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The Mantanani Islands form a small group of three islands off the north-west coast of the state of Sabah, Malaysia, opposite the town of Kota Belud, in the northern Borneo.
The largest island is Mantanani Besar; the other 2 are Mantanani Kecil and Lingisan.
These islands are popular sites for recreational diving – there are 3 nearby dive wrecks dating from Second World War.
90-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu City to Rampayan Jetty, Kota Belud (80KM) and 30-minute boat ride to Mantanani (Besar) Island.
https://www.suteraatmantanani.com/
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Mantanani Islands
The Mantanani Islands form a small group of three islands off the north-west coast of the state of Sabah, Malaysia, opposite the town of Kota Belud, in the northern Borneo.
The largest island is Mantanani Besar; the other 2 are Mantanani Kecil and Lingisan.
These islands are popular sites for recreational diving – there are 3 nearby dive wrecks dating from Second World War.
90-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu City to Rampayan Jetty, Kota Belud (80KM) and 30-minute boat ride to Mantanani (Besar) Island.
https://www.suteraatmantanani.com/
Mount Kinabalu is Borneo's tallest mountain. You can climb to the top of Low's Peak (4,095.2 m or 13,435.7 ft above sea level). The height of the mountain is often given as 4,101 m but recent satellite imaging has proven this to be incorrect.
The mountain is sacred to locals. They believe that spirits of their ancestors inhabit the top of the mountain. Previously, a chicken was sacrificed at the peak every time a climb was made but these days this ceremony only happens once a year when only seven chickens are needed to appease the spirits.
Mount Kinabalu is known to be one of the most accessible mountains in the world. No specialized mountain climbing skills are required to ascend it. The trail that most tourists use is described as a 'trek and scramble'. Locals begin climbing the mountain from the age of 3 and the oldest person to reach the peak was 80 years old. However, how much one enjoys the climb depends strongly on how fit you are and how well you acclimatise to the thin air at the higher levels.
Nevertheless, the mountain can be a dangerous place, especially during the rain or when there is mist. On average, every year one person gets into severe difficulty out of the estimated 20,000 people who attempt the climb. The higher slopes can be very slippery when it rains and dense fog reduces visibility to a few feet.
Although it is possible to climb to the top and back in less than four hours, most climbers take two days, with an overnight break at Laban Rata (3,272.7 m above sea level). The final attack on the peak takes place in the early hours of the second day (most begin at 02:30) in order to catch the sunrise at the top. By mid-morning the mist begins to roll in, obscuring the breath-taking views.
Climbing weather is best around the month of April while November and December brings rain. The temperature ranges from a comfortable 20-25°C at the main park to something approaching freezing near the top (depending on the weather). Bring clothing appropriate or else you will get cold and be miserable.
If possible, climb to the summit during the full moon as it helps illuminate the white rope that marks out the climbing path, and you can see without needing a head torch (once clear of the tree line), an atmospheric experience.
47 locals recommend
Mount Kinabalu
Jalan Kundasang KauluanMount Kinabalu is Borneo's tallest mountain. You can climb to the top of Low's Peak (4,095.2 m or 13,435.7 ft above sea level). The height of the mountain is often given as 4,101 m but recent satellite imaging has proven this to be incorrect.
The mountain is sacred to locals. They believe that spirits of their ancestors inhabit the top of the mountain. Previously, a chicken was sacrificed at the peak every time a climb was made but these days this ceremony only happens once a year when only seven chickens are needed to appease the spirits.
Mount Kinabalu is known to be one of the most accessible mountains in the world. No specialized mountain climbing skills are required to ascend it. The trail that most tourists use is described as a 'trek and scramble'. Locals begin climbing the mountain from the age of 3 and the oldest person to reach the peak was 80 years old. However, how much one enjoys the climb depends strongly on how fit you are and how well you acclimatise to the thin air at the higher levels.
Nevertheless, the mountain can be a dangerous place, especially during the rain or when there is mist. On average, every year one person gets into severe difficulty out of the estimated 20,000 people who attempt the climb. The higher slopes can be very slippery when it rains and dense fog reduces visibility to a few feet.
Although it is possible to climb to the top and back in less than four hours, most climbers take two days, with an overnight break at Laban Rata (3,272.7 m above sea level). The final attack on the peak takes place in the early hours of the second day (most begin at 02:30) in order to catch the sunrise at the top. By mid-morning the mist begins to roll in, obscuring the breath-taking views.
Climbing weather is best around the month of April while November and December brings rain. The temperature ranges from a comfortable 20-25°C at the main park to something approaching freezing near the top (depending on the weather). Bring clothing appropriate or else you will get cold and be miserable.
