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Kota Kinabalu

Most people know Kota Kinabalu for Mount Kinabalu. But there's so much more! Do a wild Wes Anderson-like road trip, see clouded leopards & cook tribal food with aunties!
Most people know Kota Kinabalu for Mount Kinabalu. But there's so much more! Do a wild Wes Anderson-like road trip, see clouded leopards & cook tribal food with aunties!
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Climb Mt Kinabalu
#1
Climb Mt Kinabalu
Malaysia's tallest peak + one of our fave hikes! Surprisingly beginner friendly
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Wild Sabah Roadtrip
#2
Wild Sabah Roadtrip
An iconic 4x4 roadtrip with the most incredible views! Must-do once in your life
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Get to know Dusun culture
#3
Get to know Dusun culture
A super heartfelt experience in a Dusun village. You won't want to leave!
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Indigenous Sabahan Cooking
#4
Indigenous Sabahan Cooking
A rare chance to cook generations-old recipes in a Kadazan-Dusun home.
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Wildlife spotting at Deramakot Forest
#5
Wildlife spotting at Deramakot Forest
Borneo's best spot for wildlife! See clouded leopard + elephants.
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Hike in Maliau Basin
#6
Hike in Maliau Basin
One of the world's most untouched rainforests & incredibly biodiverse!
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