of RM50 per boat will be charged for special pick up times or overnight stays

The following rates are not inclusive of charged terminal fee (RM7.20 for adults, and RM3.60 for children under 12); each entrance fee is valid for 5 islands per day.

Tariffs

Other fees and additional charges are listed as follows:

Particulars	Malaysian	Non-Malaysian
Entrance fee ·         Adults ·        Children below 18 years of age	RM3 per pax RM1 per pax	RM10 per pax RM6 per pax

For further info
Sabah Parks
Lot 45 & 46, 1st - 5th Floor,
Block H, Signature Office
KK Times Square
Coastal Highway
88100 Kota Kinabalu

Telephone: +6088 523500 (General Lines)Fax: +6088 486434 (Operations) +6088 486435 (Administration) +6088 486436 (Director's Office)
Email: sabahparks@sabah.gov.my / sabahparks@gmail.com
Website: http://www.sabahparks.org.my