Fast Facts About Sabah.
Climate : Equatorial / Tropical
Average Temperature:
Lowland : 32C / 89.6F
Highlands: 21C / 69.8F
Currency : Malaysian Ringgit (RM)
Travelers cheques and foreign currency can be changed for Malaysian Ringgit at banks and hotels. Most major hotels charge a nominal fee for currency conversion.
Major credit & charge cards : Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Banking Hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am - 3pm
Time : Malaysian Time is GMT +8
Electricity : 230V / 50Hz British Plug
Language : Bahasa Malyasia is the national language. However, English is widely-spoken
Entry Requirements:
- A valid passport (and visa wherever applicable) is required.
- Social 0r Tourist Visit Pass does not permit the holder to take up employment, business, or professional work in Malaysia.
- The Professional Visit Pass allows foreign visitors to enter the country for business negotiations or inspection of business premises. These passes however, cannot be used for employment purposes or for supervising the installation of new machinery or the construction of a factory.
- A fee is charged for a Professional Visit Pass depending on purpose of visit, profession and country.
- In Malaysia, the Possession and Trafficking of illegal Drugs carry the Death Penalty.
- Visitors are advised to use only Licensed Dive, Tours Operators, Tour Guides, Boat and Public Transport.
Sabah Tourism has Tourist Information Centre at their
office located at No. 51 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu.
The Sabah Tourism Board and Sri Pelancongan operation hours are as follows:
Sabah Tourism Board :
Monday - Friday : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday : 9.00 am - 4:00 pm
Public Holidays : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Welcome To My Home State.
Why Sabah?
Combine pristine
and lush rainforests teeming with exotic wildlife, a tropical paradise
of soft sand and crystal-clear waters together with world-class resorts
and facilities and what do you get? This is Sabah Malaysian Borneo, the
perfect business location. Create an enriching experience that’s more
than just business.
Sabah is your next destination because of the :
- Exotic natural history
- Excellent range of adventure activities
- Beautiful beaches, islands and coral reefs
- Strategic location and good air accessibility
- Value as a competitive destination in terms of price
- The rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality of its friendly people
- World-class facilities and professional services
- Wide variety of accommodation from rustic lodges to 5-star resorts
Glimpse of Sabah
Here in Sabah, the reality is even more wonderful than the age-old myths.
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| Sabah map and attractions |
Spreading across the northern tip of Borneo, the world's largest island, Sabah's seemingly endless beaches, rocky foreshores and coastal mangroves stretch for almos 1,500 km. The warm waters of the South China Sea bathe the west coast, while on the east the Sulu merges with the Sulawesi or Celebes Sea further south.
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| Sutera Harbour |
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| Aerial shot of Kota Kinabalu city |
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| Banana Boat |
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| Aerial shot of island |
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| Nightlife at Waterfront |
Romantically known as the Land Below The Wind, Sabah lies below the tropical typhoon belt, roughly 6 north of the equator. The year round summer weather ranges from around 23 - 33C in the lowlands, with cooler weather enjoyed in the mountains.
Kota Kinabalu, the Capital, is the international gateaway to Sabah, and less then a three hour flight from major Southeast and East Asian cities. Direct flight arrive from Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Osaka, Shenzen, Hong Kong, Seoul, Taipei, Kaoshiong, Perth, Singapore, Jakarta, Manila, Clark and Brunei.
Sandakan and Tawau, on Sabah east coast, are both served by direct daily flight from the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, bringing the wildlife and other attractions of this region even closer.
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| Bajau horsemen, Cowboy of the East |
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| Golfing |
A world of rare animals, birds,, spectacular plants, and endlessly varied marine life does indeed await discovery in some of the world's oldest rainforests, and on our richly diverse coral reefs. Yet, thanks to Sabah modern infrastructure, these treasures of nature can be explored in a remarkable degree of comfort.
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| Orang Utan, Man of the Jungle |
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| Proboscis Monkey |
Our natural world offers endless options for fun and adventure. Climb one of the regions highest mountains, or dive into the deep ocean at one of the world's top dive spots. Go white-water rafting or enjoy a leisurely round of golf. Cruise through the wetlands to see the strange proboscis monkey, meet orang utans in a sanctuary or in the wild, go bird watching or photograph the world's largest flower, the Rafflesia. You may want to explore life in Borneo longhouse or simply indulge in a relaxing holiday at a luxurious resort.
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| Rungus Women |
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| Tourist and Rungus lady |
Along with their distinctive heritage and colorful festivals, our diverse peoples offer a natural warmth and genuine friendliness that makes visitors feel especially welcome.
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| Cocktails at Restaurant |
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| Dining |
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| Trying Murut blowpipe |
Some of our exotic beauties. Unduk Ngadau (Beauty Contest) contestant (2014) to be the new queen. Only local Sabahan from the kadazan dusun murut bloodlines can enter the beauty contest.
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| Local beauties "Unduk Ngadau" wearing traditional dress during Pesta Menuai Festivals. |
Sabah is, quite simply, Borneo at its natural best.
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