If possible, climb to the summit during the full moon as it helps illuminate the white rope that marks out the climbing path, and you can see without needing a head torch (once clear of the tree line), an atmospheric experience.
Kinabalu Park (Malay: Taman Kinabalu), established as one of the first national parks of Malaysia in 1964, is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO in December 2000 for its "outstanding universal values" and the role as one of the most important biological sites in the world with more than 4,500 species of flora and fauna, including 326 bird and around 100 mammal species,and over 110 land snail species
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Kinabalu National Park
Kinabalu Park (Malay: Taman Kinabalu), established as one of the first national parks of Malaysia in 1964, is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site designated by UNESCO in December 2000 for its "outstanding universal values" and the role as one of the most important biological sites in the world with more than 4,500 species of flora and fauna, including 326 bird and around 100 mammal species,and over 110 land snail species
Kiulu White Water Rafting Centre
Jalan Tamparuli KiuluTun Mustapha Tower
Tanjung Aru Beach
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Lodge
North Borneo Railway
Jalan Utama Sutera HarbourKota Kinabalu City Mosque
Jalan Teluk LikasAtkinson Clock Tower
UMS Mosque
Jalan UMSMabul Island
Poring Hot Spring, Ranau, Sabah.
Pulau Tiga Park
Pulau Pom Pom
Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
Jalan FabiaTabin Wildlife Resort, Lahad Datu, Sabah.
Desa Cattle Dairy Farm
Jalan Cinta Mata MesilouMataking Island
Tun Sakaran Marine Park, Semporna, Sabah.
Boheydulang Island
Mengalum Island
Sapi Island, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Kokol Hill Villa
Pulau Sapi
Manukan Island
Klias Wetland Adventures
Jalan Beaufort - MenumbokKlias River Cruise
Bodgaya Island
Pulau Libaran
Pulau Mamutik
Madai Caves
Kelambu Beach
Sulug Island
Borneo Ant House
Upside Down House Sabah
Borneo Kellybays 龙尾湾
Jalan Kampung Laya LayaPolumpung Melangkap View Camp Site
Waterfall Mahua
Crocker Range National Park
Mari Mari Cultural Village
Jalan KionsomTabin Wildlife Resort, Lahad Datu, Sabah.
Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - Entrance
Off Jalan LabukSepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Jalan SepilokSulug Island
Gombizau Honey Bee Farm
Tuaran Crocodile Farm
Food Scene
Gaya Street Sunday Market
120 Jalan GayaYee Fung Laksa
127 Jalan GayaSinsuran Sang Nyuk Mee
21 Lrg Lintas SquareTuaran Mee Restoran
Jalan TuaranWelcome Seafood Restaurant
Jalan Asia CityFook Yuen | Gaya Street
69 Jalan GayaSeng Hing Coffee Shop
Lot 10 Lorong Sinsuran 2Sri Latha Curry House
No. 28 Jalan BerjayaYuit Cheong 悅昌
50 Jalan PantaiAng's Hotel
28 Jalan PantaiYu Kee Bak Kut Teh
7 Jalan GayaLittle Italy
Jalan Haji SamanKedai Kopi Jia Siang
Lorong 3Keng Wan Hing
80 Jalan GayaSOULed OUT
Jalan CoastalKuo Man Restaurant
5 Jalan TuaranFish Market Restaurant
18 Jalan Tun Fuad StephenLobster King Seafood Restaurant
Tun Fuad StephensUpperstar Café & Bar
Coastal HighwayDamn Good Burger Imago
Tasty Soto House
Jalan LintasPeppermint
81 Jalan GayaKedai Cheng Wah
Lot 8 Block A PenampangSalim's Curry House
14 Lorong Lintas Plaza 2Yu Hing Restaurant
1 Jln LintasKK Wong Kwok Restaurant Luyang
Jalan KolamKedai Kopi 10
Lorong Lintas Plaza 3October Coffee Gaya
13 Lorong DewanSignal Hill Eco Farm
Jalan Wong Thau YongHee Yan Restaurant 禧宴楼
27 Lorong Sri Kepayan 20Morganfield's
Starbucks Coffee Imago
1Night Life
Shenanigan's
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong999 Bar Kota Kinabalu
28 Jln Haji YaakubAltitude Bistro
Lorong Lintas Plaza 1Monaco Pub
2 Jln LintasSullys Bar
The Shamrock Irish Bar
1664 Jalan Tun Fuad StephenWave Karaoke & Lounge
Lorong Pokok Kayu Manis 2Bee Kim Regal Club
Jalan Pantai Sembulanbeer nest Mixo
Jalan Tun Fuad StephensVino Vino Bistro
off Coastal HighwayCock & Bull Bistro
Sunset Bar
20 Jalan AruKMAX Karaoke
Coastal HighwayTraveler advice
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